Acetochlor 900g/L EC
Classification:
Pre-emergence Herbicide (Chloroacetamide class)
Formulation:
Acetochlor 900g/L EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
CAS NO:
34256-82-1
USAGE:
Selective soil-applied herbicide for control of annual grasses and broadleaf
weeds in corn, soybean, peanut, and sugarcane. Effective against Echinochloa,
Digitaria, Setaria, Amaranthus, and Chenopodium species.
Pack size:
1L, 5L, 20L/drum, or as required
Direction for Use
| Crop | Target Weeds | Dosage (900g/L EC) | Application Timing | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn (Maize) | Annual grasses & broadleaves | 1.2-1.8 L/ha | Pre-emergence within 3 days after planting | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Requires incorporation in dry soils |
| Soybean | Foxtail, Pigweed | 1.0-1.5 L/ha | Pre-plant or pre-emergence | Use safener-treated seeds |
| Peanut | Goosegrass, Crabgrass | 0.8-1.2 L/ha | Pre-emergence before cracking | PHI: 90 days |
| Sugarcane | Barnyardgrass | 1.5-2.0 L/ha | Pre-emergence after planting | Requires 15-20mm rainfall/irrigation |
Product Details
Mode of Action:
-Inhibits very-long-chain fatty acid (VLCFA) synthesis
-Disrupts cell division in germinating seedlings
-Absorbed by roots and shoots of emerging weeds
Benefits:
-Long residual activity (6-10 weeks)
-Excellent crop safety when used correctly
-Controls glyphosate-resistant weeds
-Compatible with most soil types
Precautions:
-PPE: Coveralls, chemical-resistant gloves
-Do not apply to saturated soils
-Minimum 12-month rotation for sensitive crops
-Storage: Keep in original container at 0°C to 35°C
Environmental Hazards:
-Highly toxic to aquatic organisms
-Groundwater contaminant potential (Koc 100-300)
-Half-life: 14-21 days (aerobic soil)
-Volatilization risk-incorporate immediately