Description

Butyl Octyl Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 16900-07-5. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and additive, valued for its unique sulfur-containing functional group which imparts specific chemical reactivity and physical properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the lubricant, polymer, and specialty chemical synthesis industries for applications requiring sulfur-based modifiers, stabilizers, or precursors.

Application

• Lubricant and Grease Additive: Acts as an extreme pressure (EP) agent and anti-wear additive in industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a cross-linking agent or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and elastomers to alter properties like flexibility and thermal stability.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Functions as a component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: May be utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling mud and production chemical formulations as a stabilizer or surfactant.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Octyl Sulfide
CAS No.	16900-07-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₆S
Molecular Weight	202.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Butylthio)octane; Octyl butyl sulfide; Butyl octyl thioether; Sulfide, butyl octyl; n-Octyl n-butyl sulfide; NSC 66416; Thiobutyl octyl ether
EINECS	240-975-5

Quality Control

Our Butyl Octyl Sulfide is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications and is free from unintended contaminants. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test 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, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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