Description

Dimethyl(Trimethylsilylmethyl)Silane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a reactive silylmethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable reagent and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for introducing silicon-containing functional groups.

Application

• Silylation Reagent: Used for the protection of alcohols and other functional groups in complex multi-step organic syntheses.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in silicon-based drug discovery.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the synthesis of silicone-based polymers and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of silicon-containing pesticides and herbicides to enhance stability or bioavailability.
• Surface Functionalization: Applied to modify material surfaces (e.g., silica, metals) to alter hydrophobicity, adhesion, or other surface properties.
• Hydrosilylation Reactions: Acts as a silicon hydride source in catalytic hydrosilylation processes to form new carbon-silicon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl(Trimethylsilylmethyl)Silane
CAS No.	1189-75-9
Molecular Formula	C7H20Si2
Molecular Weight	160.41 g/mol
Synonyms	(Trimethylsilylmethyl)dimethylsilane; Dimethyl[(trimethylsilyl)methyl]silane; (Dimethylsilylmethyl)trimethylsilane; Silane, dimethyl[(trimethylsilyl)methyl]-; NSC 163084; (CH3)3SiCH2SiH(CH3)2; Trimethylsilylmethyldimethylsilane
EINECS	214-710-3

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl(Trimethylsilylmethyl)Silane is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, ideally at 2-8°C or under refrigerated conditions as specified. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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