
Chemical Name: Paraquat
IUPAC Name: 1,1′-Dimethyl-4,4′-bipyridinium Dichloride
CAS Number: 1910-42-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂Cl₂
Molecular Weight: 257.2 G/mol
Appearance: Dark Green Crystalline Powder (technical Grade)
| Parameter | Typical Specification |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient (AI) | ≥ 95% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% |
| pH (1% Solution) | 6.5 – 8.0 |
| Color | Dark Green Crystalline |
| Solubility In Water | Very Soluble |
| Impurities | ≤ 0.5% (mostly Related Bipyridyls) |