Chemical Name: | Pyridine, 4-[[[(1,1-dimethylethyl)dimethylsilyl]oxy]methyl]- |
CAS Number: | 117423-41-3 |
Product Number: | AG000EAB(AGN-PC-0NE01Y) |
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Molecular Formula: | C12H21NOSi |
Molecular Weight: | 223.3867 |
4-(((tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy)methyl)pyridine is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis due to its unique properties. It serves as an effective protecting group for alcohols in organic synthesis, where the tert-butyldimethylsilyl (TBDMS) group can be selectively removed under mild conditions. This compound finds application in the protection and deprotection of hydroxy functionalities, allowing for precise control over reactions and enabling the synthesis of complex molecules. The pyridine moiety enhances the solubility and stability of the compound, making it a valuable tool in organic chemistry for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, natural products, and functional materials.