Description

Terbufos-Oxon-Sulfoxide is a key organophosphorus compound and a significant metabolite of the insecticide terbufos. This chemical is crucial for research and analytical purposes, particularly in environmental monitoring and toxicology studies to understand the degradation pathways and ecological impact of its parent compound. It is primarily sought by agrochemical research laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and regulatory bodies involved in pesticide residue analysis and metabolic profiling.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the accurate quantification of terbufos metabolites in environmental and biological samples via GC-MS or LC-MS.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Critical for researching the degradation, transformation, and persistence of terbufos in soil and water systems.
• Toxicological Research: Employed in studies to determine the toxicity, metabolic pathways, and biochemical effects of terbufos oxidation products.
• Method Development & Validation: Serves as a key analyte for developing and validating analytical methods in compliance with regulatory guidelines for pesticide residues.
• Quality Control in Manufacturing: Used to monitor and control the quality and impurity profiles during the synthesis of terbufos and related compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Terbufos-Oxon-Sulfoxide
CAS No.	56165-57-2
Molecular Formula	C9H21O3PS2
Molecular Weight	272.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Terbufos Oxon Sulfoxide; Terbufos sulfoxide oxon; S-[(tert-Butylthio)methyl] O,O-diethyl phosphorothioate sulfoxide; Phosphorothioic acid, S-[[(1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]methyl] O,O-diethyl ester, S-oxide; Terbufos oxon sulfone (common misnomer); TBFS-oxon-sulfoxide; Terbufos metabolite sulfoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Terbufos-Oxon-Sulfoxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting 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 place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere); prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided. Keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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