Metribuzin
TECHNICALS

Metribuzin

IUPAC Name
4-amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one.
CAS Number
21087-64-9

Metribuzinis a pre and post-emergence herbicide used to control grasses and broad-leaved weeds in a range of crops. It acts by inhibiting photosynthesis in susceptible plant by binding to a protein of the photosystem II complex. Foliar applied Metribuzin is moderately absorbed into the plant and translocation is also upward.It is selective systemic herbicide, absorbed predominantly by the roots, but also by the leaves, with translocation acropetally in the xylem. Pre and post emergence control of many grasses and broad-leaved weeds in soya beans, potatoes, tomatoes, sugar cane alfalfa, asparagus, maize and cereals.

SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Content

Detailed properties and technical specifications for Metribuzin

Physical & Chemical Properties

AppearanceWhite to off-white free from visible extraneous matter and added modifying agents

Composition & Purity

Active Ingredient95.0% (w/w) Min.
Acidity (as H2SO4)0.50% (w/w) Max.
Moisture content KF method0.50% (w/w) Max.

Packaging & Delivery

Technical GradePowder: HDPE sacks of capacity upto 200 kg further packed in MS drums
FormulationsPowder: HDPE sacks of capacity upto 200 kg further packed in MS drums

Other Specifications

Material insoluble in acetone0.50% (w/w) Max.
Mammalian ToxicityWHO classification: Class III Slightly hazardous”
EnvironmentalBirds: Acute Oral LD50 Mallard Duck
Toxicity460-680 mg/kg.Not toxic to bees, LD50 35 µg/bee.LC50 for Mallard Duck >4000 mg/kgLC50 for Gold fish >10 ppm

Additional Information

Appearance:White to off-white free from visible extraneous matter and added modifying agentsActive Ingredient:95.0% (w/w) Min.Acidity (as H2SO4):0.50% (w/w) Max.Moisture content KF method:0.50% (w/w) Max.Material insoluble in acetone:0.50% (w/w) Max.

70% and 75% WP or as per Customer’s specific requirement.70% and 75% WG or as per Customer’s specific requirement48% and 60% SC or as per Customer’s specific requirement.

Compatible with most other herbicides, except in highly concentrated mixtures.

Two years under normal storage conditions.

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