| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
potassium 2-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy)propionate | [CAS]
2818-16-8 | [Synonyms]
potassium 2-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy)propionate
2-(2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxy)propionic acid potassium salt | [EINECS(EC#)]
220-572-7 | [Molecular Formula]
C9H6Cl3KO3 | [MOL File]
2818-16-8.mol | [Molecular Weight]
307.599 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Production Methods]
Fenoprop-potassium was produced through a classic “ester of an ester” route that mirrored other phenoxy herbicide derivatives of its era. Manufacturers began with technical-grade fenoprop, itself obtained by chlorinating and then etherifying the appropriate phenolic precursor to install the 2-propyl side chain. Once purified, this phenoxy acid was converted into its potassium salt by treatment with potassium hydroxide in aqueous or hydroalcoholic media. | [Mechanism of action]
Synthetic auxin affecting nucleic acid biosynthesis and cell elongation. Systemic, selective. | [Pesticide Type]
Herbicide; Plant Growth Regulator |
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