Description

Dithiocarbonic Acid o-Methyl S-Sodium Salt is a versatile organosulfur compound widely used as a key intermediate and reagent in organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to act as a source of the dithiocarbonate anion, facilitating various chemical transformations. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale production processes in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfur-based functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain transfer agent or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and rubbers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions and for the introduction of dithiocarbonate moieties into target molecules.
• Chemical Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Complexing Agent: Can be utilized in metal ion chelation and extraction processes in analytical or purification applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dithiocarbonic Acid o-Methyl S-Sodium Salt
CAS No.	6370-03-2
Molecular Formula	C2H3NaOS2
Molecular Weight	130.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium O-Methyl Dithiocarbonate; Sodium Methoxydithioformate; Methyl Xanthic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Methyl Xanthate; O-Methyl Dithiocarbonate Sodium Salt; Methoxycarbonodithioic Acid Sodium Salt; Xanthic Acid, Methyl-, Sodium Salt
EINECS	228-904-7

Quality Control

Our Dithiocarbonic Acid o-Methyl S-Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for your critical processes.

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 after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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