Description

2,2'-[(Methoxymethylsilylene)Bis(Oxy)]Bisbenzoic Acid is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a central silane moiety linked to two benzoic acid groups via ether bridges. This unique structure makes it a valuable bifunctional building block and surface-modifying agent in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, silicone polymer, and adhesive and coating industries for its ability to impart specific chemical functionality and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring silicon-based biocompatible linkers.
• Silicone Crosslinker & Modifier: Used to introduce carboxylic acid functional groups into silicone polymers, enhancing adhesion to substrates, improving compatibility with organic matrices, and enabling further chemical reactions.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Applied to modify the surface properties of inorganic materials like silica, glass, or metals, improving wettability, dispersion, and bonding with organic resins in composite materials.
• Specialty Adhesive Formulation: Incorporated into high-performance adhesives and sealants to increase thermal stability, chemical resistance, and bonding strength through its dual reactive sites.
• Advanced Coating Additive: Functions as a coupling agent in protective and functional coatings, promoting interface adhesion between the coating and the substrate for enhanced durability.
• Dendrimer and Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a core or branching unit in the construction of dendritic macromolecules and specialty polymers with precise architecture.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Utilized as a derivatization agent in chromatography or as a standard for analytical method development due to its distinct structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-[(Methoxymethylsilylene)Bis(Oxy)]Bisbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	84713-00-8
Molecular Formula	C17H18O7Si
Molecular Weight	362.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2,2'-[(methoxymethylsilylene)bis(oxy)]bis-; 2,2'-(Methoxymethylsilanediyl)bis(oxy)dibenzoic acid; Methoxymethylsilanediol dibenzoate (hydrolyzed form); Silane, [bis(2-carboxyphenoxy)methoxymethyl]-; Bis(2-carboxyphenoxy)methoxymethylsilane; MMDBS (abbreviation); CAS 84713-00-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2,2'-[(Methoxymethylsilylene)Bis(Oxy)]Bisbenzoic Acid adheres to a rigorous quality management system. Every batch is analytically verified against stringent in-house specifications to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment 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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after initial opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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