Description

Fonofos is a potent organophosphorus insecticide and nematicide, widely recognized for its effectiveness in soil pest management. Its primary value lies in providing reliable, systemic control of a broad spectrum of soil-dwelling insects and nematodes that threaten crop yields. This product is essential for agricultural professionals and formulators seeking to protect key crops such as corn, potatoes, and turf from root-feeding pests. We supply high-purity Fonofos CAS NO 944-22-9 to meet the stringent demands of the global agrochemical industry.

Application

• Agricultural Soil Treatment: Primary use as a soil-applied insecticide and nematicide for field crops.
• Corn Rootworm Control: Critical for integrated pest management (IPM) programs targeting larval corn rootworms.
• Potato Pest Management: Used to control wireworms, symphylans, and other soil pests in potato cultivation.
• Turf and Ornamental Protection: Applied in professional turf management for controlling grubs and other subsurface insects.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Serves as a key active ingredient in the manufacture of granular and liquid pesticide formulations.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and for toxicological or environmental fate studies in analytical and R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fonofos
CAS No.	944-22-9
Molecular Formula	C10H15OPS2
Molecular Weight	246.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Dyfonate; O-Ethyl S-phenyl ethylphosphonodithioate; Ethylphosphonodithioic acid O-ethyl S-phenyl ester; Fonophos; Stauffer N-2790; ENT 25,796; Cudgel
EINECS	213-408-0

Quality Control

Our Fonofos is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including GC and HPLC. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring compliance with your technical specifications and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong bases and organic solvents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and stored upright. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, yellowish to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.16 - 1.18
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.588 - 1.592

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