Description

Dimethyl Sulfide is a highly volatile organosulfur compound with a characteristic, potent odor. It serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent in the synthesis of a wide range of industrial and fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and flavor & fragrance industries, where its unique chemical properties are leveraged for efficient production processes.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of methionine, pesticides, and other organosulfur compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a flavoring agent and as a precursor for creating savory, meaty, and vegetable-like notes in food products and perfumes.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Solvent Applications: Acts as a powerful solvent for various organic materials and in specific extraction processes.
• Petrochemical Industry: Utilized as an odorant for natural gas and as a sulfiding agent in catalytic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Sulfide
CAS No.	75-18-3
Molecular Formula	C2H6S
Molecular Weight	62.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Sulfide; DMS; 2-Thiapropane; (Methylsulfanyl)methane; Dimethyl Monosulfide; Dimethyl Thioether; Methanethiomethane; Methylthiomethane
EINECS	200-846-2

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Sulfide is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards and relevant industrial specifications to meet the demanding requirements of our global B2B clientele.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, ignition points, and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.845 - 0.855
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435

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