General Description
Orange crystalline solid. Non corrosive. Used as an herbicide.
Reactivity Profile
A trifluoromethyl diphenyl ether derivative.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Potential Exposure
Oxyfluorfen, a diphenyl ether herbicide,
is used for broad spectrum preemergence and postemergent
control of annual broadleaf and grassy weeds in a
variety of tree fruit, nut, vine, and field crops. The largest
agricultural markets are wine grapes and almonds. Also
used on ornamental and forestry sites. Oxyfluorfen is also
used for weed control in landscapes, patios, driveways, and
similar noncrop areas in residential, highway, and rights-ofway
sites.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If
this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin
rescue breathing (using universal precautions) if breathing
has stopped, and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer
promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been
swallowed, get medical attention. Do not induce vomiting
when formulations containing petroleum solvents are
ingested. Otherwise, give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.
Shipping
UN3082 Environmentally hazardous substances,
liquid, n.o.s., Hazard class: 9; Labels: 9-Miscellaneous hazardous
material, Technical Name Required. UN3077
Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s., Hazard
class: 9; Labels: 9-Miscellaneous hazardous material,
Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
Decomposes ＞330°C releasing toxic
hydrogen fluoride, hydrogen chloride, and nitrogen oxides.
Chemical Properties
Orange to deep redbrown crystalline solid
or powder. Smoke-like odor.
Chemical Properties
Pale Yellow Solid
Waste Disposal
Small quantities may be land
filled but large quantities should be incinerated. Containers
must be disposed of properly by following package label
directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental
control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA
office.
Uses
Oxyfluorfen is a diphenyl ether broad spectrum herbicide. Oxyfluorfen is a pre- and post-emergent control broad leaf and grassy weeds in field crops.
Definition
ChEBI: Oxyfluorfen is an aromatic ether. It has a role as a herbicide and an EC 1.3.3.4 (protoporphyrinogen oxidase) inhibitor.
Agricultural Uses
Herbicide: Oxyfluorfen is used for broad-spectrum pre-emergence
and post-emergent control of annual broadleaf and
grassy weeds in a variety of tree fruit, nut, vine, and field
crops. The largest agricultural markets are wine grapes
and almonds. Also used on ornamental and forestry sites.
Oxyfluorfen is also used for weed control in landscapes,
patios, driveways, and similar non-crop areas in residential,
highway and rights-of-way sites. Not approved for use in
EU countries. Registered for use in the U.S. and Canada
Trade name
EDGER®; FIRE POWER® (glyphosate
+ oxyfluorfen); GALIGAN®; GOAL®; HADAF®;
KLEENUP®; KOLTAR®; MON-78095®; RH-2915®;
RH-915®; ROUT® (with oryzalin); TRIOX®
