Description

Copper(II) Dimethyldithiocarbamate is a coordination compound of copper and the dimethyldithiocarbamate ligand. This product is valued for its role as a highly effective fungicide and vulcanization accelerator in industrial processes. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the rubber, agricultural chemical, and specialty polymer industries for its biocidal and cross-linking properties.

Application

• Rubber Industry: Acts as a primary or secondary ultra-accelerator for the vulcanization of natural and synthetic rubbers, improving cure rates and physical properties.
• Agricultural Fungicide: Serves as a key active ingredient in fungicidal formulations to protect crops from a broad spectrum of fungal diseases.
• Wood Preservative: Used in formulations to protect timber from fungal decay and mold growth.
• Paints & Coatings: Incorporated as a biocide in anti-fouling paints and protective coatings to prevent microbial growth.
• Polymer Stabilizer: Functions as a stabilizer in certain polymer systems to prevent degradation.
• Industrial Biocide: Applied in cooling water systems, pulp and paper processing, and other industrial water treatments to control microbial contamination.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Dimethyldithiocarbamate
CAS No.	137-29-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12CuN2S4
Molecular Weight	303.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper dimethyldithiocarbamate; CDDC; CuDDC; Bis(dimethyldithiocarbamato)copper; Copper bis(N,N-dimethyldithiocarbamate); Cupric dimethyldithiocarbamate; KOCIDE® (related trade product); Fungicide and Rubber Accelerator
EINECS	205-285-8

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Dimethyldithiocarbamate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, metal content, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cu content)	Min. 20.5%
Assay (by Titration)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 1.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Max. 0.5%
Particle Size (Typical, 100 mesh)	Min. 95% pass

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.