Description

Zinc Phosphide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Zn₃P₂, widely recognized as a highly effective rodenticide. Its primary commercial value lies in its potent toxicity to rodents, making it a critical tool for agricultural and public health pest control programs. This product is essential for manufacturers of rodenticide baits, agricultural cooperatives, and pest management professionals seeking a reliable and powerful active ingredient.

Application

• Rodenticide Manufacturing: The primary application is as an active ingredient in prepared baits for controlling rats, mice, and other rodent pests in agricultural and urban settings.
• Agricultural Pest Control: Used to protect stored grains, crops, and orchards from rodent damage, helping to secure food supplies and reduce economic losses.
• Public Health Programs: Employed in municipal and government-led initiatives to control rodent populations and mitigate the spread of rodent-borne diseases.
• Professional Pest Management: A key component in the arsenal of licensed pest control operators (PCOs) for large-scale infestation treatments.
• Mole and Vole Control: Formulated in specific baits for use against burrowing pests that damage lawns, gardens, and turf.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and raw material in chemical research and the development of new pesticide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Phosphide
CAS No.	1314-84-7
Molecular Formula	Zn₃P₂
Molecular Weight	258.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc phosphide (Zn3P2); Trizinc diphosphide; Phosphure de zinc; UN 1714; Caswell No. 920; EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 088501; Arrex; Zinophos; Kilrat; Blue-Ox; Gopha-Rid; Phosvin; Ratol; Rumetan; ZP Rodent Bait AG
EINECS	215-244-5

Quality Control

Our Zinc Phosphide is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and efficacy. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the specifications required for rodenticide formulations. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep away from acids, as contact can release highly toxic phosphine gas.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zn₃P₂)	Min. 80%
Moisture	Max. 0.5%
Arsenic (As)	Max. 0.01%
Lead (Pb)	Max. 0.02%
Particle Size (Typical)	Passes through 100 mesh

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