2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It is used in the preparation of 4-vinyl-benzoic acid ethyl ester. Further, it is used to prepare styrene derivatives by cross-coupling with aryl bromide in the presence of palladium catalyst.
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Applications2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8-tetravinylcyclotetrasiloxane is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It is used in the preparation of 4-vinyl-benzoic acid ethyl ester. Further, it is used to prepare styrene derivatives by cross-coupling with aryl bromide in the presence of palladium catalyst.
SolubilityMiscible with most organic solvents.
NotesMoisture sensitive. Incompatible with acids, bases and strong oxidizing agents.