Alloxydim-sodium
Action/Use:
- Herbicide
Use:
Controls annual and suppresses perennial grass weeds in broadleaf crops.
Identification
Common Name(s): Alloxydim-sodium (ISO); ; Alloxydim (ISO)
Chemistry
Properties: White crystals. Melting point 185.5°C with decomposition. Solubility: dimethylformamide 100 g/100 ml; methanol 61.9 g/100 ml; cyclohexanone 0.3 g/100 ml; xylene: 0.002 g/100.
Mode of Action / Resistance Management
Chemical Group: Cyclohexanedione
Mode of Action: Inhibition of acetyl CoA carboxylase (ACCase)
Action Group: HRAC Group A; WSSA Group 1
Environmental Guidelines
Hazards: Fish: LC50 2.6 (96 h) (carp); 2.0 g/l (trout). Bee: Nontoxic
Water Solubility: >200 g/100 ml at 30°F
Safety Guidelines
Toxicity: (Rat): Oral LD50 2322 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50 (4 h) >4.3 mg/l. (Rabbit): Dermal LD50 >2000 mg/kg
Handling/storage Cautions: Keep in a dry, cool, ventilated place. Handle with caution, avoid contact with skin, eyes
Protective Clothing: Protective eyewear.
Suppliers and Branded Products
Formulators' Trade Names:
Bayer CropScience (Fervin*)
Discontinued Names:
Kusagard*
