BusinessAugust 23, 2026

chlorosilane

KLOR-oh-sy-layn

Definition

A chemical compound containing silicon, chlorine, and hydrogen that serves as a fundamental building block in the synthesis of silicone polymers.

Etymology

The word is a chemical portmanteau derived from 'chloro-' (referring to the chlorine atom) and 'silane' (a compound of silicon and hydrogen).

In the news

The article identifies methyl chlorosilane intermediates as critical raw materials, noting that volatility in their supply causes significant price instability for regional silicone manufacturers.

Latin America and the Caribbean Wearable Health Silicone Elastomers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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