Description

Chlorethoxyfos is an organophosphate insecticide and acaricide known for its contact and systemic activity. This compound is valued for its effectiveness in controlling a range of soil-dwelling and foliar pests in various agricultural systems. It is primarily utilized by the agrochemical industry for the formulation of crop protection products targeting key pests in major crops, ensuring yield protection and quality.

Application

• Agricultural Insecticide: Formulated for the control of soil-dwelling insects such as corn rootworms, wireworms, and cutworms in field crops including corn, potatoes, and cereals.
• Foliar Pest Management: Used in spray applications to manage sucking and chewing pests like aphids, mites, and leafhoppers on a variety of fruit and vegetable crops.
• Seed Treatment: Incorporated into seed coating formulations to provide early-season protection against pests, promoting healthy crop establishment.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Serves as a tool within IPM programs, offering an effective mode of action for resistance management strategies.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Acts as a key technical-grade active ingredient for manufacturers developing proprietary insecticidal formulations.
• Non-Crop Uses: Employed in certain scenarios for pest control in turf, ornamentals, and forestry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorethoxyfos
CAS No.	54593-83-8
Molecular Formula	C10H13Cl2O3PS
Molecular Weight	315.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Fortress; Chlorethoxyphos; O,O-Diethyl O-(1,2,2,2-tetrachloroethyl) phosphorothioate; S-2-Chloro-1-(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)vinyl O,O-diethyl phosphorothioate; Phosphorothioic acid, O,O-diethyl O-[1,2,2,2-tetrachloroethyl] ester; ENT 27972
EINECS	259-254-5

Quality Control

Our technical-grade Chlorethoxyfos is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet exacting specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, properly labeled container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization. Observe local regulations for the storage of pesticides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 92.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as H2SO4)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.40 - 1.45

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