Agrochemicals
REACH
Terbutryn
CAS Number
886-50-0
EC Number
212-950-5
What is Terbutryn?
Terbutryn (CAS 886-50-0) is a selective triazine herbicide used in agricultural and non-agricultural settings. Also marketed as Igran, Shortstop and Terbutrex.
Where is Terbutryn used?
- Agriculture: pre- and post-emergence control of broadleaf weeds and grasses in cereal and grain crops
- Construction materials: biocide in facade paints, renders and coatings against algae and fungal growth
- Aquatic and industrial water management: limiting algal proliferation
- It inhibits photosynthesis in target plants.
- Agrochemical formulators: active ingredient in suspension concentrates and wettable powders
Commercial specifications
- Standard concentrations commonly 95% purity or above
- Procurement directed at agrochemical formulators, biocide manufacturers and registered product producers under applicable regulatory frameworks
Other Names (Synonyms)
Shortstop|Igran|Terbutrex|Prebane|Igran 50|Saterb|Short-stop E|1,3,5-Triazine-2,4-diamine, N2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N4-ethyl-6-(methylthio)-
What are the physical properties of Terbutryn?
Melting Point 104 °C
Boiling Point 154-160 °C @ Press: 0.06 Torr
Density 1.1 g/cm³ (liquid)
Flash Point 2 °C
Appearance solid
Color White
Form Powder
Water Solubility 0.0025 g/100 mL
Refractive Index 1.5500 (estimate)
How is Terbutryn classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Terbutryn?
UN Number 3077
ADR Class 9
Packing Group III
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 2