page_title: Sulfotep
section_title: Metabolism
hierarchical_section_title: Sulfotep / Metabolism
caption_attribution_description: English: Phase I and phase II reactions in the biotransformation of sulfotep.
context_page_description: Sulfotep is a pesticide commonly used in greenhouses as a fumigant. The substance is also known as Dithione, Dithiophos, and many other names. Sulfotep has the molecular formula C₈H₂₀O₅P₂S₂ and belongs to the organophosphate class of chemicals. It has a cholinergic effect, involving depression of the cholinesterase activity of the peripheral and central nervous system of insects. The transduction of signals is disturbed at the synapses that make use of acetylcholine. Sulfotep is a mobile oil that is pale yellow-colored and smells like garlic. It is primarily used as an insecticide.
caption: Metabolism of sulfotep
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