Description

2-[5-(tert-Butyl-Dimethyl-Silanyloxy)-2-Methylene-Cyclohexylidene]-Ethanol is a specialized organosilicon-protected intermediate with a reactive methylene and alcohol functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in complex organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing intricate molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for steroidal or complex cyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where specific ring structures are required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile synthon for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new synthetic routes involving silyl protection and olefin chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands for catalysts or advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[5-(tert-Butyl-Dimethyl-Silanyloxy)-2-Methylene-Cyclohexylidene]-Ethanol
CAS No.	96685-53-9
Molecular Formula	C15H28O2Si
Molecular Weight	268.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[5-[(1,1-Dimethylethyl)dimethylsilyl]oxy]-2-methylidenecyclohexylidene]ethanol; 2-Methylene-5-[(tert-butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-1-cyclohexylideneethanol; 5-(tert-Butyldimethylsiloxy)-2-methylidene-1-cyclohexylideneethanol; TBDMS-protected Cyclohexylideneethanol Derivative; (2E)-2-[5-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-2-methylidenecyclohexylidene]ethanol
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Quality Control

Our high-purity synthetic intermediate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure reliable performance in your sensitive synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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