Description

Diethyldithiocarbamic Acid Methanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique dithiocarbamate functional group, which is critical for applications requiring metal chelation, vulcanization acceleration, and as a precursor for other fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, rubber processing, and analytical chemistry sectors seeking high-purity intermediates for complex reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring dithiocarbamate moieties for biological activity or as prodrug components.
• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator Precursor: Acts as a key building block for producing ultra-accelerators used in the manufacture of tires, seals, and industrial rubber goods.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in creating fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides where the dithiocarbamate group provides effective pesticidal properties.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Functions as a chelating agent for the extraction, preconcentration, and spectrophotometric determination of various metal ions (e.g., copper, nickel).
• Polymer Additive: Utilized as a stabilizer or chain-transfer agent in specific polymerization processes to modify polymer properties.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex sulfur-containing molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyldithiocarbamic Acid Methanethiol
CAS No.	22158-12-9
Molecular Formula	C6H13NS2
Molecular Weight	163.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Methanethiol, diethyldithiocarbamate; Diethylcarbamodithioic acid methanethiol; Diethyldithiocarbamic acid methyl mercaptan; Methyl diethyldithiocarbamate; (Diethylcarbamothioylthio)methanethiol; DEDTC methanethiol; Carbamodithioic acid, diethyl-, methanethiol ester
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Quality Control

Our Diethyldithiocarbamic Acid Methanethiol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for industrial and research use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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