Molekula
Tetramethrin
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Tetramethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used for controlling a wide range of pests in agricultural and household settings. It acts as a neurotoxin on insects by disrupting sodium channels in nerve cells. Available in pure form with a molecular weight of 331.41 g/mol, its chemical formula is C19H25NO4, and it is identified by CAS number 7696-12-0. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Hazard classification includes the signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Tetramethrin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Odour | Slight pyrethrum-like odor |
| Melting Point | 60-80 °C |
| Boiling Point | 180-190 °C at 0.1 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 1.83 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 10 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5175 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 4.73 |
Source: PubChem CID 83975 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030391 |
| CAS Number | 7696-12-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (1,3-dioxo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydroisoindol-2-yl)methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-enyl)cyclopropane-1-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 231-711-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C19H25NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 331.41 |
| Exact Mass | 331.1784 |
| SMILES | CC(=CC1C(C1(C)C)C(=O)OCN2C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)CCCC3)C |
| InChIKey | CXBMCYHAMVGWJQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C19H25NO4/c1-11(2)9-14-15(19(14,3)4)18(23)24-10-20-16(21)12-7-5-6-8-13(12)17(20)22/h9,14-15H,5-8,10H2,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 83975 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29251995 |
| Tariff Code | 2925199590 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH381 Suspected of causing endocrine disruption in humans
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H371 May cause damage to organs
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Bioneopynamin
- Insectol
- Neo-pynamin
- Neopinamin
- Neopynamin forte
- Phthalthrin
- Py-Kill
- Tetramethrine
- Tetramethrinum
- Tetrametrina
Frequently asked questions
What is tetramethrin primarily used for?
Tetramethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide commonly used in aerosol sprays, coils, and lotions for controlling flying insects like mosquitoes, flies, and moths.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tetramethrin?
The chemical formula is **C19H25NO4**, and the molecular weight is **331.41 g/mol**.
How should tetramethrin be stored?
Tetramethrin should be stored at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grades or purity levels of tetramethrin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies tetramethrin in **technical-grade purity (typically ≥95%)** for industrial and formulation applications.
Can Molekula supply tetramethrin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply tetramethrin in bulk, with quantities tailored to customer requirements (minimum order quantities may apply).
What documentation is provided with a tetramethrin order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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