Carbon Disulphide (Glass Distilled)

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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Friday the 03rd October 2025*

In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)

4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)

UK Shipping

Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting orders for Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey.

We can only ship to the following postcodes where a Royal Mail postal option has been chosen at checkout.

AB, DD, DG3, DG4, DG6 - DG9, EH, FK, G, HS, IM, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO30 - PO41, TD, TR21 - TR25, ZE

* We will always try to ship as early as possible. Delivery could be much quicker than stated but is not guaranteed

Applications

Used in the manufacturing of rayon, cellophane, and other cellulose-based products
Used in the production of rubber chemicals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals
Excellent solvent for fats, oils, resins, and sulfur
Used as a solvent in the chemical industry
Used in the synthesis of carbon tetrachloride and other organosulfur compounds
Can be used as a fumigant for stored grain
Can be used as a refrigerant

General

Carbon Disulphide, also known as CS2, is a colorless, flammable, and highly volatile liquid with a characteristic odor similar to that of ether. It is a chemical compound composed of carbon and sulfur, with the molecular formula CS2.

Carbon Disulphide is primarily used in the manufacturing of rayon, cellophane, and other cellulose-based products. It is also used in the production of rubber chemicals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. Carbon Disulphide is an excellent solvent for fats, oils, resins, and sulfur, and is used as a solvent in the chemical industry.

Additionally, Carbon Disulphide is used in the synthesis of carbon tetrachloride and other organosulfur compounds. It can also be used as a fumigant for stored grain and as a refrigerant.

However, Carbon Disulphide is a hazardous chemical and can pose significant health risks if not handled with care. It can be toxic if inhaled, and prolonged exposure to Carbon Disulphide can cause neurological damage, cardiovascular damage, and reproductive disorders. Therefore, appropriate safety measures must be taken when using this chemical, such as working in well-ventilated areas and using protective equipment.

In summary, Carbon Disulphide is a versatile chemical used in a range of industrial applications, particularly in the manufacturing of cellulose-based products. However, its hazardous properties mean that care must be taken when handling this chemical to prevent potential health risks.