Phenkapton is an organophosphorus compound used as an acaricide and insecticide, primarily in agricultural settings to control mites and insect pests on crops like citrus and vegetables. Its mechanism of action involves inhibition of acetylcholinesterase (AChE), an essential enzyme in the nervous system, leading to the accumulation of acetylcholine and disruption of nerve signal transmission, which causes paralysis and death in pests. Phenkapton is absorbed through contact and ingestion, making it effective against a broad range of pests.
MedKoo Cat#: 146310
Name: Phenkapton
CAS#: 2275-14-1
Chemical Formula: C11H15Cl2O2PS3
Exact Mass: 375.9349
Molecular Weight: 377.29
Elemental Analysis: C, 35.02; H, 4.01; Cl, 18.79; O, 8.48; P, 8.21; S, 25.49
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 377.29 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 |
