Description

1-Chloro-1-Methylsilacyclohexane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a reactive silicon-chlorine bond within a cyclohexane ring structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced silicone polymers and functional materials. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and advanced materials sectors for its role in introducing silacyclohexyl groups into target molecules.

Application

• Key Intermediate in Silicone Chemistry: Serves as a fundamental building block for the synthesis of novel cyclic siloxane monomers and pre-polymers.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to impart hydrophobic or specific release properties to inorganic surfaces like silica, glass, or metals.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in research for creating silicon-containing bioactive compounds with potential enhanced stability or activity.
• Ligand Precursor in Catalysis: Acts as a starting material for developing novel organosilicon ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of hybrid organic-inorganic materials (ORMOSILs) for optics, electronics, and coatings.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can function as a reactive site in the formation of crosslinked silicone networks for elastomers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-1-Methylsilacyclohexane
CAS No.	18148-37-3
Molecular Formula	C7H15ClSi
Molecular Weight	162.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloro(methyl)silacyclohexane; Methylchlorosilacyclohexane; 1-Methyl-1-chlorosilacyclohexane; Silacyclohexane, 1-chloro-1-methyl-; 1-Chloro-1-methyl-1-silacyclohexane; 1-Methylsilacyclohexyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Chloro-1-Methylsilacyclohexane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and oxidation. Isolate from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.98 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.465

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