Isofenthion is an organophosphate insecticide used primarily in agriculture to control a variety of pests on crops like fruits, vegetables, and grains. It acts by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, an essential enzyme for nerve function in insects, leading to the accumulation of acetylcholine and subsequent paralysis and death of the pests. Isofenthion is absorbed through contact and ingestion, offering both systemic and contact activity.
MedKoo Cat#: 146327
Name: Isofenthion
CAS#: 28397-59-3
Chemical Formula: C10H15O3PS2
Exact Mass: 278.0200
Molecular Weight: 278.32
Elemental Analysis: C, 43.16; H, 5.43; O, 17.25; P, 11.13; S, 23.04
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 278.32 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 |
