4,4’-Thiobis(2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol)

About this item

4,4’-Thiobis(2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol) is a versatile sulfur-containing phenol that can be used as a primary orsecondary antioxidant for lubricants, especially for those formulated with natural andsynthetic esters. It offers well proven cost effective performance on its own or incombination with suitable aminic antioxidants.

 

THERMAL GRAVIMETRIC ANALYSIS (TGA)

Test Conditions: ASTM D3850, 10 mg at 100C/min under nitrogen.

Temperature, 0C %

Massloss

214

5

227

10

248

25

267

50

 

APPLICATIONS 

4,4’-Thiobis(2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol)can be used in a broad range of lubricants, in both automotive andindustrial applications and is particularly effective in hydraulic fluids and circulating

oils.Typical Treatment Rate: 0.1 – 1.0 wt.%.

 

STORAGE

Product is stable under normal storage conditions.Store away from any source of ignition, in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Keepcontainer tightly closed when not in use.Avoid alkali, strong oxidizing agents and iron.

 

HANDLINGINFORMATION

Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet prior to handling.Local ventilation required when opening the packagings.Use appropriate personal protection equipment.Avoid eye, skin and clothing contact.Avoid breathing dust, repeated and prolonged contact and creating a dusting situation.

 

SAFETYINFORMATION

For more extensive information on the safe handling and use of this product, see the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

SHIPPINGINFORMATION

4,4’-Thiobis(2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol)is available in 50 kg bags, other sizes on request.

Chemical-physical properties

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

 

Appearance

Crystalline white powder

Viscosity at 40°C

Solid

Specific Gravity 20°C

1.10

Melting Range

160-164°C

Ash Content < 0.05 wt.%
Flash Point °C

215°C (Closed cup)

Solubility

Mineral oil: < 0.4 wt.%

Esters: > 5 wt.%

Water< 0.01 wt.%

Sulfur

8.9 wt.% 

 

Specifications