Description

1,2-Dibromoethyltrimethylsilane is a versatile organosilicon reagent featuring both bromine and silyl functional groups, making it a valuable building block in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of complex molecules and advanced materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and polymer modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromine atoms.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty silicones and advanced polymeric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a protected alcohol equivalent.
• Surface Modification: Utilized to introduce silyl groups onto surfaces or molecules, altering hydrophobicity and other physicochemical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Functions as a precursor in the synthesis of organosilicon compounds for electronic and optoelectronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dibromoethyltrimethylsilane
CAS No.	18146-08-2
Molecular Formula	C5H12Br2Si
Molecular Weight	260.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethyl(1,2-dibromoethyl)silane; (1,2-Dibromoethyl)trimethylsilane; 1,2-Dibromoethyltrimethylsilane; Silane, (1,2-dibromoethyl)trimethyl-; (Dibromoethyl)trimethylsilane; NSC 163081; 1,2-Dibromo-1-(trimethylsilyl)ethane
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromoethyltrimethylsilane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with relevant research and industrial standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry inert atmosphere to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.