Description

5-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)Oxy]Pentanal is a valuable protected aldehyde intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists for constructing carbon chains and introducing functional groups under controlled conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and other bioactive molecules.
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in the preparation of side-chain protected amino acid derivatives and peptide fragments.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the total synthesis of complex natural products requiring protected aldehyde functionalities.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with specific end-group chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the protected aldehyde group is a critical synthetic handle.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)Oxy]Pentanal
CAS No.	87184-80-3
Molecular Formula	C11H24O2Si
Molecular Weight	216.40 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]valeraldehyde; 5-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy)pentanal; 5-(Tert-butyldimethylsilyloxy)pentanal; 5-TBDMS-oxypentanal; Pentanal, 5-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)dimethylsilyl]oxy]-; 5-O-TBDMS-pentanal; 5-(tert-Butyldimethylsiloxy)pentanal; 5-Hydroxypentanal TBDMS ether
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Quality Control

Our 5-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)Oxy]Pentanal is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full characterization data are available upon request 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. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

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