Thicrofos is an organophosphate compound known for its use as an insecticide and pesticide. It works by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme critical for breaking down acetylcholine in the nervous system, leading to the accumulation of acetylcholine and overstimulation of nerve cells. This results in the paralysis and death of insects. Due to its mechanism, thicrofos is primarily applied in agricultural settings to control pest populations, although its use requires caution due to potential toxicity to non-target organisms, including humans and animals.
MedKoo Cat#: 146196
Name: Thicrofos
CAS#: 41219-32-3
Chemical Formula: C7H8O3
Exact Mass: 140.0473
Molecular Weight: 140.14
Elemental Analysis: C, 60.00; H, 5.75; O, 34.25
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 140.14 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
