Description

Cyclohexane, 1-Ethyl-2-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]- is a specialized organosilicon compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent. Its core value proposition lies in enabling complex organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research, by offering a stable silyl ether functionality. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and academic research sectors who require high-purity, reliable building blocks for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the trimethylsilyl (TMS) group acts as a protecting group for hydroxyl functions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel silicone-based polymers, dendrimers, and surface-modifying agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent for introducing the 1-ethyl-2-(trimethylsilyloxy)cyclohexane moiety into target molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical tool for methodology development and exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexane, 1-Ethyl-2-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]-
CAS No.	959234-38-9
Molecular Formula	C11H24OSi
Molecular Weight	200.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-(trimethylsilyloxy)cyclohexane; 2-(Trimethylsilyloxy)-1-ethylcyclohexane; (1-Ethyl-2-cyclohexyloxy)trimethylsilane; TMS ether of 1-Ethyl-2-cyclohexanol; 1-Ethyl-2-OTMS-cyclohexane; Cyclohexanol, 1-ethyl-2-, trimethylsilyl ether; 1-Ethyl-2-hydroxycyclohexane trimethylsilyl ether
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Quality Control

Our production of Cyclohexane, 1-Ethyl-2-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to meet precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 (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
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.85 - 0.90 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.450

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