1,3-Divinyltetramethyldisiloxane acts as a potential vinyl donor used in cross-coupling reactions. It is also involved in the copolymerization reaction with aromatic ketones.
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Applications1,3-Divinyltetramethyldisiloxane acts as a potential vinyl donor used in cross-coupling reactions. It is also involved in the copolymerization reaction with aromatic ketones.
SolubilityImmiscible with water.
NotesMoisture sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.