Overview
| Product name | Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane |
| Synonyms | D5 Cyclopentasiloxane Zinca; Silicone Oil |
| CAS No. | 541-02-6 |
| Chemical Formula | C10H30O5Si5 |
| EINECS | 208-764-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 370.77 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, but miscible with organic solvents |
| Feature | good fluidity and lubricity, and is highly volatile |
| Category | Cosmetics |
Specification
| Item | Specifications |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) | ≥97.00% |
| Viscosity | 3.00-5.00 |
| Specific gravity at 25°C | 0.950~0.963 |
| Refractive index at 25°C | 1.3940-1.3980 |
Packing
190kg/drum
Use
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane has excellent moisturizing properties. It leaves no stickiness after volatilization, its main uses in cosmetics and personal care products such as shampoos, lotions, and antiperspirants.
It can also be a material in dry cleaning agent and used in products such as electronics and furniture.
