Profenofos
Also known as Curacron, Selecron, Profenophos
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Pale yellow liquid
- Boiling point
- 100 °C
- Density
- 1.455 @ 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 28 mg/l @ 25 °C
- HS code
- 293090
- Category
- Insecticides and acaricides
- UN number
- UN 3018

What is Profenofos?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Profenofos is an organochlorine insecticide, an organophosphate insecticide, an organic thiophosphate and a member of monochlorobenzenes. It has a role as an acaricide, an agrochemical and an EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor. It is functionally related to a 4-bromo-2-chlorophenol.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- 4-bromo-2-chloro-1-[ethoxy(propylsulfanyl)phosphoryl]oxybenzene
- CAS number
- 41198-08-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 81116-98-5, 81123-19-5
- EC number
- 255-255-2
- Molecular formula
- C11H15BrClO3PS
- UNII
- 7J04O7BS4W
- InChIKey
- QYMMJNLHFKGANY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C11H15BrClO3PS/c1-3-7-18-17(14,15-4-2)16-11-6-5-9(12)8-10(11)13/h5-6,8H,3-4,7H2,1-2H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CCCSP(=O)(OCC)OC1=C(C=C(C=C1)Br)Cl
Synonyms
- Curacron
- Selecron
- Profenophos
- O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl phosphorothioate
- CGA 15324
- Phosphorothioic acid, O-(4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl ester
- (rs)-(O-4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl o-ethyl S-propyl phosphorothioate)
- 4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl ethyl (propylsulfanyl)phosphonate
- 4-bromo-2-chloro-1-[ethoxy(propylsulfanyl)phosphoryl]oxybenzene
- O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl-S-propyl phosphorothioate
- (+)-Profenofos
- (-)-Profenofos
- o-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) o-ethyl S-propyl thiophosphate
- C11H15BrClO3PS
- Profenofos (Standard)
- (R)-O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl phosphorothioate
- (S)-O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl phosphorothioate
- Phosphorothioic Acid O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-Ethyl S-Propyl Ester
- Phosphorothioic acid, O-(4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl S-propyl ester
- Phosphorothioic acid, O-(4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl ester, (R)-
- Phosphorothioic acid, O-(4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl) O-ethyl S-propyl ester, (S)-
- Profenofos, analytical standard
- O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl-S-propylphosphorothioate
- Profenofos 100 microg/mL in Methanol
- Profenofos 1000 microg/mL in Acetone
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- Profenofos 1000 microg/mL in Toluene
- Profenofos 10 microg/mL in Cyclohexane
- Profenofos 1000 microg/mL in Methanol
- Profenofos 100 microg/mL in Cyclohexane
- Profenofos, PESTANAL(R), analytical standard
- o-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl) o-ethyl S-propyl thiophosphate #
- 4-bromo-2-chloro-1-[ethoxy(propylsulfanyl)phosphoryl]oxy-benzene
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 | Pale yellow liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Garlic-likeexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 100 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 1.455 @ 20 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | In water, 28 mg/l @ 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 9.00 × 10⁻⁷ mm Hg @ 25 °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 | 373.64 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 371.9351 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 5.77calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 35.53 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 4calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 7calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 18calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.46calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 1calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (1 violation)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.
- H312Harmful in contact with skin.
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (15)
- 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.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P317Get medical help.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 3018
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
Control of insects (particularly Lepidopetera) and mites.
Acaricide.
Use classes: Insecticides.
Industries and functions
Pharmacological actions
- Insecticides
Roles
- acaricide
- agrochemical
- enzyme inhibitor
- pesticide
Functional uses
- Biocide
How it is made
O-Chlorophenol + phosphorus oxychloride + n-propyl mercaptan + ethanol (ring bromination/dehydrochlorination/dehydrochlorination/dehydrochlorination)
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 015-135-00-0
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Profenofos is traded under.
Organo-sulphur compounds, other
- China40.7%
- United States10.9%
- Japan9.3%
- United States13.3%
- Brazil12.6%
- China6.6%
The HS code shown for Profenofos is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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