Description

Benzene, 1,4-Bis(Phenylthio)- is a high-purity organic sulfur compound, also known as 1,4-Diphenylthiobenzene, with the CAS registry number 3459-94-7. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its ability to modify polymer properties and act as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and material science industries for applications requiring sulfur-based functionality.

Application

• Polymer Additive & Modifier: Used as a stabilizer, cross-linking agent, or property modifier in specialty plastics and elastomers to enhance thermal or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex sulfur-containing compounds for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Acts as an extreme pressure (EP) additive or anti-wear agent in high-performance industrial lubricants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for developing novel organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, or liquid crystals.
• Vulcanization Accelerator Precursor: Used in the rubber industry in the production of compounds that accelerate the vulcanization process.
• Photochemical Applications: Investigated for use in photoinitiator systems or as a component in light-sensitive formulations due to its structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1,4-Bis(Phenylthio)-
CAS No.	3459-94-7
Molecular Formula	C18H14S2
Molecular Weight	294.43 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(phenylthio)benzene; 1,4-Diphenylthiobenzene; p-Bis(phenylthio)benzene; 4-(Phenylthio)phenyl phenyl sulfide; NSC 403107; Benzene, p-bis(phenylthio)-; Thiobenzene, p-phenylenebis-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1,4-Bis(Phenylthio)- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatography, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is 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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.