Spinosad

High-Purity Spinosad Reference Materials for Accurate Residue Analysis

Ensure precise and reliable residue analysis with HPC Standards GmbHs high-purity Spinosad reference materials. Our products meet the highest international quality standards, essential for laboratories in food and environmental analysis to comply with regulatory limits. Trust HPC Standards GmbH as your competent partner in delivering top-tier analytical standards for Spinosad.

Product		Catalog No./ CAS No.	Quantity	Price
Spinosad		673889 168316-95-8	1X100MG	Please log in.
Spinosad solution Concentration: 100 µg/ml Solvent: Acetonitrile		678190 168316-95-8	1X1ML	Please log in.

Spinosad is a high-efficacy insecticide derived from natural products, used widely in agricultural, veterinary, and human applications for pest control.

Overview

Spinosad is an insecticide based on chemical compounds found in the bacterial species Saccharopolyspora spinosa. It is a mixture of spinosyns, primarily spinosyn A and spinosyn D, in a roughly 17:3 ratio. Spinosad acts through a unique mode of action, targeting nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and causing hyperexcitation of the insect nervous system.

Uses

Spinosad is used globally for controlling various insect pests in agriculture, including Lepidoptera, Diptera, Thysanoptera, Coleoptera, Orthoptera, and Hymenoptera. It is also used in veterinary medicine to treat flea infestations in pets and in human medicine to treat head lice.

Regulatory

Spinosad was first registered as a pesticide in the United States in 1997. It is approved for use in organic agriculture by numerous national and international certifications. The labeled use rate is set at 1 ppm, with a maximum residue limit (MRL) of 1.5 ppm.

Monitoring

Spinosad residues are highly stable on stored grains, providing protection ranging from 6 months to 2 years. Monitoring and compliance with regulatory limits are essential for ensuring safety and efficacy.

Health Impact

Human Toxicity

Spinosad has low mammalian toxicity. Acute oral and dermal toxicity studies in rats have shown LD50 values greater than 5000 mg/kg and 2000 mg/kg, respectively, indicating it is non-toxic. Chronic exposure studies in rats and mice have not shown any tumor formation.

Environmental Impact

Effects on Wildlife

Spinosad has a good environmental profile. It is non-toxic to birds and slightly toxic to aquatic species like rainbow trout. However, it is highly toxic to honeybees if directly sprayed or through dried residues.

Safety Measures

Proper handling and application according to regulatory guidelines are crucial to minimize risks to non-target organisms, particularly pollinators like honeybees.

Regulation

Spinosad is regulated under various national and international frameworks, ensuring safe use in agriculture and other sectors. It is approved for organic farming and has specific MRLs set for different crops and applications.

Analytical Standards

HPC Standards GmbH provides high-purity reference materials for Spinosad, ensuring accurate and reliable residue analysis. These reference materials are essential for laboratories conducting food and environmental analysis to ensure compliance with regulatory limits.