Description

Malathion α-Monoacid CAS NO 1190-29-0 is a key intermediate and metabolite in the synthesis and environmental breakdown of the broad-spectrum organophosphate insecticide, Malathion. This compound is critical for research and development in agrochemical formulations and environmental fate studies. It serves as an essential analytical standard and building block for manufacturers and research institutions focused on pesticide chemistry, toxicology, and metabolite analysis.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Primary use as a crucial synthetic precursor in the production of Malathion insecticide.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used in quality control laboratories for the identification and quantification of Malathion and its degradation products via HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS methods.
• Environmental & Metabolic Studies: Employed in research to study the environmental fate, biodegradation pathways, and metabolic profiles of Malathion in various organisms.
• Toxicological Research: Serves as a standard in assays investigating the mechanism of action, toxicity, and detoxification processes of organophosphate compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing novel derivatives or analogs for biological activity screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Malathion α-Monoacid
CAS No.	1190-29-0
Molecular Formula	C6H11O5PS2
Molecular Weight	258.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Malathion monoacid; O,O-Dimethyl phosphorodithioate of mercaptosuccinic acid monoester; α-Monoacid of malathion; Mercaptosuccinic acid O,O-dimethyl phosphorodithioate monoester; Malathion α-monocarboxylic acid; Malathion metabolite; S-[1,2-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)ethyl] O,O-dimethyl phosphorodithioate (hydrolyzed form); Maloxon monoacid (related oxon analog)
EINECS	214-742-4

Quality Control

Our Malathion α-Monoacid is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation, with specifications tailored to its use as a reference material or intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and identification tests is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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