Sulfurizing Reagents
Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide (PADS)
Quick view. An acyl disulfide sulfur-transfer reagent used in the sulfurization step for phosphorothioate oligonucleotide synthesis. CAS 15088-78-5. Catalog target purity: ≥98%. Availability: Inquiry only — contact BX Lab to confirm current availability.

Product profile
Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide (PADS) is classified as sulfurizing reagents (Formula C16H14O2S2; molecular weight 302.41).
Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide (PADS) — Sulfurization step for phosphorothioate oligonucleotide synthesis workflows.
For Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide (PADS), confirm the current specification, storage conditions and downstream-method compatibility before routine use.
Names and search terms
Confirmed or normalized name variants
- PADS
- Phenylacetyl disulfide
- Bis(phenylacetyl) disulphide
- 2-Phenylacetic dithioperoxyanhydride
Useful catalog search terms
- Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide
- CAS 15088-78-5
- PubChem CID 3378603
Physicochemical data
| PubChem CID | 3378603 |
|---|---|
| InChIKey | IXGZXXBJSZISOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| IUPAC name | S-(2-phenylacetyl)sulfanyl 2-phenylethanethioate |
| Reagent class | Acyl disulfide sulfur-transfer reagent |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H14O2S2/c17-15(11-13-7-3-1-4-8-13)19-20-16(18)12-14-9-5-2-6-10-14/h1-10H,11-12H2 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)SSC(=O)CC2=CC=CC=C2 |
Release documentation
The current specification defines the analytical method and acceptance criteria; the released lot result is reported on the CoA.
Additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation can be agreed during technical review where available.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the package size for Bis(phenylacetyl) Disulfide (PADS) be customized?
Yes. Share the initial quantity, expected future scale, delivery timeline and packaging preference for review.
What information should be included in a quote request?
Quote catalog number BX-SR-0002 and CAS 15088-78-5, the intended research workflow, required quantity and any additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation needed.
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