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Ethyl xanthate

Also known as Ethylxanthate, Ethyl xanthogenate, Ethylxanthic acid

CAS 151-01-9Formula C3H6OS2Molar mass 122.21 g/molEC 205-780-8
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Ethyl xanthate chemical structure, C3H6OS2, CAS 151-01-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Liquid
Melting point
-53 °C
Solubility
SLIGHTLY SOL IN WATER
HS code
293090
Category
Mining and flotation reagents
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What is Ethyl xanthate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl xanthate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H6OS2 and a molar mass of 122.21 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 151-01-9. The IUPAC name is ethoxymethanedithioic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethoxymethanedithioic acid
CAS number
151-01-9 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
205-780-8
Molecular formula
C3H6OS2
UNII
B7B55M6MK1
InChIKey
ZOOODBUHSVUZEM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H6OS2/c1-2-4-3(5)6/h2H2,1H3,(H,5,6)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=S)S

Synonyms

  • Ethylxanthate
  • Ethyl xanthogenate
  • Ethylxanthic acid
  • Ethoxydithioformic acid
  • Ethylxanthogenic acid
  • Xanthic acid, ethyl-
  • O-Ethyl dithiocarbamate
  • O-Ethyl dithiocarbonate
  • Xanthogenic acid, ethyl-
  • Carbonic acid, dithio-, O-ethyl ester
  • Xanthate
  • Xanthogenic acid
  • O-Ethyl hydrogen dithiocarbonate
  • ethoxymethanedithioic acid
  • Carbonodithioic acid, O-ethyl ester
  • Xanthogensaure
  • dithiocarbonic acid o-ethyl ester
  • ethyl xanthic acid
  • cobalt ethylxanthate
  • O-ethylxanthic acid
  • O-ethyldithiocarbonic acid
  • 4-03-00-00401 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • O-Ethyl hydrogen carbonodithioate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Liquidexp.
Melting point
-53 °Cexp.
Solubility
SLIGHTLY SOL IN WATERexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
122.21 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
121.986 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.24calc.
Topological polar surface area
9.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
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

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

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Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Infective Agents

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive 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 Ethyl xanthate 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 Ethyl xanthate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ethyl xanthate, based on the data on this page

What is Ethyl xanthate?

Ethyl xanthate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H6OS2 and a molar mass of 122.21 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 151-01-9. The IUPAC name is ethoxymethanedithioic acid.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl xanthate?

The CAS registry number of Ethyl xanthate is 151-01-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethyl xanthate?

The molecular formula of Ethyl xanthate is C3H6OS2 and its molar mass is 122.21 g/mol.

What is Ethyl xanthate used for?

Known uses and roles of Ethyl xanthate include anti-infective agents.

Is Ethyl xanthate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethyl xanthate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethyl xanthate?

Ethyl xanthate 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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