Fenarimol
Action/Use:
- Fungicide
Use:
AS for turfgrass, ornamentals, various tree crops. EC for scab, powdery mildew, rust of apples, pears; powdery mildew of cherries, grapes; leaf spot of cherries.
Identification
Common Name(s): Fenarimol (ANSI, ISO, BSI)
Chemistry
Properties: Pure: white crystalline solid. Melting point 117-119°C. Vapor pressure < 2.2 x 10-7 mm/Hg at 25°C. Soluble in most organic solvents.
Mode of Action / Resistance Management
Chemical Group: pyrimidines
Taget Site: G1: C14-demethylase in sterol biosynthesis
Mode of Action: sterol biosynthesis in membranes
Action Group: FRAC Code 3
Comments / Risk Notes: Medium risk
Environmental Guidelines
Hazards: Fish: Toxic. LC50 1.8 mg/l (96 h) (rainbow trout). Bee: Nontoxic
Water Solubility: 13.7 ppm at 25°C (pH 7)
Safety Guidelines
Signal Word: WARNING (EC), CAUTION (WP)
Toxicity Class: II, III
Toxicity: Tech (Rat): Oral LD50 2500 mg/kg. (Mouse): 4500 mg/kg
Handling/storage Cautions: EC causes eye, skin irritation. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Do NOT store near heat or open flame
Protective Clothing: Chemical-resistant gloves.
Suppliers and Branded Products
Basic Producers:
Gowan Company (Rubigan*, Vintage*)
Formulators' Trade Names:
Discontinued Names:
Etisso Pilzfrei*
Tebulan*
Tiarimol*
