2,2'-Dithiobis(benzothiazole)

CAS NO.：120-78-5
Empirical Formula: C14H8N2S4
Molecular Weight: 332.49
MDL number: MFCD00022874
EINECS: 204-424-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-05-16 10:38:43

What is 2,2'-Dithiobis(benzothiazole)?

Description

Dibenzothiazyl disulfide is a rubber chemical used as a vulcanization accelerant. The most frequent occupational categories are metal industry, homemakers, health services and laboratories, and building industries.

The Uses of 2,2'-Dithiobis(benzothiazole)

2,2’Dibenzothiazoyl Disulfide has the potential to combat HPV, acting as a zinc-ejecting inhibitor. It also can act as radical polymerization photo-initiators or co-initiators.

Indications

2,2'-Dibenzothiazyl disulfide is approved for use within allergenic epicutaneous patch tests which are indicated for use as an aid in the diagnosis of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in persons 6 years of age and older.

Background

2,2'-Dibenzothiazyl disulfide is an accelerator used in the processing process for natural and synthetic rubber and plastic regeneration. It is also a known allergen and dermatological sensitizer.
Sensitivity to 2,2'-Dibenzothiazyl disulfide may be identified with a clinical patch test.

Metabolism

Not Available

Properties of 2,2'-Dithiobis(benzothiazole)

Melting point:	177-180 °C (lit.)
Boiling point:	532.5±33.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.5
Flash point:	271°C
storage temp.	Keep in dark place,Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility	0.01g/l
form	powder to crystal
color	Cream to pale-yellow powder
Water Solubility	<0.01 g/100 mL at 21 ºC

Safety information for 2,2'-Dithiobis(benzothiazole)

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H317:Sensitisation, Skin H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.