Description

3-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)Methyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-value, protected benzaldehyde derivative used as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in the tert-butyldimethylsilyl (TBDMS) protecting group, which shields the reactive alcohol moiety, enabling selective transformations of the aldehyde functionality. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing complex molecules, such as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing organic electronic materials and advanced display components.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the creation of specialty aromatic compounds for flavors, fragrances, and high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis research.
• Peptide & Polymer Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of modified monomers and specialty polymers requiring protected functional groups.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)Methyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	81168-11-8
Molecular Formula	C14H22O2Si
Molecular Weight	250.41 g/mol
Synonyms	3-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)methyl)benzaldehyde; 3-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)methyl]benzaldehyde; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde TBDMS ether; m-Formylbenzyl tert-butyldimethylsilyl ether; TBDMS ether of 3-Hydroxymethylbenzaldehyde; 3-(TBDMS-oxymethyl)benzaldehyde; 3-Formylphenylmethyl tert-butyldimethylsilyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 3-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)Methyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; avoid exposure to air, moisture, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/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.