Dinocap

Description

Dinocap · CAS 39300-45-3 · C18H28N2O6. UNII JZG115B8H5. Boiling Point: 138-140 °C (0.05 mm Hg); Boiling Point: at 0.007kPa: 138-140 °C; Density: 1.10 g/cu cm @ 20 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	39300-45-3
PubChem CID	156614068
Molecular formula	C18H28N2O6
IUPAC name	(2-nitrophenyl) (E)-but-2-enoate;nitrous acid;octane
UNII (FDA)	JZG115B8H5

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	368.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	7
Rotatable Bond Count	8
Exact Mass	368.19473662
Monoisotopic Mass	368.19473662
Topological Polar Surface Area	122
Heavy Atom Count	26
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	304

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	138-140 °C (0.05 mm Hg)
Boiling Point	at 0.007kPa: 138-140 °C
Density	1.10 g/cu cm @ 20 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.00000004 [mmHg]
Vapor Pressure	4.0X10-8 mm Hg @ 20-25 °C
Dissociation Constants	pKa = 12.7

Physical description & handling notes

• Dinocap is a dark oily liquid. Nearly insoluble in water. Used as a fungicide and acaricide.
• Dark, reddish-brown liquid; [EXTOXNET]
• DARK BROWN LIQUID.
• Dark brown liquid
• Sparingly soluble in water. Soluble in most organic solvents.
• Soluble in most organic solvents (e.g., acetone, methanol, heptane).

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302, H315, H317, H332, H373, H400, H410, H360 (76.8%)

Documented Uses

• Non-systemic acaricide and contact fungicide recommended to control powdery mildews on various fruits, grape vines and ornamentals. Also reduces the population of Panonychus ulmi on top fruit. Also used in seed treatments. /Former use in US/.
• By nitration of caprylphenol in methylene chloride, removal of solvent and reaction of residue with crotonyl chloride in pyridine. Benzene and dilute hydrochloric acid added and the organic layer concentrated ...
• TECHNICAL MATERIAL CONTAINS ... 10% OF OTHER NITROPHENOLS, CHIEFLY, 2,4-DINITRO-6-(1-METHYL-N-HEPTYL)PHENOL.
• AS A FUNGICIDE, 80% IS USED ON APPLES, AND 20% FOR OTHER DECIDUOUS FRUITS (1975)
• Of the 13904 pounds of 2-(1-methylheptyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl crotonate used in crop production, the usage according to crop is: apples, 7170 pounds; citrus, 349 pounds; grapes, 4229 pounds; pears, 2028 pounds; pumkins, 10 pounds; watermelon, 118 pounds.
• (1975) 2.27X10+8 GRAMS (CONSUMPTION)

Synonyms

Mildex; Crotothane; Isocothane; Arathane; Caprane; Caratan; Carathane; Dinokap; Dinokapu; Karatan; Actual dinocap; Karathane WD; DPC (pesticide); Karathane 25; Dinokapu [Polish]; Karathane FN 57

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Dinocap?

CAS 39300-45-3; molecular formula C18H28N2O6; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Dinocap known by?

Mildex, Crotothane, Isocothane, Arathane, Caprane, Caratan.

Is Dinocap classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H315, H317, H332, H373.

What are the key physical properties of Dinocap?

Boiling Point: 138-140 °C (0.05 mm Hg); Boiling Point: at 0.007kPa: 138-140 °C; Density: 1.10 g/cu cm @ 20 °C; Vapor Pressure: 0.00000004 [mmHg].

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