Profenofos Reference Materials
**Unlock Precision with High-Purity Profenofos Reference Materials**
Ensure your residue analysis in food and environmental samples is accurate and reliable with our high-purity Profenofos reference materials. As an organophosphate insecticide, Profenofos is widely used on crops like cotton and vegetables. Our reference materials meet international quality standards, providing essential support for laboratories to comply with regulatory limits and ensure safety. Trust HPC Standards GmbH for your analytical needs in food and environmental analysis.
Product | Catalog No./ CAS No. | Quantity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ISO 17034 Reference Material |  | 673893 | 1X250MG | Please log in. |
ISO 17034 Certified Reference Material Profenofos solution |  | 678487 | 1X5ML | Please log in. |
High-purity reference materials for accurate and reliable residue analysis in food and environmental samples.
Overview
Profenofos is an organophosphate insecticide known for its pale yellow to amber color and garlic-like odor. It was first registered in the United States in 1982 and is primarily used on cotton and various vegetables.
Uses
Profenofos is used on crops such as cotton, maize, potatoes, soybeans, and sugar beets. In the United States, its use is exclusive to cotton, targeting lepidopteran insects. It can also be mixed with other pesticides for broader pest control.
Regulatory
As of 2015, Profenofos is not approved in the European Union. It remains in use in other regions, subject to local regulatory guidelines.
Monitoring
Profenofos residues are monitored to ensure compliance with regulatory limits, ensuring safety in food and environmental samples.
Health Impact
Human Toxicity
A World Health Organization report found no adverse effects from routine exposure to Profenofos. However, it is considered moderately toxic, capable of causing respiratory failure in cases of poisoning.
Environmental Impact
Effects on Wildlife
Profenofos is toxic to birds, small mammals, bees, fish, and aquatic invertebrates. Several fish kill incidents have been linked to Profenofos runoff.
Safety Measures
Proper handling and application procedures must be followed to minimize the risk of exposure and environmental contamination.
Regulation
Profenofos is regulated under various international guidelines to ensure safe use and minimize its impact on human health and the environment.
Analytical Standards
High-purity reference materials for Profenofos are essential for laboratories conducting food and environmental analysis. These materials are tested according to international quality requirements and meet the highest industrial standards.