Description

Glyphosate is a broad-spectrum, non-selective systemic herbicide and crop desiccant, widely recognized as one of the most effective and commercially significant agricultural chemicals globally. Its primary value lies in its ability to control a vast spectrum of annual and perennial weeds, grasses, and woody plants by inhibiting the EPSPS enzyme, a critical component in the shikimic acid pathway essential for plant growth. This product is essential for agricultural producers, land management professionals, and formulators in the agrochemical industry seeking reliable, high-quality active ingredients for weed control programs in crops like soybeans, corn, and cotton, as well as for non-crop uses in forestry, industrial vegetation management, and aquatic settings.

Application

• Agricultural Weed Control: Pre-plant and post-emergence application in genetically modified (GM) glyphosate-tolerant crops such as soybeans, corn, canola, and cotton.
• Non-Crop Area Management: Vegetation control in industrial sites, along railways, roadways, utility rights-of-way, and fence lines.
• Forestry: Site preparation and conifer release programs to manage competing vegetation in timber plantations.
• Orchard and Vineyard Maintenance: Weed management in perennial fruit and nut orchards and vineyards.
• Aquatic Weed Control: Management of invasive and nuisance aquatic vegetation in canals, ponds, and lakes (using approved formulations).
• Pre-Harvest Crop Desiccation: Used as a desiccant to dry down crops like cereals, pulses, and sunflowers to facilitate uniform harvesting.
• Turf Renovation: Complete vegetation kill for the renovation of lawns, golf courses, and sports fields.
• Technical Grade for Formulation: Serves as the active ingredient for manufacturing various end-use herbicide formulations (e.g., soluble concentrates, granules).

Basic Information

Product Name	Glyphosate
CAS No.	1071-83-6
Molecular Formula	C3H8NO5P
Molecular Weight	169.07 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine; Glyphosate acid; MON 0573; Roundup (herbicide active ingredient); Glyphosphate; Phosphonomethyliminoacetic acid; CP 67573; NSC 177024
EINECS	213-997-4

Quality Control

Our Glyphosate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. We provide full traceability and support our products with Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail all critical parameters, ensuring compliance with relevant agricultural chemical standards and specifications for technical-grade active ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Store separately from strong oxidizers, strong bases, and foodstuffs.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
pH (1% solution)	1.5 - 3.0
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.