Product Description:
Trimethylchlorosilane is a volatile, colorless liquid with a pungent odor, primarily used in the synthesis of silicone compounds and as a reagent in organic chemistry.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
75-77-4
SYNONYM:
Chlorotrimethylsilane;Trimethylchlorosilane;Silane, chlorotrimethyl-
FORMULA:
C3H9ClSi
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Flammable
CATEGORIES:
Organic Intermediate
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Intermediates
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Raw Material
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
Clear colorless liquid
Boiling Point, °C :
57
Density, g/cm3 :
0.857
Flash Point, °C :
-19
Melting point, °C :
-40
Molecular weight, g/mol :
108.64
Odor :
Pungent
Purity, % :
≥98
Refractive index, n20/D :
1.387
TRIMETHYLCHLOROSILANE is a highly reactive organosilicon compound with a chemical formula of (CH₃)₃SiCl. Renowned for its volatility and reactivity, this colorless liquid is pivotal in the realm of organic synthesis and silicon-based chemical reactions. It serves as a versatile silylating agent, primarily utilized to introduce trimethylsilyl groups to molecules, thereby enhancing their stability and volatility for various analytical applications. Additionally, TRIMETHYLCHLOROSILANE is frequently employed as a protective group for functional alcohols and amines, owing to its ability to react swiftly with water and other nucleophiles. In the realm of materials science, it plays a critical role in producing water-repellent coatings, improving surface properties, and as a precursor for functionalized silanols and silicones. This compound is indispensable in laboratories for the modification and synthesis of complex organic compounds, contributing significantly to advancements in both academic research and industrial practices.