No Scope - Chapter 60

here’s a simplified explanation of how it was made:

Raw Materials: The main ingredients used in the production of mustard gas were sulfur dichloride (SCl2) and ethylene, although other variations of mustard gas used different chemicals.

Mixing: Sulfur dichloride and ethylene were mixed together in the presence of a catalyst, typically a metallic oxide such as aluminum chloride or ferric oxide. This mixture created a reaction that led to the formation of mustard gas.

Heat Treatment: The mixture was then heated to a specific temperature, usually around 150-200 degrees Celsius (300-400 degrees Fahrenheit). This heating process helped accelerate the chemical reaction and promoted the formation of mustard gas.

Purification: After the reaction was complete, the resulting mixture contained various byproducts and impurities. To purify the mustard gas, it was washed with water or a basic solution to remove any remaining impurities.

Stabilization: Mustard gas is a volatile substance, so stabilizers were added to prevent it from evaporating or decomposing too quickly. These stabilizers, such as diethylamine or amines, helped prolong the effectiveness of the gas on the battlefield.

Filling into Shells: The final purified mustard gas was then loaded into artillery shells, aerial bombs, or other delivery systems, which would be used to disperse the gas onto the target areas.