Description

2-(2,2-Diethoxyethylselanylselanyl)-1,1-Diethoxy-Ethane is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a unique diselenide linkage within a protected acetal framework. This molecular structure makes it a valuable precursor and reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly for the controlled introduction of selenium functionalities. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in materials science, pharmaceutical development, and the synthesis of novel catalysts. The compound's reactivity is leveraged for constructing complex molecular architectures where selenium plays a critical role.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of selenium-containing drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Used as a precursor for developing novel organoselenium catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, photoresponsive materials, and other advanced functional materials where selenium incorporation modifies electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a reagent for synthesizing probes used to study selenoproteins and redox biology.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Provides a protected source of a reactive diselenide moiety for various selenium-mediated transformations, including radical reactions and cross-couplings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,2-Diethoxyethylselanylselanyl)-1,1-Diethoxy-Ethane
CAS No.	90466-79-8
Molecular Formula	C12H26O4Se2
Molecular Weight	409.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1',1'-Tetraethoxy-2,2'-diselanediylethane; Bis(2,2-diethoxyethyl) diselenide; 2,2'-Diselanediylbis(1,1-diethoxyethane); Tetraethoxydiselenoethane; (Diethoxyethyl) diselenide; 1,1,1',1'-Tetraethoxy-2,2'-diselanediyldiethanes
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(2,2-Diethoxyethylselanylselanyl)-1,1-Diethoxy-Ethane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange liquid or oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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