Description

Thiocarbohydrazide is a versatile sulfur and nitrogen-containing organic compound that serves as a critical building block and analytical reagent. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both hydrazine and thiocarbonyl groups, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and a powerful chelating agent. This product is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or analytical methods.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a sensitive spectrophotometric reagent for the determination of trace metals like copper, nickel, and palladium.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent and chain extender in the production of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Photography & Imaging: Utilized in certain photographic developers and as a component in non-silver halide imaging systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial systems.
• Dye & Pigment Production: Serves as a reactant in the synthesis of specific sulfur dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocarbohydrazide
CAS No.	2231-57-4
Molecular Formula	CH6N4S
Molecular Weight	106.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Thiocarbonic dihydrazide; 1,3-Diaminoguanidine; Thiocarbazide; TCH; Hydrazinecarbothiohydrazide; NSC 5047; Carbonic dihydrazide, thio-; 1,3-Diaminoguanidine hydroiodide (related salt)
EINECS	218-767-5

Quality Control

Our Thiocarbohydrazide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	170°C - 175°C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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