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Glyphosate

Also known as: N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine, N-Phosphomethylglycine, N-phosphonomethylglycine acid, 2-((Phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid, (Carboxymethylamino)methylphosphonic acid, (Phosphonomethyl)glycine, Accord, EINECS 213-997-4, ENVISION(R), Folusen, Forsat, Glialka, Glifocas, Glycine, N-(phosphonomethyl)-, Glyphodin A, Glysate, Herbatop, KERNEL(R), MFCD00055350, Phorsat

Glyphosate (CAS 1071-83-6) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H8NO5P and a molecular weight of 169.073 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 230 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 465.8±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 235.5±31.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1071-83-6
Jingsj CID
J-3168-5
Molecular Formula
C3H8NO5P
Molecular Weight
169.073 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point230 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point465.8±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point235.5±31.5 °C
Exact Mass169.014008
PSA116.67000
LogP-2.36
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.529
Additional Property1.2 g/100 mL

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Greim H, et al. Evaluation of carcinogenic potential of the herbicide glyphosate, drawing on tumor incidence data from fourteen chronic/carcinogenicity rodent studies. Crit Rev Toxicol. 2015;45(3):185-208. [2]. Zhang JW, et al The toxic effects and possible mechanisms of glyphosate on mouse oocytes. Chemosphere. 2019 Dec;237:124435.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2931900041
Summary2931900041 2-((phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid。supervision conditions:s(import or export registration certificate for pesticides)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:0.0%。MFN tarrif:6.5%。general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Glyphosate?

The CAS number of Glyphosate is 1071-83-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glyphosate?

Glyphosate has molecular formula C3H8NO5P and molecular weight 169.073 g/mol.

Is Glyphosate hazardous?

Glyphosate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Glyphosate?

For Glyphosate, Upstream Products: N-(phosphonomethyl)iminodiacetic acid, (Aminomethyl)phosphonic acid, chromium; Downstream Products: Glyphosate isopropylamine salt, Glyphosate dimethylamine salt, N-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine monosodium salt.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Glyphosate (CAS 1071-83-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3168-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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