Linear disiloxane carrying two reactive Si-H bonds, one on each silicon. Used as a hydride source in hydrosilylation and dehydrogenative silylation reactions, and as a chain-building block in silicone polymer and resin synthesis.
Product Code
O412
1,1,3,3-Tetramethyldisiloxane (TMDS)
CAS Number
3277-26-7
EINECS
221-906-4
Description
Synonyms
Key applications
- Hydrosilylation reagent
- Reducing agent in platinum-catalyzed reactions
- Intermediate for silicone polymer and resin synthesis
- Silicone chain-end blocking agent
Characteristics
| Family | Linear Siloxanes |
|---|---|
| Functionality | Si-H (hydride) |
| Molecular formula | C4H14OSi2 |
| Molecular weight | 134.33 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |