Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
75-78-5
Molecular Formula
C₂H₆Cl₂Si
Molecular Weight
129.06g/mol
Synonym

dichlorodimethylsilicon; dimethylsilicon dichloride; and dimethylsilane dichloride.

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Dichlorodimethylsilane (Cl₂Si(CH₃)₂) is a key organosilicon compound used as a building block in the production of silicones and silicon-based polymers. It serves as a precursor for synthesizing silicone oils, resins, and elastomers through hydrolysis and polymerization reactions.