Description

p-Trichlorosilylbiphenyl is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a biphenyl backbone functionalized with a reactive trichlorosilyl group. This structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced material synthesis, particularly in the electronics and semiconductor sectors. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D facilities involved in creating specialty polymers, surface modifiers, and sophisticated organic-inorganic hybrid materials.

Application

• Precursor for Siloxane-Based Polymers: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of high-performance silicones and silarylene polymers.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize silica, glass, or metal oxide surfaces to alter wettability, adhesion, or introduce specific organic functionalities.
• Intermediate in Electronic Chemicals: A critical building block in the production of materials for semiconductors, liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Synthesis of Dendrimers and Hyperbranched Polymers: Utilized in controlled polymer architectures due to its trifunctional reactivity.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing novel organosilicon compounds and advanced material systems.
• Adhesion Promoters: Can be formulated into primers or additives to enhance the bonding between organic polymers and inorganic substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Trichlorosilylbiphenyl
CAS No.	18030-61-0
Molecular Formula	C12H9Cl3Si
Molecular Weight	287.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trichlorosilyl)biphenyl; p-Biphenyltrichlorosilane; (1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-yltrichlorosilane; 4-Biphenylyltrichlorosilane; (4-Phenylphenyl)trichlorosilane; Biphenyl-4-yltrichlorosilane; Trichloro(4-phenylphenyl)silane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Trichlorosilylbiphenyl is manufactured under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, critical for sensitive electronic and polymer applications. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~1.3 g/cm³

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