Chlorotrimethylsilane
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Chlorotrimethylsilane is a colourless liquid with a sharp hydrogen chloride-like odour. The chlorotrimethylsilane vapour is heavier than air, and travels along surfaces. At elevated temperatures or combustion, the substance decomposes producing corrosive and toxic vapours. It violently reacts with water producing hydrogen chloride. Hydrogen chloride is also released upon contact with surface moisture. Because of the high reactivity, chlorotrimethylsilane must be manufactured, stored, and used in airtight, highly specialised installations. Chlorotrimethylsilane is used as an intermediate in the production of silicone fluids, as a silylating agent, and as a catalyst in the production of propylene oxide.
TNO Identifier
56384
ISSN
0346-7821
ISBN
91-7045-630-5
Source
Arbete och Hälsa, 129, pp. 1-18.
Pages
1-18
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