Description

Phosalone is an organophosphate insecticide and acaricide known for its broad-spectrum activity. It provides effective control against a range of pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings, protecting crop yield and quality. This product is essential for formulators and agricultural producers seeking reliable pest management solutions for fruits, vegetables, and other high-value crops.

Application

• Agricultural Insecticide: Primary use for controlling sucking and chewing insects such as aphids, thrips, mites, and leafhoppers on a variety of crops.
• Fruit and Vine Protection: Applied in orchards and vineyards to protect apples, pears, grapes, and citrus fruits from damaging pests.
• Vegetable Crop Management: Used on vegetable crops including tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers to ensure healthy plant growth and marketable produce.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Serves as a component in rotational pest control programs to help manage resistance.
• Technical Material for Formulation: Supplied as a high-purity technical grade for the manufacturing of emulsifiable concentrates (EC), wettable powders (WP), and other end-use formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phosalone
CAS No.	2310-17-0
Molecular Formula	C12H15ClNO4PS2
Molecular Weight	367.8 g/mol
Synonyms	S-Benzyl O,O-diethyl phosphorodithioate; Benzphos; Fosalon; Rubitox; Zolone; ENT 27, 335; O,O-Diethyl S-[(6-chloro-2-oxo-3-benzoxazolinyl)methyl] phosphorodithioate; 6-Chloro-3-(mercaptomethyl)-2-benzoxazolinone O,O-diethyl phosphorodithioate
EINECS	219-006-1

Quality Control

Our Phosalone technical material is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing results from methods such as HPLC, GC, and IR spectroscopy are provided to guarantee consistent quality and reliable performance in downstream formulations.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to tan crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as H2SO4)	≤ 0.3%

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