Description

Desmethyldimethoate is a key organophosphorus chemical intermediate of significant importance in modern agrochemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for the production of advanced insecticides and acaricides, enabling the development of effective crop protection solutions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities within the agrochemical and fine chemical industries focused on developing and scaling novel pest control agents.

Application

• Primary Intermediate for Insecticide Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block in the manufacturing of organophosphate-based insecticides.
• Agrochemical Research & Development: Used in laboratory settings for the discovery and development of new pesticide molecules and formulations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to produce specialized, high-value chemical entities.
• Metabolite and Degradation Product Studies: Utilized as an analytical reference standard in environmental and toxicological studies to understand the breakdown pathways of related pesticides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Desmethyldimethoate
CAS No.	20253-72-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10NO3PS2
Molecular Weight	227.24 g/mol
Synonyms	O,O-Dimethyl S-(N-Methylcarbamoylmethyl) Phosphorodithioate; Phosphorodithioic acid, O,O-dimethyl ester, S-ester with N-(mercaptoacetyl)glycine; Omethoate metabolite; Desmethyl-dimethoate; Dimethoate carboxylic acid; NSC 190986
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Desmethyldimethoate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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