Polydimethylsiloxane, trimethylsiloxy terminated, M.W. 2000, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Polydimethylsiloxane, trimethylsiloxy terminated is widely used as a common surfactant. It is an active component of defoamers which suppresses the formation of foams and is a critical ingredient in water-repelling coatings as an active silicone fluid. It finds application in optic telecommunications, biomedical research, elasticity of polymer networks, adhesive materials and in skin-moisturizing lotions. Furthermore, it is used as a filler fluid in breast implants and as a sorbent for the analysis of headspace (dissolved gas analysis) of food.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Color: Colorless
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Boiling Point: >205°C
• Melting Point: <-40°C
• Density: 0.966 g/mL
• Solubility Information: Slightly miscible with water. Immiscible with methanol and ethylene glycol.
• Quantity: 250 mL
• Flash Point: 232°C (450°F)
• Odor: Odorless
• Refractive Index: 1.4
• Chemical Name or Material: Polydimethylsiloxane, trimethylsiloxy terminated, M.W. 2,000

Safety and Handling

RTECSNumber	TQ2690000
TSCA	No
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only