Description

Captafol is a broad-spectrum, protective fungicide belonging to the phthalimide class. It is valued for its effectiveness in controlling a wide range of fungal diseases on various crops and in industrial applications. This product is essential for agricultural producers, wood treatment specialists, and manufacturers seeking reliable antifungal protection. We supply high-purity Captafol CAS NO 2425-06-1 to meet the stringent demands of global industrial and agricultural markets.

Application

• Agricultural Fungicide: Used as a protective foliar spray to control diseases like scab, leaf spot, and blight on fruits (e.g., apples, pears), vegetables, and ornamental plants.
• Seed Treatment: Applied as a seed dressing to protect against soil-borne fungal pathogens during germination and early seedling growth.
• Wood Preservation: Employed in industrial settings to protect timber, lumber, and wood products from decay fungi, mold, and mildew.
• Industrial Biocide: Acts as a fungicidal component in paints, coatings, adhesives, and other material systems to prevent microbial degradation.
• Post-Harvest Treatment: Used to prevent fungal spoilage during the storage and transport of certain agricultural commodities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Captafol
CAS No.	2425-06-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9Cl4NO2S
Molecular Weight	349.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Difolatan; Ortho 5865; Merpan; Captafol 4L; 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-2-[(1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethyl)thio]-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione; N-[(1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl)thio]-4-cyclohexene-1,2-dicarboximide; 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-N-(1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethylthio)phthalimide; Folcid
EINECS	219-363-3

Quality Control

Our Captafol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet defined specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to tan crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	160 - 165 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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