Description

Desmethyl Metsulfuron-Methyl is a key metabolite and synthetic intermediate of the sulfonylurea herbicide metsulfuron-methyl. This compound is critical for research and development in the agrochemical sector, particularly for studying environmental fate, metabolic pathways, and degradation products. It serves as a vital analytical standard and a high-purity building block for synthesizing novel herbicidal compounds. Professionals in agrochemical R&D, analytical laboratories, and environmental science rely on this material for method development and advanced studies.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the quantification and identification of metsulfuron-methyl and its metabolites in environmental samples (soil, water) and crop residues via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of new sulfonylurea herbicide analogs and for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Employed in laboratory research to investigate the degradation kinetics, metabolic pathways, and persistence of metsulfuron-methyl in ecosystems.
• Metabolism Studies: Essential for tracing and understanding the biotransformation of metsulfuron-methyl in plants and soil microorganisms.
• Quality Control & Method Validation: Used by manufacturers and testing laboratories to validate analytical methods for purity assessment of technical-grade metsulfuron-methyl.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Supports testing for regulatory submissions to agencies like the EPA and EFSA regarding herbicide residues and environmental impact.

Basic Information

Product Name	Desmethyl Metsulfuron-Methyl
CAS No.	126312-31-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃N₅O₅S
Molecular Weight	351.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[[[[(4-Methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino]carbonyl]amino]sulfonyl]benzoic Acid; Methyl 2-[[[[(4-Methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino]carbonyl]amino]sulfonyl]benzoate Metabolite; DMM; Metsulfuron-methyl Acid; Desmethyl Derivative of Metsulfuron-methyl; Benzoic Acid, 2-[[[[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino]carbonyl]amino]sulfonyl]-
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Quality Control

Our Desmethyl Metsulfuron-Methyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect the material from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.