Crop Protection

Chlorothalonil: A Patented Fungicide for Broad-Spectrum Disease Control

20 January 2025, New Delhi: Chlorothalonil is a patented broad-spectrum fungicide used to control various fungal diseases in crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, and turfgrass. It works by inhibiting the respiration process in fungi, thus preventing their growth and reproduction. Chlorothalonil is used in both agriculture and ornamental plant care, offering long-lasting protection from a wide range of fungal pathogens.

Common Name: Chlorothalonil
IUPAC Name: 2,4,5,6-tetrachloroisophthalonitrile
CAS Number: 1897-45-6
Molecular Formula: C8H4Cl4N2
Patent Number: US 3,428,682
Patent Expiry Date: 1982

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