Fipronil

- Overview
  - Fipronil is a phenylpyrazole derivative used as a broad-spectrum insecticide. It is used in agriculture, in topical veterinary treatments, and home insect control.
    
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    Background
    
    Fipronil inhibits the chloride channels of insect GABAA receptors in the nervous system, causing excess neuron stimulation leading to death. Fipronil can also inhibit the GABAA receptor subunits in mammals, but with a much lower binidng affinity.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    120068-37-3
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C12H4Cl2F6N4OS
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    437.15
    
    Storage
    
    2-8°C
    
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