Description

2-Methyl-1,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)Benzene is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a benzene core protected by trimethylsilyl (TMS) ether groups. This structure provides exceptional stability and serves as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for protecting sensitive phenolic hydroxyl groups. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the production of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where it acts as a protecting group for phenols during multi-step reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require stable, protected phenolic intermediates.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or intermediate in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex aromatic compounds under demanding reaction conditions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of high-value aromatic compounds where protection/deprotection strategies are necessary.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)Benzene
CAS No.	78018-53-8
Molecular Formula	C13H24O2Si2
Molecular Weight	268.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)-2-methylbenzene; 2-Methylhydroquinone bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 2-Methyl-1,4-bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]benzene; 2-Methylhydroquinone di-TMS ether; Bis(trimethylsiloxy)-2-methylbenzene; TMS-protected 2-methylhydroquinone; 2-Methyl-1,4-phenylene bis(oxy)bis(trimethylsilane)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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