CAS 959-98-8

α-Endosulfan

Description:

α-Endosulfan, with the CAS number 959-98-8, is an organochlorine insecticide and acaricide known for its effectiveness against a variety of pests. It is a colorless to pale yellow solid with a faint, sweet odor. This compound is characterized by its relatively low solubility in water but high solubility in organic solvents, which facilitates its application in agricultural settings. α-Endosulfan exhibits a high degree of stability under normal conditions, but it can degrade under extreme environmental conditions, such as high temperatures or in the presence of strong oxidizing agents. Its mode of action primarily involves disrupting the nervous system of insects by inhibiting the function of neurotransmitters. While effective, α-Endosulfan is also associated with environmental and health concerns, leading to restrictions and bans in several countries due to its potential to bioaccumulate and its toxicity to non-target organisms, including aquatic life and humans. Proper handling and application are crucial to mitigate its risks.

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

InChI: InChI=1/C9H6Cl6O3S/c10-5-6(11)8(13)4-2-18-19(16)17-1-3(4)7(5,12)9(8,14)15/h3-4H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,7-,8+,19+

InChI key: InChIKey=RDYMFSUJUZBWLH-BEJSPLBDNA-N

SMILES: Cl[C@@]12[C@]3([C@@]([C@@](Cl)(C1(Cl)Cl)C(Cl)=C2Cl)(COS(=O)OC3)[H])[H]

Synonyms:

• 5-Norbornene-2,3-dimethanol, 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-, cyclic sulfite, endo-
• 6,9-Methano-2,4,3-benzodioxathiepin, 6,7,8,9,10,10-hexachloro-1,5,5a,6,9,9a-hexahydro-, 3-oxide, (3α,5aβ,6α,9α,9aβ)-
• Endosulfan 1
• Endosulfan A
• Endosulphan I
• Thiodan I
• α-Benzoepin
• α-ES
• α-Endosulfan
• α-Thiodan
• β-Thionex

alpha-Endosulfan in Acetonitrile

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Acetonitrile

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

Molecular weight: 406.9

Ref: BE-BePure-22517YA-1000

alpha-Endosulfan

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

Molecular weight: 406.9

Ref: BE-BePure-22517

Alpha-endosulfan in Acetone

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Acetone

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

Molecular weight: 406.9

Ref: BE-BePure-22517XB-100

Alpha-Endosulfan in Iso-octane

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

Molecular weight: 406.9

Ref: BE-GBW(E)083018-100

alpha-Endosulfan in Acetonitrile

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Acetonitrile

Formula: C₉H₆Cl₆O₃S

Molecular weight: 406.9

Ref: BE-BW22517DA-75

Alpha-Endosulfan in Iso-octane

Controlled Product

CAS: 959-98-8

Iso-octane

Ref: BE-BePure-GBW(E)083018-100