Description

Chlorotris(Trimethylsilyl)Silane is a highly versatile organosilicon reagent featuring a reactive silicon-chlorine bond protected by bulky trimethylsilyl groups. This compound matters for its unique role as a silylating agent and a protected synthon in advanced silicon chemistry, enabling precise molecular construction. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require sophisticated silicon-based intermediates for synthesis and surface modification.

Application

• Silylating Agent: Used to introduce the tris(trimethylsilyl)silyl group onto various substrates, protecting reactive sites in organic synthesis.
• Silicon Chemistry Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex polysilanes and silicon-based polymers.
• Surface Modification: Employed in the functionalization of silica and other inorganic surfaces to alter hydrophobicity and reactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a protected reagent in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring silicon-containing motifs.
• Precursor for Silicon Films: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to create silicon-containing thin films for electronic applications.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of novel ligands and catalysts for organometallic chemistry and polymerization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorotris(Trimethylsilyl)Silane
CAS No.	5565-32-2
Molecular Formula	C9H27ClSi4
Molecular Weight	285.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(trimethylsilyl)silyl chloride; (Chlorotris(trimethylsilyl))silane; Chlorotris(trimethylsilyl)silicon; Silane, chlorotris(trimethylsilyl)-; Tris(trimethylsilyl)chlorosilane; TTSCS; (TMS)3SiCl
EINECS	226-923-1

Quality Control

Our Chlorotris(Trimethylsilyl)Silane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every 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 each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

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