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Diofenolan is commercially synthesised through a process begins with the preparation of a 4-phenoxyphenol intermediate, which is reacted with a chloromethyl-substituted 1,3-dioxolane under basic conditions to form the ether linkage. This reaction typically uses solvents like dichloromethane and bases such as potassium carbonate, with temperature control to ensure regioselectivity and minimize side reactions. | [Mechanism of action]
Insect growth retardant, moulting inhibitor with juvenile hormone activity | [Toxicity evaluation]
Acute oral LD50 for rats: >5,000 mg/kg | [Pesticide Type]
Insecticide; Insect Growth Regulator |
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