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Glyphosate

CAS Number
1071-83-6
EC Number
223-095-1
Chemical Formula
C3H8NO5P
Molecular Weight
169.07 g/mol

Description

Glyphosate (CAS 1071-83-6 ) is a broad-spectrum, non-selective herbicide used globally to control annual and perennial weeds across agricultural and non-agricultural settings. Sold under trade names such as Glyfos, it is the active ingredient in some of the most widely distributed herbicide formulations in the world. In row crop agriculture, including corn, soy, and canola, glyphosate is applied pre- and post-emergence to eliminate competing vegetation, particularly in herbicide-tolerant crop systems. Plantation and orchard managers use it for ground cover suppression between tree rows without damaging established crops. It is also used in non-crop applications such as industrial site maintenance, railway corridors, and utility rights-of-way where total vegetation control is required. Formulators producing herbicide concentrates incorporate glyphosate as the primary active substance for improved solubility and uptake. Typically, these formulations utilize the isopropylamine or potassium salt versions of the chemical to ensure maximum efficacy. Glyphosate is supplied as a technical-grade acid, as well as in formulated liquid concentrates most commonly as the isopropylamine salt in aqueous solution. Varying active ingredient concentrations are available to meet specific industrial needs. Dry formulations including soluble granules and soluble powders are also commercially available for diverse application methods. Material is sourced to agricultural technical specifications for global distribution. Purity levels and impurity profiles are typically aligned with FAO/WHO or equivalent regulatory standards. This ensures that the chemical meets the rigorous safety and performance requirements necessary for large-scale agricultural and industrial deployment across international markets. Contact us for supply of Glyphosate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine | Glyfos | N-Phosphomethylglycine | 2-(phosphonomethylamino)acetic acid | Silglif | Glycine, N-(phosphonomethyl)- | MON 2139 | Glialka

Key Technical Features

  • High Purity Grade standard
  • Consistent Batch Quality
  • Full Regulatory & REACH Support
  • Global Logistics Network enabled

Physical Properties

Melting Point230 °C (decomp)
Boiling Point465.8±55.0 °C(Predicted)
Density0.5 g/cm³
Flash Point230°C
AppearanceGlyphosate, an organophosphate/carboxylic acid (substituted), is a colorless crystalline powder. Often used as a liquid in a carrier solvent which may change physical and toxicological properties.
ColorWhite to off-white
Odorodorless
Formsolid
Water Solubility1.2 g/100 mL
Log P-2.360 (est)

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS05· CorrosiveGHS09· EnvironmentGHS08· Health HazardGHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H318
H318
H336
H336
H351
H351
H361
H361
H373
H373
H400
H400
H401
H401
H402
H402
H410
H410
H411
H411
H412H412

Precautionary Statements

P203
P203
P260
P260
P261
P261
P271
P271
P273
P273
P280
P280
P317
P317
P318
P318
P319
P319
P391
P391
P405
P405
P501
P501
P265
P265
P340
P340
P233
P233
P338

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29319099
UN Number3077
ADR Class9
Packing GroupIII
Storage Class11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany)2