Thiourea dioxide

CAS#1758-73-2
FormulaCH4N2O2S
SynonymsFormamidinesulfinic acid; Aminoiminomethanesulfinic acid
Groups/UsesTextiles, Paper
MarketsPulp, Paper & Packaging, Textiles

FAQ’S

What is Thiourea dioxide?

Thiourea dioxide is a white or light-yellow crystalline powder is a strong reducing agent used in various industries including paper and textiles.

What are the properties of Thiourea dioxide?

Thiourea dioxide is stable under normal temperatures and pressures, but can decompose when exposed to moist air or water. It is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. 

What are the uses of Thiourea dioxide?

Thiourea dioxide is employed in reductive bleaching of textiles, particularly for wool and silk. It is used in dyeing with vat dyes and sulfur dyes, and for reduction cleaning of disperse dyes. It is used in pulp bleaching and waste paper deinking.

Choice Organochem LLP supplies Thiourea dioxide to users/customers for Pulp, Paper & Packaging, and Textiles.