Description

Fluometuron is a selective phenylurea herbicide known for its effective pre- and early post-emergence control of a broad spectrum of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds. Its core value proposition lies in providing reliable, cost-effective weed management with residual activity, crucial for protecting crop yields. This product is primarily needed by agricultural professionals and formulators in the production of crop protection solutions for key markets such as cotton, sugarcane, and certain fruit crops.

Application

• Cotton Crop Protection: As a primary herbicide for selective weed control in cotton fields, targeting species like barnyardgrass and pigweed.
• Sugarcane Weed Management: Used in sugarcane cultivation to control competing vegetation and promote healthy cane growth.
• Fruit & Vineyard Maintenance: Employed in certain orchards and vineyards for residual weed control under established plants.
• Industrial Vegetation Control: Utilized for managing unwanted vegetation in non-crop areas such as railways and industrial sites.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Serves as the active technical ingredient for manufacturers producing various herbicide formulations (e.g., wettable powders, suspension concentrates).
• Soil-Applied Herbicide Programs: Integrated into comprehensive weed management strategies due to its soil-residual properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fluometuron
CAS No.	2164-17-2
Molecular Formula	C10H11F3N2O
Molecular Weight	232.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethyl-3-(α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)urea; Cotoran; Ciba 2059; Lanex; Meturon 4L; Herbicide 2059; N,N-Dimethyl-N'-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]urea; 3-(m-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea
EINECS	218-500-4

Quality Control

Our Fluometuron technical material is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, chemical identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	163°C - 165°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.