As an organosilicon intermediate, diphenylsilanediol is widely used in the fields of organic synthesis and material science. Its application and advantages are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Organic synthesis: Diphenylsilanediol can be used as an organosilicon intermediate to participate in various organic synthesis reactions. Its silicon-oxygen bond and phenyl group have good reactivity in the reaction, and can participate in the reactions of catalyst ligands, reducing agents and protecting groups. As an organosilicon intermediate, diphenylsilanediol is widely used in the synthesis of organic compounds, such as olefins, aromatic compounds, alcohols, etc., thereby expanding the methods and approaches of organic synthesis.

Materials Science: Diphenylsilanediol has important applications in materials science. It can be used as a precursor of functional materials for the synthesis of materials with special properties and functions. For example, by introducing different functional groups into diphenylsilanediol, polymers, polymer materials and organic-inorganic hybrid materials with specific properties can be synthesized. These materials have a wide range of applications in optoelectronics, medicine, electronic devices, and sensors.

Silicone rubber industry: As mentioned before, diphenylsilanediol acts as a crosslinking agent in silicone rubber, which can enhance the mechanical properties and heat resistance of silicone rubber. It is an important organosilicon intermediate in the silicone rubber industry, promoting the development and application of silicone rubber products.