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Acetochlor

Description:
Acetochlor is a selective herbicide primarily used for controlling annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds in various crops, particularly corn and soybeans. It belongs to the chloroacetanilide class of herbicides and functions by inhibiting the synthesis of fatty acids, which disrupts the growth of target plants. Acetochlor is characterized by its relatively low volatility and high lipophilicity, which allows it to persist in the soil and effectively control weeds over an extended period. It is typically applied pre-emergence or early post-emergence to maximize its efficacy. The substance is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild odor, and it has a moderate solubility in water, making it important to consider its environmental impact, particularly regarding groundwater contamination. Safety measures are essential when handling acetochlor, as it can pose risks to human health and non-target organisms if not used according to guidelines. Regulatory assessments have established acceptable exposure levels to ensure safe agricultural practices.
Formula:C14H20ClNO2
InChI:InChI=1/C14H20ClNO2/c1-4-12-8-6-7-11(3)14(12)16(10-18-5-2)13(17)9-15/h6-8H,4-5,9-10H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=VTNQPKFIQCLBDU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:N(C(CCl)=O)(COCC)C1=C(CC)C=CC=C1C
Synonyms:
  • 2'-Ethyl-6'-methyl-N-(ethoxymethyl)-2-chloroacetanilide
  • 2-Chlor-N-(ethoxymethyl)-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)acetamid
  • 2-Chloro-2'-methyl-6'-ethyl-N-ethoxymethyl
  • 2-Chloro-2'-methyl-6'-ethyl-N-ethoxymethyl-acetanilide
  • 2-Chloro-N-(ethoxymethyl)-6'-ethyl-o-acetotoluidide
  • 2-Chloro-N-(ethoxymethyl)-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)acetamide
  • 2-Ethyl-6-methyl-N-(ethoxymethyl)-2-chloroacetylaniline
  • 2-Methyl-6-ethyl-N-ethoxymethyl-2-chloroacetanilide
  • 2-cloro-N-(2-etil-6-metilfenil)-N-(etoximetil)acetamida
  • Acenit
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