Description

Carbofuran-3-Keto is a key chemical intermediate and metabolite of the carbamate insecticide carbofuran. This compound is of significant importance in the agrochemical industry for research, development, and analytical purposes. It serves as a critical reference standard and building block for scientists and manufacturers focused on pesticide metabolism studies, environmental monitoring, and the synthesis of specialized derivatives.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified standard for the quantification and identification of carbofuran and its metabolites in environmental and biological samples via HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS.
• Agrochemical Research: Essential intermediate in metabolic pathway studies to understand the environmental fate and degradation products of carbofuran.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or building block in the synthesis of novel carbamate derivatives or labeled compounds for tracer studies.
• Quality Control & Regulatory Testing: Used by quality assurance laboratories in agrochemical manufacturing to monitor process impurities and ensure product specifications.
• Environmental Monitoring: Critical for developing and validating analytical methods to detect pesticide residues in soil, water, and food crops.
• Toxicological Studies: Employed in research to investigate the toxicity profile and metabolic activation of carbofuran in various organisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbofuran-3-Keto
CAS No.	16709-30-1
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ketocarbofuran; Carbofuran ketone; 2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-7-benzofuranyl N-methylcarbamate 3-keto; 2,2-Dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran-7-yl methylcarbamate 3-one; Carbofuran-3-one; 3-Hydroxycarbofuran oxidation product; Carbofuran metabolite; 7-Phenoxycarbofuran ketone (informal).
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Quality Control

Our Carbofuran-3-Keto is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results for purity, related substances, and other critical parameters is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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