Description

Cyclopropane, 1-Methyl-2-Methylene-3-(Trimethylsilyl)- is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a reactive cyclopropane ring system. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and materials chemistry. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in fine chemical and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring strained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation herbicides and pesticides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and silicon-containing hybrid materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cycloaddition reactions and as a source of the trimethylsilyl group for protective strategies in multi-step synthesis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized for creating novel organometallic complexes and chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropane, 1-Methyl-2-Methylene-3-(Trimethylsilyl)-
CAS No.	958996-90-2
Molecular Formula	C8H16Si
Molecular Weight	140.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-methylene-3-(trimethylsilyl)cyclopropane; 3-(Trimethylsilyl)-1-methyl-2-methylenecyclopropane; (1-Methyl-2-methylenecyclopropyl)trimethylsilane; Trimethyl(1-methyl-2-methylenecyclopropyl)silane
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Quality Control

Our production of Cyclopropane, 1-Methyl-2-Methylene-3-(Trimethylsilyl)- adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized by NMR, GC, and GC-MS to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The material is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under dry conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.