Description

4-Penten-2-One, 3-Methyl-3-(1-Methylethyl)-5-(Trimethylsilyl)- is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a unique pentenone backbone functionalized with a trimethylsilyl group. This structure makes it a valuable versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing silicon-containing moieties into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those requiring silicon-based functional groups for enhanced bioavailability or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the silyl group can modify physical properties and biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for silicon-modified polymers, coatings, and specialty resins, contributing to materials with tailored surface properties or thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for complex molecule construction, including natural product synthesis and the creation of novel organosilicon compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form complex carbon-silicon bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of novel silicon-containing ligands for asymmetric catalysis and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Penten-2-One, 3-Methyl-3-(1-Methylethyl)-5-(Trimethylsilyl)-
CAS No.	73236-94-9
Molecular Formula	C12H24OSi
Molecular Weight	212.41 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-3-isopropyl-5-(trimethylsilyl)-4-penten-2-one; 5-(Trimethylsilyl)-3-methyl-3-(1-methylethyl)-4-penten-2-one; 3-Isopropyl-3-methyl-5-(trimethylsilyl)pent-4-en-2-one; 4-Penten-2-one, 3-methyl-3-(1-methylethyl)-5-(trimethylsilyl)-; TMS-functionalized pentenone; Silicon-modified pentenone intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Penten-2-One, 3-Methyl-3-(1-Methylethyl)-5-(Trimethylsilyl)- adheres to stringent internal quality 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 place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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