(S)-Cyano(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl (1R,3R)-3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate

DescriptionA pyrethroid broad-spectrum insecticide. It has a low aqueous solubility, in relatively volatile and, based on its chemical properties, is not expected to leach to groundwater. It is non-persistent in soil systems. It is highly toxic to mammals and there is some concern regarding its ability to bioconcentrate. It is moderately toxic to birds, earthworms and highly toxic to honeybees and most aquatic species except for algae where there is a reduced risk.

UsesBeta-cypermethrin is used to control a wide range of insects, especially Lepidoptera and Coleoptera, in alfalfa, cotton, cereals, fruit, vines, vegetables, beans, beets, tobacco, oilseed rape and other crops. It is also used for insect control in public health and for ectoparasite control on animals.

Uses(1R,2R,1''S)-Cypermethrin functions as a degartion product (Pyrethroid insecticides) used in agriculture. Insecticidal activity of most active isomers of fenvalerate and other recent pyrethroids.