Acethion is an organophosphorus insecticide that was primarily used to control house flies and other pests. It operates by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase (AChE), an enzyme essential for proper nervous system function in insects. This inhibition leads to the accumulation of acetylcholine at synaptic junctions, resulting in continuous nerve stimulation, paralysis, and ultimately the death of the target pests. Acethion is a non-systemic insecticide, meaning it acts primarily on contact and ingestion by the target organisms.
MedKoo Cat#: 146268
Name: Acethion
CAS#: 919-54-0
Chemical Formula: C8H17O4PS2
Exact Mass: 272.0306
Molecular Weight: 272.31
Elemental Analysis: C, 35.29; H, 6.29; O, 23.50; P, 11.37; S, 23.55
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 272.31 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 |
