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Common Name: |
Captan
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Chemical Name: |
N-(trichloromethylthio)cyclohex-4-ene-1,2-dicarboximid
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CAS No.: |
133-06-2
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Structure: |
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Molecular Formula: |
C9H8Cl3NO2S
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Molecular Weight: |
300.6
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Physical Chemistry: |
Captan
is a white to buff colored compound in the technical form.
Water Solubility:
3.3 mg/L @ 25 C.
Solubility in Other Solvents: xylene s.; acetone s.;
chloroform v.s.; cyclohexanone v.s.
Melting
Point: 178 C.
Vapor Pressure: 1.3 mPa @ 25 C
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Toxicity: |
The
rat oral LD50 for captan ranges from 8400 to 15,000 mg/kg,
indicating very low acute toxicity. The inhalation LC50 (2-hour) in
mice is 5.0 mg/L. Rabbits showed little or no skin sensitization. to
captan
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Application: |
Captan
is a nonsystemic phthalimide fungicide used to control diseases of
many fruit, ornamental, and vegetable crops. It improves fruit
finish by giving it a healthy, bright colored appearance. It is used
in agricultural production as well as by the home gardener. A major
use of captan is in apple production.
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Technical Purity: |
95%Tech
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Formulation Type: |
50%WP
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