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Metribuzin Technical

Metribuzin Technical

CAS Number: 21087-64-9

Molecular Formula: C8H14N4OS

About Metribuzin Technical

Metribuzin is a selective, systemic herbicide primarily used to control a wide range of weeds in various crops such as soybeans, potatoes, tomatoes, and cereals. It inhibits photosynthesis in susceptible plants, leading to their death. Metribuzin is available as a wettable powder (WP) or granules, and its selective nat...

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Metribuzin 70% WP

CAS: 21087-64-9

Metribuzin Technical Specifications

CAS Number
21087-64-9
Molecular Formula
C8H14N4OS
Molecular Weight
214.29 g/mol
IUPAC Name
4-amino-6-tert-butyl-3-methylsulfanyl-1,2,4-triazin-5-one
Canonical SMILES
CC(C)(C)C1=NN=C(N(C1=O)N)SC
InChI Key
FOXFZRUHNHCZPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H14N4OS/c1-8(2,3)5-6(13)12(9)7(14-4)11-10-5/h9H2,1-4H3
PubChem CID
30479
EINECS Number
244-209-7
MDL Number
MFCD00009392
UNSPSC Code
10191500
eClass
32039000
NACRES
NA.22
HSN No
2933.39.90
Molecular Weight
214.29 g/mol
Appearance
White to off-white powder/solid
Odor
Weak characteristic odor
Melting Point
126°C
Flash Point
≥189°C
Vapor Pressure
0.058 mPa (20°C)
Density
1.26 g/cm3 at 20°C
Solubility
(Water): 1.05 g/L (Benzene): 220 g/L (Acetone): 250 g/L
(H) Statements
o H302: Harmful if swallowed. o H331: Toxic if inhaled. o H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
(P) Statements
o P261: Avoid breathing dust. o P273: Avoid release to the environment. o P311: Call a poison center or doctor/physician. o P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazard
Not considered persistent, bioaccumulative, or toxic (PBT) or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

Agriculture

Metribuzin is widely applied in the control of broadleaf weeds and certain grass species in crops like soybeans, potatoes, tomatoes, barley, and wheat. It is applied as a pre-emergence or post-emergence treatment depending on the crop.

Other Crops

It can also be used in sugarcane, asparagus, and peas to manage weed infestations.

Turf Management

Used in certain turf management applications for controlling weeds in lawns and sports fields.

Handling Precautions

Avoid skin and eye contact. Use local exhaust ventilation.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep the container tightly closed.

Packaging Options

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and larger containers for bulk agricultural use.

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Metribuzin Technical FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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