Compound Q&A
How is Zinc Pentamethylenedithiocarbamate (CAS: 13878-54-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
Zinc pentamethylenedithiocarbamate is typically synthesized by reacting zinc oxide with dimethyldithiocarbamic acid in the presence of a suitable catalyst under mild conditions. The reaction involves the substitution of zinc for one of the methyl groups in the dithiocarbamate moiety, resulting in the formation of the desired compound with high yield and selectivity.
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