Compound Q&A
How is (Benzyloxy)(trimethyl)silane (CAS: 14642-79-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(Benzyloxy)(trimethyl)silane is typically synthesized by the reaction of trimethylsilyl chloride with benzyloxyamine. The process involves the formation of a silyl enol ether intermediate, followed by a rearrangement to yield the desired product. The reaction is usually catalyzed by a strong base such as sodium hydride, with a yield of around 75-85%.
About
CAS No
14642-79-6
English Name
(Benzyloxy)(trimethyl)silane
Molecular Formula
C10H16OSi
Molecular Weight
180.32 g/mol
SMILES
C[Si](C)(C)OCC1=CC=CC=C1
InChIKey
AOKMFXQCRBQJOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-22 12:37
