Description

Diethyldiselenide is an organoselenium compound with the molecular formula C4H10Se2. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical reagent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science, primarily due to its role as a selenium source and its ability to participate in selenation reactions. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise selenium incorporation for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing selenium-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel fungicides and pesticides where selenium moieties enhance biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a selenium source for the synthesis of metal selenide nanoparticles and semiconductor thin films.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in selenation reactions, including the synthesis of diselenides, selenoethers, and other organoselenium compounds.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a ligand or precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Potential use as a precursor for depositing selenium-containing layers in electronic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyldiselenide
CAS No.	628-39-7
Molecular Formula	C4H10Se2
Molecular Weight	218.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl diselenide; 1,2-Diethyl diselane; Ethyl diselenide; Diselenium diethyl; Bis(ethyl) diselenide; Diethyl diselane; 3,4-Diselenapentane; EINECS 211-037-5
EINECS	211-037-5

Quality Control

Our Diethyldiselenide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to quality assurance supports your research and production needs with reliable, specification-grade material.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be kept sealed when not in use. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, yellow to orange liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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