Description

(p-Chlorophenyl)Phenylmethylchlorosilane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring both chlorophenyl and phenylmethyl substituents on a reactive chlorosilane core. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for synthesizing advanced silicone polymers and functional silanes. It is primarily used by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise molecular building blocks for creating custom siloxane architectures, surface modifiers, or ligand systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems requiring organosilicon functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where silicon incorporation can enhance stability or bioavailability.
• Silicone Polymer Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty silicone resins, elastomers, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Employed to modify the surface properties of inorganic materials like silica, glass, or metals, improving adhesion or imparting specific chemical functionality.
• Ligand Precursor in Catalysis: Utilized for synthesizing sophisticated silane-based ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Advanced Material Research: A critical building block in R&D for hybrid organic-inorganic materials, sol-gel processes, and nanostructured composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	(p-Chlorophenyl)Phenylmethylchlorosilane
CAS No.	18081-12-4
Molecular Formula	C13H12Cl2Si
Molecular Weight	267.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloro(p-chlorophenyl)phenylmethylsilane; (4-Chlorophenyl)(phenyl)methylchlorosilane; (p-Chlorophenyl)(phenyl)chloromethylsilane; Methyl(chlorophenyl)phenylchlorosilane; Silane, chloro(4-chlorophenyl)phenylmethyl-; (4-Chlorophenyl)phenylchloromethylsilane; Phenyl(p-chlorophenyl)methylchlorosilane; Chloro(4-chlorophenyl)(phenyl)methylsilane
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Quality Control

Our (p-Chlorophenyl)Phenylmethylchlorosilane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and consistent batch-to-batch performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, oxidizing agents, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content	Confirmatory

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