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Formulation of monocrotophos

E Neuenschwander1

  • 1Ciba-Geigy Development Centre Agro, Switzerland.

Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Monocrotophos remains a valued, cost-effective insecticide due to simple formulations. Its environmental degradation is beneficial, though mammalian toxicity necessitates developing safer alternatives.

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Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Monocrotophos is a widely used, economical insecticide valued for its efficacy.
  • Its water solubility allows for simple formulation and local manufacturing, reducing costs.
  • The chemical instability of monocrotophos presents challenges for shelf life but offers environmental advantages.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the properties of monocrotophos formulations.
  • To discuss the implications of its chemical stability and toxicity.
  • To identify future research directions for improved formulations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing data on monocrotophos properties.
  • Analysis of formulation characteristics and manufacturing simplicity.
  • Assessment of environmental fate and toxicological profile.

Main Results:

  • Monocrotophos formulations are inexpensive and easy to produce.
  • Limited chemical stability impacts shelf life, especially in tropical climates.
  • High mammalian toxicity is a significant drawback, while environmental degradation is favorable.

Conclusions:

  • Despite storage limitations, monocrotophos is a practical insecticide when managed properly.
  • Its environmental breakdown is advantageous, mitigating long-term persistence.
  • Future efforts should focus on reducing the high mammalian toxicity of monocrotophos formulations.

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