Description

1,1'-Dithiobis(3,5,7,10,10-pentamethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamantane) is a high-purity, organosulfur compound featuring a unique, cage-like adamantane structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and building block in advanced materials science and specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of polymer chemistry, lubricant additives, and as a precursor for novel ligands in catalysis.

Application

• Polymer Additives: Acts as a sulfur-containing cross-linking agent or stabilizer in high-performance elastomers and polymers.
• Lubricant Industry: Serves as a precursor for extreme pressure (EP) and anti-wear additives in synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Catalysis Research: Used to synthesize novel chelating ligands for transition metal catalysts in organic synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed as a building block for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or functionalized surfaces with specific adsorption properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Functions as a specialized intermediate in the research and development of sulfur-containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and method development for sulfur compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Dithiobis(3,5,7,10,10-pentamethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamantane)
CAS No.	17525-43-8
Molecular Formula	C22H32S6
Molecular Weight	504.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(3,5,7,10,10-pentamethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamant-1-yl) disulfide; 1,1'-Disulfanediyldi(3,5,7,10,10-pentamethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamantane); Pentamethyltetrathiaadamantane disulfide dimer; Thiaadamantane disulfide derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,1'-Dithiobis(3,5,7,10,10-pentamethyl-2,4,6,8-tetrathiaadamantane) adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch testing to ensure consistent purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, identity (IR/NMR), and impurity profile are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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