Odor - Sharp, acrid. Uses - Catalyst, solvent, silylating agent, manufacture of silicone fluids. Avoid sources of extreme heat or ignition including sparks or fire. Other Names - Chlorotrimethylsilane, trimethylsilyl chloride. In the presence of water, trimethylchlorosilane liberates hydrochloric acid, which is extremely corrosive.
Caution is advised.
Signs and symptoms of acute trimethylchlorosilane exposure may include increased salivation, intense thirst, difficulty swallowing, chills, pain, and shock. Oral, esophageal, and stomach burns are common. Vomitus generally has a coffee-ground appearance. The potential for circulatory collapse is high following ingestion of trimethylchlorosilane. Sneezing, bleeding of the nose and gums, and ulceration of the nasal and oral mucosa may also occur.