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Dixanthogen

Also known as Bisethylxanthogen, Diethyl dithiobis(thionoformate), Bis(ethylxanthogen)

Dixanthogen chemical structure, C6H10O2S4, CAS 502-55-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
502-55-6
Formula
C6H10O2S4
Molar mass
242.41 g/mol
EC number
207-944-4
HS code
293090
Category
Mining and flotation reagents

What is Dixanthogen?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dixanthogen is a thiocarbonyl compound.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
O-ethyl (ethoxycarbothioyldisulfanyl)methanethioate
CAS number
502-55-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
207-944-4
Molecular formula
C6H10O2S4
UNII
RN4CQ46FDM
MDL number
MFCD00022144
InChIKey
FVIGODVHAVLZOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H10O2S4/c1-3-7-5(9)11-12-6(10)8-4-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=S)SSC(=S)OCC

Synonyms

  • Bisethylxanthogen
  • Diethyl dithiobis(thionoformate)
  • Bis(ethylxanthogen)
  • Dixanthogene
  • Dixantogeno
  • Dixanthogenum
  • Diethyldixanthogen
  • O,O-Diethyl dithiobis(thioformate)
  • Diexanthogen
  • Ethyl xanthogen disulfide
  • O,O-Diethyl dithiobis[thioformate]
  • Bis[ethylxanthogen]
  • O,O-diethyl dithiobisthioformate
  • ethoxy((ethoxymethanethioyl)disulfanyl)methanethione
  • Auligen
  • Aulinogen
  • Scabicidol
  • Bexide
  • Herbisan
  • Lenisarin
  • Xantoscabin
  • Galasan
  • Dixan
  • K Preparation
  • Diethyl dixanthogen
Show all 38 synonyms
  • Silfasan
  • Preparation K
  • Diethylxanthogen disulfide
  • Diethyl xanthogenate
  • Skabilan
  • Diethyl dixanthogenate
  • Xanthogen, bis(ethyl-
  • Diethylxanthic disulfide
  • EXD
  • Bis(ethylxanthic)disulfide
  • Bisethylxanthogen disulfide
  • Ethylxanthogen disulfide
  • Diethyldithiobis thionoformate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
242.41 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
241.9564 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.01calc.
Topological polar surface area
18.46 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • antiinfective agent
  • antiparasitic agent
  • pharmaceutical

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 006-049-00-4

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Dixanthogen is traded under.

HS 2930.90Indicative HS code

Organo-sulphur compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$5.83B
+0.1% vs 2023, imports $5.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.7%
  2. United States10.9%
  3. Japan9.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. Brazil12.6%
  3. China6.6%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Dixanthogen is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Dixanthogen, based on the data on this page

What is Dixanthogen?

Dixanthogen is a thiocarbonyl compound.

What is the CAS number of Dixanthogen?

The CAS registry number of Dixanthogen is 502-55-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dixanthogen?

The molecular formula of Dixanthogen is C6H10O2S4 and its molar mass is 242.41 g/mol.

What is Dixanthogen used for?

Known uses and roles of Dixanthogen include antiinfective agent, antiparasitic agent and pharmaceutical.

Is Dixanthogen hazardous?

Dixanthogen carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dixanthogen?

Dixanthogen is usually classified under HS code 293090 (Organo-sulphur compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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