Description

Silane, (1,1-Dimethylethyl)Fluorodimethyl- is a highly reactive organosilicon compound, specifically a fluorinated tertiary-butyl silane. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile silylating agent and a key building block in advanced material synthesis, where its unique steric bulk and fluorine atom enable precise chemical modifications. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a protecting group or a precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where steric hindrance is beneficial.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, introducing the silane moiety to enhance properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied to modify the surface properties of silica, metals, or other inorganic materials to improve adhesion, dispersion, or hydrophobicity.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty silicones, fluoropolymers, and high-performance resins.
• Semiconductor & Electronics: Employed in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes or as a precursor for low-k dielectric materials in microelectronics fabrication.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratories as a selective fluorinating or silylating agent for constructing complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silane, (1,1-Dimethylethyl)Fluorodimethyl-
CAS No.	2357-76-8
Molecular Formula	C6H15FSi
Molecular Weight	134.27 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyldimethylfluorosilane; (tert-Butyl)dimethylfluorosilane; t-Butyldimethylfluorosilane; TBDMS-F; Fluorodimethyl-tert-butylsilane; 1,1-Dimethylethylfluorodimethylsilane; (1,1-Dimethylethyl)fluorodimethylsilane; tert-Butylfluorodimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our Silane, (1,1-Dimethylethyl)Fluorodimethyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and hygroscopic nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from moisture, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.