Dimethyl disulfide (DMDS) is an organic chemical compound with the molecular formula CH3SSCH3.

It is a flammable liquid with an unpleasant, garlic-like odor resembling that of "leaking gas".

These flies are attracted to the odor resembling that of fetid meat, and thus help pollinate this plant.

[9][10] DMDS is used to prepare catalysts for hydrodesulfurization, because of its high sulfur content and low decomposition temperature.

[12] DMDS also works as an effective product for operators in the petrochemicals industry who must protect their steam-cracking coils against the formation of coke and carbon monoxide.