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Cypermethrin

Also known as Supercypermethrin, Barricade, Ripcord

CAS 52315-07-8Formula C22H19Cl2NO3Molar mass 416.30 g/molEC 257-842-9
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant, Serious health hazard, Hazardous to the environment 245 suppliers listed
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Cypermethrin chemical structure, C22H19Cl2NO3, CAS 52315-07-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Viscous semi-solid
Melting point
70 °C
Density
1.25 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility
In water, 4 × 10⁻³ mg/L at 20 °C
HS code
292690
Category
Insecticides and acaricides
UN number
UN 3352
Illustrative photo, 25 litre white jerry cans of liquid in a warehouse
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Cypermethrin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Cypermethrin is a carboxylic ester resulting from the formal condensation between 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylic acid and the alcoholic hydroxy group of hydroxy(3-phenoxyphenyl)acetonitrile. It has a role as an agrochemical, a molluscicide, a pyrethroid ester insecticide and a pyrethroid ester acaricide. It is a nitrile, an aromatic ether, an organochlorine compound and a cyclopropanecarboxylate ester. It is functionally related to a 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylic acid.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
[cyano-(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl] 3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropane-1-carboxylate
CAS number
52315-07-8 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 137497-61-1, 211504-93-7, 86752-99-0, 86753-92-6, 97955-44-7
EC numbers
257-842-9, 619-306-6
Molecular formula
C22H19Cl2NO3
UNII
1TR49121NP
MDL number
MFCD00055328
InChIKey
KAATUXNTWXVJKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C22H19Cl2NO3/c1-22(2)17(12-19(23)24)20(22)21(26)28-18(13-25)14-7-6-10-16(11-14)27-15-8-4-3-5-9-15/h3-12,17-18,20H,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1(C(C1C(=O)OC(C#N)C2=CC(=CC=C2)OC3=CC=CC=C3)C=C(Cl)Cl)C

Synonyms

  • Supercypermethrin
  • Barricade
  • Ripcord
  • Ammo
  • Ustaad
  • Cypermethrine
  • Agrothrin
  • Basathrin
  • Cyperkill
  • Cymbush
  • Sherpa
  • Ardap
  • Creokhin
  • Cymperator
  • Hilcyperin
  • Neramethrin
  • Arrivo
  • Cyperco
  • Cyperil
  • Kordon
  • Nurele
  • Toppel
  • Cypor
  • Demon
  • Excis
Show all 39 synonyms
  • Fenom
  • Colt
  • Ambush C
  • Ambush CY
  • Asymmethrin
  • Cypercopal
  • Cypersect
  • Ectopor
  • Flectron
  • Kreokhin
  • Mustang
  • Siperin
  • Drago
  • Fury

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Viscous semi-solidexp.
Odour
Odorlessexp.
Melting point
70 °Cexp.
Density
1.25 g/cm³ at 20 °Cexp.
Solubility
In water, 4 × 10⁻³ mg/L at 20 °Cexp.
Vapour pressure
1.7 × 10⁻⁹ mm Hg at 20 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
416.30 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
415.0742 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.18calc.
Topological polar surface area
59.32 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
28calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.27calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C(OCc1cccc(Oc2ccccc2)c1)C1CC1

O=C(OCc1cccc(Oc2ccccc2)c1)C1CC1

3 rings, 20 atoms.

165 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H332Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (15)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 3352
Transport hazard class
6.1
Packing group
II

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Insecticides (pyrethroid ester insecticides) (Compend Pest Common Names available at.

Cypermethrin is registered for agricultural use as a foliar application on food and feed crops including cotton, pecans, peanuts, broccoli and other Brassicas, and sweet corn. Cypermethrin can be applied to livestock in eartags, and to horses. Cypermethrin is also registered for use on industrial, commercial, and residential sites. It is registered for outdoor use as a soil residual termiticide and to control insect pests such as ants in and on structures, impervious surfaces (in perimeter and crack and crevice treatments) and lawns. Cypermethrin can also be applied indoors to control ants, cockroaches, fleas, and other insects.

Use classes: Insecticides, Pesticides.

Pharmacological actions

  • Insecticides

Roles

  • acaricide
  • agrochemical
  • biophysical role
  • insecticide
  • membrane transport modulator
  • molluscicide
  • pesticide
  • pyrethroid ester acaricide
  • pyrethroid ester insecticide
  • pyrethroid insecticide
  • sodium channel modulator

Functional uses

  • Biocide

How it is made

Cypermethrin is produced by condensation of 3-phenoxybenzaldehyde with 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)- 2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylic acid.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 607-421-00-4

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cypermethrin is traded under.

HS 2926.90Indicative HS code

Nitrile-function compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$2.15B
−13.5% vs 2023, imports $2.17B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.6%
  2. France * partner reported12.7%
  3. India * partner reported11.2%
Top importers
  1. United States13.6%
  2. China12.4%
  3. Brazil11.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Cypermethrin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cypermethrin, based on the data on this page

What is Cypermethrin?

Cypermethrin is a carboxylic ester resulting from the formal condensation between 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylic acid and the alcoholic hydroxy group of hydroxy(3-phenoxyphenyl)acetonitrile.

What is the CAS number of Cypermethrin?

The CAS registry number of Cypermethrin is 52315-07-8. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 137497-61-1, 211504-93-7, 86752-99-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cypermethrin?

The molecular formula of Cypermethrin is C22H19Cl2NO3 and its molar mass is 416.30 g/mol.

What is Cypermethrin used for?

Insecticides (pyrethroid ester insecticides) (Compend Pest Common Names available at. Cypermethrin is registered for agricultural use as a foliar application on food and feed crops including cotton, pecans, peanuts, broccoli and other Brassicas, and sweet corn.

Is Cypermethrin hazardous?

Cypermethrin carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, harmful if inhaled, may cause respiratory irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cypermethrin?

Cypermethrin is usually classified under HS code 292690 (Nitrile-function compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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