Applications
Trimethylsilyl azide is used as an azidonation reagent for amines, amides, aldehydes and ketones. It is involved in the preparation of alfa- and beta-siloxy azides from carbonyl compounds and epoxides. It is also used in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and also acts as an effective substitute for hydrazoic acid. Further, it is used in the Oseltamivir total synthesis.

Solubility
Miscible with toluene, dichloromethane, diethyl ether and most organic solvents.

Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.