Compound Q&A
Is 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyltrisiloxane (CAS: 1873-88-7) safe?
Answer
1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyltrisiloxane (CAS: 1873-88-7) is generally considered safe with low toxicity. However, handling precautions include avoiding inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion. It is approved for food contact materials and meets safety standards for industrial use, but proper protective equipment and ventilation are recommended during manipulation.
About
CAS No
1873-88-7
English Name
1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyltrisiloxane
Molecular Formula
C7H22O2Si3
Molecular Weight
222.51 g/mol
SMILES
C[SiH](O[Si](C)(C)C)O[Si](C)(C)C
InChIKey
QNWOFLWXQGHSRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
