Ferbam
Also known as Ferric dimethyldithiocarbamate, Iron(III) dimethyldithiocarbamate, Trimanzone
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Black or dark-colored fluffy powder
- Melting point
- 180 °C
- Boiling point
- Decomposes
- Density
- Approx 0.6 kg/L
- Solubility
- Usually readily dispersible but very slightly soluble in water
- HS code
- 293020
- Category
- Fungicides
- UN number
- UN 3077

What is Ferbam?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Ferbam is a dark brown to black odorless solid. Used as a fungicide. (NIOSH, 2024)
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- tris(N,N-dimethylcarbamodithioate), iron(3+)
- CAS number
- 14484-64-1 CAS number cross-checked
- EC number
- 238-484-2
- Molecular formula
- C9H18FeN3S6
- UNII
- SKM8W5154H
- InChIKey
- WHDGWKAJBYRJJL-UHFFFAOYSA-K
- InChI
- InChI=1S/3C3H7NS2.Fe/c3*1-4(2)3(5)6;/h3*1-2H3,(H,5,6);/q;;;+3/p-3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CN(C)C(=S)[S-].CN(C)C(=S)[S-].CN(C)C(=S)[S-].[Fe+3]
Synonyms
- Ferric dimethyldithiocarbamate
- Iron(III) dimethyldithiocarbamate
- Trimanzone
- Cormate
- Fermacide
- Fermate
- Ferradow
- Hexaferb
- Hokmate
- Karbam Black
- Iron, tris(dimethyldithiocarbamato)-
- Iron dimethyldithiocarbamate
- Eisendimethyldithiocarbamat
- Tris(N,N-dimethyldithiocarbamato)iron(III)
- Aafertis
- Aaferzimag
- Ferberk
- Fermocide
- Fuklazin
- Knockmate
- Liromate
- Niacide
- Stauffer ferbam
- Fuklasin Ultra
- Ferbam, iron salt
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- Vancide FE95
- Bercema fertam 50
- Ferbam 50
- Ferbame
- Fermate ferbam fungicide
- Tris(dimethyldithiocarbamato)iron
- Iron tris(dimethyldithiocarbamate)
- Dimethyldithiocarbamic acid, iron salt
- ENT 14,689
- Dimethyldithiocarbamic acid, ferric salt
- Tris(dimethylcarbamodithioato-S,S')iron
- Carbamic acid, dimethyldithio-, iron salt
- Ferric dimethyl dithiocarbamate
- Dimethyldithiocarbamic acid, iron(3+) salt
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 | Black or dark-colored fluffy powderexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Odorlessexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 180 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | Decomposesexp.Measured value |
| Density | Approx 0.6 kg/Lexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Usually readily dispersible but very slightly soluble in waterexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | Negligibleexp.Measured value |
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 | 416.51 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 415.9174 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 1.14calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 9.72 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 6calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 0calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 19calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.67calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Components | 4calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (18)
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- 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 3077
- Transport hazard class
- 6.1
- Packing group
- III
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
Fungicide used on fruit, nuts, vegetables, ornamental crops, in household applications.
It is mainly used for protection of foliage against fungal pathogens including taphrina deformans of peaches at 175 g/100 L.
For citrus to control postbloom fruit drop.
Industries and functions
Roles
- agrochemical
- antifungal agent
- antifungal agrochemical
- antimicrobial agent
- fungicide
- pesticide
Functional uses
- Biocide
How it is made
Dimethyl amine and carbon disulfide react to give dimethylthiocarbamate. Reaction of that material with soluble ferric salts gives ferbam.
Prepared from sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate and a solution of a ferric salt
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 006-051-00-5
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Ferbam is traded under.
Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates
- India * partner reported12.2%
- Australia12.1%
- United States7.1%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Ferbam is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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