OCTAMETHYLCYCLOTETRASILOXANE (D4)
PROSILANE™ SC-9100

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OCTAMETHYLCYCLOTETRASILOXANE (D4)

PROSILANE™ SC-9100

Product Description

Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (commonly known as D4) is a cyclic siloxane compound. It consists of a ring structure with alternating silicon and oxygen atoms, where each silicon atom is bonded to two methyl groups. D4 is widely used in the production of silicone polymers and is an intermediate in the manufacture of silicone Fluids and elastomers.

  • CAS#

    556-67-2

  • ACRONYM

    OMCTS

  • Supplier

    Silsource Inc.

  • Formula

    C8H24O4Si4

  • Synonyms

    D4
    Cyclotetrasiloxane, octamethyl-
    2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8-Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane
    CyclomethiconeCyclic dimethylsiloxane tetramer
    Cyclotetrasiloxane, octamethyl-
    KF 994
    NUC silicone VS 7207
    OMCTS
    SF 1173
    Silicone SF 1173

TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

  • Boiling Point, °C

    175

  • Density, g/cm3

    0.950

  • Flash Point, °C

    51

  • Melting Point, °C

    17.5

  • Molecular Weight, g/mol

    296.61

  • Purity, %

    99

  • Refractive Index, n20/D

    1.396

  • Viscosity, cSt

    2.3

  • Appearance

    Colorless liquid

  • Pack Sizes

    Available in various pack sizes, please enquire with Sales Team

  • Storage & Shelf Life

    In the unopened original container, shelf life is 12 months. Keep container in a dry, temperature controlled and well-ventilated place.

Applications or Functions

  • Adhesives

  • Aerospace

  • Automotive

  • Boiler Treatment

  • Chemical Manufacturing

  • Cleaning Solutions

  • Coatings

  • Construction

  • Cosmetics & Personal Care

  • De-Asphalting

  • Detergents

  • Electronics & Electrical

  • Fermentation

  • Food Packaging

  • Intermediate

  • Medical Devices

  • Mineral & Fiber Treatments

  • Mold Making

  • Paints

  • Paints & Coatings

  • Resin Additives

  • Roof Coatings

  • Rubber Manufacturing

  • Sealants

  • Silicones

  • Textiles

  • Transportation


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