Description

3-((Chloromethyl)Dimethylsilyl)Propan-1-Ol is a versatile organosilicon compound featuring both a reactive chloromethyl group and a terminal hydroxyl group on a propyl linker. This dual functionality makes it a valuable bifunctional intermediate for synthesizing advanced silicone polymers, surface modifiers, and adhesion promoters. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the silicone elastomer, specialty coatings, and electronics industries seeking to incorporate specific reactive sites or enhance material properties.

Application

• Silicone Crosslinker & Modifier: Acts as a reactive site for crosslinking in silicone resins and rubbers, or as a modifier to introduce chloromethyl functionality into polymer backbones.
• Adhesion Promoter Precursor: Used in the synthesis of silane coupling agents designed to improve adhesion between organic polymers and inorganic substrates like glass, metals, or minerals.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Employed to create functionalized surfaces with specific wetting, release, or bonding characteristics for coatings and composites.
• Pharmaceutical & Agro-Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical active ingredients or agrochemicals.
• Hybrid Material Synthesis: Facilitates the creation of organic-inorganic hybrid materials (ORMOSILs) for advanced optics, sensors, and protective coatings.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Incorporated as a performance additive in specialty lubricants and greases to enhance thermal stability and surface affinity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-((Chloromethyl)Dimethylsilyl)Propan-1-Ol
CAS No.	18171-24-9
Molecular Formula	C6H15ClOSi
Molecular Weight	166.72 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propanol, 3-[(chloromethyl)dimethylsilyl]-; 3-(Chloromethyldimethylsilyl)-1-propanol; (3-Hydroxypropyl)dimethyl(chloromethyl)silane; Chloromethyldimethyl(3-hydroxypropyl)silane; Dimethyl(chloromethyl)(3-hydroxypropyl)silane; Silane, (3-hydroxypropyl)dimethyl(chloromethyl)-; 18171-24-9
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-((Chloromethyl)Dimethylsilyl)Propan-1-Ol adheres to strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 place away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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