Compound Q&A
What is 1-(Trimethylsilyl)-1H-imidazole (CAS: 18156-74-6)?
Answer
1-(Trimethylsilyl)-1H-imidazole is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H17N2Si. It is a silylated derivative of imidazole, known for its stability and low reactivity. This compound is commonly used as a protecting group in organic synthesis and is characterized by its ability to donate a silyl group to functionalized molecules, enhancing their synthetic utility.
About
CAS No
18156-74-6
English Name
1-(Trimethylsilyl)-1H-imidazole
Molecular Formula
C6H12N2Si
Molecular Weight
140.26 g/mol
SMILES
C[Si](C)(C)N1C=CN=C1
InChIKey
YKFRUJSEPGHZFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
