Description

Silane, Trimethyl[(1-Methylethylidene)Cyclopropyl]- is a specialized organosilicon compound with a unique sterically hindered structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing silicon-containing functional groups. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating silicon-based analogs to modulate drug properties like metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in the production of specialty silicones, silsesquioxanes, and other hybrid organic-inorganic polymers for coatings, electronics, and high-performance composites.
• Surface Modification Agent: Utilized to functionalize inorganic surfaces (e.g., silica, metals) via its reactive silane group, improving adhesion and compatibility in composite materials.
• Crosslinking Agent: Acts as a crosslinker in the formulation of heat-resistant and chemically stable silicone elastomers and resins.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Provides a framework for constructing sophisticated ligand systems in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silane, Trimethyl[(1-Methylethylidene)Cyclopropyl]-
CAS No.	58926-07-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18Si
Molecular Weight	154.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethyl[(1-methylethylidene)cyclopropyl]silane; (Isopropylidenecyclopropyl)trimethylsilane; 1-[(Trimethylsilyl)methylene]-2-methylcyclopropane; 1-Isopropylidene-2-(trimethylsilyl)cyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1-[(trimethylsilyl)methylene]-2-methyl-; (1-Isopropylidene-2-cyclopropyl)trimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our production of Trimethyl[(1-Methylethylidene)Cyclopropyl]silane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is analyzed via GC, NMR, and other appropriate spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to minimize volatility and degradation. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) after opening and allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before use to prevent moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%

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