Description

2-Chloroethylsilane is a highly reactive organosilicon compound, serving as a versatile building block in advanced material synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to introduce both silicon and a reactive chloroethyl group into target molecules, enabling the creation of specialized polymers and surface modifiers. This chemical is essential for R&D and production teams in the silicone polymer, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors seeking to develop novel materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Silicone Polymer Modification: Acts as a key monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty silicone elastomers and resins with enhanced properties.
• Surface Functionalization Agent: Used to modify inorganic surfaces (e.g., silica, glass) by introducing organosilane layers for improved adhesion, hydrophobicity, or biocompatibility.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring silicon-containing moieties.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Incorporated to improve the bonding characteristics, flexibility, and environmental resistance of high-performance adhesives and sealants.
• Specialty Coating Additive: Enhances the durability, scratch resistance, and chemical stability of industrial and protective coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for introducing the 2-chloroethylsilyl group, facilitating further chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloroethylsilane
CAS No.	18165-19-0
Molecular Formula	C2H7ClSi
Molecular Weight	94.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloroethylsilane; (2-Chloroethyl)silane; Silane, (2-chloroethyl)-; Ethylchlorosilane; 2-Chloroethylsilicon hydride; (Chloroethyl)silane; Monochloroethylsilane; 2-Chloroethylsilyl hydride
EINECS	242-060-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloroethylsilane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and titration to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent leakage and pressure build-up. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.410 - 1.420
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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