Description

Imidacloprid CAS NO 138261-41-3 is a systemic, chloro-nicotinyl insecticide belonging to the neonicotinoid class. It is valued for its high efficacy against a broad spectrum of sucking and chewing insect pests, offering both contact and systemic action. This compound is a critical active ingredient for agricultural professionals, pest control operators, and formulators in the crop protection and professional pest management industries.

Application

• Agricultural Crop Protection: Systemic control of aphids, whiteflies, thrips, leafhoppers, and soil pests in a wide range of crops including rice, cotton, vegetables, and fruits.
• Seed Treatment: Used as a coating on seeds (e.g., corn, cotton, sunflower) to protect seedlings from early-season insect damage.
• Soil Application: Applied via drenching or granules to control soil-dwelling pests like grubs, termites, and root aphids.
• Foliar Spray: Formulated for direct application to plant foliage to combat infestations of sucking insects.
• Professional Pest Management: Control of termites, cockroaches, and ants in structural and perimeter pest control programs.
• Turf and Ornamentals: Protection of lawns, golf courses, and ornamental plants from insect pests.
• Animal Health: Incorporated in veterinary products for the control of external parasites like fleas on pets and livestock (in specific registered formulations).

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidacloprid
CAS No.	138261-41-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClN5O2
Molecular Weight	255.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)methyl]-N-nitro-2-imidazolidinimine; (E)-1-(6-Chloro-3-pyridylmethyl)-N-nitroimidazolidin-2-ylideneamine; NTN 33893; Confidor; Gaucho; Admire; Merit; Provado; Premise; Winner
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Imidacloprid is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, moisture content, and related substances are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual ≤ 0.5%, Total ≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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