Uses
Formparanate is an insecticide.
Production Methods
Formparanate is commercially synthesised through carbamate ester formation involving a process that begins with the preparation of a methylcarbamate intermediate, which is then reacted with a substituted aniline containing a dimethylaminomethylene group. This condensation yields the active insecticidal compound. The synthesis is conducted under controlled temperature and pH conditions to ensure high purity and yield.
General Description
A solid.
Reactivity Profile
Formparanate is a carbamate ester. Incompatible with strong acids and bases, and especially incompatible with strong reducing agents such as hydrides. Reaction with active metals or nitrides can produce flammable gaseous hydrogen. Incompatible with strongly oxidizing acids, peroxides, and hydroperoxides.
Mechanism of action
Acetylcholinesterase (AchE) inhibitor.
Pesticide Type
Insecticide; Acaricide
