Description

Bixafen is a modern, highly effective succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor (SDHI) fungicide belonging to the carboxamide chemical class. Its primary value lies in providing robust, long-lasting control against a broad spectrum of economically damaging foliar diseases in major crops. This product is essential for agricultural professionals and formulators seeking advanced solutions for crop protection, particularly in the cultivation of cereals, oilseed rape, and other high-value agricultural commodities.

Application

• As a key active ingredient in fungicide formulations for the control of Septoria leaf blotch (Zymoseptoria tritici) in wheat.
• For the management of yellow rust (Puccinia striiformis) and brown rust (Puccinia triticina) in cereal crops.
• Effective against light leaf spot (Pyrenopeziza brassicae) and Sclerotinia stem rot in oilseed rape (canola).
• Used in combination with other fungicides (e.g., prothioconazole) in pre-mix formulations to enhance efficacy and manage resistance.
• Applied as a foliar spray to protect yield and quality in large-scale agricultural production systems.
• Suitable for integrated pest management (IPM) programs due to its specific mode of action.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bixafen
CAS No.	581809-46-3
Molecular Formula	C18H12F5N3O2
Molecular Weight	397.30 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(3',4'-Dichloro-5-fluorobiphenyl-2-yl)-3-(difluoromethyl)-1-methylpyrazole-4-carboxamide; Bixafen; F 965; AE C656194; F965; 3-(Difluoromethyl)-1-methyl-N-(3',4'-dichloro-5-fluorobiphenyl-2-yl)pyrazole-4-carboxamide
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Quality Control

Our Bixafen technical material is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for agrochemical formulation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
pH (suspension)	5.0 - 8.0

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