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Metribuzin

Also known as: 4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one, 4-Amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one, Sencor, Lexone, Bay 94337, Bayer 6159H, Lexone 4L, Lexone 75DF, Preview, Salute, Sencor 4L, Sencor 75DF, Sencoral, 4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-(methylsulfanyl)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one, 4-Amino-6-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)-3-(methylsulfanyl)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one, 1,2,4-Triazin-5(4H)-one, 4-amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-

Metribuzin (CAS 21087-64-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14N4OS and a molecular weight of 214.288 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 125°C, a boiling point of 312.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.7±23.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
21087-64-9
Jingsj CID
J-1323198-7
Molecular Formula
C8H14N4OS
Molecular Weight
214.288 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point125°C
Boiling Point312.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point142.7±23.2 °C
Exact Mass214.088837
PSA99.10000
LogP1.30
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.618

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Whitney Pilcher, et al. Genome-wide Microarray Analysis Leads to Identification of Genes in Response to Herbicide, Metribuzin in Wheat Leaves. PLoS One. 2017 Dec 11;12(12):e0189639.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933699014
Summary2933699014 4-amino-6-(tert-butyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4h)-one。supervision conditions:s(import or export registration certificate for pesticides)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tarrif:6.5%。general tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Metribuzin?

The CAS number of Metribuzin is 21087-64-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Metribuzin?

Metribuzin has molecular formula C8H14N4OS and molecular weight 214.288 g/mol.

Is Metribuzin hazardous?

Metribuzin has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Metribuzin?

For Metribuzin, Upstream Products: Methyl chlorosulfonate, 4-Amino-6-(tert-butyl)-3-mercapto-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Ethiozin, Metribuzin-desamino, Metribuzin-diketo.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Metribuzin (CAS 21087-64-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1323198-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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