Description

1-Butanol, 2-Ethyl-3-[(Trimethylsilyl)oxy]- is a specialized organosilicon compound, a silyl ether derivative of a butanol. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile protecting group and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where hydroxyl group protection is necessary.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and exploratory chemistry for new reaction pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and silicones.
• Process Chemistry: Used in scale-up and optimization of synthetic routes in pilot plants and manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butanol, 2-Ethyl-3-[(Trimethylsilyl)oxy]-
CAS No.	959257-82-0
Molecular Formula	C9H22O2Si
Molecular Weight	190.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)-1-butanol; 3-[(Trimethylsilyl)oxy]-2-ethyl-1-butanol; 2-Ethyl-3-(trimethylsiloxy)butan-1-ol; 1-Butanol, 2-ethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)-; TMS-protected 2-ethyl-1,3-butanediol derivative; Silyl ether of 2-ethyl-1,3-butanediol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butanol, 2-Ethyl-3-[(Trimethylsilyl)oxy]- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch-specific data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.