Pentamethylcyclopentasiloxane CAS 6166-86-5

Purity >85%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.6166-86-5
Molecular FormulaC5H15O5Si5
Molecular Weight295.60 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Pentamethylcyclopentasiloxane CAS 6166-86-5 chemical structure

Description

Pentamethylcyclopentasiloxane (CAS 6166-86-5) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C5H15O5Si5. Molecular weight: 295.60 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC5H15O5Si5
Molecular Weight295.60 g/mol
Purity>85%
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityHygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)-1.5
CAS Registry Year (est.)1958

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