Dimethoate belongs to the class of organophosphorus compounds (ester of phosphoric acid). It has systemic activity, intestinal and contact action. It is an inhibitor of cholinesterase, acting on the nervous system and causing respiratory depression and cardiac activity. Due to the systemic effect, it penetrates into plants and destroys hiding pests.
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| Chem. formula | C₅H₁₂NO₃PS₂ |
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The chemical formula of dimethoate is C 5 H 12 NO 3 PS 2 .
It is part of insecticides (commercial preparations) such as Bi-58 Novy, Di-68, Danadim, Kemidim, Rogor S, Nugor, Tagor, ProRogor, Binom, Dimethoat 400, Ditox, Fostran, Kinfos, Sirocco.