Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Zinc Pentamethylenedithiocarbamate (CAS: 13878-54-1)?
Answer
Zinc pentamethylenedithiocarbamate (CAS: 13878-54-1) is a colorless or white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of approximately 332.49 g/mol. It is poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This compound is used as a stabilizer in rubber and plastic formulations due to its excellent reactivity with metal ions and thiols.
About
CAS No
13878-54-1
English Name
Zinc Pentamethylenedithiocarbamate
Molecular Formula
C12H20N2S4Zn
Molecular Weight
386 g/mol
SMILES
C1CCN(CC1)C(=S)[S-].C1CCN(CC1)C(=S)[S-].[Zn+2]
InChIKey
YBKBEKGVHFHCRI-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2026-04-01 08:55