Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Nitrophenyl 2-(trimethylsilyl)ethyl carbonate (CAS: 80149-80-0)?
Answer
4-Nitrophenyl 2-(trimethylsilyl)ethyl carbonate (CAS: 80149-80-0) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 355.25 g/mol. It has limited water solubility and is soluble in organic solvents like dichloromethane and acetone. This compound is known for its reactive nature, undergoing nucleophilic substitution reactions readily. It is used in organic synthesis as a protecting group for carboxylic acids.
About
CAS No
80149-80-0
English Name
4-Nitrophenyl 2-(trimethylsilyl)ethyl carbonate
Molecular Formula
C12H17NO5Si
Molecular Weight
283.3526 g/mol
SMILES
C[Si](C)(C)CCOC(=O)OC1=CC=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
ZAQWGGKIMQIVGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
