oxyfluorfen

Description

oxyfluorfen · CAS 42874-03-3 · C15H11ClF3NO4. UNII 46GY4Y6567. Boiling Point: 358.2 °C; Melting Point: 85-90 °C (tech., 65-84 °C); Solubility: In water, 1.16X10-1 mg/L at 25 °C.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Oxyfluorfen is an orange crystalline solid. Non corrosive. Used as an herbicide.
• Orange to dark red-brown solid; [HSDB]
• Orange crystalline solid at room temperature
• Orange to deep red brown crystalline solid
• Readily soluble in most organic solvents, e.g. acetone 72.5, cyclohexanone, isophorone 61.5, dimethylformamide >50, chloroform 50-55, mesityl oxide 40-50 (all in g/100 g, 25 °C)
• When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of /hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride, and nitrogen oxides/.

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used as broad spectrum pre- and post-emergence herbicide for tree, fruit, nut, vine, and field crops; Also used for non-agricultural, residential, and forestry applications; [HSDB] Used as food additive; [Hawley]
• Broad spectrum pre- and post-emergent control of annual broadleaf and grassy weeds in a variety of tree, fruit, nut, vine, and field crops. There are also nonagricultural and forestry uses ... also used for /spot-treatment/ weed control in landscapes, patios, driveways, and similar residential uses.
• Information on 7 consumer products that contain Oxyfluorfen in the following categories is provided:
• Oxyfluorfen is manufactured by reaction of 3,4-dichlorobenzotrifluoride with resorcinol; the resulting product is then treated with ethanol in the presence of potassium hydroxide.
• Preparation: NL 7303590; H.O. Bayer et al., US 3798276 (1973, 1974 both to Rohm & Haas)
• Oxyfluorfen is formulated for agricultural uses as an emulsifiable liquid concentrate containing 0.2 to 4 pounds active ingredient (ai) per gallon and as a granular product containing 2% oxyfluorfen by weight. Oxyfluorfen is most frequently used in a liquid formulation for food crops and as a granular formulation for ornamental nursery crops. There are also several ready-to-use products and a liquid concentrate available for residential use. Residential formulations contain 0.25% to 0.70% oxyfluorfen by volume and

Synonyms

Oxyfluorfen; 42874-03-3; Galigan; 2-Chloro-1-(3-ethoxy-4-nitrophenoxy)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Oxyfluorofen; Koltar; Goal; Oxyfluorfene; Oxygold; Goldate; Zoomer; Hada F; Benzene, 2-chloro-1-(3-ethoxy-4-nitrophenoxy)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; Boxer (Obs.); RH-2915; DTXSID7024241

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of oxyfluorfen?

CAS 42874-03-3; molecular formula C15H11ClF3NO4; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is oxyfluorfen known by?

Oxyfluorfen, 42874-03-3, Galigan, 2-Chloro-1-(3-ethoxy-4-nitrophenoxy)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, Oxyfluorofen, Koltar.

Is oxyfluorfen classified as hazardous?

1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (3 of 309).

What are the key physical properties of oxyfluorfen?

Boiling Point: 358.2 °C; Melting Point: 85-90 °C (tech., 65-84 °C); Solubility: In water, 1.16X10-1 mg/L at 25 °C; Density: 1.49 g/L.

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