Description

2,4-Xylyl 3,4-Xylyl Disulphide is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS number 65087-05-0. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate and performance additive in advanced material synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its disulfide bridge and xylyl substituents. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical sectors for developing products with enhanced thermal stability and tailored molecular architectures.

Application

• As a key cross-linking agent and chain transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and high-performance elastomers.
• As a precursor or intermediate in pharmaceutical research and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• As an additive in advanced lubricant formulations to modify viscosity and improve extreme-pressure properties.
• In material science for the surface functionalization of nanoparticles and other substrates.
• As a building block in agrochemical research for developing novel active ingredients.
• For research and development in rubber vulcanization chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Xylyl 3,4-Xylyl Disulphide
CAS No.	65087-05-0
Molecular Formula	C16H18S2
Molecular Weight	274.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl) Disulfide (3,4-isomer mixture); 2,4-Dimethylphenyl 3,4-dimethylphenyl disulfide; Mixed Xylyl Disulfide; Disulfide, bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 1,2-Bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl)disulfane (mixed with 3,4-isomer); Aromatic disulfide derivative; Technical Grade Xylyl Disulfide
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Xylyl 3,4-Xylyl Disulphide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production 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 material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Report and control available
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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