SIMAZINE

Formula                           C₇H₁₂ClN₅

CAS Number                  122-34-9

Synonym(s)                     2-chloro-4,6-bis(ethylamino)-s-triazine

Appearance                    grey-white homogenous powder

Assay                               97% minimum

NaCl                                 1.0% maximum

Loss on Drying               1.0% maximum

Specific Gravity              1.302

Melting Point                  225 – 227^oC

Simazine is an off-white crystalline compound which is sparingly soluble in water. It is a member of the triazine-derivative herbicides, and was widely used as a residual nonselective herbicide, but is now banned in European Union states (EU directive 91/414/EEC). Like atrazine, it acts by inhibiting photosynthesis.  It remains active in the soil for 2-7 months after application.

Some trade names include Aquazine, Cekusan, Cekusima, Framed, G-27692, Gesatop, Primatol, Princep, Simadex, Simanex, Tanzine and Totazina.

Shipping Hazard:        UN3077, Cl 9, PG III,   Environmentally Hazardous Substance, solid, n.o.s.



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(Bayville Chemical Supply only offers this chemical for research and laboratory use. We do not supply this in bulk for human, agriculture or produce usage.)