Molekula
Metalaxyl-M
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Metalaxyl-M is a systemic fungicide belonging to the acylalanine class, widely used to control oomycete pathogens in agriculture, particularly on crops like potatoes, tomatoes, and ornamentals. It prevents fungal diseases such as late blight by inhibiting protein synthesis in the pathogen. This chemical has a CAS number of 70630-17-0, a molecular formula of C15H21NO4, and a molecular weight of 279.33 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a warning signal word under standard classification. Molekula supplies Metalaxyl-M from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Brown, homogenous, oily liquid |
| pH | 4.0 - 8.0 |
| Assay | ≥91.0% |
| Acetone Insoluble | ≤0.2% |
| Moisture | ≤0.5% |
| Enantiomers | (- Mass traction) ≤5.0% |
| 2,6-dimethylaniline mass fraction | ≤0.05% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032003 |
| CAS Number | 70630-17-0 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl (2R)-2-(N-(2-methoxyacetyl)-2,6-dimethylanilino)propanoate |
| Molecular Formula | C15H21NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 279.33 |
| Exact Mass | 279.1471 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C)N([C@H](C)C(=O)OC)C(=O)COC |
| InChIKey | ZQEIXNIJLIKNTD-GFCCVEGCSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H21NO4/c1-10-7-6-8-11(2)14(10)16(13(17)9-19-4)12(3)15(18)20-5/h6-8,12H,9H2,1-5H3/t12-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 11150163 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29242977 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (-)-Metalaxyl
- (R)-Metalaxyl
- D-Alanine, N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(methoxyacetyl)-, methyl ester
- Mefenoxam
- Methenoxam
- methyl (2R)-2-(N-(2-methoxyacetyl)-2,6-dimethylanilino)propanoate
- methyl N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(methoxyacetyl)-D-alaninate
- Methyl N-(methoxyacetyl)-N-(2,6-xylyl)-D-alaninate
- Ridomil Gold
- Subdue Maxx
Frequently asked questions
What is Metalaxyl-M used for?
Metalaxyl-M is primarily used as a fungicide to control oomycete pathogens (e.g., *Phytophthora*, *Pythium*, and *Aphanomyces*) in agriculture, particularly in crops like potatoes, tomatoes, and soybeans.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Metalaxyl-M?
The chemical formula is **C15H21NO4**, and the molecular weight is **279.33 g/mol**.
How should Metalaxyl-M be stored?
Store Metalaxyl-M at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and direct sunlight.
What grades or purity levels of Metalaxyl-M does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical-grade Metalaxyl-M** (typically ≥95% purity) for industrial and agricultural applications.
Can Molekula supply Metalaxyl-M in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Metalaxyl-M in **bulk quantities** (e.g., drums, totes, or custom packaging) depending on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of Metalaxyl-M?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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