What is it?
Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide belongs to a class of chemicals called thiurams which are used in the production of rubber and adhesive products.
How can I avoid it?
Avoidance requires reading the product labels, package inserts, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and on occasion, direct communication with the manufacturer.
Uses:
- Adhesives
- Animal repellents
- Disinfectants
- Lubricating oils
- Pesticides
- Rubber and latex products
- Bathing caps
- Boots
- Face masks
- Gloves
- Pillows
- Suspenders
- Wet suits
- Underwear (elastic waistbands or bra straps)
Other names for Dipentamethylenethiuram Disulphide:
- PTD
- DPTH
- 1,1’-(Dithiodicarbonothioyl)bispiperidine
- 1-Piperidinethiocarbonyl disulfide
- Bis(1-piperidylthiocarbonyl) disulfide
- Bis(pentamethylene)thiuram disulfide
- Bis(piperidinothiocarbonyl) disulfide
- Bis(piperidinothiocarbonyl)disulfide
- Dipentamethylenethiuram disulfide
- Disulfide, bis(1-piperidinylthioxomethyl)
Potential cross-reacting/co-reacting substances:
- Ingredient in thiuram mix
- Tetraethylthiuram disulfide (antabuse)