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5,6-Dithiadecane
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5,6-Dithiadecane is a sulfur-containing organic compound used in chemical synthesis and research, particularly in the study of thioether chemistry and as a building block in materials science. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. CAS: 629-45-8, Molecular Formula: C8H18S2, Molecular Weight: 178.36 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies 5,6-Dithiadecane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £40.30 per pack ex VAT · £48.36 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow Liquid |
| Water | ≤0.1% |
| Assay | ≥98.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 93 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 229 to 233 °C at 760 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 12386 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89994676 |
| CAS Number | 629-45-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(butyldisulfanyl)butane |
| EC Number | 211-091-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)3SS(CH2)3CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 178.36 |
| Exact Mass | 178.085 |
| SMILES | CCCCSSCCCC |
| InChIKey | CUDSBWGCGSUXDB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H18S2/c1-3-5-7-9-10-8-6-4-2/h3-8H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 12386 |
| UN Number | UN3334 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29309092 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909899 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(butyldisulanyl)butane
- 1-(Butyldisulfanyl)butane
- 1,2-dibutyldisulfane
- Butyl disulfide
- Di-n-butyl disulfide
- DIBUTYL DISULFIDE
- Dibutyl disulphide
- Disulfide, dibutyl
- FEMA NO. 4577, DIBUTYL-
- n-Butyl disulfide
Frequently asked questions
What is 5,6-Dithiadecane used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of sulfur-containing compounds and as a building block in materials science.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 5,6-Dithiadecane?
The formula is CH3(CH2)3SS(CH2)3CH3 with a molecular weight of 178.36 g/mol.
How should 5,6-Dithiadecane be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available for 5,6-Dithiadecane?
Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 5,6-Dithiadecane in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 5,6-Dithiadecane?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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