Description

Dimethylphenethylsilane is a specialized organosilicon compound with the CAS registry number 17873-13-1. This chemical serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, valued for its unique silicon-carbon bond structure. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise molecular modification and functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organometallic Chemistry: Acts as a versatile reagent and ligand in catalytic systems and metal-organic framework (MOF) research.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize surfaces and materials, imparting specific hydrophobic or chemical properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty silicones and high-performance polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic and organosilicon chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethylphenethylsilane
CAS No.	17873-13-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16Si
Molecular Weight	164.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenethyldimethylsilane; (2-Phenylethyl)dimethylsilane; Dimethyl(2-phenylethyl)silane; Dimethyl(phenethyl)silane; 2-Phenylethyldimethylsilane; Silane, dimethyl(2-phenylethyl)-; (Phenylethyl)dimethylsilane
EINECS	241-826-2

Quality Control

Our Dimethylphenethylsilane is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.490 - 1.510

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