Active ingredient: Fipronil
Other name: Termidor (Bayer)
Formulation: Fipronil 2.5% EC
IUPAC name: (5-amino-1-(2,6-dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl)-
4-trifluoromethylsulfinylpyrazole-3-carbonitrile
CAS No.: [120068-37-3]
Molecular weight: 437.2
Molecular formula: C12H4Cl2F6N4OS
Structural formula:
Mode of action: Broad-spectrum insecticide, toxic by contact and ingestion. Moderately systemic and, in some crops, can be used to control insects when applied as a soil or seed treatment. Good to excellent residual control following foliar application.
Uses: For the protection of structures from subterranean termite damage and for the control of subterranean termites around domestic and commercial structures.