Description

Furan, 2,5-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]- is a high-purity, organosilicon-protected derivative of 2,5-furandiol, widely recognized under CAS NO 77220-06-5. This compound is a critical synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent, valued for its ability to enhance solubility and stability in complex organic syntheses. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing furan or diol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile protecting group for hydroxyl functions, enabling selective reactions in multi-step synthesis.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Furan, 2,5-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]-
CAS No.	77220-06-5
Molecular Formula	C12H26O3Si2
Molecular Weight	274.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)furan; 2,5-Furandiol, bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; Bis(trimethylsilyl) 2,5-furandiyldioxy; 2,5-Bis(trimethylsilyloxy)furan; 2,5-Di-O-trimethylsilylfuran; TMS-protected 2,5-furandiol; 2,5-Furandiylbis(oxy)bis(trimethylsilane)
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Quality Control

Our Furan, 2,5-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept 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/HPLC)	≥ 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.