Description

Cyclopentamethylenedimethylsilane is a specialized organosilicon compound with a unique cyclic structure. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced material synthesis, offering distinct reactivity for creating tailored molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise silicon-carbon frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and silicon-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for developing new generation silicon-based pesticides and herbicides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty silicones, siloxane-based polymers, and advanced hybrid materials.
• Surface Modification: Employed in the development of coatings, adhesives, and sealants to impart specific surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organosilicon molecules and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Precursor: Investigated for use in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to deposit silicon-containing thin films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentamethylenedimethylsilane
CAS No.	4040-74-8
Molecular Formula	C7H16Si
Molecular Weight	128.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethyl-1-silacyclohexane; Dimethylsilylcyclopentane; Cyclopentylidenedimethylsilane; Dimethylcyclopentylsilane; Hexamethylenesilane (ambiguous); Silacyclohexane, 1,1-dimethyl-; 1,1-Dimethylsilacyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our Cyclopentamethylenedimethylsilane is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry 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)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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