Compound Q&A
What is Allethrin (CAS: 584-79-2)?
Answer
Allethrin (CAS: 584-79-2) is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide. It is a mixture of chloroketal derivatives of pyrethrum, a naturally occurring substance. It is used in insect repellents and as a contact insecticide in agriculture, public health, and household applications. It is known for its quick knockdown effect and persistence in the environment.
About
CAS No
584-79-2
English Name
Allethrin
Molecular Formula
C19H26O3
Molecular Weight
302.41 g/mol
SMILES
C=CCC1=C(C)CC(C1=O)OC(=O)C1C(C1(C)C)C=C(C)C
InChIKey
XAQVCWAIAWPMMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-21 17:24
