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Tris(trimethylsilyl)silane, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Tris(trimethylsilyl)silane is used in hydrosilylations of carbonyls, radical reactions, reductions of acid chlorides, and carbon-halogen bonds. It acts a mediator of radical reactions and considered to be a nontoxic substitute for tri-n-butylstannane in radical reactions. It forms complexes with transition metals and main group elements. Further, it is utilized in carbon-carbon bond forming reactions.
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Tris(trimethylsilyl)silane is used in hydrosilylations of carbonyls, radical reactions, reductions of acid chlorides, and carbon-halogen bonds. It acts a mediator of radical reactions and considered to be a nontoxic substitute for tri-n-butylstannane in radical reactions. It forms complexes with transition metals and main group elements. Further, it is utilized in carbon-carbon bond forming reactions.
Solubility
Miscible with pentane, ether, toluene and tetrahydrofuran. Sparingly miscible with acetone and acetonitrile. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Boiling Point | 82°C to 84°C (12mmHg) |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN1993 |
Beilstein | 1923953 |
Flash Point | 55°C (131°F) |
Merck Index | 14,9757 |
Solubility Information | Miscible with pentane,ether,toluene and tetrahydrofuran. Sparingly miscible with acetone and acetonitrile. Immiscible with water. |
Formula Weight | 248.67 |
Percent Purity | 97% |
Refractive Index | 1.49 |
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Safety and Handling
- Tris(trimethylsilyl)silane
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Flammable liquid Category 3
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Tris(trimethylsilyl)silane
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