2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclote… 2554-06-5

About 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95%

2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane is an organosilicon compound carrying the CAS registry number 2554-06-5 at a purity of 97%. Formula C12H24O4Si4, molecular weight 344.66 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,4,6,8-tetrakis(ethenyl)-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,2,4,6,8-tetraoxatetrasilocane. It is also known as Tetravinyltetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane or S-Tetramethyltetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of −44 °C (dec.) and a boiling point of 111-112 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, fine chemical synthesis and catalysis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 g, 100 g and 500 g packs, 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011098
CAS Number	2554-06-5
IUPAC name	2,4,6,8-tetrakis(ethenyl)-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,2,4,6,8-tetraoxatetrasilocane
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₂₄O₄Si₄
Molecular weight	344.66 g/mol
Exact mass	344.0752
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29349900
InChIKey	VMAWODUEPLAHOE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C[Si]1(O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O1)(C)C=C)(C)C=C)(C)C=C)C=C
PubChem CID	75706

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	−44 °C (dec.)
Boiling point	111-112 °C
Density	0.997 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	36.9 Å²
Synonyms	2,4,6,8-Tetraethenyl-2,4,6,8-tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-tetraethenyl-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-, 1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinyl-, 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinyl-1,3,5,7,2,4,6,8-tetraoxatetrasilocane, 1,3,5,7-tetravinyl-1,3,5,7-tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-Tetravinyl-2,4,6,8-tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, Tetravinyltetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, S-Tetramethyltetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, Tetramethyltetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, Tetraethenyltetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% is 2554-06-5. It is also known as 2,4,6,8-Tetraethenyl-2,4,6,8-tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, 2,4,6,8-tetraethenyl-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95%?

2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% has the molecular formula C12H24O4Si4 and a molecular weight of 344.66 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,4,6,8-tetrakis(ethenyl)-2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,2,4,6,8-tetraoxatetrasilocane.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% can I order?

We supply 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% in (97%) grade, in 10 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane, 95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.