1.  Basic Information of Dimethoate Pesticide 

Product Name

Dimethoate

CAS No.

60-51-5

Chemical Name

Phosphorodithioic acid, esters, O, O-dimethyl S-[2-(methylamino)-2-oxoethyl] ester

Molecular Weight

229.27 g/mol

Tech & Formulation

98%TC,40%EC

Appearance for TC

white crystalline solid

Physical and chemical properties

Density: 1.304 g/cm³

Melting Point: 52-52.5 °C

Boiling Point: 107 °C (0.05 torr)

Flash Point: 107 °C

Solubility: 2.5 g/100 mL in water

Toxicity

Medium toxicity

2.  Specifications for Dimethoate 98%TC

Items

Standards

A.I content, %

98.0min

Water content, %

0.5max

Acidity(as H2SO4), %

0.3max

Stability

Qualified

3.  Applications for Dimethoate Pesticide 

Mode of Action

Dimethoate is a kind of systemic, organophosphorus insecticide and  acaricide, with strong contact and stomach toxicity.

In the body of insect, the Dimethoate will be oxidized as Omethoate which has a higher activity. It will inhibit the acetylcholinesterase(AchE), to block the nerve conduction until the insect dies.

Crops

Cereals, citrus, coffee, cotton, fruit, grapes, olives, pastures, beetroot, potatoes, pulses, tea, tobacco, ornamentals, shrubs, vegetables, etc.

Control

1. Pests with piercing-sucking mouthparts, such as Aphididae, Aleyrodidae, Coccidae, Coleoptera, Collembola, Diptera, Lepidoptera, Pseudococcidae, Thysanoptera.

2. Flies in animal houses.

3. Mites

4.  Usage

Dosage

e.g. Dimethoate 40%EC, control of yellowriceborer on rice: 480~600g/ha

Specific dosage depends on different fields and crops.

Application method

Spray

5.  First Aid Measures for Dimethoate Pesticide 

General advice: Consult a physician.

If inhaled. If breathed in, move person into fresh air.

If not breathing, give artificial respiration

In case of skin contact, wash off with soap and plenty of water

In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 min.

If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.

1.  Handling and storage

1)Precaution for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist.

2)Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Avoid raining and sunburn for a long time.

Stay in cool place though the quality is still very good after getting wet.

2.  Packing Details

Package

Solid: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 10kg, 25kg, 200kg per bag/drum.

Liquid: 100mL, 250mL, 500mL, 1L, 5L, 10L, 20L, 200L, 1000L per bottle/drum

Delivery time

Within 15 days after receiving the L/C or payment