Molekula
Trichlorfon
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Trichlorfon is an organophosphate insecticide used primarily in agriculture and veterinary medicine to control pests. It acts as a cholinesterase inhibitor, disrupting nervous system function in target organisms. Available in powder and liquid forms, it has a CAS number of 52-68-6, molecular formula C4H8Cl3O4P, and molecular weight of 257.4367 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazardous—handle with care.
Molekula supplies Trichlorfon at >97% purity in 100 mg packs, from $168.40 excl. VAT. It is made or sourced to order. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
On backorder — expected to ship by 5 December 2026
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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100 mg — $168.40 per pack
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Other grades of Trichlorfon
| Grade | Purity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Trichlorfon USP CRS | — | Price on request |
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal powder |
| Heavy metals | <20ppm |
| Assay | >97% |
| Acidity | <0.3 |
| Moisture | <0.3% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Odour | Ethyl ether-like |
| Melting Point | 82.2 °C |
| Boiling Point | 100 °C at 0.1 mmHg |
| Density | 1.73 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 120 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in benzene, ethanol; sparsely soluble in diethyl ether and petroleum ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 7.8 × 10⁻⁶ mmHg at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3439 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.51 |
Source: PubChem CID 5853 (HSDB, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 67506309 |
| CAS Number | 52-68-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,2,2-trichloro-1-dimethoxyphosphorylethanol |
| EC Number | 200-149-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8Cl3O4P |
| Molecular Weight | 257.4367 |
| Exact Mass | 255.9226 |
| SMILES | COP(=O)(C(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)O)OC |
| InChIKey | NFACJZMKEDPNKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H8Cl3O4P/c1-10-12(9,11-2)3(8)4(5,6)7/h3,8H,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 5853 |
| UN Number | UN2783 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2931540000 |
| Tariff Code | 2931540000 |
Safety & GHS
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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
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P342+311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor
- P391 Collect spillage
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Chlorofos
- Chlorophos
- Chloroxyphos
- Dylox
- Methyl chlorophos
- Metrifonate
- Metriphonate
- Trichlorofon
- Trichlorophon
- Trichlorphon
Frequently asked questions
What is Trichlorfon used for?
Trichlorfon is primarily used as an insecticide in agriculture and veterinary applications, particularly for controlling pests in crops and livestock.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Trichlorfon?
The chemical formula of Trichlorfon is C4H8Cl3O4P, and its molecular weight is 257.4367 g/mol.
How should Trichlorfon be stored?
Trichlorfon should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Trichlorfon does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Trichlorfon as a white crystal powder with an assay of >97%, heavy metals <20 ppm, acidity <0.3 and moisture <0.3%.
Can Molekula supply Trichlorfon in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Trichlorfon in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Trichlorfon order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
Where can I buy Trichlorfon?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Trichlorfon in 100 mg packs from $168.40 excl. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
Is Trichlorfon dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. Trichlorfon ships as dangerous goods: UN2783, class 6.1, packing group III.
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