Description

Dibenzyloxydichlorosilane is a versatile organosilicon compound characterized by its reactive chlorosilane and benzyloxy functional groups. This chemical is a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of advanced silicone polymers and functionalized silanes, offering chemists a pathway to introduce specific organic moieties onto a silicon backbone. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating custom silane coupling agents, protective coatings, and specialized polymer precursors.

Application

• Silane Coupling Agent Precursor: Serves as a key intermediate for synthesizing custom silane coupling agents used to improve adhesion between organic polymers and inorganic surfaces like glass, metals, and minerals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems where silicon-containing scaffolds are required.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce benzyl-protected silanol groups into polymer chains, enabling the creation of specialty silicones with tailored properties for coatings, elastomers, and resins.
• Surface Functionalization: Applied in materials science to modify the surface properties of nanoparticles, silica, and other substrates to alter wettability, reactivity, or compatibility.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block in the development of novel silicon-based agrochemicals and plant growth regulators.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a reactive component in crosslinking formulations for high-performance silicone rubbers and sealants.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in organic and organometallic synthesis as a protecting group reagent or for introducing silicon functionalities into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzyloxydichlorosilane
CAS No.	18414-52-3
Molecular Formula	C14H14Cl2O2Si
Molecular Weight	313.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichlorodibenzyloxysilane; Silane, dichlorobis(phenylmethoxy)-; Bis(benzyloxy)dichlorosilane; Dichlorobis(benzyloxy)silane; Dichlorosilane, bis(phenylmethoxy)-; (Benzyloxy)dichlorosilane (dimer form); DBODCS; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Dibenzyloxydichlorosilane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Use under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for prolonged storage or after opening to prevent hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chloride Content	22.0 - 23.5 %
Density (at 20°C)	~1.20 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.540

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