Description

Sodium 2-Ethylhexyldithiocarbamate is a specialized organosulfur compound widely used as a high-performance chemical intermediate and additive. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a versatile ligand and stabilizer, offering excellent chelating properties for various metal ions. This product is essential for manufacturers in the rubber vulcanization, agrochemical, and polymer stabilization industries, where it serves as a critical component in accelerator systems and metal deactivators.

Application

• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator: A key component in the production of synthetic rubber, significantly speeding up the vulcanization process to improve efficiency.
• Agricultural Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of certain fungicides and pesticides, where its metal-chelating ability enhances product efficacy.
• Polymer Stabilizer: Functions as a metal deactivator and antioxidant in plastics and synthetic fibers to prevent degradation caused by trace metal contaminants.
• Mining & Metallurgy: Employed as a flotation agent and collector in the beneficiation of sulfide ores, such as copper and lead.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Acts as an anti-wear agent and metal passivator in industrial lubricants and fuel systems.
• Water Treatment: Serves as a precipitating agent for the removal of heavy metals from industrial wastewater streams.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Ethylhexyldithiocarbamate
CAS No.	7495-76-3
Molecular Formula	C9H18NNaS2
Molecular Weight	227.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Ethylhexyl Dithiocarbamate; 2-Ethylhexyl Sodium Dithiocarbamate; Sodium N-(2-Ethylhexyl)dithiocarbamate; Dithiocarbamic Acid, N-(2-Ethylhexyl)-, Sodium Salt; SEDTC; 2-Ethylhexyldithiocarbamic Acid Sodium Salt; Accelerator SEDTC; Heptyl Dithiocarbamate Sodium Salt (related)
EINECS	231-340-8

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Ethylhexyldithiocarbamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications for industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize exposure to air. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5 %
Solubility (in water)	Clear, colorless solution

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