Description

Piperonyl Butoxide is a potent and widely used synthetic synergist that enhances the efficacy of various insecticides. Its primary value lies in its ability to inhibit insect metabolic enzymes, thereby increasing the potency and spectrum of pyrethrins, pyrethroids, and other insecticidal agents. This makes it a critical component for manufacturers in the agricultural, public health, and household pest control sectors seeking to develop more effective and cost-efficient formulations.

Application

• Agricultural Insecticide Formulations: A key synergist in sprays and concentrates for crop protection, enhancing the performance of pyrethroid-based products.
• Public Health Vector Control: Used in mosquito coils, liquid vaporizers, and space sprays for malaria and dengue fever prevention programs.
• Household & Garden Pest Control: A vital ingredient in aerosol sprays, foggers, and pet shampoos targeting flies, ants, fleas, and ticks.
• Stored Product Protection: Incorporated into treatments to protect grains and other commodities from insect infestation during storage.
• Animal Husbandry: Used in ectoparasiticide formulations for livestock to control lice, mites, and other pests.
• Industrial & Institutional Pest Management: Found in professional-grade insecticide products used by pest control operators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Piperonyl Butoxide
CAS No.	19510-30-6
Molecular Formula	C19H30O5
Molecular Weight	338.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Piperonyl butoxide; PBO; Butoxide; 5-[[2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethoxy]methyl]-6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxole; α-[2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethoxy]-4,5-methylenedioxy-2-propyltoluene; Butacide®; Pyrenone® (component); Piperonyl butoxyde
EINECS	243-088-0

Quality Control

Our Piperonyl Butoxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for formulation in regulated markets, supporting your supply chain reliability and product registration needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.04 - 1.07
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.498 - 1.512
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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