Description

Ethylene Trithiocarbonate is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound with the CAS registry number 822-38-8. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate and reagent in the synthesis of specialized polymers, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. It is particularly valued by research and development laboratories, agrochemical manufacturers, and polymer chemists for its unique trithiocarbonate functional group, which imparts specific reactivity and properties in downstream products.

Application

• Polymer Science: Acts as a chain transfer agent (CTA) in reversible addition-fragmentation chain-transfer (RAFT) polymerization for producing polymers with controlled molecular weight and architecture.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the manufacture of certain fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a reagent for introducing the trithiocarbonate moiety into target molecules for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in the vulcanization and crosslinking processes of specific rubber and elastomer formulations.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying novel reaction pathways and developing new materials.
• Ligand Precursor: Can be used in the preparation of metal complexes and catalysts in coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylene Trithiocarbonate
CAS No.	822-38-8
Molecular Formula	C3H4S3
Molecular Weight	136.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dithiolane-2-thione; 2-Thioxo-1,3-dithiolane; Ethylene Trithiocarbonate; 1,3-Dithiolan-2-thione; Trithiocarbonic acid, cyclic ethylene ester; NSC 8648; Ethylene ester of trithiocarbonic acid
EINECS	212-500-8

Quality Control

Our Ethylene Trithiocarbonate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by FT-IR, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	31 - 34 °C
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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