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4,4-bis(Dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone
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4,4-bis(Dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone is a sulfur-containing organic compound used in organic synthesis and as a reagent in pharmaceutical research. It appears as a yellow crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 284.42 g/mol and a molecular formula of C17H20N2S. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be handled with care due to its warning signal word. CAS number: 1226-46-6. Molekula supplies 4,4-bis(Dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — £51.40 per pack ex VAT · £61.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Deep red solid |
| Melting Point | 202 - 206 °C |
| Purity (HPLC) | 97% - 100% |
| On the gold sensitivity | Conforms |
| Chloroform dissolve test | Conforms |
| Purity (Titration with HCLO4) | 97.5 - 102.5 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89968072 |
| CAS Number | 1226-46-6 |
| IUPAC Name | bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methanethione |
| EC Number | 214-962-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C17H20N2OS2 |
| Molecular Weight | 284.42 |
| Exact Mass | 284.1347 |
| SMILES | CN(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=S)C2=CC=C(C=C2)N(C)C |
| InChIKey | KFUJUTFTRXYQMG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H20N2S/c1-18(2)15-9-5-13(6-10-15)17(20)14-7-11-16(12-8-14)19(3)4/h5-12H,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 71045 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2906296000 |
| Tariff Code | 2906290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Benzophenone, 4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)thio-
- Bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methanethione
- Maybridge3_002856
- Methanethione, bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]-
- Michler's thioketone
- Michler's thione
- N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-4,4'-diaminothiobenzophenone
- Oprea1_168625
- p,p'-Bis(dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone
- Thio-michler's ketone
Frequently asked questions
What is 4,4-bis(Dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone used for?
It is primarily used as a photochemical intermediate and in the synthesis of organic dyes and functional materials.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C17H20N2S with a molecular weight of 284.42 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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