CAS 24569-83-3

Glycine, N-methyl-N-(phosphonomethyl)-

Description:

Glycine, N-methyl-N-(phosphonomethyl)-, also known as glyphosate, is a phosphonic acid derivative characterized by its amino acid structure. It features a glycine backbone with a methyl group and a phosphonomethyl group attached to the nitrogen atom. This compound is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, making it suitable for various applications, particularly in agriculture as a herbicide. Its mechanism of action involves inhibiting a specific enzyme pathway (the shikimic acid pathway) that is essential for the growth of plants and some microorganisms, which makes it effective in controlling a wide range of weeds. Additionally, glyphosate is known for its low toxicity to humans and animals when used as directed, although concerns regarding its environmental impact and potential health effects have been subjects of extensive research and debate. The compound is typically used in formulations that enhance its stability and efficacy in agricultural practices.

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H10NO5P/c1-5(2-4(6)7)3-11(8,9)10/h2-3H2,1H3,(H,6,7)(H2,8,9,10)

InChI key: SGVDYFNFBJGOHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: CN(CC(=O)O)CP(=O)(O)O

2-(Methyl(phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid

CAS: 24569-83-3

2-(Methyl(phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 183.1

Ref: 54-OR1049259

Glyphosate-N-methyl

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Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 183.1

Ref: 04-C14055300

2-(Methyl(phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid

CAS: 24569-83-3

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 183.0997

Ref: IN-DA002OLM

Methyl Glyphosate

Controlled Product

CAS: 24569-83-3

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 183.1

Ref: TR-M311680

Methyl glyphosate

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C-Methyl glyphosate is a herbicide that inhibits the growth of plants by interfering with the production of certain amino acids. It acts as an inhibitor of the enzyme 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase (EPSPS), which catalyzes the conversion of shikimate-3-phosphate and phosphoenolpyruvate to 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate. C-Methyl glyphosate has been shown to be toxic to humans and animals, but not plants. The mechanism for this toxicity is unknown, but it may be due to its ability to inhibit calcium ion influx into cells or its ability to bind covalently with cellular macromolecules.

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 183.1 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM25504

Glyphosate-N-methyl

CAS: 24569-83-3

Formula: C₄H₁₀NO₅P

Molecular weight: 183.1

Ref: BE-BePure-23172

N-Methyl-N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine

CAS: 24569-83-3

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 183.03

Ref: 10-F574762