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Atomfair Tetramethyl orthocarbonate C5H12O4

Description Tetramethyl Orthocarbonate (CAS No. 17788-94-2), also known as tetramethoxymethane, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C5H12O4. This colorless to pale yellow liquid serves as a versatile orthocarbonate ester , widely utilized in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and specialty chemical applications. Its unique tetrahedral structure, featuring four methoxy groups bonded to a central carbon, makes it an effective crosslinking agent , solvent , and protecting group intermediate . Packaged under inert gas to ensure stability, our ??98% pure grade is ideal for sensitive reactions, including acid-catalyzed condensations and alkoxide-based formulations . Available in sealed glass ampoules or…

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Description

Tetramethyl Orthocarbonate (CAS No. 17788-94-2), also known as tetramethoxymethane, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C5H12O4. This colorless to pale yellow liquid serves as a versatile orthocarbonate ester, widely utilized in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and specialty chemical applications. Its unique tetrahedral structure, featuring four methoxy groups bonded to a central carbon, makes it an effective crosslinking agent, solvent, and protecting group intermediate. Packaged under inert gas to ensure stability, our ??98% pure grade is ideal for sensitive reactions, including acid-catalyzed condensations and alkoxide-based formulations. Available in sealed glass ampoules or bulk quantities with GC/MS analysis reports.

  • CAS No: 17788-94-2
  • Molecular Formula: C5H12O4
  • Molecular Weight: 136.15
  • Exact Mass: 136.07355886
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 136.07355886
  • IUPAC Name: tetramethoxymethane
  • SMILES: COC(OC)(OC)OC
  • Synonyms: 1850-14-2, Tetramethyl orthocarbonate, EINECS 217-438-5, nsc 359558, DTXSID70171695

Application

Tetramethyl orthocarbonate is primarily used as a reactive building block in the synthesis of complex ethers and carbonates. It acts as a crosslinker in polymer networks, enhancing thermal stability in resins and coatings. Researchers also employ it as a protected carbonic acid equivalent in multistep organic transformations, particularly in pharmaceutical intermediates.

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