Permethrin
Also known as: (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methyl (±)-cis,trans-3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methyl 3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, 3-Phenoxybenzyl 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, m-Phenoxybenzyl (±)-3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, Ambush, Pounce, NIX, Acticin, Corsair, Dragnet, Ectiban, Imperator, Kestrel, Lyclear, Outflank, Permanone, Permasect, Stomoxin, Talcord
Permethrin (CAS 52645-53-1) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H20Cl2O3 and a molecular weight of 391.288 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-35°C, a boiling point of 465.9±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.4±27.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 52645-53-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-14348-0
- Molecular Formula
- C21H20Cl2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 391.288 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-35°C |
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| Boiling Point | 465.9±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 159.4±27.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 390.078949 |
| PSA | 35.53000 |
| LogP | 7.15 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.616 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Xiao X, et al. Exposure to permethrin promotes high fat diet-induced weight gain and insulin resistance in male C57BL/6J mice. Food Chem Toxicol. 2018 Jan;111:405-416. [2]. Smith LB, et al. CYP-mediated permethrin resistance in Aedes aegypti and evidence for trans-regulation. PLoS Negl Trop Dis. 2018 Nov 19;12(11):e0006933. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916209022 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Permethrin?
The CAS number of Permethrin is 52645-53-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Permethrin?
Permethrin has molecular formula C21H20Cl2O3 and molecular weight 391.288 g/mol.
Is Permethrin hazardous?
Permethrin has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Permethrin?
For Permethrin, Upstream Products: Tetrabutylphosphonium chloride, (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methanol, 3-(2,2-Dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarbonyl chloride; Downstream Products: Permethric acid, (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methanol.
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