Bis(Trichlorosilyl)Ethane

Name:
Bis(Trichlorosilyl)Ethane
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	1,1,1,4,4,4-hexachloro-1,4-disilabutane
M Formula:	Cl3SiCH2CH2SiCl3
Properties:
Colorless liquid. Bp 202.9C, flash p 190F (COC). Readily hydrolyzed with liberation of hydrogen chloride. Combustible.
Derivation:
Reaction of acetylene and trichlorosilane in presence of a peroxide catalyst.
Grade:
Technical.
Hazard:
Corrosive when exposed to moisture.
Use:
Intermediate for silicones.