Description

2,2'-Thiobisethylamine is a versatile sulfur-containing diamine compound with the CAS number 871-76-1. This chemical serves as a crucial building block and intermediate in the synthesis of various high-value materials, offering unique reactivity due to its amine and thioether functional groups. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop products with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-containing heterocycles or specific amine functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used as a curing agent, cross-linking agent, or chain extender in epoxy, polyurethane, and other specialty polymer systems to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chelating agents and ligands used in catalysis, metal extraction, and analytical chemistry applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metal surface treatment and protective coatings due to its ability to interact with metal surfaces.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research and diagnostic reagent development for creating stable amine-reactive cross-linkers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-Thiobisethylamine
CAS No.	871-76-1
Molecular Formula	C4H12N2S
Molecular Weight	120.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2-aminoethyl) sulfide; 2,2'-Diaminodiethyl sulfide; 2-Aminoethyl sulfide; Thiodiglycolamine; 1,2-Ethanediamine, 1,1'-thiobis-; Aminoethyl sulfide; N,N'-Thiobis(1,2-ethanediamine); 2,2'-Thiodiethylamine
EINECS	212-807-8

Quality Control

Our 2,2'-Thiobisethylamine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results from methods such as HPLC, GC, and titration are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide, which can lead to degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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