Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Fomesafen (CAS: 72178-02-0)?
Answer
Fomesafen (CAS: 72178-02-0) is primarily used in agricultural settings to manage broadleaf weeds in crops like corn, soybeans, and cotton. It is effective as both a pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicide. Additionally, it is used in research for studying herbicide mechanisms and in industrial applications for weed control in non-crop areas.
About
CAS No
72178-02-0
English Name
Fomesafen
Molecular Formula
C15H10ClF3N2O6S
Molecular Weight
438.7629 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(NS(=O)(C)=O)C1=CC(OC2=CC=C(C(F)(F)F)C=C2Cl)=CC=C1[N+]([O-])=O
InChIKey
BGZZWXTVIYUUEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
