Octamethylsilsesquioxane
八甲基-POSS
Also known as: 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15-Octamethylpentacyclo[9.5.1.1(3,9).1(5,15).1(7,13)]octasiloxane, Permethyloctasilsesquioxane, PSS-Octamethyl substituted, Octamethyl-POSS
Octamethylsilsesquioxane (CAS 17865-85-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H24O12Si8 and a molecular weight of 536.95300 g/mol. It is also known as 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15-Octamethylpentacyclo[9.5.1.1(3,9).1(5,15).1(7,13)]octasiloxane, Permethyloctasilsesquioxane and PSS-Octamethyl substituted. Key properties include a melting point of >350ºC, a boiling point of 235ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.26g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17865-85-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1394834-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H24O12Si8
- Chinese Name
- 八甲基-POSS
- Molecular Weight
- 536.95300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >350ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 235ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.26g/cm3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Octamethylsilsesquioxane?
The CAS number of Octamethylsilsesquioxane is 17865-85-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Octamethylsilsesquioxane?
Octamethylsilsesquioxane has molecular formula C8H24O12Si8 and molecular weight 536.95300 g/mol.
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