Description

Metamitron-Desamino is a key chemical intermediate and metabolite of the selective herbicide metamitron. This compound is crucial for research and development in the agrochemical sector, particularly in the study of environmental fate, metabolic pathways, and residue analysis. It serves as a vital reference standard for analytical laboratories and manufacturers requiring high-purity materials for method validation and product quality control. Industries involved in agrochemical formulation, environmental monitoring, and advanced chemical synthesis rely on this specific intermediate.

Application

• Agrochemical Research & Development: Primary use as a reference standard and metabolite in the study of the herbicide metamitron's behavior and degradation.
• Analytical Chemistry: Critical for calibrating equipment and developing HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS methods for residue analysis in soil and water.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Used to track and understand the metabolic breakdown pathways and persistence of metamitron in the environment.
• Quality Control & Manufacturing: Serves as a high-purity benchmark for ensuring the consistency and purity of metamitron-based herbicide production.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing novel compounds or labeled derivatives for tracer studies.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Essential for conducting studies required for product registration and compliance with global environmental regulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Metamitron-Desamino
CAS No.	36993-94-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10N4O
Molecular Weight	202.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3-methyl-6-phenyl-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one; Desaminometamitron; Metamitron Desamino; Metamitron-4-Amino; 1,2,4-Triazin-5(4H)-one, 4-amino-3-methyl-6-phenyl-; Metamitron metabolite; BAJ 2740 Desamino
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Quality Control

Every batch of Metamitron-Desamino is produced and verified under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and GC-MS to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or manufacturing specifications.

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 incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider conditions under an 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
Assay (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.