Description

Dipotassium Trithiocarbonate is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula K2CS3. This versatile sulfur-containing compound serves as a key intermediate and reagent in various chemical synthesis and industrial processes. It is particularly valued in the production of specialty chemicals, as a flotation agent in mineral processing, and in agricultural applications. Global industrial buyers rely on this product for its consistent reactivity and role in facilitating complex chemical transformations.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the production of other sulfur-containing compounds, dithiocarbamates, and thiocarbonyl derivatives.
• Mineral Processing: Acts as a flotation agent or collector in the beneficiation of sulfide ores.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Serves as a precursor or building block in the synthesis of certain fungicides and pesticides.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reagent for the precipitation and detection of heavy metal ions.
• Rubber & Polymer Industry: Functions as a vulcanization accelerator or modifier in rubber compounding.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in specific formulations within the photographic industry.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in inorganic and organosulfur chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Dipotassium Trithiocarbonate
CAS No.	584-10-1
Molecular Formula	K2CS3
Molecular Weight	186.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Trithiocarbonate; Carbonotrithioic Acid, Dipotassium Salt; Potassium Carbonotrithioate; Dipotassium Carbonotrithioate; K2CS3; Trithiocarbonic Acid, Dipotassium Salt
EINECS	209-523-4

Quality Control

Our Dipotassium Trithiocarbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, moisture content, and heavy metal limits is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Dipotassium Trithiocarbonate)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Sulfide Content	≤ 1.0 %

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