1040-54-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-N-(2-nitrophenyl)acetamide
• Synonyms: acetamide, 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-N-(2-nitrophenyl)-
• CAS NO: 1040-54-6
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₀Cl₂N₂O₄
• Molecular Weight: 341.1462
• Mol File: 1040-54-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 559.1°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 291.9°C
• Density: 1.505g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 1.57E-12mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.654
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-N-(2-nitrophenyl)acetamide(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-N-(2-nitrophenyl)acetamide(1040-54-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-N-(2-nitrophenyl)acetamide(1040-54-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 1040-54-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Type of compound

Chloroacetanilide herbicide

Function

Potent herbicide for controlling broadleaf weeds in crops like wheat, maize, and rice

Mechanism of action

Inhibits growth of unwanted plants by interfering with their hormonal balance

Selectivity

Targets specific types of weeds while leaving the desired crops unharmed

Safety precautions

Can be harmful if ingested or inhaled, and can cause skin and eye irritation (must be handled with caution)