Description

Bis(Methylsilyl)Methane is a versatile organosilicon compound that serves as a valuable building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two methylsilyl groups bonded to a central methane unit, makes it a critical precursor for creating silicon-containing polymers and modifying material surfaces. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and specialty materials sectors seeking to incorporate silicon functionalities into their products.

Application

• Precursor for Silicone Polymers: Used in the synthesis of novel polysilanes and silicon-based polymers with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic or specific functional groups to inorganic surfaces like glass, silica, or metals for advanced coatings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of silicon-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Employed in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to deposit silicon carbide (SiC) or silicon-containing thin films.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a linker or crosslinker in the production of high-performance elastomers and resins.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in organometallic chemistry and materials science research for exploring new silicon-carbon frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Methylsilyl)Methane
CAS No.	5654-05-7
Molecular Formula	C3H12Si2
Molecular Weight	104.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(methylsilyl)methane; Methane, bis(methylsilyl)-; Dimethylsilylmethane; 1,3-Disilabutane; (Methylsilyl)methane; NSC 163080; Methylsilylmethane; Disilabutane
EINECS	227-101-1

Quality Control

Our production of Bis(Methylsilyl)Methane adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial and research applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration to verify identity, purity, and critical parameters like moisture content. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	0.78 - 0.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.410 - 1.420

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