Tetramethylthiourea is a white to off-white crystalline powder or acicular solid, odorless and tasteless. It is stable at room temperature and decomposes when heated with strong acids.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC5H12N2S
Density:1.005g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:245℃
Solubility:
Slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in acetone, chloroform and toluene; slightly soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether; insoluble in gasoline.
Molecular Weight:132.23g/mol
Flash Point:190℃
Melting Point:75–77℃
Uses
Organic synthesis intermediate
Curing accelerator for acrylate adhesives
Rubber auxiliary: Improves rubber dispersion
Metal preservative and electroplating additive