Dimethyl Disulfide
Synonyms: 2,3-Dithiabutane; Dimethyl disulphide; (methyldithio)methane; DMDS; (Methyldisulfanyl)methane; Disulfuro de dimetilo (Spanish); Disulfure de diméthyle (French)
Chemical formula: (CH3S)2 Molecular Weight: 94.19 CAS No.: 624-92-0
Melting Point: -84.72°C
Boiling Point: 109°C
Vapour Pressure (25°C): 28.6 mmHg
Specific Gravity (20°C): 1.062 g/cm3
Sulfur content: 68%
Flash Point: 16°C
Explosion Limits: Lower: 1.1% (volume in air) Upper: 16.1% (volume in air)
Specification
| Appearance / Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless or light yellow liquid |
| Purity | 99.6% min |
| Methyl Mercaptan | 0.1% max |
| Water content | 0.06% max |
Usage:
In oil refining industry, widely used as activator in preliminary vulcanization procedure of catalyzers in certain products' (including naphtha, gasoline, kerosene, diesel soil) hydrodesulfurization, hydrocracking process; anti-coking agents for steam crackers and hydrofining units; intermediate of pesticide; organic synthesis; as solvent, softening agent and plasticizer in rubber industry; additive in fuel and lubricant; metallurgy for its anti-corrosion properties.
Packing, Storage, Delivery:
Hazard Class: 3 UN No.: 2381 Packing Group: II
200kg/steel drum, or IBC or Isotank.
