| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
(4-chloro-3-nitro-phenoxy)-dimethoxy-sulfanylidene-phosphorane | [CAS]
5826-76-6 | [Synonyms]
phosnichlor
(4-chloro-3-nitro-phenoxy)-dimethoxy-sulfanylidene-phosphorane
phosnichlor O-4-chloro-3-nitrophenyl O,O-dimethyl phosphorothioate
Phosphorothioic acid, O-(4-chloro-3-nitrophenyl) O,O-dimethyl ester | [Molecular Formula]
C8H9ClNO5PS | [MDL Number]
MFCD00242853 | [MOL File]
5826-76-6.mol | [Molecular Weight]
297.65 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Production Methods]
Phosnichlor is commercially synthesized through a multi-step process typical of organothiophosphate insecticides. The production involves the esterification of dimethyl phosphorothioic acid with 4-chloro-3-nitrophenol, forming the phosphorothioate ester under controlled conditions. This reaction is carried out in organic solvents with appropriate catalysts to ensure high yield and purity. | [Mechanism of action]
Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitor. | [Pesticide Type]
Insecticide |
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