NOMENCLATURE

Common name linuron (BSI, E-ISO, (m) F-ISO, ANSI, WSSA, JMAF)
IUPAC name
3-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
Chemical Abstracts name
N'-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-N-methoxy-N-methylurea
CAS RN [330-55-2] EEC no. 206-356-5
APPLICATIONS
Mode of action
Selective systemic herbicide, absorbed principally by the roots but also by the foliage, with translocation primarily acropetally in the xylem.
Uses
Pre- and post-emergence control of annual grass and broad-leaved weeds, and some seedling perennial weeds, in asparagus, artichokes, carrots, parsley, fennel, parsnips, herbs and spices, celery, celeriac, onions, leeks, garlic, potatoes, peas, field beans, soya beans, cereals,maize, sorghum, cotton, flax, sunflowers, sugar cane, ornamentals, established vines, bananas, cassava, coffee, tea, rice, peanuts, ornamental trees and shrubs, and other crops.
Formulation types
Linuron 45%SC
Linuron 50%WP
Packing details
10ML ~200L for liquid formulations, 1G~25KG for solid formulations |