Dimethyldichlorosilane

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Description

Clear, colorless liquid with a sharp irritating odor of Hydrogen chloride. It has been used as a pesticide and biocide.

Chemical structure

Dimethyldichlorosilane.jpg

Synonyms and Related Terms

DMDCS; dimethyldichlorosilane; Inerton

Risks

  • Toxic by ingestion.
  • Corrosive.
  • Inhalation and contact will produce burns.
  • Extremely flammable. Flash point = -3C (27F).
  • Reacts violently with water producing toxic hydrogen chloride fumes.
  • ThermoFisher: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Composition (CH3)2SiCl2
CAS 75-78-5
Melting Point -86 C
Density 1.064 g/ml
Molecular Weight mol. wt.=129.07
Boiling Point 70 C

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