Description

Propisochlor is a selective pre-emergence herbicide belonging to the chloroacetamide chemical class. This compound is valued for its effective control of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in key agricultural crops. It is primarily utilized by the agrochemical industry for formulating crop protection products. Propisochlor CAS NO 86763-47-5 offers a reliable solution for enhancing crop yield and quality through targeted weed management.

Application

The primary application of Propisochlor is in modern agriculture as a foundational active ingredient in herbicide formulations. Its specific uses include:

• Pre-emergence weed control in corn (maize) cultivation.
• Selective herbicide formulations for soybean fields.
• Protection of other field crops such as peanuts and sunflowers from competing weeds.
• Manufacture of emulsifiable concentrate (EC) and other agrochemical formulations for broad-acre farming.
• Integration into weed management programs to combat herbicide-resistant weed species.
• Use in agricultural research and development for new crop protection solutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propisochlor
CAS No.	86763-47-5
Molecular Formula	C15H22ClNO2
Molecular Weight	283.80 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-[(1-methylethoxy)methyl]acetamide; Propisochlor (ISO common name); Prentox; CGA-26423; BAY NTN 8086; 2'-Ethyl-6'-methyl-N-(isopropoxymethyl)chloroacetanilide; α-Chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-(isopropoxymethyl)acetamide
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Quality Control

Our Propisochlor is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality assurance includes rigorous testing against established analytical methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical specifications.

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 maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/cm³
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.520 - 1.530

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