In situ XAS of the solvothermal decomposition of dithiocarbamate complexes

Abstract

An in situ XAS study of the solvothermal decomposition of iron and nickel dithiocarbamate complexes was performed in order to gain understanding of the decomposition mechanisms. This work has given insight into the steps involved in the decomposition, showing variation in reaction pathways between the iron and nickel dithiocarbamates, and the non-innocent role of oleylamine as the solvent and capping agent in the reaction.