Description

Diphenylsilane is a versatile organosilicon compound widely used as a key reagent and building block in advanced material synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a reducing agent and a silicon source, enabling the creation of high-performance polymers and coatings. This product is essential for R&D and manufacturing in the electronics, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise material properties are critical.

Application

• Silicone Polymer Synthesis: A fundamental monomer for producing specialized polysilanes and silicone resins with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Semiconductor & Electronics: Used in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process as a precursor for silicon-containing thin films and dielectric layers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of silicon-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Surface Modification & Adhesion Promoters: Functions as a coupling agent to modify surface properties of inorganic materials like glass and metals for improved adhesion.
• Hydrosilylation Reactions: Acts as a core reactant in hydrosilylation processes to create novel organosilicon compounds and cross-linked networks.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new silicon chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenylsilane
CAS No.	775-12-2
Molecular Formula	C12H12Si
Molecular Weight	184.31 g/mol
Synonyms	DPS; Diphenylmonosilane; Diphenylsilyl hydride; Silane, diphenyl-; Phenylsilane, diphenyl-; Diphenyl silicon hydride; 1,1-Diphenylsilane; NSC 66499
EINECS	212-277-1

Quality Control

Our Diphenylsilane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

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.