Etofenprox

Applications detail

An insecticide with low mammalian toxicity, the active ingredient is a unique CHO compound of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.

Applications

Other (agriculture)

Introduction
Biological Activity
Insecticidal Activity

Etofenprox or 2-(4-ethoxyphenyl)-2-methylpropyl 3-phenoxybenzyl ether is a new type of insecticide with low mammalian toxicity. The active ingredient etofenprox is a unique CHO compound consisting of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. The Etofenprox formulations are compatible with most insecticide and fungicide, have shown no phytotoxicity at recommended rates and dilutions, and are stable under normal weather conditions as well as in rainfast.

There are numerous advantages to using this innovative insecticide including:

"CHO compound" consists of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
Wide range of insecticidal spectrum
Rapid knockdown activity
Long persistent protection
Very low mammalian toxicity
No irritation
Low impact on environment
Low risk on phytotoxicity
Low risk on pest resurgence
Compatible with IPM program

Chemical Name: 2-(4-ethoxyphenyl)-2-methylpropyl 3-phenoxybenzyl ether
Common Name: Etofenprox
Code Number: MTI-500
Molecular Formula: C₂₅H₂₈O₃
Molecular weight is 376.5

Solubility	<1ppb (water) soluble in a range of common solvents at 25ºC
Melting Point	36.4-37.5ºC (97.5-99.5ºF)
Appearance	White Crystalline solid
Odor	No characteristic odor
Vapor pressure	2.4 x 10-4mmHg (100ºC)
Stability	Stable in acidic and alkaline conditions

Formulation Available	Concentration Available
Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)	10, 20, 30
Wettable powder (WP)	20
Emulsion, Oil in water (EW)	10
Dustable powder (DP)	0.5
Granule (GR)	1.0, 1.5

1. Acute Toxicity

Etofenprox has a very low toxicity to rats tested irrespective of sex.

Acute toxicity of Etofenprox in rats

Route	LD₅₀ (mg/kg)
Oral	>42,880
Dermal	>2,140
Subcutaneous	>32,160
Intraperitoneal	>42,880
Inhalation	>5,900mg/m³

The WHO recommended classification of pesticides by hazard: unlikely to present acute hazard in normal use.

2. Skin and Eye Irritation

Skin and eye irritation studies with rabbits into the active ingredient of technical grade indicated that it caused no irritations.

3. Chronic Toxicity

Life-span feeding studies with Etofenprox in rats, mice and dogs were conducted and no adverse effects were observed.
Mutagenicity, teratogenicity and three- generation reproduction studies showed no noticeable abnormalities.

1. Aquatic Organism Toxicity

Etofenprox has a very low toxicity

Toxicity of Etofenprox on aquatic animals

Species	TLm value (ppm, 48 hrs.)
Carp	5.0
Goldfish	1.73
Ayu fish	1.2
Water flea	>40 (3hrs.)
Short-heched clam	490

2. Bird Toxicity

Mallard Duck LD₅₀ >2,000mg/kg

Soil decomposition studies showed that the half-life of Etofenprox was approximately 1-3 weeks in aerobic soils.
The leaching test on soils revealed that Etofenprox was not leached out. It was concluded that Etofenprox did not flow into the aquatic environment.

The information contained in this website is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable, but all suggestions are made without warranty, either express or implied. The values relevant to properties or the like of the product stated herein were obtained using field test specimens prepared at official organizations in some countries and are not assumed to be identical to values obtained on the finished product manufactured by our customers and on our finished product tested by our customers in a different condition. Nothing herein shall be construed as permission or as recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending a license under valid patents. Because the conditions and methods of use on the part of our customers are beyond our control, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. disclaims any liability incurred in connection with the use of our products.

Etofenprox Precautions and Safety

PRECAUTIONS

Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. When measuring and mixing the product, wear protective garment, waterproof gloves, protective mask and goggles, rubber boots, apron and hat.
At spraying, wear protective garment, shoes and hat.
Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling and application.
Do not apply in a fish farm or in shrimp, prawn or crab pond/ nursery.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

Store in a closed, cool, dry place and away from fire and sunshine.
Store in original container in safe place and away from reach of children.
Burn or bury empty containers in an isolated area according to local rules and away from sources of water. Do not reuse.

FIRST AID

SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash with soap and water.
EYE SPLASHES: Flush eyes immediately with steady running water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
IF INHALED: Remove victim from area of exposure and move to fresh air. Get medical attention.
IF SWALLOWED: DO NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink and GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE