Description

Trihexylsilane is a high-purity organosilicon compound, specifically a trialkylsilane, known for its utility as a versatile reducing agent and chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to provide controlled hydrosilylation and reduction reactions, offering a safer and more selective alternative to other reactive hydrides in sensitive synthetic processes. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality reagents for fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• As a reducing agent in organic synthesis, particularly for the selective reduction of carbonyl groups, imines, and other functional groups.
• Key intermediate in the hydrosilylation process for producing silicone fluids, resins, and cross-linking agents.
• Used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex molecules.
• Employed in agrochemical manufacturing for creating specialized pesticides and herbicides.
• Acts as a surface modifying agent and precursor in the production of specialty coatings and advanced materials.
• Utilized in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes and as a silicon source.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trihexylsilane
CAS No.	2929-52-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₄₀Si
Molecular Weight	284.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Silane, Trihexyl-; Tri-n-hexylsilane; Hexylsilane; n-Hexylsilane; Trihexylsilyl Hydride; THS; Trihexyl Silicon Hydride; 1,1,1-Trihexylsilane
EINECS	220-895-6

Quality Control

Our Trihexylsilane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.78 - 0.82 g/mL

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