CAS 1910-42-5

Methyl viologen

Description:

Methyl viologen, also known as paraquat, is a synthetic compound with the chemical formula C12H14N2. It is characterized by its bright blue color in its cationic form and is primarily used as a herbicide due to its ability to disrupt photosynthesis in plants. Methyl viologen is a bipyridinium compound, featuring two pyridine rings connected by a nitrogen atom, which contributes to its strong electrochemical properties. It is highly soluble in water and exhibits a positive charge, making it a potent electron acceptor. However, it is also known for its toxicity to humans and animals, leading to severe health risks if ingested or improperly handled. In addition to its agricultural applications, methyl viologen has been studied for its potential use in redox flow batteries and as a mediator in various electrochemical processes. Safety precautions are essential when working with this compound due to its hazardous nature, and it is classified as a restricted substance in many regions.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂·2Cl

InChI: InChI=1S/C12H14N2.2ClH/c1-13-7-3-11(4-8-13)12-5-9-14(2)10-6-12;;/h3-10H,1-2H3;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2

InChI key: InChIKey=FIKAKWIAUPDISJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L

SMILES: C[N+]=1C=CC(=CC1)C=2C=C[N+](C)=CC2.[Cl-]

Synonyms:

• 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride
• 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-dipyridinium dichloride
• 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-dipyridylium dichloride
• 4,4'-Bipyridinium, 1,1'-dimethyl-, chloride (1:2)
• AH 501 (herbicide)
• Ah 501
• Cekuquat
• Cyclone Max
• Dimethyl viologen chloride
• Galokson
• Gramixel
• Gramoxone
• Gramoxone D
• Gramoxone Inteon
• Gramoxone Max
• Gramoxone S
• Gramoxone W
• Gramoxone dichloride
• Methyl viologen
• Methyl viologen dichloride
• Methylviologen chloride
• N,N'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride
• N,N'-Dimethyl-4,4'-dipyridylium dichloride
• Nuquat
• Ok 622
• Paragreen A
• Paraquat
• Paraquat Dichloride, (1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'- Bipyridinium Dichloride)
• Paraquat dichloride
• Paraquat-Dichlorure
• Paraquat-Dicloruro
• Paraquat-dichlorid
• Tocha

Paraquat (chloride)

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 257.1590

Ref: IN-DA0035GA

Paraquat dichloride

CAS: 1910-42-5

Paraquat dichloride

Purity: 99%+

Molecular weight: 257.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1043440

1,1'-Dimethyl-[4,4'-bipyridine]-1,1'-diiumchloride

CAS: 1910-42-5

1,1'-Dimethyl-[4,4'-bipyridine]-1,1'-diiumchloride

Purity: 99%

Molecular weight: 257.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1044083

Paraquat dichloride 10 µg/mL in Water

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂Cl

Color and Shape: Single Solution

Molecular weight: 257.16

Ref: 04-L15870000WA

Paraquat dichloride 100 µg/mL in Water

Controlled Product

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂Cl

Color and Shape: Single Solution

Molecular weight: 257.16

Ref: 04-XA15870000WA

Diquat and Paraquat Mix 1 1000 µg/mL in Water

CAS: 1910-42-5, 85-00-7

Formula: C₁₂H₁₂N₂Br

Color and Shape: Mixture

Molecular weight: 344.05

Ref: 04-YA05490100WA

Paraquat dichloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂Cl

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 257.16

Ref: 04-C15870000

Paraquat-13C2-d6 Dichloride

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₀₁₃C₂H₈D₆N₂·2Cl

Molecular weight: 194.28 2*35.45

Ref: 4Z-P-10003

Paraquat Dichloride

CAS: 1910-42-5

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂·2Cl

Molecular weight: 186.26 2*35.45

Ref: 4Z-P-10004

Paraquat Dichloride (42% w/w in Water)

Controlled Product

CAS: 1910-42-5

Applications Paraquat is a quarternary nitrogen compound that is used as an herbicide to eliminate unwanted weeds and grasses by inducing superoxide production in the mitochondria, causing a great deal of oxidative damage. Paraquat is highly toxic to humans, causing acute poisoning, lung damage and death. Paraquat is also thought to cause Parkinson’s disease.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Cochemé, H., & Murphy, M.: J. Biol. Chem., 283, 1786 (2008); Suntres, Z.: Toxicology, 180, 65 (2002); Yang, W., et al.: J. Toxicol. Env. Heal. Part A: 71, 289 (2008)

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂·2Cl

Color and Shape: Single Solution

Molecular weight: 257.16

Ref: TR-P191920

1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium Dichloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 1910-42-5

Stability Very Hygroscopic
Applications 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium Dichloride is a widely used herbicide that is quick acting and non-selective. 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium Dichloride was found to be linked to the development of Parkinson’s disease.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Cao, L., et al.: Anal. Bioanal. Chem., 405, 2635 (2013); Xie, H., et al.: Immunoptherap., 4, 1809 (2012); Mineau, P., et al.: Environ. Toxicol. Pharmacol., 34, 416 (2012); Jilani, M., et al.: Adv. Environ. Biol., 6, 2502 (2012);

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂·2Cl

Color and Shape: Off-White

Molecular weight: 257.16

Ref: TR-D472695

Methyl Viologen-d14 Dichloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 1910-42-5, 7732-18-5

Applications Methyl Viologen-d14 Dichloride is a useful isotopically labeled compound of Paraquat Dichloride (42% w/w in Water) (P191920)

Formula: C₁₂D₁₄N₂·2Cl

Color and Shape: Off-White

Molecular weight: 271.245

Ref: TR-P191922