Synonym(s):O,S-Dimethyl N-acetylphosphoramidothioate

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):C4H10NO3PS

CAS NO: 30560-19-1

CAT NO: SAA-02

M.F: C4H10NO3PS

Molecular Weight: 183.17

MDL number: MFCD00055361

PubChem Substance ID: 329756638

Grade:analytical standard

Shelf life: limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

Application(s):Agriculture environmental

Format: Neat

Storage temp: 2-8oC

Acephate is an organophosphate foliar and soil insecticide of moderate persistence with residual systemic activity of about 10–15 days at the recommended use rate. It is used primarily for control of aphids, including resistant species, in vegetables (e.g. potatoes, carrots, greenhouse tomatoes, and lettuce) and in horticulture (e.g. on roses and greenhouse ornamentals). It also controls leaf miners, caterpillars, sawflies, thrips, and spider mites in the previously stated crops as well as turf, and forestry. By direct application to mounds, it is effective in destroying imported fire ants.

Acephate is sold as a soluble powder, as emulsifiable concentrates, as pressurized aerosol, and in tree injection systems and granular formulations.

Highly versatile broad spectrum organophosphate foliar spray insecticide effective for wide range of sucking and chewing insects. Acephate is acetylcholinesterase (AcHE) inhibitor having systemic with contact and stomach action. Acephate has a quick action with ovicidal properties. It is also effective against mites and nematodes.