Description

Isoproturon is a selective, systemic phenylurea herbicide widely used for pre- and post-emergence weed control. Its primary value lies in its effective action against annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in cereal crops, offering farmers a reliable solution for protecting yield. This product is essential for agricultural professionals and formulators in the crop protection industry seeking consistent, high-quality active ingredients for herbicide manufacturing.

Application

Isoproturon is formulated for use in various agricultural scenarios, primarily targeting weed management in key cereal crops.

• Pre- and Post-Emergence Weed Control in Winter Wheat and Barley: Effectively manages competing vegetation to optimize cereal crop growth and yield.
• Selective Herbicide Formulations: Serves as a key active ingredient in commercial herbicide products for professional agricultural use.
• Control of Annual Grasses: Targets problematic grasses like black-grass, wild oats, and canary grass in field conditions.
• Suppression of Broad-Leaved Weeds: Manages weeds such as chickweed and cleavers in cereal crop stands.
• Industrial Manufacturing of Crop Protection Agents: Used by agrochemical companies for the synthesis and production of end-use herbicide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isoproturon
CAS No.	34123-59-6
Molecular Formula	C12H18N2O
Molecular Weight	206.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Isopropylphenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea; IPU; N,N-Dimethyl-N'-[4-(1-methylethyl)phenyl]urea; Arelon; Graminon; Tolkan; N-(4-Isopropylphenyl)-N',N'-dimethylurea
EINECS	251-835-4

Quality Control

Our Isoproturon is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet typical technical grade or higher specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity limits is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	155 - 160 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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