Description

4,5-Ethylenedithio-1,3-Dithiole-2-Thione is a specialized organosulfur compound belonging to the dithiolethione class, recognized for its unique heterocyclic structure. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced materials chemistry and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, conductive polymers, and medicinal chemistry. The product is supplied to meet the stringent requirements of industrial R&D and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Key building block for the synthesis of tetrathiafulvalene (TTF) derivatives and charge-transfer complexes used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and conductive materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a core structure in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those exploring antioxidant and cytoprotective pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in coordination chemistry to create chelating ligands for metal complexes in catalysis and materials science.
• Nonlinear Optical Materials: A component in the development of materials with specific electronic and optical properties for advanced photonic applications.
• Chemical Research: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying heterocyclic chemistry and sulfur-containing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Ethylenedithio-1,3-Dithiole-2-Thione
CAS No.	59089-89-3
Molecular Formula	C5H4S5
Molecular Weight	224.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Ethylenedithio-1,3-dithiole-2-thione; EDT-TTF-Thione; 2-Thioxo-1,3-dithiole-4,5-dithiolate ethylene derivative; 1,3-Dithiole-2-thione, 4,5-ethylenedithio-; 4,5-Bis(ethylenedithio)-1,3-dithiole-2-thione; Ethylenedithiotetrathiafulvalene thione precursor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Ethylenedithio-1,3-Dithiole-2-Thione is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.