Description

3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Pentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a versatile organosilicon intermediate featuring a protected carboxylic acid functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce silicon-containing moieties or protected dicarboxylate groups into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a protected synthon for the introduction of glutaric acid derivatives in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides requiring specific silicon-functionalized backbones.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty silicones and silicon-modified polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile handle for nucleophilic substitution or deprotection reactions to yield functionalized dicarboxylic acids.
• Material Science Research: Employed in developing novel hybrid organic-inorganic materials and surface coatings.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Potential precursor for silicon-containing components in display and semiconductor materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Pentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	55590-89-1
Molecular Formula	C10H20O5Si
Molecular Weight	248.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 3-(Trimethylsiloxy)glutarate; Glutaric Acid, 3-(Trimethylsiloxy)-, Dimethyl Ester; 3-(Trimethylsilyloxy)glutaric Acid Dimethyl Ester; 3-TMS-glutaric Acid Dimethyl Ester; 3-(Trimethylsiloxy)pentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; NSC 334348; Dimethyl 3-((trimethylsilyl)oxy)pentanedioate
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Pentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.