Description

Sodium o-Pentyl Dithiocarbonate is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 7607-99-0. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent, valued for its unique sulfur-containing functional group which facilitates various chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by industries involved in chemical synthesis, mineral processing, and polymer production, where it acts as a flotation agent, vulcanization accelerator, or chain transfer agent.

Application

• As a collector and frothing agent in the flotation process for sulfide ores in the mining industry.
• As a vulcanization accelerator or modifier in the production of synthetic rubber and elastomers.
• As a chain transfer agent in radical polymerization processes to control polymer molecular weight.
• As a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex dithiocarbamate derivatives and agrochemicals.
• In corrosion inhibitor formulations for industrial water treatment systems.
• As a chelating agent for specific metal ions in analytical chemistry and hydrometallurgy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium o-Pentyl Dithiocarbonate
CAS No.	7607-99-0
Molecular Formula	C6H11NaOS2
Molecular Weight	186.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Amyl Xanthate; Sodium Pentyl Xanthogenate; Sodium O-Pentyl Dithiocarbonate; Amyl Xanthic Acid Sodium Salt; Potassium Amyl Xanthate (related compound); PAX; Z-5; SIPX; Mining Collector 242
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Quality Control

Our Sodium o-Pentyl Dithiocarbonate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity to prevent caking or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to yellow powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 90.0%
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
pH (10% solution)	10 - 12

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