Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane
Also known as: Methylenebis(trimethylsilane), 2,4-Disilapentane, 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-, 2,2,4,4-Tetramethyl-2,4-disilapentane, Di(trimethylsilyl)methane, trimethyl(trimethylsilylmethyl)silane, Silane, methylenebis[trimethyl-, Silane, 1,1'-methylenebis[1,1,1-trimethyl-, Bis-trimethylsilyl-methan, Hexa-Si-methyl-Si,Si'-methanediyl-bis-silane, MFCD00008275, EINECS 218-322-7
Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane (CAS 2117-28-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H20Si2 and a molecular weight of 160.405 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −71 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 134.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 12.8±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2117-28-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-40947-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H20Si2
- Molecular Weight
- 160.405 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −71 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 134.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 12.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 160.110352 |
| LogP | 4.39 |
| Vapor Pressure | 10.1±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.397 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2931900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2931900090. other organo-inorganic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane?
The CAS number of Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane is 2117-28-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane?
Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane has molecular formula C7H20Si2 and molecular weight 160.405 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane?
For Bis(trimethylsilyl)methane, Upstream Products: Chlorotrimethylsilane, [(Trimethylsilyl)methyl]magnesium chloride, (Chloromethyl)trimethylsilane; Downstream Products: Trimethylfluorosilane, Hexamethyldisilane, N,N-Bis(trifluoromethyl)hydroxylamine.
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