Description

2-(Ethylthio)-4,6-Bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine is a specialized halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a highly effective photoinitiator and cross-linking agent. Its core value lies in its ability to generate reactive species upon exposure to UV light, initiating rapid polymerization and curing processes. This makes it a critical component for manufacturers in the printing inks, coatings, adhesives, and photoresist industries who require fast, efficient, and high-performance curing solutions.

Application

• UV-Curable Inks and Coatings: Acts as a key photoinitiator for rapid curing in industrial printing, packaging, and wood coatings.
• Photopolymerization: Used in the production of photoresists for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and microelectronics.
• Adhesive Formulations: Facilitates instant curing in UV-activated adhesives and sealants.
• Optical Fiber Coatings: Employed in the UV-curable protective coatings for optical fibers.
• Dental Composites: Functions as a curing agent in light-cured dental restorative materials.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a cross-linking agent or reactive intermediate in advanced polymer chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Ethylthio)-4,6-Bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine
CAS No.	5516-46-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl6N3S
Molecular Weight	398.92 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylthio-4,6-bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine; Ethyl 2-(4,6-Bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazin-2-ylthio)acetate (related ester); Photoinitiator 2E; Triazine-based photoinitiator; 2-(Ethylmercapto)-4,6-bis(trichloromethyl)-s-triazine; UV Photoinitiator 5516-46-1; s-Triazine, 2-(ethylthio)-4,6-bis(trichloromethyl)-
EINECS	226-858-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(Ethylthio)-4,6-Bis(trichloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a photoinitiator. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
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.