Description

Diethylisopropylsilane is a versatile organosilicon compound with the CAS number 18395-55-6, serving as a key building block in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a precursor for silicon-containing polymers and as a reagent for introducing the diethylisopropylsilyl protecting group in complex organic syntheses. This chemical is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty silicone industries, where precise molecular control is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a protecting group reagent for alcohols and other functional groups in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key silane intermediate in the production of novel pesticides and herbicides requiring specific silicon functionalities.
• Silicone Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating custom polysiloxanes with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed in the silanization of glass, silica, and other oxides to modify surface characteristics for chromatography, composites, and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in hydrosilylation reactions and as a source of the diethylisopropylsilyl moiety in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science R&D: A critical precursor in the development of silicon-based nanomaterials and hybrid organic-inorganic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylisopropylsilane
CAS No.	18395-55-6
Molecular Formula	C7H18Si
Molecular Weight	130.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl(isopropyl)silane; Isopropyldiethylsilane; Silane, diethylisopropyl-; DEIPS; (Isopropyl)diethylsilane; Diethyl(1-methylethyl)silane; 1-Methylethyldiethylsilane; Diethyl-2-propylsilane
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Quality Control

Our Diethylisopropylsilane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Containers must be kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent moisture ingress and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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