Description

Prethcamide is a selective herbicide belonging to the chloroacetamide chemical class, widely recognized for its pre-emergent and early post-emergent weed control efficacy. Its primary value lies in providing reliable, long-lasting residual activity against a broad spectrum of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in major field crops. This product is essential for agricultural professionals and formulators seeking to develop effective crop protection solutions. Key target markets include large-scale corn, soybean, and cotton production systems where consistent weed management is critical for yield protection.

Application

• Pre-emergent Herbicide in Corn: Applied to soil before crop emergence to control weeds like foxtail, barnyardgrass, and black nightshade.
• Early Post-emergent Treatment in Soybeans: Used in integrated weed management programs to suppress weeds during the critical early growth stages of the crop.
• Cotton Field Weed Management: Provides residual control of problematic grasses and small-seeded broadleaf weeds, reducing the need for multiple post-emergent applications.
• Agricultural Formulations: Serves as a key active ingredient in the manufacture of emulsifiable concentrate (EC) and suspension concentrate (SC) herbicide formulations.
• Soil-Applied Broad-Spectrum Control: Effective against key weeds such as crabgrass, fall panicum, and pigweed through root and shoot uptake inhibition.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs: Used in rotation with other herbicide modes of action to manage and delay herbicide resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Prethcamide
CAS No.	8015-51-8
Molecular Formula	C15H22ClNO2
Molecular Weight	283.80 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N-(2-methoxyethyl)-N-(2-propynyl)acetamide; Pethoxamid; Pethoxamide; Successor 600; Kusa-tore; FMC-57020; KIH 8921; (RS)-2-Chloro-N-(2-methoxyethyl)-N-(prop-2-ynyl)acetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Prethcamide technical material is produced under a cGMP-compliant quality management system (ISO 9001 certified) to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Every lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by IR spectroscopy, and stringent limits for key impurities and moisture content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results 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 area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry place to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5% (Karl Fischer)
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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