Description

Trimethylsilyl Catechollactate Tris(Trimethylsilyl) Ether is a specialized organosilicon derivative of catechol, designed for advanced synthetic applications. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, offering both silyl-protecting groups and a reactive lactone moiety, which facilitates complex organic transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring protected phenolic functionalities.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile reagent for introducing silyl-protected catechol units into target molecules under mild conditions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins where the catechol structure imparts specific adhesive or antioxidant properties.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for surface modification and the development of functional coatings due to its reactive silyl ether groups.
• Chemical Derivatization Agent: Used in analytical chemistry to derivative sensitive compounds for gas chromatography (GC) or mass spectrometry (MS) analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylsilyl Catechollactate Tris(Trimethylsilyl) Ether
CAS No.	68595-72-2
Molecular Formula	C21H40O5Si4
Molecular Weight	501.0 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Catechol, 4-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-2-methoxy-, 1,2-bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 2-Methoxy-4-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)phenyl 1,2-bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; Catechollactate tris(trimethylsilyl) ether; TMS-Catechollactate ether; Tris(trimethylsilyl) catechollactate ether; 4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-2-methoxyphenol 1,2-bis(trimethylsilyl) ether
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Quality Control

Our Trimethylsilyl Catechollactate Tris(Trimethylsilyl) Ether is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can compromise product integrity. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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