Description

Diphenylmethylfluorosilane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a reactive silicon-fluorine bond. This chemical serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced material synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce silyl groups under controlled conditions. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and silicon-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in creating novel silicon-based pesticides and herbicides.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize silica, glass, or metal oxide surfaces for improved adhesion or hydrophobicity.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of silicone resins and high-performance polymers.
• Coupling Agent in Composites: Enhances the interface between organic polymers and inorganic fillers in composite materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in organic synthesis for introducing the diphenylmethylsilyl protecting group.
• Semiconductor Precursor: Investigated for use in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for thin-film coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenylmethylfluorosilane
CAS No.	17739-53-6
Molecular Formula	C13H13FSi
Molecular Weight	216.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Fluoro(diphenylmethyl)silane; Diphenylmethylfluorosilane; (Fluorodiphenylmethyl)silane; Diphenylmethylsilyl fluoride; Silane, fluoro(diphenylmethyl)-; Fluorodiphenylmethylsilane; Methyl(diphenyl)fluorosilane
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Quality Control

Our Diphenylmethylfluorosilane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a fluoride/strong alkali reactive and highly volatile compound, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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