Description

Ammonium Phenyldithiocarbamate is an organosulfur compound widely used as a versatile analytical reagent and chelating agent. Its primary value lies in its ability to form stable complexes with various metal ions, making it indispensable for precise quantitative analysis and separation processes. This chemical is essential for industries and laboratories requiring high-purity reagents for trace metal determination, environmental monitoring, and quality control protocols.

Application

• Spectrophotometric Reagent: Used for the sensitive and selective colorimetric determination of trace metals like copper, nickel, cobalt, and palladium in various matrices.
• Chelating Agent in Analytical Chemistry: Employed for the separation, preconcentration, and extraction of metal ions prior to analysis by techniques such as AAS, ICP-OES, or ICP-MS.
• Water and Environmental Analysis: Critical for testing industrial wastewater, drinking water, and soil samples for heavy metal contamination to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Testing: Utilized in the analysis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and raw materials to detect and quantify metallic catalyst residues.
• Geochemical & Metallurgical Assaying: Applied in the analysis of ores, alloys, and geological samples for metal content.
• Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reagent in synthetic organic chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Phenyldithiocarbamate
CAS No.	1074-52-8
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2S2
Molecular Weight	186.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium N-Phenyldithiocarbamate; APDC; Phenylcarbamodithioic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium Phenyl Dithiocarbamate; N-Phenyldithiocarbamic Acid Ammonium Salt; 1-Phenylcarbamodithioic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium (Phenylcarbamothioylthio)acetate (common misnomer); Phenyl Dithiocarbamate Ammonium Salt
EINECS	214-048-8

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Phenyldithiocarbamate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for analytical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	162 - 168 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water, methanol, DMF

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