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Profenofos is an amber colored organophosphate technical-grade insecticide with a strong garlic-like odor preferred in crop protection. Profenofos is also known as (Curacron, Selecron, Profenophos) by suppliers. Profenofos inhibits acetylcholinesterase, disrupting nerve function in insects. Used primarily on cotton and vegetable crops, profenofos controls lepidopteran pests and mites both through direct contact and ingestion. Formulated as an EC or TC, it provides rapid pest control in cotton fields and other row crops, protecting yield and quality. Profenafos is Stable under neutral to mildly acidic pH; hydrolyzes in alkaline pH (DT₅₀ ~14 h at pH 9).
Profenofos is an amber colored organophosphate technical-grade insecticide with a strong garlic-like odor preferred in crop protection. Profenofos is also known as (Curacron, Selecron, Profenophos) by suppliers. Profenofos inhibits acetylcholinesterase, disrupting nerve function in insects. Used primarily on cotton and vegetable crops, profenofos controls lepidopteran pests and mites both through direct contact and ingestion. Formulated as an EC or TC, it provides rapid pest control in cotton fields and other row crops, protecting yield and quality. Profenafos is Stable under neutral to mildly acidic pH; hydrolyzes in alkaline pH (DT₅₀ ~14 h at pH 9).
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
*Acute Toxicity (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation): Category 4 *Hazardous to Aquatic Environment: Category 1 (acute and chronic)
Kills target pests upon contact or ingestion. Largely used on cotton, vegetables (maize, potato, soy), and fruit crops to manage caterpillars, aphids, and mites .
Compatible with most EC formulations; used in standard cotton spray programs
Integrated pest management programs and is often rotated with pyrethroids or neonicotinoids to delay resistance development.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and alkaline materials. Maintain temperatures between 15–30 °C.
Available in 200 L HDPE drums or coated steel barrels with inert lining. For sampling, 1–5 L aluminum bottles are used.
Classified as UN 3018 (Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s.); Packing Group III; IMDG Class 6.1
Minimum 2 years under standard conditions.
It inhibits acetylcholinesterase (AChE), an essential enzyme for neural signal termination in insects, leading to paralysis and death.
No, Profenofos acts locally. It is a non-systemic pesticide that remains on plant surfaces and is absorbed primarily by pests through direct exposure.
It undergoes moderate degradation in soil with a half-life of 7–10 days under aerobic conditions. Rapid hydrolysis occurs under alkaline conditions.
Yes. Its organophosphate mechanism offers rotation value against pyrethroid- or neonicotinoid-resistant pests.
Use of protective clothing and respiratory protection is recommended. Avoid drift and ensure re-entry intervals per local regulatory norms.
