Term Name: | flufenpyr-ethyl |
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Synonyms: | ethyl 2-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[5-methyl-6-oxo-4-(trifluoromethyl)-1(6H)-pyridazinyl]phenoxy]acetate, ethyl 2-chloro-5-[1,6-dihydro-5-methyl-6-oxo-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridazin-1-yl]-4-fluorophenoxyacetate, ethyl {2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[5-methyl-6-oxo-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridazin-1(6H)-yl]phenoxy}acetate, S-3153 |
Definition: | An ethyl ester resulting from the formal condesnation of the carboxy group of flufenpyr with ethanol. It is used as a contact herbicide for the control of broad-leaved weeds. It acts as a protoporphyrinogen oxidase inhibitor, causing protoporphyrins to accumulate, damaging the membrane structure and cellular function. No longer approved for use in the European Union. |
Ontology: | ChEBI [CHEBI:132056] ( EBI ) |