Description

1,2-Bis(Trichlorosilyl)Decane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring dual reactive trichlorosilyl groups on a decane backbone. This structure makes it a valuable highly functional cross-linking agent and precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the silicone, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate robust siloxane linkages or create custom functionalized surfaces and matrices.

Application

• Cross-linking Agent for Silicone Polymers: Used to introduce high-density, thermally stable cross-links in silicone elastomers and resins, enhancing their mechanical properties and chemical resistance.
• Precursor for Functionalized Silanes: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex alkoxysilanes and other organofunctional silane coupling agents.
• Surface Modification and Adhesion Promotion: Applied to modify inorganic surfaces (e.g., glass, metals, silica) to improve adhesion with organic polymers in composite materials and coatings.
• Synthesis of Dendrimers and Hyperbranched Polymers: Utilized as a building block in the controlled construction of dendritic macromolecules due to its bifunctional reactivity.
• Hydrophobic and Oleophobic Coatings: A critical component in formulating advanced coatings that repel water, oils, and other contaminants.
• Reinforcement of Mineral-Filled Composites: Acts as a coupling agent between mineral fillers (like silica, clay) and polymer matrices, improving dispersion and composite strength.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediate: Employed in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for introducing silane functionality into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Trichlorosilyl)Decane
CAS No.	620987-03-3
Molecular Formula	C10H18Cl6Si2
Molecular Weight	408.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Decane, 1,2-bis(trichlorosilyl)-; 1,2-Di(trichlorosilyl)decane; 1,2-Bis(trichlorosilyl)decane; Bis(trichlorosilyl)decane; Trichlorosilyldecane trichlorosilane; (Dichlorosilylmethyl)nonyltrichlorosilane (mixture of isomers); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2-Bis(Trichlorosilyl)Decane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to verify identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 reacts vigorously with water, alcohols, and bases. Containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and maintain product integrity. Isolate from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.25 g/cm³
Chloride Content (Titration)	~52.0%
Hydrolyzable Chloride	Contact for details

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