Methyl Dichlorosilane

• CAS: 20156-50-7
• Catalog Number: ACM20156507
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 115.0334
• Molecular Formula: CH4Cl2Si
• Synonyms: CH3SiHCl2;DICHLOROHYDROGENMETHYLSILANE;METHYLSILICON DICHLORIDE;Chloro(chloromethyl)silane;Silane, chloro(chloromethyl)-
• Density: 1.105 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Application: Methyl dichlorosilane serves as a crucial monomer in the production of silicone polymers and acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of various organic and inorganic chemicals It plays a significant role in the electronics industry particularly in the creation of ultra-pure polysilicon and in the manufacturing of semiconductors and photovoltaic cells Despite its utility methyl dichlorosilane is known for presenting several hazards; it is a colorless liquid with a sharp irritating odor that is highly flammable corrosive and reactive with water Its vapors denser than air pose a fire risk as they can travel to ignition sources The chemical's primary application lies in the manufacture of siloxanes which are compounds with structures similar to paraffin hydrocarbons Additionally due to its chemical properties methyl dichlorosilane is favored in some select chemical reactions such as the diastereoselective reductive aldol reaction between aldehydes and acrylate esters often outperforming other silanes in these specific processes However it must be handled with caution due to its potential to cause burns and its toxicity if inhaled or absorbed through the skin