Description

T-Butyl(Dichloromethyl)Dimethylsilane is a specialized organosilicon reagent featuring a reactive dichloromethyl group protected by a bulky tert-butyl substituent. This compound matters as a versatile synthetic building block, enabling the introduction of chloromethylsilane functionality under controlled conditions for advanced material and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and advanced polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for introducing chloromethylsilane protecting groups or functional handles in complex drug molecule development.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty silicones and silicon-containing polymers with tailored properties.
• Surface Modification: Employed to functionalize silica, glass, or other inorganic surfaces with reactive chloromethyl groups for further chemical grafting.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a chloromethyl anion equivalent or a precursor to other organosilicon compounds in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the production of silicon-based active ingredients or performance-enhancing additives.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable tool for method development and exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	T-Butyl(Dichloromethyl)Dimethylsilane
CAS No.	138983-08-1
Molecular Formula	C7H16Cl2Si
Molecular Weight	199.19 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl(dichloromethyl)dimethylsilane; (Dichloromethyl)dimethyl-tert-butylsilane; Dimethyl(tert-butyl)(dichloromethyl)silane; tert-Butyldimethyl(dichloromethyl)silane; (tert-Butyl)dimethyl(dichloromethyl)silane; Dichloromethyl-tert-butyldimethylsilane; TBDMS-dichloromethyl; Silane, (dichloromethyl)dimethyl(1,1-dimethylethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our T-Butyl(Dichloromethyl)Dimethylsilane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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