Description

Diclofop-Methyl is a selective post-emergence aryloxyphenoxypropionate herbicide. It is a key active ingredient valued for its effectiveness in controlling a broad spectrum of annual and perennial grass weeds in broadleaf crops. This compound is essential for agricultural professionals and formulators seeking reliable crop protection solutions. Its targeted action makes it a cornerstone in integrated weed management programs for global agriculture.

Application

• Selective Herbicide for Broadleaf Crops: Primary use in controlling grass weeds in crops such as soybeans, peanuts, sugar beets, and oilseed rape.
• Post-Emergence Weed Management: Applied after weeds have emerged to inhibit acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACCase), disrupting fatty acid synthesis in susceptible grasses.
• Control of Resistant Weeds: Used in rotation or mixture with herbicides of other modes of action to manage and prevent herbicide resistance.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Served as a technical-grade active ingredient for the formulation of various emulsifiable concentrates (EC), wettable powders (WP), and suspension concentrates (SC).
• Agricultural Research & Development: Utilized in R&D laboratories for developing new herbicide formulations and studying weed physiology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diclofop-Methyl
CAS No.	51388-27-3
Molecular Formula	C16H14Cl2O4
Molecular Weight	341.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-[4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoate; Diclofop-methyl; HOE 23408; Illoxan; Hoe-Grass; (RS)-2-[4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propionic acid methyl ester
EINECS	257-182-6

Quality Control

Our Diclofop-Methyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise technical-grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and related substances are provided to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your formulation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Ensure the storage area is separate from food and feedstuffs.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	39 - 41 °C
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%

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