Uses
Fenoxanil (cas# 115852-48-7) is an amide fungicide
Uses
Agricultural fungicide.
Definition
ChEBI: N-(2-cyano-3-methylbutan-2-yl)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)propanamide is a monocarboxylic acid amide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)propanoic acid with the amino group of 2-amino-2,3-dimethylbutanenitrile. It is a monocarboxylic acid amide, a dichlorobenzene, a nitrile and an aromatic ether.
Production Methods
The industrial production of fenoxanil involves the preparation of 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)propionic acid, which is activated for amide formation. This intermediate is then reacted with 1-cyano-1,2-dimethylpropylamine under controlled conditions to form the final compound. The synthesis is optimized for regioselectivity and purity.
Mechanism of action
Systemic, protectant with some residual effects, works by inhibiting melanin biosynthesis
