6544-02-1

Basic information

• Product Name: SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE
• Synonyms: Silane,tetraisothiocyanato-;tetraisothiocyanato-silan;tetraisothiocyanatosilane;SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE
• CAS NO: 6544-02-1
• Molecular Formula: C₄N₄S₄Si
• Molecular Weight: 260.42
• EINECS: 229-460-2
• Product Categories: Si (Classes of Silicon Compounds);Silicon Compounds (for Synthesis);Si-N Compounds;Synthetic Organic Chemistry;Trimethylsilylazide, etc.
• Mol File: 6544-02-1.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 268.5°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 116.2°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.37g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.0127mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.679
• CAS DataBase Reference: SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE(6544-02-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE(6544-02-1)

Safety Data

• RIDADR: 1759
• HazardClass: 8
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 6544-02-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Silicon tetraisothiocyanate, with the molecular formula Si(NCS)4, is a colorless liquid chemical compound that exhibits high reactivity. It may release toxic fumes when exposed to air, necessitating careful handling and the implementation of appropriate safety measures.

Uses

Used in Chemical Synthesis Industry:
Silicon tetraisothiocyanate is utilized as a reagent in organic synthesis for various chemical reactions, contributing to the formation of different organic compounds.
Used in Organo-Silicon Compounds Production:
It serves as a key component in the production of organo-silicon compounds, which have a wide range of applications in industries such as construction, automotive, and personal care.
Used as a Crosslinking Agent in Polymer Synthesis:
In the polymer industry, silicon tetraisothiocyanate is employed as a crosslinking agent in the synthesis of silicone polymers, enhancing their properties and performance in various applications.
Used in Semiconductor Material Manufacturing:
SILICON TETRAISOTHIOCYANATE also finds use in the manufacturing of semiconductor materials, playing a crucial role in the development of electronic devices and components.
Due to the hazardous nature of silicon tetraisothiocyanate, it is imperative to follow proper safety guidelines and precautions when handling and using this chemical in any of the aforementioned applications.

InChI:InChI=1/C4N4S4Si/c9-1-5-13(6-2-10,7-3-11)8-4-12

Upstream product

• 1147550-11-5 ammonium thiocyanate 
• 10026-04-7 tetrachlorosilane 
• 18156-99-5 silicon trichloro thiocyanate 
• 18157-00-1 silicon trichloro isothiocyanate 
• 1701-93-5 silver thiocyanate 

Downstream Products

• 103-85-5 monophenylthiourea 
• 1207475-93-1 C₃₀H₂₄N₄O₂S₄Si 
• 3410-77-3 tetraisocyanatosilane 
• 53400-67-2 3-methyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoline-8-thiocarboxamide 
• 51571-89-2 benzylammonium thiocyanate 
• 4104-75-0 1-methyl-1-phenylthiourea 
• 3020-73-3 t-butylammonium thiocyanate 
• 6972-05-0 1,1-dimethyl-2-thiourea 
• 94516-65-1 6-methyl-1-cyclohexenyl isothiocyanate 
• 94516-64-0 2-methyl-1-cyclohexenyl isothiocyanate 
• 71055-61-3 1-cyclohexenyl isothiocyanate 
• 62987-20-6 3'-benzyloxymethyl-1'-thioxo-2',3',6',7'-tetrahydro-1'H-spiro[[1,3]dioxane-2,5'-pyrrolo[1,2-c]pyrimidine]-4'-carboxylic acid methyl ester 
• 6396-76-5 1-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)thiourea 

Relevant articles and documents

Hexacoordinate silicon(IV) complexes containing thiocyanato-N ligands - Syntheses, structural characterization, and computational studies

The hexacoordinate silicon(IV) complexes [NEt4] 2-[Si(NCS)6] (2), [K(18-crown-6)]2[Si(NCS) 6]·2CH3CN (3·2CH3CN), and cis-[(acac)2Si(NCS)2] (cis-4; acac = ac