Description

Sulfur Tetrachloride is a key inorganic sulfur-chlorine compound with significant utility in specialized chemical synthesis. Its high reactivity as a chlorinating and sulfur-transfer agent makes it a critical intermediate for producing fine chemicals and advanced materials. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer sectors seeking precise molecular modifications.

Application

• Chlorination Agent: Used as a powerful chlorinating reagent in organic synthesis to introduce chlorine atoms into target molecules.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of other sulfur-containing compounds, such as sulfur-nitrogen clusters and thionyl chloride derivatives.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the surface treatment and modification of polymers to alter their chemical resistance or adhesion properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: A valuable reagent in research and development for exploring novel synthetic pathways in inorganic and organometallic chemistry.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in the formulation of specialized electrolytes for high-energy battery systems.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation and activation of certain catalysts, particularly those involving transition metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sulfur Tetrachloride
CAS No.	13451-08-6
Molecular Formula	SCl4
Molecular Weight	173.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrachlorosulfurane; Sulfur(IV) chloride; Perchlorosulfane; Tetrachloridosulfur; Sulfur chloride (SCl4); UN 1828
EINECS	236-615-4

Quality Control

Our Sulfur Tetrachloride is manufactured under stringent process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including titration, gas chromatography (GC), and spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, organic compounds, and easily oxidizable substances. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile compound, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent decomposition and moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to reddish liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (SCl4)	≥ 98.0 %
Chlorine Content	≥ 81.5 %
Impurities (by GC)	≤ 2.0 % total
Density (at 20°C)	~1.62 g/cm³

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