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Thiamethoxam

CAS 153719-23-4

Molecular structure of Thiamethoxam

CAS · 153719-23-4

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Product Overview

Thiamethoxam is a high-purity insecticides supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

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Product Specifications

Appearance: Off-white powder
Purity: 97.0% min
Water: 0.5% max
Insoluble matter in DMF: 0.5% max
pH: 6–9
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Applications

 

1. Agricultural Insecticide

Crop protection: Used on crops like rice, corn, wheat, soybeans, cotton, sugar beet, and potatoes.

Effective against:

Aphids

Whiteflies

Thrips

Leafhoppers

Mealybugs

Beetles

Offers both contact and systemic action, moving through the plant to protect new growth.

2. Seed Treatment

Applied as a seed dressing to protect seedlings during early development.

Offers long-lasting control with minimal impact on beneficial insects when used properly.

3. Horticulture and Turf

Used for pest control in ornamentals, turfgrass, and greenhouse settings.

Controls soil-dwelling and foliar insects, providing both curative and preventive action.

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Benefits

 

✅ High Efficacy at Low Doses

Requires small quantities to achieve significant pest mortality, contributing to cost-effectiveness and environmental safety when applied correctly.

✅ Systemic and Translaminar Activity

Absorbed by roots and leaves, it is translocated throughout the plant, protecting even new, untreated foliage.

✅ Fast Action

Causes feeding cessation within hours, reducing crop damage even before insect death.

✅ Long Residual Activity

Protects crops for extended periods, reducing the need for frequent applications.

✅ Compatibility

Compatible with integrated pest management (IPM) when properly timed.

Can be tank-mixed with other insecticides and fungicides for broader pest control.

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Conclusion

Thiamethoxam (CAS 153719-23-4) is a versatile and powerful insecticide with systemic, contact, and translaminar modes of action. Widely used across various crops and regions, it provides effective, long-lasting protection against economically damaging pests. However, its use must be carefully managed to protect pollinators and maintain ecological balance.

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