Fomesafen

CAS Number

72178-02-0

EC Number

276-439-9

What is Fomesafen?

Fomesafen (CAS 72178-02-0), also known by its development code PP021, is a post-emergent herbicide active ingredient used in broadleaf weed control across row crop production.

Where is Fomesafen used?

Soybean, dry bean and other legume crops: selective control of broadleaf weeds
Pigweed, lambsquarters and morningglory: targeted species
Liquid suspension concentrates and premix formulations
Combination with other herbicide actives to broaden the weed control spectrum
It acts as a protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPO) inhibitor, disrupting weed growth at the cellular level.

Commercial specifications

Soluble concentrates (SL) or suspension concentrates (SC) at defined active ingredient percentages
Documentation aligned with FAO/WHO specifications or regional registration standards

Other Names (Synonyms)

5-(2-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)-N-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitrobenzamide|M0A3U4CDTF|PP021|5-(2-Chloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-p-tolyloxy)-N-mesyl-2-nitrobenzamide|Benzamide, 5-[2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-N-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitro-|Flex|N-Methanesulfonyl-5-[(2-chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-4-tolyl)oxy]-2-nitrobenzamide

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What are the physical properties of Fomesafen?

Melting Point 220-221 °C

Density 1.28 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C

Appearance White crystalline solid or powder.

Color White to Off-White

Form neat

Refractive Index 1.5660 (estimate)

How is Fomesafen classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning

GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard

Hazard Statements

H302 H302

H312 H312

H332 H332

H400 H400

H410 H410

H302+H332 H302+H332

Precautionary Statements

P261 P261

P264 P264

P270 P270

P271 P271

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Fomesafen?

HS Code 29350090

Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

WGK (Germany) 1