Description

tert-Butyldimethyl(Isopropenyloxy)Silane is a specialized organosilicon reagent featuring a reactive isopropenyloxy group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile silylating agent and a protected precursor in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Silylating Agent: Used to introduce the tert-butyldimethylsilyl (TBDMS) protecting group for alcohols and other nucleophiles in multi-step organic synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where selective protection/deprotection strategies are required.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of silicone-based polymers, resins, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Surface Modification: Utilized to functionalize silica, glass, or metal oxide surfaces, altering their hydrophobicity, adhesion, or reactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development and production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development in academic and industrial laboratories exploring new catalytic processes or synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyldimethyl(Isopropenyloxy)Silane
CAS No.	74812-76-3
Molecular Formula	C9H20O2Si
Molecular Weight	188.34 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyldimethyl(1-methylethenyloxy)Silane; (Isopropenyloxy)-tert-butyldimethylsilane; TBDMS Isopropenyl Ether; 2-(tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)propene; 1-(tert-Butyldimethylsiloxy)-1-propene; Silane, tert-butyldimethyl(1-methylethenyloxy)-; TBDMS-O-CH=C(CH3)2
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyldimethyl(Isopropenyloxy)Silane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and production environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.