Tembotrione

Trade name(s) Laudis

Manufacturer(s) Bayer CropScience

Formulation(s) 3.5 lb/gal flowable liquid

Remarks A selective postemergence herbicide for control of broadleaf and grass weeds in corn.

Water solubility 0.22 ppm, pH 4, 28.3 ppm, pH 7, 29.7, pH 9

Storage conditions Store in a cool dry place

Acute toxicity LD50 - greater than 2,000 mg/kg

Action in plant Inhibits HPPD enzymes.

Site of action Group 27: inhibits 4-hydroxyphenyl-pyruvate-dioxygenase (HPPD)

Chemical family Triketone