Description

Dazomet is a sulfur-based heterocyclic compound widely recognized as a highly effective soil fumigant and biocide. Its primary value lies in its ability to provide broad-spectrum control of soil-borne pests, pathogens, and weed seeds, making it a cornerstone for soil preparation in intensive agriculture. This product is essential for professional growers, agricultural cooperatives, and manufacturers of specialty agrochemical formulations seeking reliable pre-plant soil sterilization.

Application

• Agricultural Soil Fumigation: Primary use for pre-plant sterilization to control nematodes, fungi, soil insects, and weed seeds in fields, greenhouses, and nurseries.
• Commodity and Storage Protection: Used as a fumigant for stored grains, tobacco, and other commodities to prevent pest infestation.
• Golf Course and Turf Management: Application on golf courses, sports turfs, and sod farms to eliminate soil pathogens and pests before establishment.
• Forestry and Replanting Sites: Soil treatment in forestry to prevent root diseases and ensure healthy seedling growth in replant areas.
• Specialty Crop Production: Used in high-value crop rotations such as strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, and flowers to ensure clean soil starts.
• Research and Development: Serves as a reference standard and active ingredient in agrochemical R&D for developing new pest control solutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dazomet
CAS No.	533-74-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2S2
Molecular Weight	162.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-1,3,5,2H-tetrahydrothiadiazine-2-thione; Tetrahydro-3,5-dimethyl-2H-1,3,5-thiadiazine-2-thione; DMTT; Thiazon; Crag Fungicide 974; Mylone; Basamid; Salvo
EINECS	208-576-7

Quality Control

Our Dazomet is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and efficacy. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity verification, to meet established technical-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and performance for your formulations and applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	104°C - 107°C
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.