How is Chloro(methyl)phenylsilane (CAS: 1631-82-9) typically synthesized?

Chloro(methyl)phenylsilane can be synthesized through the reaction of chlorotriphenylsilane with methyl halide (e.g., methyl chloride or methyl bromide) in the presence of a base such as potassium tert-butoxide. The reaction is typically carried out in an inert solvent like toluene or hexane. The process yields high selectivity and good to excellent yield depending on the choice of reagents and conditions.