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Formulation of monocrotophos
1Ciba-Geigy Development Centre Agro, Switzerland.
Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Monocrotophos remains a valued, cost-effective insecticide due to simple formulations. Its environmental degradation is beneficial, though mammalian toxicity necessitates developing safer alternatives.
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.