dioxation

Also known as Delnav, p-Dioxane-2,3-diyl ethyl phosphorodithioate, Dioxane phosphate, 2,3-p-Dioxanethiol-S,S-bis(O,O-diethyl phosphoro-dithioate), Navadel, Dioxathion

Dioxathion, systematically known as p-dioxane-2,3-diyl ethyl phosphorodithioate, is an organophosphate pesticide. It is used as an insecticide on livestock and as an acaricide on citrus fruits, deciduous fruits and nuts.

Chemical data

Formula: C12H26O6P2S4
Molecular weight: 456.5 g/mol
IUPAC name: (3-diethoxyphosphinothioylsulfanyl-1,4-dioxan-2-yl)sulfanyl-diethoxy-sulfanylidene-lambda5-phosphane

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==Uses== Under the trade name Delnav, it can be used to control insects and mites on apples, pears, quince, grapes, and walnuts, and finds use in the control of ticks, horn flies, lice and sheep keds in various livestock, either as a spray or as a dip. Under the trade name Deltic, it is a restricted use pesticide for exterior control of fleas, ticks and mites, in kennels, dog houses, yards, and other recreational areas.