Thiuram monosulfides are a class of organosulfur compounds with the formula (R2NCS)2S (R = organic group). Many examples are known, but popular ones include R = Me and R = Et. They are typically yellow solids that are soluble in polar organic solvents. Structure, synthesis Thiuram monosulfides feature a pair planar thioamide subunits linked by a sulfur atom.
Thiuram monosulfides can be prepared by desulfurization of thiuram disulfides Treatment of a thiuram disulfide with triphenylphosphine, or with cyanide salts, yields the corresponding thiuram sulfide: (Ph = C6H5)
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