Overview
Isobutyltriethoxysilane (CAS 17980-47-1 ) is an alkylalkoxysilane used to impart hydrophobicity and improve adhesion at mineral and inorganic surfaces. It functions as a surface modifier and coupling agent across construction materials, coatings, and polymer systems.
In concrete and masonry protection, it penetrates porous substrates and bonds covalently to silicate surfaces. This process reduces water ingress without altering appearance, which is a key requirement for facade and infrastructure treatments.
Coatings formulators incorporate it as an adhesion promoter to improve bonding between organic binders and glass, metal, or mineral fillers. In sealant and elastomer systems, it acts as a crosslinker or co-crosslinker.
This chemical contributes to network formation and improves substrate adhesion in silicone and hybrid formulations. Plastics compounders use it to surface-treat mineral fillers such as silica or calcium carbonate.
Treating these fillers improves dispersion and mechanical performance in the final compound. Isobutyltriethoxysilane is supplied as a clear liquid, typically in drum and IBC quantities for industrial buyers.
It is available in technical grade, with purity specifications commonly at 97% or higher. Specialty grades meeting tighter purity thresholds are available for demanding coating and sealant applications.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 190-191°C |
| Boiling Point | 190-191 °C |
| Density | 0.910 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 138 °F |
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid |
| Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water. |
| Vapor Pressure | 33Pa at 20℃ |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.4(lit.) |
Safety & Handling
Warning GHS07 GHS05 Hazard Statements H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H315 Causes skin irritation Precautionary Statements P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P301+P330+P331 Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29319090 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 17980-47-1
- EC Number
- 402-810-3
- Mol. Weight
- 220.38
- HS Code
- 29319090
- Category
- Silicones & Silicates