The product is 4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane, a biphenylboronic acid pinacol ester in which the boron atom is attached to the 3‑position of a 2‑methyl‑1,1'‑biphenyl scaffold. The ortho‑methyl group and the adjacent phenyl ring create a sterically demanding environment around the carbon–boron bond, while the pinacol ester imparts bench stability and controlled reactivity. This compound serves as a direct Suzuki–Miyaura coupling partner for the introduction of a functionalized, non‑planar biphenyl motif into drug candidates and advanced materials.
4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane is a key intermediate for the assembly of highly substituted terphenyls and biaryl ethers, where the boronate ester couples smoothly with aryl bromides, iodides, or triflates. The pinacol ester of 4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane is far more resistant to protodeboronation than the corresponding boronic acid, allowing reactions in aqueous‑basic media at elevated temperatures. Chemists use 4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane to rapidly elaborate the biphenyl core into potential kinase inhibitors or liquid crystal precursors. Cosperpharm verifies the identity of each batch of 4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane by ¹H NMR and ensures a purity that delivers consistent coupling yields.
White to off-white crystalline powder or low-melting solid
Purity (HPLC/GC)
≥98.0%
Solubility
Soluble in THF, dichloromethane, toluene; sparingly soluble in hexane, water
Storage Condition
2–8 °C, sealed under inert gas, protect from moisture
Shelf Life
24 months under recommended conditions
Synthetic Route
4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-2-(2-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane is prepared by the palladium‑catalyzed borylation of 3‑bromo‑2‑methyl‑1,1'‑biphenyl with bis(pinacolato)diboron in the presence of potassium acetate and Pd(dppf)Cl₂ in anhydrous dioxane. After aqueous workup, the crude ester is purified by column chromatography or recrystallization from pentane.
FAQ
Q1: What are the recommended Suzuki coupling conditions for this boronate?
A: 1.1 equiv of the boronate, 1.0 equiv of aryl bromide, 2 mol% Pd(PPh₃)₄, 2 M Na₂CO₃ in DME/water, 85 °C, 12–18 h.
Q2: Is this boronate stable under basic conditions?
A: The pinacol ester is moderately stable. For slow couplings, adding an additional 0.2 equiv after 12 h can compensate for minor protodeboronation.
To explore how this biphenyl boronate can streamline your next terphenyl coupling, reach out to Cosperpharm’s organoboron specialist — we can provide a 1‑g evaluation sample and a technical note on ligand selection within your required timeframe.
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