Colorless, transparent and volatile liquid with a strong pungent odor. Flammable and highly corrosive. It is readily hydrolyzed in moist air to form hydrochloric acid fumes.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC3H9ClSi
Density:0.85g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:57℃
Solubility:
It is soluble in benzene, diethyl ether and perchloroethylene. It undergoes violent hydrolysis upon contact with water, releasing hydrogen chloride gas.
Molecular Weight:108.7g/mol
Flash Point:-27℃
Melting Point:-58℃
Uses
1. Silicone Synthesis:Used as a capping agent for silicone polymers such as silicone oils and silicone rubbers to regulate molecular weight. It is a key raw material for the production of silazanes.
2. Protecting Group Reagent:Used for the trimethylsilyl (TMS) protection of functional groups including hydroxyl, amino, and carboxyl groups in organic synthesis. Widely applied in the synthesis of pharmaceutical and fragrance intermediates.
3. Surface Treatment:Used as a water repellent and waterproofing agent for material surfaces to improve weather resistance.
4. Analytical Reagent:Used as a silylation reagent in chromatographic analysis to enhance sample volatility and separation efficiency.
Safety, Security & Risk
Physical Hazards
Vapors are heavier than air and may flow along the ground, causing fire at a distance.
Chemical Hazards
When heated, it decomposes to produce toxic and corrosive fumes containing hydrogen chloride and phosgene.Reacts violently with water to form hydrogen chloride.Reacts violently with alcohols and amines.There is a risk of fire and explosion.Corrodes many metals in the presence of water.