Trichloropentylsilane
Agent Name
Trichloropentylsilane
CAS Number
107-72-2
Formula
C5-H11-Cl3-Si
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
Amyltrichlorosilane; Pentylsilicon trichloride; Pentyltrichlorosilane; Silane, trichloropentyl-; Trichloroamylsilane; Amyl trichlorosilane; [ChemIDplus] UN1728
Category
Chlorosilanes
Description
Colorless to yellow liquid with a sharp pungent odor; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as intermediate for silicones; [HSDB]
Comments
Produces hydrogen chloride when spilled in water; [ERG 2016] A mucous membrane irritant; Can cause severe burns to skin and eyes; [HSDB] Reacts with water producing hydrogen chloride gas; A mucous membrane irritant; Can cause severe burns to skin and eyes; [CAMEO] Reacts violently with water; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
TIH
Yes
Dangerous When Wet
Yes
Vapor Pressure
3.45 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LCLo (rat) = 2,000 ppm/4h
Explanatory Notes
Not TIH in land-based spills, but TiH substance released when spilled in water; [ERG 2016] VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
high ambient temp required
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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