Flufenoxuron CAS No. 101463-69-8

Agrochemicals 2025-03-02

Flufenoxuron 

CAS No.: 101463-69-8 | EC No.: 417-680-3


1. Chemical Identification

Property Specification
IUPAC Name N-[[[4-[2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-2-fluorophenyl]amino]carbonyl]-2,6-difluorobenzamide
Molecular Formula C₂₁H₁₁ClF₆N₂O₃
Molecular Weight 488.77 g/mol
Appearance Off-white to light beige powder
Melting Point 169-172°C (decomposes)
Vapor Pressure 6.52×10⁻¹² Pa at 20°C
pKa 8.68±0.46 (predicted)

Synonyms:
1-[4-(2-chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyloxy)-2-fluorophenyl]-3-(2,6-difluorobenzoyl)urea


2. Key Applications

Agricultural Pest Control
  • Target Crops:
    ✓ Cotton
    ✓ Citrus orchards
    ✓ Fruit trees
    ✓ Cruciferous vegetables
  • Target Pests:
    ✓ Spider mites
    ✓ Cabbage worm (Pieris rapae)
    ✓ Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella)
    ✓ Cabbage borer (Hellula undalis)
Application Method
  • Dilution Ratio: 2,000-4,000× of 5% EC formulation
  • Application Timing: Peak egg hatching to 1st-2nd instar larvae stage

3. Product Advantages

✔ Dual Action – Effective against both insects and mites
✔ Long Residual Activity – Prolonged protection period
✔ Plant Safety – Excellent leaf retention properties
✔ High Potency – Low effective dosage required


4. Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Solubility:
    • Water: 0.0012 mg/L (20°C)
    • Organic solvents: Soluble in acetone, dichloromethane
  • Stability:
    • Stable to hydrolysis (pH 4-9)
    • Photostable in sunlight

5. Handling & Storage

Parameter Requirement
Storage Temp 0-30°C in original packaging
Packaging 25kg fiber drum with liner
Shelf Life 36 months when properly stored
Special Notes Keep away from food/feed

6. Safety Information

Precautionary Statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H317: May cause allergic skin reaction
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life

Protective Measures:

  • P273: Avoid release to the environment
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container properly

7. Quality Specifications

  • Purity: ≥95% (HPLC)
  • Related Substances: ≤2.0%
  • Water Content: ≤0.5%

Disclaimer:
This information is for professional users only. Always follow label instructions and wear proper PPE during handling. Compliance with local pesticide regulations is mandatory.