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Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

Catalog Number ACM541026-4
CAS Number 541-02-6
Structure
Description Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) is an organosilicon compound with the formula [(CH3)2SiO]5. It is a colorless and odorless liquid that is slightly volatile. The compound is classified as a cyclomethicone. Such fluids are commonly used in cosmetics, such as deodorants, sunblocks, hair sprays and skin care products. It is becoming more common in hair conditioners, as it makes the hair easier to brush without breakage. It is also used as part of silicone based personal lubricants. D5 is considered an emollient. In Canada, among the volume used in consumer products approximately 70% were for antiperspirants and 20% for hair care products.
Synonyms 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10-Decamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,2,4,6,8,10-Pentoxapentasilecane
IUPAC Name Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane
Molecular Weight 370.77 g/mol
Molecular Formula C10H30O5Si5
Canonical SMILES C[Si]1(O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O1)(C)C)(C)C)(C)C)(C)C)C
Boiling Point 210°C(lit.) at 760 mmHg
Melting Point -38°C
Flash Point 76 °C
Purity ≥96%
Density 0.96 g/mL at 25°C
Solubility Insoluble in water.
Appearance Liquid
Application Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane is a cyclic volatile methylsiloxane
Storage Store at room temperature.
Chemical Formula C10H30O5Si5
EC Number 208-764-9
Exact Mass 370.09400
HS Code 29310095
MDL Number MFCD00046966
Physical State Liquid
Reaxys Registry Number 1800166
Refractive Index n20D 1.40
RTECS GY5945200
Specific Gravity 0.96
WGK Germany 2

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