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Vinyltrimethoxysilane, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Trimethoxyvinylsilane is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of other fine chemicals or as a monomer in the production of vinyl functional silicone polymers. The use of Trimethoxyvinylsilane in coatings is intended to improve bonding or adhesion between organic polymers and mineral surfaces, such as pigments, fillers, and glass or metal substrates. It is used in water-based decorative coating products. It is also used as a as cross-linking agent and adhesion promoter in commercially-available silicone sealant product.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Trimethoxyvinylsilane is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of other fine chemicals or as a monomer in the production of vinyl functional silicone polymers. The use of Trimethoxyvinylsilane in coatings is intended to improve bonding or adhesion between organic polymers and mineral surfaces, such as pigments, fillers, and glass or metal substrates. It is used in water-based decorative coating products. It is also used as a as cross-linking agent and adhesion promoter in commercially-available silicone sealant product.
Solubility
Solubility in water, 9.4 g/L at 20°C.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents, water/moisture. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas.

Specifications
Specifications
Boiling Point | 122°C to 124°C |
Melting Point | <-40°C |
Quantity | 100 g |
Molecular Formula | C5H12O3Si |
Linear Formula | CH2=CHSi(OCH3)3 |
MDL Number | MFCD00008605 |
UN Number | UN1993 |
Beilstein | 1099136 |
Flash Point | 23°C (73°F) |
Synonym | vinyltrimethoxysilane, trimethoxyvinylsilane, silane, ethenyltrimethoxy, trimethoxy vinyl silane, trimethoxysilyl ethene, vinyl trimethoxy silane, silane, trimethoxyvinyl, trimethoxysilyl ethylene, vtmo, vts-m |
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Safety and Handling
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P362+P364-Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
RUO – Research Use Only
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