Chemical Abstracts name 2-chloro-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(1H-pyrazol-1-ylmethyl)acetamide

 

Biochemistry Inhibits cell division by blocking protein synthesis. It is reported that chloroacetamides inhibit synthesis of very long chain fatty acids.

 

Mode of action Selective herbicide, absorbed by the hypocotyls and roots. Inhibits germination.

 

Uses Pre-emergence and early post-emergence control of winter and annual grasses (such as Alopecurus myosuroides, Apera spica-venti, Avena fatua, Digitaria sanguinalis, Echinochloa crus-galli, Poa annua and Setaria spp.) and broad-leaved weeds (Amaranthus, Anthemis, Matricaria, Polygonum, Sinapis, Solanum, Stellaria, Urtica and Veronica spp.) in artichokes, broccoli, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, cabbages, cauliflower, sweetcorn, garlic, horseradish, kale, leeks, maize, white mustard, onions, peanuts, pome fruits, potatoes, radish, rape, soya beans, stone fruits, strawberries, sugar cane, sunflowers, tobacco and turnips. Applied at 1.0-1.5 kg/ha.

 

Formulation 50%SC