Description

Potassium (Methoxycarbonothioyl)Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur potassium salt with significant utility in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a versatile reagent, particularly in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and as a precursor in the preparation of other sulfur-containing chemicals. Industries that require this product include pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical research and development, and advanced material science laboratories.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used as a key building block in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing thioamide or thiourea functionalities.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage its sulfur-based reactivity.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: A valuable reagent for the construction of sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are core structures in many bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized ligands or as a source of sulfur in the preparation of advanced inorganic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium (Methoxycarbonothioyl)Sulfide
CAS No.	34520-64-4
Molecular Formula	C2H3KOS2
Molecular Weight	146.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium O-Methyl Carbonodithioate; Potassium Methoxycarbonodithioate; Potassium Methyl Xanthate; Methyl Potassium Xanthate; Potassium Methyl Dithiocarbonate; Carbonodithioic Acid, O-Methyl Ester, Potassium Salt; (Methylthioxomethyl)sulfanyl Potassium
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Quality Control

Our Potassium (Methoxycarbonothioyl)Sulfide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is assured through a comprehensive analytical protocol, which may include techniques such as titration, HPLC, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant impurities is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can compromise product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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