Description

Fenthion-Sulfone CAS NO 3761-42-0 is an organophosphate metabolite and environmental degradation product of the insecticide fenthion. This compound is of significant interest for analytical and research purposes, particularly in environmental monitoring and toxicology studies. It serves as a critical reference standard for laboratories and industries requiring precise detection and quantification of fenthion residues and its transformation products in various matrices.

Application

• Primary use as an analytical reference standard for calibration and method validation in chromatography (GC, LC).
• Critical component in environmental fate and metabolism studies to track the degradation pathway of fenthion.
• Essential for residue analysis in agricultural, food safety, and environmental testing laboratories.
• Used in the development and quality control of diagnostic kits and immunoassays for pesticide detection.
• Important material for toxicological research to understand the ecotoxicological impact of organophosphate metabolites.
• Serves as a synthetic intermediate in specialized chemical research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fenthion-Sulfone
CAS No.	3761-42-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15O5PS2
Molecular Weight	310.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Fenthion Sulfone; O,O-Dimethyl O-[3-methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)phenyl] phosphorothioate; Phosphorothioic acid, O,O-dimethyl O-[3-methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)phenyl] ester; Baytex sulfone; Lebaycid sulfone; DMSP; Fenthion oxon sulfone; Mercaptophos sulfone
EINECS	223-179-6

Quality Control

Our Fenthion-Sulfone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for analytical applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. We support compliance with various international standards for reference materials.

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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.