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Piperonyl Butoxide (PBO)
Unlock Precision in Residue Analysis with Piperonyl Butoxide PBO
Elevate your laboratorys accuracy and reliability with our high-purity Piperonyl Butoxide PBO reference materials. Essential for food and environmental analysis, PBO enhances pesticide potency and ensures compliance with regulatory limits. Trust HPC Standards GmbH for top-tier analytical standards that meet the highest industrial benchmarks.
Product | Catalog No./ CAS No. | Quantity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
D9-Piperonyl butoxide solution |  | 686020 | 1X1ML | Please log in. |
Piperonyl butoxide solution |  | 678458 | 1X5ML | Please log in. |
High-purity reference materials for accurate and reliable residue analysis in food and environmental samples.
Overview
Piperonyl butoxide (PBO) is a pale yellow to light brown liquid used primarily as a synergist in pesticide formulations. It enhances the potency of certain pesticides, such as carbamates, pyrethrins, pyrethroids, and rotenone, despite having no pesticidal activity of its own. PBO is a semisynthetic derivative of safrole and is produced through the condensation of the sodium salt of 2-(2-butoxyethoxy) ethanol and the chloromethyl derivative of hydrogenated safrole.
Uses
PBO is mainly used in combination with insecticides, such as natural pyrethrins or synthetic pyrethroids, in ratios ranging from 3:1 to 20:1. It is one of the most commonly registered synergists, appearing in over 1,500 United States EPA-registered products. PBO is approved for pre- and postharvest application to a wide variety of crops and commodities, including grain, fruits, and vegetables. It is also used extensively to control insect pests in homes, food-handling establishments, and for human and veterinary applications against ectoparasites.
Regulatory
PBO is regulated in the United States and some other countries as a pesticide. The United States EPA examines the ingredients, usage, and potential effects of PBO to ensure it will not have unreasonable adverse effects on humans, the environment, and non-target species. PBO must be registered before it can be sold or distributed in the United States.
Monitoring
Monitoring the presence of PBO in food and environmental samples is essential for ensuring compliance with regulatory limits. Laboratories conducting residue analysis rely on high-purity reference materials to achieve accurate and reliable results.
Health Impact
Human Toxicity
PBO has a low acute toxicity by oral, inhalation, and dermal routes in adults. It is minimally irritating to the eyes and skin and is not a skin sensitizer. Studies indicate that less than 3% of PBO applied to the skin is absorbed over an 8-hour period.
Environmental Impact
Effects on Wildlife
PBO is moderately to highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates, such as water fleas and shrimp, and highly toxic to amphibians in the tadpole stage. Long-term exposure at lower doses can affect water flea reproduction.
Safety Measures
Appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling PBO-containing products. This includes using personal protective equipment and following label directions to minimize exposure risks.
Analytical Standards
High-purity reference materials for PBO are essential for laboratories conducting food and environmental analysis. These materials ensure the accuracy and reliability of residue analysis, helping laboratories comply with regulatory requirements.