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Allethrin

Also known as: Bioallethrin, d-trans-allethrin, Pynamin, Pallethrin, D-allethrin, (+-)-3-allyl-2-methyl-4-oxocyclopent-2-enyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylpropen-1-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylate, (RS)-3-allyl-2-methyl-4-oxocyclopent-2-enyl (1RS)-cis-trans-2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-enyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate, (R,S)-3-ally-2-methyl-4-oxo-cyclopent-2-enyl-(1R)-chrysanthemate, 3-allyl-2-methyl-4-oxocyclopent-2-en-1-yl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-en-1-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylate, 2-methyl-4-oxo-3-(prop-2-en-1-yl)cyclopent-2-en-1-yl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-en-1-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylate, 3-Allyl-2-methyl-4-oxo-2-cyclopenten-1-yl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methyl-1-propen-1-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylate, (1Ξ)-2-methyl-4-oxo-3-(prop-2-en-1-yl)cyclopent-2-en-1-yl (1Ξ,3Ξ)-2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-en-1-yl)cyclopropane-1-carboxylate, Chrysanthemumic acid ester of (±)-allethrolone, Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methyl-1-propen-1-yl)-, 2-methyl-4-oxo-3-(2-propen-1-yl)-2-cyclopenten-1-yl ester, Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)-, 2-methyl-4-oxo-3-(2-propenyl)-2-cyclopenten-1-yl ester

Allethrin (CAS 584-79-2) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C19H26O3 and a molecular weight of 302.408 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 51ºC, a boiling point of 386.8±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.0±27.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H332 — Harmful if inhaled and H410 — Very 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.
584-79-2
Jingsj CID
J-33730-6
Molecular Formula
C19H26O3
Molecular Weight
302.408 g/mol
Category
Esters
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point51ºC
Boiling Point386.8±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point166.0±27.9 °C
Exact Mass302.188202
PSA43.37000
LogP4.92
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.515

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Golla Madhubabu, et al. Allethrin induces oxidative stress, apoptosis and calcium release in rat testicular carcinoma cells (LC540). Toxicol In Vitro. 2014 Dec;28(8):1386-95. [2]. Geetika Gupta, et al. Allethrin toxicity on human corneal epithelial cells involves mitochondrial pathway mediated apoptosis. Toxicol In Vitro. 2013 Dec;27(8):2242-8. [3]. Golla Madhubabu, et al. Allethrin induced toxicity in the male reproductive tract of rats contributes to disruption in the transcription of genes involved in germ cell production. Environ Toxicol. 2014 Nov;29(11):1330-45.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Allethrin?

The CAS number of Allethrin is 584-79-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Allethrin?

Allethrin has molecular formula C19H26O3 and molecular weight 302.408 g/mol.

Is Allethrin hazardous?

Allethrin has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Allethrin (CAS 584-79-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33730-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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