Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Name: Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-028760

Reference StandardAvailable on request

Order Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (CAS 540-97-6) online at Zemixal: C12H36O6Si6, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping.

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Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane chemical structure

CAS number540-97-6

FormulaC₁₂H₃₆O₆Si₆

Molar mass444.92 g/mol

Physical formSolid

HS code38229090

InChIKeyIUMSDRXLFWAGNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11-hexaoxa-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexasilacyclododecane

About Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane is supplied by Zemixal as a characterised reference material for Cyclomethicone analysis. For your records (Reference Standard), the material is defined by CAS 540-97-6, formula C12H36O6Si6 and molar mass 444.92 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Where it is used

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

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Typical uses

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
Product name	Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
Catalogue number	ZX-028760
CAS number	540-97-6
IUPAC name	2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11-hexaoxa-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexasilacyclododecane
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₃₆O₆Si₆
Molar mass	444.92 g/mol
Exact mass	444.1127
Grade	Reference Standard
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 6
Topological polar surface area	55.4 Å²
HS code	38229090
InChIKey	IUMSDRXLFWAGNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C[Si]1(O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O[Si](O1)(C)C)(C)C)(C)C)(C)C)(C)C)C
PubChem CID	10911
Synonyms	Cyclomethicone 6, Cyclohexasiloxane, dodecamethyl-, Cyclohexasiloxane, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane, Dodecamethylhexacyclosiloxane, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane #, cyclohexasiloxane, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl, Cyclohexasiloxane, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl-, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane, AldrichCPR, 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11-hexaoxa-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexa

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements P273, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

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Questions about Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Which CAS number identifies Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane?

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane is registered under CAS 540-97-6. You may also see it listed as Cyclomethicone 6, Cyclohexasiloxane, dodecamethyl-, Cyclohexasiloxane. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-028760.

What are the formula and molar mass of Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane?

For Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane, its formula is C12H36O6Si6 and its molar mass is 444.92 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2,2,4,4,6,6,8,8,10,10,12,12-dodecamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11-hexaoxa-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexasilacyclododecane. InChIKey IUMSDRXLFWAGNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane used in pharmaceutical QC?

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane is a characterised reference material linked to Cyclomethicone. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane?

This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane to my country?

Yes. Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane ships worldwide by express courier, air cargo or sea freight, quoted on the Incoterm you prefer, with full export documents.

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