Industrial Chemicals
Mesotrione 98% TC
Mesotrione 98% TC is a pale yellow to light brown powder with a minimum assay of 98.0% (HPLC) and a pH of 3.0 – 6.0 in 1% aqueous suspension. It is a herbicide technical material used for formulation manufacturing, to control annual broadleaf weeds and some grass weeds in corn. It is supplied as a pesticide processing raw material only and must not be applied directly in the field. The values below are those of the factory technical data sheet, version V1.0, issued 2026-09-13.
Please note: Pesticide technical material for formulation processing only — not for direct field application, not for food or feed use.
Quick facts
- CAS number
- 104206-82-8
- Formula
- C₁₄H₁₃NO₇S
- Appearance
- Pale yellow to light brown powder
- HS heading
- 2930909044
Customs classification depends on declared use and current regulation. Confirm the applicable code with your customs broker for your shipment.
Specification
Typical technical specification
From the product TDS, issued 2026-09-13. The batch certificate of analysis issued with your shipment is the controlling record.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mesotrione content (dry basis) | ≥ 98.0% (HPLC) |
| pH value (1% aqueous suspension) | 3.0 – 6.0 |
| Insoluble matter in acetone | ≤ 0.2% |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Melting point | 148.7 – 152.5 °C (with decomposition) |
| Vapor pressure (20 °C) | < 5.7 × 10⁻⁶ Pa |
| Solubility in water (20 °C) | 0.16 g/L |
| Molecular weight | 339.32 |
Grades and forms
98% min
Export grade — Mesotrione ≥98.0% (HPLC) · insoluble matter in acetone ≤0.2% · loss on drying ≤1.0%
Applications
- Raw material for herbicide formulation manufacturing
- Control of annual broadleaf weeds and some grass weeds in corn
- Not for direct field application
FAQ
Questions importers ask about this product
- What packing options are available for Mesotrione 98% TC?
- 25 kg fibre drum; Private label and buyer-specific shipping marks available on request. Private-label printing and buyer-specific shipping marks can be arranged.
- Can you supply Mesotrione 98% TC to a specific specification?
- Yes. Send the grade, purity and any impurity limits your process requires and we will confirm what we can supply. Indicative specifications for our standard grades are listed on this page; the controlling values are those in the technical data sheet (TDS) issued for your order.
- Which documents are provided with a Mesotrione 98% TC shipment?
- Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of analysis for the batch, and the technical data sheet (TDS) and safety data sheet (SDS) for the product. Certificates for specific destinations can be arranged on request.
- What is the minimum order quantity?
- Our standard export minimum is one 20'GP container (approx. 25 MT). For a first order we can discuss a smaller trial quantity.
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