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Pentamethyldisiloxane, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L16577.06
5 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Pentamethyldisiloxane, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L16577.06
5 g, Each
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Catalog number: L16577.06
also known as L16577-06
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
1438-82-0
IUPAC Name
dimethyl[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]silyl
Molecular Formula
C5H15OSi2
InChI Key
XUKFPAQLGOOCNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
C[Si](C)O[Si](C)(C)C
Assay (GC)
≥94.0%
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Form
Liquid
Refractive Index
1.3710-1.3770 @ 20?C

Description

Pentamethyldisiloxane is used in the synthesis of siloxane-polyether copolymer surfactants. It is also used as source of trimethylsilyl functional group in organic synthesis.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Pentamethyldisiloxane is used in the synthesis of siloxane-polyether copolymer surfactants. It is also used as source of trimethylsilyl functional group in organic synthesis.

Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.

Notes
It is sensitive to moisture. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store under dry inert gas. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 2
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    Physical Hazards

    H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor

    Precautionary Statements

    P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking

    P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

    P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed