Description
Temefos is an organophosphate larvicide, used to treat water infested with disease-carrying insects including mosquitoes, midges, and black fly larvae. Temefos affects the central nervous system through inhibition of cholinesterase, results in death before reaching the adult stage.
Molecular Formula
C16H20O6P2S3
Canonical SMILES
COP(OC(C=C1)=CC=C1SC2=CC=C(OP(OC)(OC)=S)C=C2)(OC)=S
Storage
Pure form-20°C,3 years; 4°C, 2 years; In solvent-80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month.
Shipping
Can be shipped at room temperature, where not in use may vary.