Chlorotrimethylsilane is used to silanize laboratory glassware, which makes the surfaces more lipophilic. It is used in the production of trimethylsilyl halides, pseudohalides and various organic silicon compounds. It is also used to produce hexamethyldisilane by reduction.
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ApplicationsChlorotrimethylsilane is used to silanize laboratory glassware, which makes the surfaces more lipophilic. It is used in the production of trimethylsilyl halides, pseudohalides and various organic silicon compounds. It is also used to produce hexamethyldisilane by reduction.
SolubilityMiscible with ether, benzene, diethylether and perchloroethylene.
NotesIncompatible with water, strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, alcohols, aldehydes, amines, ketones and esters.