Description

Triethylsilylmethanol is a versatile organosilicon compound characterized by its silyl-protected alcohol functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing silicon-based protecting groups or as a building block for more complex molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity specialty chemicals for sophisticated synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where silicon is used as a temporary protecting group for alcohols.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create specific molecular architectures.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of silicon-containing polymers, resins, and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic chemistry for nucleophilic addition reactions and the preparation of silyl ethers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-silicon bonds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify solubility and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylsilylmethanol
CAS No.	60764-82-1
Molecular Formula	C7H18OSi
Molecular Weight	146.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(Triethylsilyl)methanol; Hydroxymethyltriethylsilane; Triethylsilymethanol; Triethylsilyl carbinol; TESM; 1-Hydroxy-1-(triethylsilyl)methane; Methanol, (triethylsilyl)-; Silane, (hydroxymethyl)triethyl-
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Quality Control

Our Triethylsilylmethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.