Abstract
3-Glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane (CAS No. 2530-83-8), Silane coupling agent KH-560, is a versatile epoxy functional organosilane possessing a reactive organic epoxide and hydrolyzable inorganic methoxysilyl groups. The dual nature of its reactivity allows KH-560 to bind chemically to both inorganic materials (e. G. Glass, metals, fillers) and organic polymers (e. G. Thermosets, thermoplastics, elastomers), thus functioning as an adhesion promoter, crosslinking agent and/or surface modifier.
KH-560 is a colorless low-viscosity liquid with a slight terpentine-like odor. It is soluble in alcohols, ketones and aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbons.

Identification
Name: 3-Glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane
Synonyms  : 3-(2, 3-Epoxypropoxy)propyltrimethoxysilane; Glycidyl 3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl ether
Molecular Formula  : C9H20O5Si
Molecular Weight: 236.34
CAS Registry Number: 2530-83-8
EINECS: 219-784-2

Equivalents
Momentive (formerly OSi Specialties ) Silquest A-187  
Dow Corning Z-6040  
ShinEtsu KBM-403  
EVONIK Degussa Dynasylan GLYMO  
Wacker GENIOSIL GF 80
Chisso Sila-Ace S510
UCT Specialties (formerly Petrarch) G6720

Properties
Density: 1.055
Boiling point: 290 C degree
Refractive index: 1.4205
Flash point: 110 C degree
Water solubility: REACTS

Application
3-Glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane (CAS No. 2530-83-8), Silane coupling agent KH-560, is an essential ingredient in the products of many industries. Examples are:
Glass fiber/glass fabric composites: As a finish or a size ingredient
Foundry resins: As an additive to polyurethane resins
Sealants and adhesives: As a primer or additive
Mineral filled composites: For pretreatment of fillers and pigments or as an additive to the polymer
Paints and coatings: As an additive and as a primer for improving adhesion to the substrate, especially glass and metal
Improved shelf life over aminosilanes in polyurethanes
Important product effects that can be achieved through the use of KH-560 include:
Improved mechanical properties, such as flexural strength, tensile strength, impact strength and modulus of elasticity
Improved moisture and corrosion resistance
Improved electrical properties, for example dielectric constant, volume resistivity.