Common name: oxyfluorfen (BSI, E-ISO, ANSI, WSSA); oxyfluorf?e ((m) F-ISO),
Chemical name: 2-chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl 3-ethoxy-4-nitrophenyl ether
Chemical class: Diphenyl ether
CAS RN: [42874-03-3]

　 Usage elucidation and Safety

Mode of action: Selective contact herbicide, absorbed more readily by the foliage (and especially the shoots) than by the roots, with very little translocation.

Uses: Control of annual broad-leaved weeds and grasses in a variety of tropical and subtropical crops, by pre- or post-emergence application at rates in the range 0.25-2.0 kg/ha. Particular crops include tree fruit (including citrus), vines, nuts, cereals, maize, soya beans, peanuts, rice, cotton, bananas, peppermint, onions, garlic, ornamental trees and shrubs, and conifer seedbeds.

Safety Guideline:

SIGNAL WORD: Caution!

TOXICITY CLASS: U

TOXICITY: Acute oral LD50 for rats and dogs >5000 mg/kg. Acute percutaneous LD50 for rabbits >10 000 mg/kg.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves, shoes plus socks.

HANDLING/STORAGE CAUTIONS: Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight. Store in original containers. Keep container closed when not in use. Store away from food and drink.

FIRST AID:

Eyes: Flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes and obtain medical advice.

Skin: Carefully remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas with soap and Water, Seek medical aid if at all worried.

Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Keep patient at rest and seek immediate medical advice.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest. Obtain medical advice.

ANTIDOTE: No specific antidote.

Technical grade: 95%min

Formulation products: 23.5%EC, 250 g/l SC, 2% GR, 95% TC