Description

3-(Dichlorosilyl)Propanenitrile is a highly reactive organosilicon compound, primarily valued as a versatile silane coupling agent and a key intermediate in organosilicon synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both reactive silyl chloride groups and a nitrile moiety, enables it to act as a molecular bridge, enhancing adhesion between inorganic materials and organic polymers. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D chemists in the advanced materials, specialty chemicals, and electronics sectors seeking to modify surface properties or create novel hybrid materials.

Application

• Silane Coupling Agent: Used to promote adhesion between mineral fillers (like silica, glass) and organic polymer matrices in composites, sealants, and adhesives.
• Surface Modification: Functionalizes surfaces of metals, glass, or silicon wafers to introduce nitrile groups for further chemical grafting or to alter surface energy.
• Pharmaceutical & Agro-chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and crop protection agents.
• Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty silicones and hybrid organic-inorganic polymers.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Precursor: Utilized in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for depositing silicon-containing thin films.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new organosilicon chemistry and material science applications in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(Dichlorosilyl)Propanenitrile
CAS No.	1071-74-5
Molecular Formula	C3H5Cl2NSi
Molecular Weight	154.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Dichlorosilyl)propionitrile; (2-Cyanoethyl)dichlorosilane; 2-Cyanoethyldichlorosilane; γ-Cyanoethyldichlorosilane; Dichloro(2-cyanoethyl)silane; Propanenitrile, 3-(dichlorosilyl)-; Silane, dichloro(2-cyanoethyl)-
EINECS	213-983-4

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Dichlorosilyl)Propanenitrile adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay by GC or titration and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material must be stored under a dry, inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from moisture, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.20 - 1.25 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.