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Nitralin

Also known as Planavin, Nitraline, Planuin

CAS 4726-14-1Formula C13H19N3O6SMolar mass 345.38 g/molEC 225-219-0
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Hazardous to the environment
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Nitralin chemical structure, C13H19N3O6S, CAS 4726-14-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Golden-orange crystalline solid
Melting point
151 to 152
Boiling point
>225
Density
Greater than 1 at 68 °F (est)
Solubility
SOLUBILITY @ 22 °C: 0.6 MG/L IN WATER, 360 G/L IN ACETONE, 330 G/L IN DIMETHYLSULFOXIDE,…
HS code
293090
Category
Herbicides
UN number
UN 3077
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What is Nitralin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Nitralin is a C-nitro compound.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
4-methylsulfonyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
CAS number
4726-14-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
225-219-0
Molecular formula
C13H19N3O6S
UNII
697W0VS4HQ
InChIKey
UMKANAFDOQQUKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H19N3O6S/c1-4-6-14(7-5-2)13-11(15(17)18)8-10(23(3,21)22)9-12(13)16(19)20/h8-9H,4-7H2,1-3H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCN(CCC)C1=C(C=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)C)[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • Planavin
  • Nitraline
  • Planuin
  • Planavin 75
  • SD 11831
  • 2,6-Dinitro-4-methylsulfonyl-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • Aniline, 4-(methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-
  • Benzenamine, 4-(methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-
  • 4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • 4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylbenzenamine
  • 4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylbenzeneamine
  • Aniline, 2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-
  • 2,6-Dinitro-4-methylsulfonyl-N-N-di-n-propylaniline
  • DNA-nitralin
  • Niralin
  • 4-methylsulfonyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • N,N-Dipropyl-4-methylsulfonyl-2,6-dinitroaniline
  • 4-Methylsulphonyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • 2,6-Dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)benzenamine
  • Benzenamine, 2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-4-(methylsulfonlyl)-
  • Nitralin, PESTANAL(R), analytical standard
  • 4-Mesyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • 4-methylsulfonyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-aniline
  • 4-(Methanesulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline
  • N,N-di(n-propyl)-2,6-dinitro-4-methylsulfonylaniline
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  • 4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropylaniline #
  • Benzenamine,4-methylsulfonyl-2,6-dinitro-N,N-dipropyl-
  • N,N-Dipropyl-2,6-dinitro-4-methylsulfonylaniline

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
Golden-orange crystalline solidexp.
Odour
MILD CHEMICAL ODORexp.
Melting point
151 to 152exp.
Boiling point
>225exp.
Density
Greater than 1 at 68 °F (est)exp.
Autoignition temperature
223.9 °Cexp.
Solubility
SOLUBILITY @ 22 °C: 0.6 MG/L IN WATER, 360 G/L IN ACETONE, 330 G/L IN DIMETHYLSULFOXIDE, POORLY SOL IN COMMON HYDROCARBON AND AROMATIC SOLVENTS AND IN COMMON ALCOHOLSexp.
Vapour pressure
9.3 × 10⁻⁹ mm Hg at 20 °C, 3.3 × 10⁻⁸ mm Hg at 30 °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
345.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
345.0995 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.53calc.
Topological polar surface area
123.7 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.54calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
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
Warning
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements (3)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 3077

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

Selective pre-emergence herbicide, for weed control in beans, colza, sunflower.

Formerly for weed control in cotton, okra, soybeans, safflower, peanuts, alfalfa, certain vegetable crops.

Use classes: Herbicides, Pharmaceuticals.

How it is made

Formerly by nitration of methyl-p-chlorophenyl sulfone followed by reaction with di-n-propylamine

Reacting dipropyl amine with 4-chloro-3,5-dinitrophenylmethylsulfone yields nitralin.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2930.90Indicative HS code

Organo-sulphur compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$5.83B
+0.1% vs 2023, imports $5.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.7%
  2. United States10.9%
  3. Japan9.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. Brazil12.6%
  3. China6.6%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Nitralin?

Nitralin is a C-nitro compound.

What is the CAS number of Nitralin?

The CAS registry number of Nitralin is 4726-14-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Nitralin?

The molecular formula of Nitralin is C13H19N3O6S and its molar mass is 345.38 g/mol.

What is Nitralin used for?

Selective pre-emergence herbicide, for weed control in beans, colza, sunflower. Formerly for weed control in cotton, okra, soybeans, safflower, peanuts, alfalfa, certain vegetable crops. Use classes: Herbicides, Pharmaceuticals.

Is Nitralin hazardous?

Nitralin carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: very toxic to aquatic life. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Nitralin?

Nitralin is usually classified under HS code 293090 (Organo-sulphur compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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