Sulphur

About Sulphur (S)

• Symbol: S
• Atomic number: 16
• Atomic mass: 32.06
• Element category: Non-metal

Several allotropes of sulphur exist. The most common allotrope appears as yellow crystals or powder.

Sulphur is used in the vulcanisation of black rubber, as a fungicide and in black gunpowder. However, most sulphur is applied in the production of sulphuric acid, a key chemical in Western civilisation. Consequently, sulphuric acid is converted into phosphoric acid for the extraction of phosphates for fertilisers.

Mercaptans are a family of organosulphur compounds. Some compounds are added to natural gas supplies because of their distinctive odour, thereby facilitating the detection of gas leaks. Others are used in silver polish and in the manufacture of pesticides and herbicides.
Sulfites are employed in paper bleaching and as preservatives in many foodstuffs. Many surfactants and detergents are sulphate derivatives. Calcium sulphate (gypsum) is quarried at an annual volume of approximately 100 000 000 tonnes for use in cement and plaster.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) supplies high-purity sulphur (Sulphur, S).

Sulphur Key Characteristics:

• Chemical versatility: Sulphur forms various compounds and exhibits measurable reactivity. Consequently, it is used in multiple chemical processes.
• Agricultural nutrient: Sulphur is essential for plant growth and contributes to the formation of amino acids, proteins and vitamins.
• Sulphur compounds: Sulphur-containing compounds are applied in pharmaceuticals, dyes, fertilisers and rubber production, thereby confirming their role across industrial sectors.
• Energy production: Sulphur is utilised in energy generation processes such as oil refining and in the production of sulphuric acid for industrial operations.
• Environmental remediation: Sulphur compounds are employed in the removal of pollutants from flue gases and wastewaters, thereby reducing harmful emissions.

Applications of Sulphur:

• Agriculture: Sulphur-based fertilisers enhance plant growth, crop yields and nutrient content.
• Chemical industry: Sulphur compounds are used in the production of chemicals, dyes, pharmaceuticals and synthetic materials.
• Energy production: Sulphur is involved in energy generation, including oil refining and the production of sulphuric acid for various industrial procedures.
• Rubber and plastics: Sulphur is applied in the vulcanisation of rubber, thereby increasing elasticity, strength and resistance to heat and ageing.
• Environmental protection: Sulphur compounds are utilised in desulphurisation processes to remove sulphur dioxide emissions from industrial gases, thereby reducing acid rain formation.

Sulphur Quality Assurance:

Our sulphur products are sourced from suppliers with a proven track record in quality. Each product is subject to strict quality control procedures to meet the highest industry standards.