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2,4-Diethylthioxanthone (DETX)

CAS 82799-44-8 · Formula C17H16OS · MW 268.4 g/mol

Type II diethylthioxanthone sensitizer paired with amine co-initiators for UV-curing pigmented inks and coatings (Coatings & Construction) Long-wavelength absorption improves through-cure and speed in UV/UV-LED printing and electronics (Industrial Manufacturing) Low-odor alternative to ITX for sensitizing pigmented UV-cure plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)

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CAS Number
82799-44-8
Formula
C17H16OS
Molecular Weight
268.4 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Type II diethylthioxanthone sensitizer paired with amine co-initiators for UV-curing pigmented inks and coatings (Coatings & Construction)
  • Long-wavelength absorption improves through-cure and speed in UV/UV-LED printing and electronics (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Low-odor alternative to ITX for sensitizing pigmented UV-cure plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
82799-44-8
Molecular Formula
C17H16OS
Molecular Weight
268.4 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2,4-diethylthioxanthen-9-one
PubChem CID
InChI Key
BTJPUDCSZVCXFQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
5.1
Full Description

Type II diethylthioxanthone sensitizer paired with amine co-initiators for UV-curing pigmented inks and coatings (Coatings & Construction) Long-wavelength absorption improves through-cure and speed in UV/UV-LED printing and electronics (Industrial Manufacturing) Low-odor alternative to ITX for sensitizing pigmented UV-cure plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 2,4-Diethylthioxanthone (DETX) (CAS 82799-44-8)?

2,4-Diethylthioxanthone (DETX) (CAS 82799-44-8) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Type II diethylthioxanthone sensitizer paired with amine co-initiators for UV-curing pigmented inks and coatings (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2,4-Diethylthioxanthone (DETX)?

Molecular formula C17H16OS, molecular weight 268.4 g/mol. IUPAC name: 2,4-diethylthioxanthen-9-one

Is 2,4-Diethylthioxanthone (DETX) hazardous?

Yes

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