Description

Phenethyltrichlorosilane is a versatile organosilicon compound characterized by its reactive trichlorosilyl group attached to a phenethyl moiety. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing silicon-based functionality into organic molecules, enabling the creation of advanced materials with tailored surface properties. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise chemical modification and controlled synthesis.

Application

• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize silica, glass, and other inorganic surfaces to alter hydrophobicity, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Silane Coupling Agent: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of adhesion promoters for composite materials, sealants, and coatings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems.
• Polymer Synthesis: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty silicones and hybrid organic-inorganic polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of silicon-containing pesticides and herbicides to enhance efficacy or environmental stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organometallic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenethyltrichlorosilane
CAS No.	940-41-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9Cl3Si
Molecular Weight	233.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylethyltrichlorosilane; (2-Phenylethyl)trichlorosilane; Trichloro(2-phenylethyl)silane; Phenethylsilicon trichloride; β-Phenethyltrichlorosilane; Benzeneethanamine, N,N-diethyl-γ-(3-triethoxysilylpropyl)-, hydrochloride (related); EINECS 213-366-5
EINECS	213-366-5

Quality Control

Our Phenethyltrichlorosilane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong acids, and bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.20 - 1.25 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520

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