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Dinobuton

Also known as Drawinol, Acrex, Dinofen

CAS 973-21-7Formula C14H18N2O7Molar mass 326.31 g/molEC 213-546-1
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Acute toxicity (severe), Hazardous to the environment 1 supplier listed
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Dinobuton chemical structure, C14H18N2O7, CAS 973-21-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Crystals from methanol or petroleum ether
Melting point
56 to 57
Solubility
In water, 0.1 mg/100 ml at 20 °C. In acetone 120, ethanol 8.3, xylene 89, n-hexane 1.9 (…
HS code
292090
Category
Insecticides and acaricides
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What is Dinobuton?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dinobuton is a C-nitro compound.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2-butan-2-yl-4,6-dinitrophenyl) propan-2-yl carbonate
CAS number
973-21-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 62655-72-5
EC number
213-546-1
Molecular formula
C14H18N2O7
UNII
A711XEV1PF
MDL number
MFCD00055423
InChIKey
HDWLUGYOLUHEMN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C14H18N2O7/c1-5-9(4)11-6-10(15(18)19)7-12(16(20)21)13(11)23-14(17)22-8(2)3/h6-9H,5H2,1-4H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCC(C)C1=C(C(=CC(=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-])OC(=O)OC(C)C

Synonyms

  • Drawinol
  • Acrex
  • Dinofen
  • Kasebon
  • Sytasol
  • Akrex
  • Talan
  • Dessin
  • Isophen (pesticide)
  • Union Carbide 19786
  • 2-sec-Butyl-4,6-dinitrophenyl isopropyl carbonate
  • MC 1053
  • UC 19786
  • OMS 1056
  • ENT 27,244
  • 2,4-Dinitro-6-sec-butylphenyl isopropyl carbonate
  • Isopropyl 2,4-dinitro-6-sec-butylphenyl carbonate
  • DS 18302
  • Dinitro-sec-butylphenyl isopropyl carbonate
  • 1-Methylethyl 2-(1-methylpropyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl carbonate
  • Carbonic acid, 2-sec-butyl-4,6-dinitrophenyl isopropyl ester
  • Carbonic acid, 1-methylethyl 2-(1-methylpropyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl ester
  • Phenol, 2-sec-butyl-4,6-dinitro-, isopropylcarbonate
  • 2-(1-Methyl-2-propyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl isopropylcarbonate
  • Isopropyl-2-(1-methyl-n-propyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl carbonate
Show all 33 synonyms
  • Isothion
  • Isofen
  • (2-butan-2-yl-4,6-dinitrophenyl) propan-2-yl carbonate
  • 2-(butan-2-yl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl propan-2-yl carbonate
  • Propanedioic acid, 1,3-dithiolan-2-ylidene-, bis(1-methylethyl) ester, mixt. with O,O-dimethyl O-(3-methyl-4-(methylthio)phenyl)phosphorothioate
  • methylethyl [6-(methylpropyl)-2,4-dinitrophenoxy]formate
  • (2-sek.Butyl-4,6-dinitrofenyl)-isopropylkarbonat
  • 2,4-Dinitro-6-sek.butyl-isopropylphenylcarbonat

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Appearance
Crystals from methanol or petroleum etherexp.
Melting point
56 to 57exp.
Solubility
In water, 0.1 mg/100 ml at 20 °C. In acetone 120, ethanol 8.3, xylene 89, n-hexane 1.9 (all in g/100 ml at 20 °C)exp.
Vapour pressure
Less than 10-5 mbar 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
326.31 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
326.1114 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.94calc.
Topological polar surface area
121.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)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, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

Non-systemic acaricide & fungicide.

Miticide.

Non-systemic acaricide, principally for control of motile stages of spider mites, with secondary fungicidal activity. Used for the control of spider mites in fruit, vegetable, hop, and vine cultivation. Control of powdery mildew on pome fruit and cucumbers. Also recommended for glasshouse use.

Use classes: Acaricides.

How it is made

By condensation of alkali salt of dinoseb with isopropyl chloroformate.

Production is by esterification of 2-sec-butyl-4,6-dinitrophenol with isopropyl chloroformate.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 006-028-00-X

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2920.90Indicative HS code

Esters, other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts…

World exports in 2024
$1.05B
+8.0% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China33.4%
  2. Germany18.8%
  3. United States12.4%
Top importers
  1. United States19.2%
  2. Singapore8.9%
  3. South Korea6.9%
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The HS code shown for Dinobuton is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Dinobuton?

Dinobuton is a C-nitro compound.

What is the CAS number of Dinobuton?

The CAS registry number of Dinobuton is 973-21-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 62655-72-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dinobuton?

The molecular formula of Dinobuton is C14H18N2O7 and its molar mass is 326.31 g/mol.

What is Dinobuton used for?

Non-systemic acaricide & fungicide. Miticide. Non-systemic acaricide, principally for control of motile stages of spider mites, with secondary fungicidal activity. Used for the control of spider mites in fruit, vegetable, hop, and vine cultivation. Control of powdery mildew on pome fruit and cucumbers.

Is Dinobuton hazardous?

Dinobuton carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: toxic if swallowed, very toxic to aquatic life, very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dinobuton?

Dinobuton is usually classified under HS code 292090 (Esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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