Description

Phosmet is a broad-spectrum organophosphate insecticide and acaricide widely used in agricultural and horticultural applications. Its primary value lies in its effectiveness against a diverse range of pests, including mites, aphids, and codling moths, while offering a distinct mode of action for resistance management programs. This product is essential for professional growers, crop protection formulators, and agricultural service providers seeking reliable pest control solutions for fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.

Application

• Agricultural Pest Control: Key application for protecting fruit orchards (e.g., apples, pears, peaches) and nut crops from codling moths, leafrollers, and other lepidopteran pests.
• Mite Management: Effective acaricidal action against spider mites and rust mites in various cropping systems, including vineyards and citrus.
• Vegetable and Row Crop Protection: Used on a variety of vegetables and field crops to control aphids, thrips, and other sucking insects.
• Ornamental and Nursery Use: Protects ornamental plants, trees, and shrubs in commercial nurseries and landscape settings from a spectrum of insect pests.
• Animal Health (Veterinary Use): Employed in certain regions for the control of ectoparasites on livestock, such as ticks and lice, under regulated conditions.
• Public Health Pest Control: Used in specific, targeted programs for managing insect vectors in accordance with local regulatory approvals.
• Industrial and Structural Pest Management: Component in professional pest control formulations for specific non-crop applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phosmet
CAS No.	732-11-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12NO4PS2
Molecular Weight	317.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Imidan; Prolate; Phthalophos; O,O-Dimethyl S-phthalimidomethyl phosphorodithioate; Phosphorodithioic acid, O,O-dimethyl ester, ester with N-(mercaptomethyl)phthalimide; ENT 25705; Appa; Kemolate; PMP
EINECS	211-987-4

Quality Control

Our Phosmet is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and efficacy. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical tests, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. We provide full traceability and support our product with Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail all critical specifications, ensuring compliance with FAO and other relevant international quality standards for technical-grade active ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%
Acidity (as H2SO4)	≤ 0.5%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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