Trimethylsilylimidazole
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Description
A very strong silylation reagent that reacts with hydroxyl and carboxyl groups. N-Trimethylsilylimidazole, or TMSI, is used to silylate components in resins and oils thus making them volatile for gas chromatographic analysis.
Synonyms and Related Terms
N-Trimethylsilylimidazole; TMSI; 1-(trimethylsilyl)-1H-imidazole; n-(Trimethylsilyl)-imidazole
Other Properties
Insoluble in water.
| Composition | C6H12N2Si |
|---|---|
| CAS | 18156-74-6 |
| Density | 0.956 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 140.26 |
| Boiling Point | 40-41 |
Hazards and Safety
Flammable. Flash point = 5.5C
Inhalation and skin contact will cause irritation.
Fisher Scientific: MSDS
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- The Merck Index, Martha Windholz (ed.), Merck Research Labs, Rahway NJ, 10th edition, 1983
- Website address 1 Comment: www.piercenet.com