5411-07-4

Basic information

• Product Name: [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid
• CAS NO: 5411-07-4
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₀AsNO₇
• Molecular Weight: 307.0891
• Mol File: 5411-07-4.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 636.9°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 339°C
• Vapor Pressure: 4.28E-17mmHg at 25°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid(5411-07-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid(5411-07-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 5411-07-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

[4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid, commonly known as Roxarsone, is an organoarsenic compound characterized by its chemical structure that features a phenyl ring with a nitro group and an arsenic atom connected to a hydroxyethoxy group. It is recognized for its role in promoting growth, enhancing feed efficiency, controlling parasites, and improving pigmentation in animals, particularly in poultry and swine production.

Uses

Used in Animal Husbandry:
[4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid is used as a feed additive in the animal husbandry industry for promoting growth and improving feed efficiency in animals. Its application reason is attributed to its ability to stimulate growth and optimize the use of feed resources, leading to better overall health and productivity in livestock.
Used in Parasite Control:
In the animal husbandry industry, [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid is also used as a means to control parasites. The application reason is its effectiveness in managing and reducing the presence of parasites in animals, which can lead to improved health and reduced disease transmission.
Used in Pigmentation Enhancement:
Another application of [4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-nitrophenyl]arsonic acid in the animal husbandry industry is for improving pigmentation in animals, particularly in poultry. The application reason is its capacity to enhance the natural color of animal products, such as the skin of poultry, making them more visually appealing to consumers.
However, it is important to note that due to concerns about the potential health risks associated with arsenic, a known toxic substance, the use of Roxarsone as a feed additive has been banned in many countries.

Upstream product

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• 98-14-6 4-hydroxyphenylarsonic acid 
• 746540-24-9 [3-nitro-4-(2-nitryloxy-ethoxy)-phenyl]-arsonic acid 

Downstream Products

• 64048-94-8 2-(2-amino-4-arsenoso-phenoxy)-ethanol 
• 64058-65-7 [3-amino-4-(2-hydroxy-ethoxy)-phenyl]-arsonic acid 
• 741258-23-1 [4-(2-hydroxy-ethylamino)-3-nitro-phenyl]-arsonic acid