Description

Methoxy(Phenylthio)Trimethylsilylmethane is a specialized organosilicon reagent featuring a unique combination of methoxy, phenylthio, and trimethylsilyl functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block and protecting group in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the controlled introduction of sulfur and silicon moieties. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfur heterocycles or silicon-based bioisosteres.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the phenylthio group imparts specific biological activity.
• Organometallic Chemistry: Serves as a precursor or ligand modifier in catalytic systems and the preparation of novel metal complexes.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized monomers or as a modifying agent for silicon-based polymers and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development in organic synthesis, including studies on new C-S and C-Si bond-forming reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxy(Phenylthio)Trimethylsilylmethane
CAS No.	88738-21-0
Molecular Formula	C11H18OSSi
Molecular Weight	226.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Methoxy(phenylthio)trimethylsilymethane; [(Methoxymethyl)sulfanyl](trimethyl)silane; Phenylthiomethoxymethyltrimethylsilane; Trimethyl[(phenylthio)methoxy]silane; (Phenylthiomethoxy)trimethylsilane; Methoxy(phenylthio)methyltrimethylsilane; Silane, [(methoxymethyl)thio]trimethyl-; (Methoxymethyl)(phenylthio)trimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our production of Methoxy(Phenylthio)Trimethylsilylmethane adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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)	≥ 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.