Description

5-Bromopentyltrichlorosilane is a versatile organosilicon reagent featuring both a reactive trichlorosilyl group and a bromoalkyl chain. This bifunctional nature makes it a critical intermediate for introducing silane functionality and a bromine handle for further derivatization in a single step. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as surface modification, polymer synthesis, and the creation of functionalized silanes.

Application

• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize glass, silica, and other metal oxide surfaces, creating hydrophobic or reactive coatings.
• Polymer & Dendrimer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty silicones and hybrid organic-inorganic polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex molecules where a silane-protected alkyl chain is required.
• Chromatography Media: Employed in the derivatization of stationary phases for HPLC and GC columns to alter selectivity.
• Adhesion Promoter: Enhances the bonding between organic polymers and inorganic substrates in composite materials and sealants.
• Nanomaterial Functionalization: Used to attach organic ligands or functional groups to nanoparticles (e.g., silica, quantum dots) for specific applications.
• Chemical Grafting: The bromine terminus allows for further chemical reactions, such as nucleophilic substitution or coupling reactions, to create complex surface architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromopentyltrichlorosilane
CAS No.	174094-37-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10BrCl3Si
Molecular Weight	284.48 g/mol
Synonyms	(5-Bromopentyl)trichlorosilane; Trichloro(5-bromopentyl)silane; 5-Bromopentyltrichlorosilane; Silane, trichloro(5-bromopentyl)-; 5-Bromopentylsilicon trichloride; (5-Bromoamyl)trichlorosilane; 1-Bromo-5-(trichlorosilyl)pentane
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromopentyltrichlorosilane 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 specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong acids, and bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.45 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.480

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