Diethyl Sulfate

Diethyl Sulfate appears as a clear oily liquid with CAS No. 64-67-5. It is a potent alkylating agent, meaning it readily donates ethyl groups in organic synthesis reactions.

Diethyl Sulfate is a versatile organic compound widely used as an ethylating agent in chemical manufacturing, dye production, pharmaceutical intermediates, and textile processing.

Technical Specifications

Packaging & Storage

• Net weight 230kg/250kg drum, 1100kg IBC.

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse.

Benefits of Diethyl Sulfate

• Strong alkylating capability for introducing ethyl groups into phenols, amines, thiols, and other nucleophiles.

• Reliable intermediate in the production of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals.

• Useful in textile finishing and paper processing applications.

• High reactivity under controlled conditions for efficient synthesis.

Applications and Uses of Diethyl Sulfate

Diethyl Sulfate serves as a key building block across multiple industries:

Chemical Synthesis and Pharmaceuticals

• Primary ethylating agent for the production of ethyl derivatives of phenols, amines, and thiols.

• Intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavor/fragrance compounds.

• Used in the manufacture of quaternary ammonium salts and surfactants.

Dyes, Pigments, and Textiles

• Intermediate in dye and pigment manufacturing.

• Textile finishing agent to improve properties such as absorbency and softness.

• Dye-set agent in carbonless paper production.

Other Industrial Applications

• Accelerator in the sulfation of ethylene.

• Component in the production of organoclays and sanitizers.

• Laboratory reagent for alkylation reactions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the CAS number for Diethyl Sulfate?

A: The CAS Number is 64-67-5.

Q: Is Diethyl Sulfate safe for use in food or consumer products?

A: No. Diethyl Sulfate is not approved for direct food use. It is an industrial chemical intended for controlled chemical synthesis only.

Q: What are the main applications of Diethyl Sulfate?

A: It is primarily used as an ethylating agent in the production of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, textile chemicals, and surfactants.

Q: How should Diethyl Sulfate be stored?

A: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials (strong acids, bases, metals).

Q: Is Diethyl Sulfate considered hazardous?

A: Yes. It is corrosive, toxic, a suspected carcinogen, and mutagen. Handle with extreme care using full protective equipment and engineering controls.

Q: Can Diethyl Sulfate be used as a laboratory reagent?

A: Yes, it is commonly used in organic synthesis laboratories as an alkylating agent under strictly controlled conditions.

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