Description

Trimethyl(Cyclohexyloxy)Silane is a specialized organosilicon compound used as a versatile reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a silylating agent and a protected precursor for silicon-containing materials. This product is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular modification is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a protecting group for sensitive functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic properties to inorganic surfaces like silica, glass, or metals.
• Silicone & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty silicones and hybrid organic-inorganic polymers.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Precursor: Used in the deposition of silicon-containing thin films for electronic or optical coatings.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for silylation reactions to enhance volatility or stability of compounds for analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethyl(Cyclohexyloxy)Silane
CAS No.	13871-89-1
Molecular Formula	C9H20OSi
Molecular Weight	172.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexyloxytrimethylsilane; Trimethyl(cyclohexyloxy)silane; (Cyclohexyloxy)trimethylsilane; Cyclohexyl trimethylsilyl ether; Silane, trimethyl(cyclohexyloxy)-; Trimethylsilyl cyclohexyl ether; Cyclohexanol, trimethylsilyl ether; O-Trimethylsilylcyclohexanol
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Quality Control

Our Trimethyl(Cyclohexyloxy)Silane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability, although short-term storage at 15-25°C is acceptable. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (g/mL at 25°C)	0.86 - 0.90

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