Physical Properties
- Appearance: White or pale yellow powder.
- Melting Point: 195-198°C.
- Boiling Point: 426.1°C at 760 mmHg.
- Solubility:
- Insoluble in water (<1 mg/L at 25°C).
- Soluble in organic solvents:
- Methanol: 37 g/L
- Dichloromethane: 34 g/L
- Carbon tetrachloride: 28 g/L
- Chloroform: 216 g/L.
- Stability: Stable in aqueous suspensions from slightly acidic (pH 6) to alkaline conditions up to 100°C; decomposes under UV light.
Chemical Properties
- Reactivity: Acts as a non-systemic acaricide with contact action.
- Decomposition: Decomposes under UV light.
Uses
- Agricultural Applications: Used as a contact acaricide to control motile stages of phytophagous mites on various crops, including pome fruit, stone fruit, vines, hops, nuts, vegetables, and ornamentals.
- Compatibility: Non-phytotoxic to deciduous fruit, vines, vegetables, and outdoor ornamentals. Slight phytotoxicity may occur on citrus fruit and greenhouse ornamentals.
Safety Information
- Toxicity:
- Acute oral LD₅₀: 540 mg/kg (rats), 500-1000 mg/kg (rabbits), 780 mg/kg (guinea pigs).
- Acute dermal LD₅₀: >2000 mg/kg (rabbits).
- Hazard Classification:
- GHS07: Warning
- GHS09: Environmental hazard.
- Hazard Statements:
- H332: Harmful if inhaled.
- H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
- Safety Phrases:
- S13: Keep away from food, drink, and animal feeding stuffs.
- S60: This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
- S61: Avoid release to the environment.
Environmental Concerns
- Aquatic Toxicity: Very toxic to aquatic life, with potential long-lasting effects.
- Banned in Several Countries: Prohibited in Sweden, the USA, the UK, Australia, and several other countries.
Storage and Handling
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and UV light.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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