Metobromuron
Also known as Metbromuron, Monobromuron, Pattonex
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Crystals from cyclohexane
- Melting point
- 95 to 96
- Solubility
- IN WATER: 320 PPM AT 20 °C, SOL IN METHANOL, ETHANOL, ACETONE, CHLOROFORM
- HS code
- 292421
- Category
- Herbicides

What is Metobromuron?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Metobromuron is a member of ureas.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- 3-(4-bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
- CAS number
- 3060-89-7 CAS number cross-checked
- EC number
- 221-301-5
- Molecular formula
- C9H11BrN2O2
- UNII
- 4251089P3L
- MDL number
- MFCD00017799
- InChIKey
- WLFDQEVORAMCIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C9H11BrN2O2/c1-12(14-2)9(13)11-8-5-3-7(10)4-6-8/h3-6H,1-2H3,(H,11,13)
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CN(C(=O)NC1=CC=C(C=C1)Br)OC
Synonyms
- Metbromuron
- Monobromuron
- Pattonex
- 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
- N'-(4-Bromophenyl)-N-methoxy-N-methylurea
- 3-(p-Bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
- Urea, 3-(p-bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methyl-
- 3-(p-Bromophenyl)-1-methyl-1-methoxyurea
- N-(4-Bromophenyl)-N'-methyl-N'-methoxy-harnstoff
- Patoran
- Metobromurone
- CIBA-3126
- Urea, N'-(4-bromophenyl)-N-methoxy-N-methyl-
- 3-(4-Bromphenyl)-1-methoxyharnstoff
- 1-(4-bromophenyl)-3-methoxy-3-methylurea
- Patoran FL
- Metobromuron, analytical standard
- Metobromuron 10 |Ig/mL in Acetonitrile
- Metobromuron 100 |Ig/mL in Acetonitrile
- Metobromuron 10 microg/mL in Acetonitrile
- Metobromuron 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile
- 3-(4-bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methyl-urea
- N-(p-Bromophenyl)-N'-methyl-N'-methoxyurea
- Metobromuron, PESTANAL(R), analytical standard
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 | Crystals from cyclohexaneexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | 95 to 96exp.Measured value |
| Solubility | IN WATER: 320 PPM AT 20 °C, SOL IN METHANOL, ETHANOL, ACETONE, CHLOROFORMexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 3 × 10⁻⁶ MM HG @ 20 °Cexp.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 | 259.10 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 258.0004 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 2.47calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 41.57 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 2calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 14calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.22calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H302Harmful if swallowed.
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H351Suspected of causing cancer.
- 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 (17)
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- 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.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P317Get medical help.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- 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
Used on beans, soybeans, tomatoes, tobacco, potatoes, flax, and sunflowers.
/It is a/ selective pre-emergent annual broadleafed weed and grass control in potatoes, white (field) and snap (bush) beans, at 1.5-2.5 kg ai/hectare ... (It is) somewhat less effective against grasses, particularly at low rates.
Recommended for pre-emergence use on potatoes, beans, groundnuts at rates of 1.5-2.0 kg ai/hectare, on tobacco prior to transplanting at 1.5-2.5 kg ai/hectare.
As a herbicide.
Use classes: Pesticides, Herbicides.
How it is made
Prepared by bromination of n-phenyl-n'-methoxy-n'-methylurea: h martin et al, swiss patent 405,821 corresp to us patent 3,288,851 (both 1966 to ciba).
By bromination of 1-methoxy-1-methyl-3-phenylurea or by reaction of 4-bromophenyl isocyanate with o,n-dimethylhydroxylamine. ... British patent 965,313, us patent 3,223,721.
Reaction of p-bromoaniline with phosgene and N,O-dimethylhydroxylamine (phosgenation/isocyanate addition).
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
No regulatory list memberships are recorded for this substance yet. Always check the rules of the importing and exporting country before trade.
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
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Ureines and their derivatives, salts thereof
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