Description

6-Phenylhexyltrichlorosilane is a specialized organosilicon compound, specifically a chlorosilane derivative, that serves as a critical building block for introducing hydrophobic and organofunctional properties to surfaces. Its value lies in its ability to act as a versatile coupling agent and surface modifier, creating stable covalent bonds with inorganic substrates like glass, silica, and metals. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the advanced materials, electronics, and specialty chemical sectors who require precise surface engineering and the development of functionalized hybrid materials.

Application

• Surface Modification Agent: Primarily used to functionalize glass, silicon wafers, metal oxides, and other inorganic surfaces to impart hydrophobicity and specific chemical reactivity.
• Coupling Agent for Composites: Enhances the interfacial adhesion between organic polymers and inorganic fillers (e.g., silica, glass fibers) in composite materials.
• Precursor for Self-Assembled Monolayers (SAMs): Employed in nanotechnology and sensor development to create ordered, phenyl-terminated monolayers on substrates for controlled surface properties.
• Intermediate in Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of more complex organosilicon compounds, dendrimers, and specialty polymers.
• Adhesion Promoter: Used in coatings, sealants, and adhesives to improve bonding to difficult substrates.
• Stationary Phase Functionalization: Can be used to modify the surface of chromatographic media for specific separation applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Phenylhexyltrichlorosilane
CAS No.	18035-33-1
Molecular Formula	C12H17Cl3Si
Molecular Weight	295.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichloro(6-phenylhexyl)silane; (6-Phenylhexyl)trichlorosilane; 6-Phenylhexylsilicon trichloride; Silane, trichloro(6-phenylhexyl)-; Phenylhexyltrichlorosilane; 1-Phenyl-6-(trichlorosilyl)hexane; (6-Phenyl-n-hexyl)trichlorosilane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Phenylhexyltrichlorosilane is produced under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and relevant physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong acids, and bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Isolate from incompatible materials such as oxidizers, alcohols, and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³

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