Description

Metribuzin-Desamino-Diketo is a key intermediate and metabolite in the synthesis and environmental analysis of the herbicide metribuzin. This compound is of significant importance for research and development in agrochemical science, providing a critical reference point for analytical methods and degradation studies. It is primarily needed by manufacturers of crop protection products, analytical laboratories, and research institutions focused on herbicide metabolism, environmental fate, and residue analysis.

Application

• Agrochemical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of metribuzin and related triazinone herbicides.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS for the quantification of metribuzin and its degradation products in environmental and biological samples.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Employed in research to understand the metabolic pathways, persistence, and breakdown of metribuzin in soil and water systems.
• Metabolite Identification: Aids in the identification and characterization of metribuzin metabolites in plants, animals, and microbial studies.
• Quality Control: Used by agrochemical manufacturers for in-process control and final product analysis to ensure herbicide purity and consistency.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Supports testing protocols required for product registration and environmental monitoring by regulatory bodies worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	Metribuzin-Desamino-Diketo
CAS No.	52236-30-3
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₄N₄O₂S
Molecular Weight	230.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-methylthio-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one; DADK; Desaminodiketometribuzin; Metribuzin Metabolite; 1,2,4-Triazin-5(4H)-one, 4-amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-; Bay DQ 474; Metribuzin DA-DK
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Quality Control

Our Metribuzin-Desamino-Diketo is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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