Cyfluthrin

Description

Cyfluthrin · CAS 68359-37-5 · C22H18Cl2FNO3. UNII SCM2QLZ6S0. Melting Point: 60 °C; Solubility: In water, 3.0X10-3 mg/L at 20 °C; Density: 1.34 g/cu cm at 22 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	68359-37-5
PubChem CID	104926
Molecular formula	C22H18Cl2FNO3
IUPAC name	[cyano-(4-fluoro-3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl] 3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropane-1-carboxylate
UNII (FDA)	SCM2QLZ6S0

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	434.3
XLogP3	6.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	5
Rotatable Bond Count	7
Exact Mass	433.0647770
Monoisotopic Mass	433.0647770
Topological Polar Surface Area	59.3
Heavy Atom Count	29
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	60 °C
Solubility	In water, 3.0X10-3 mg/L at 20 °C
Density	1.34 g/cu cm at 22 °C
Density	Density (at 20 °C): 1.27 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure	1.50X10-10 mm Hg at 20 °C
LogP	log Kow = 5.95
LogP	5.9
LogP	5.93

Physical description & handling notes

• Cyfluthrin appears as a viscous amber partly crystalline oil. Used as an insecticide.
• Yellowish-brown liquid or colorless solid; [HSDB] Brown solid; [MSDSonline]
• BROWN CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• Yellowish-brown oil
• Colorless crystals
• Aromatic solvent odor at room temp

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	INSECTICIDE: Veterinary Drug BAY FCR JECFA ADI: 0-0.02 mg/kg bw TRS 879-JECFA 48/46 FAS 39-JECFA 48/79

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H300, H330, H362, H370, H400, H410, H331 (16.3%), H301

Documented Uses

• Used as an agricultural insecticide; [Merck Index] Used as a veterinary medication; [HSDB]
• Insecticide effective against Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, Hemiptera and Homoptera ... also against migratory locusts and grasshoppers; and in animal health
• Pyrethroids are used as insecticides. (L857)
• Veterinary Drug -> INSECTICIDE -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Information on 29 consumer products that contain Cyfluthrin in the following categories is provided:
• Preparation of racemic mixture: R. Fuchs et al, DE 2709264; eidem, US 4218469 (1978, 1980 both to Bayer AG). Preparation of stereoisomers: eidem, EP 22970; eidem, US 4287208 (both 1981 to Bayer AG).

Synonyms

CYFLUTHRIN; 68359-37-5; Cyfoxylate; Baythroid; Solfac; Responsar; Syfrutrin; Tempo 2; Baythroid H; Eulan SP; Cyfluthine; Cyfluthrine; Bay-fcr 1272; Caswell No. 266E; FCR 1272; FCR 4545

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Cyfluthrin?

CAS 68359-37-5; molecular formula C22H18Cl2FNO3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Cyfluthrin known by?

CYFLUTHRIN, 68359-37-5, Cyfoxylate, Baythroid, Solfac, Responsar.

What is the regulatory status of Cyfluthrin?

Documented regulatory listings: INSECTICIDE: Veterinary Drug; BAY FCR; JECFA ADI: 0-0.02 mg/kg bw.

Is Cyfluthrin classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H300, H330, H362, H370, H400.

What are the key physical properties of Cyfluthrin?

Melting Point: 60 °C; Solubility: In water, 3.0X10-3 mg/L at 20 °C; Density: 1.34 g/cu cm at 22 °C; Density: Density (at 20 °C): 1.27 g/cm³.

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