Chloropicrin
Product Description
Chloropicrin, also known as trichloronitromethane, serves several key roles across different industries due to its potent properties.
Product:
Chloropicrin
CAS:
76-06-2
Synonym:
Trichloronitromethane; Nitrochloroform
Structure:
Typical Characteristics
Appearance
Colorless to faint-yellow, oily liquid
Boiling point
112 °C
Density
1.65 g/cm3
Melting point
-64 °C
Molecular Weight
164.38
Odor
Strong irritating odor
Purity
99%
Refractive index
1.461
Uses, Applications & Markets
Key applications
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Chloropicrin used in many
industry applications
Chloropicrin, also known as trichloronitromethane, serves several key roles across different industries due to its potent properties. Here are some of its main industrial applications:
- Soil Fumigant: Chloropicrin is widely used in agriculture as a pre-planting soil fumigant to control fungi, nematodes, and weeds that threaten crops such as strawberries, tomatoes, and peppers.
- Pest Control: It acts as a broad-spectrum biocide, effectively controlling a variety of pests. Because of its strong odor and irritating properties, it is also used as a warning agent for more dangerous pesticides.
- Chemical Intermediate: In chemical manufacturing, chloropicrin is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals.
- Wood Preservation: It is applied in the preservation of wood, offering protection against decay and insect infestation.
- Antimicrobial Agent: Due to its strong biocidal properties, chloropicrin is used as an antimicrobial agent in some specific non-agricultural settings.