Dimethyl Disulfide

Description

Dimethyl Disulfide is identified by CAS 624-92-0, molecular formula C2H6S2 and molecular weight 93.99 g/mol. UNII 3P8D642K5E; ChEBI 4608; InChIKey WQOXQRCZOLPYPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 229.5 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 109.72 °C; Boiling Point: 109.00 to 110.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Dimethyl disulfide appears as a colorless oily liquid with a garlic-like odor. Denser than water and slightly soluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. May irritate skin and eyes. Used to make other chemicals.
• Liquid
• Colorless, oily liquid with a garlic-like odor; [CAMEO] Strong, nauseating odor; [CHEMINFO] Clear light yellow liquid with a stench; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
• LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• colourless to pale yellow liquid with onion-like odour
• A colorless oily liquid with a disagreeable odor.

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry]
• Sewer and Wastewater Treatment [Category: Industry]
• Farming (Feed Additives) [Category: Industry]
• As a sulfiding agent added to the initial feed of a hydrotreater when the hydrotreating catalyst is present in the form of oxides.
• Non-confidential information in the IUR indicated that the industrial processing and uses for the chemical include all other chemical product and preparation manufacturing as intermediates; petroleum refineries as solvents (for cleaning or degreasing); natural gas distribution, oil and gas extraction, petrochemical manufacturing, and petroleum refineries as "other." Non-confidential commercial and consumer uses of this chemical include "other."
• For more Uses (Complete) data for Dimethyl Disulfide (6 total), please visit the HSDB record page.

Synonyms

Dimethyl disulfide; 624-92-0; METHYL DISULFIDE; (Methyldisulfanyl)methane; Dimethyldisulfide; DMDS; Dimethyl disulphide; 2,3-Dithiabutane; Disulfide, dimethyl; Methyldisulfide; Methyldithiomethane; (Methyldithio)methane; Sulfa-hitech; FEMA No. 3536; DTXSID4025117; AI3-25305

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Dimethyl Disulfide?

CAS 624-92-0; molecular formula C2H6S2; molecular weight 93.99 g/mol.

What other names is Dimethyl Disulfide known by?

Dimethyl disulfide, 624-92-0, METHYL DISULFIDE, (Methyldisulfanyl)methane, Dimethyldisulfide, DMDS.

What is the regulatory status of Dimethyl Disulfide?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Dimethyl Disulfide classified as hazardous?

0.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1 of 1592).

What are the key physical properties of Dimethyl Disulfide?

Boiling Point: 229.5 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 109.72 °C; Boiling Point: 109.00 to 110.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 110 °C.

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