Selective Accase Inhibitor Clethodim 24% Ec Herbicide for Cotton and Canola Annual Grasses

Product Description

Product Description

CLETHODIM 24% EC
 
Clethodim 24% EC is a powerful emulsifiable concentrate herbicide specifically formulated for effective post-emergence control of annual and perennial grasses. 
 
Featuring a high-concentration 24% active ingredient, this selective herbicide works by inhibiting the ACCase enzyme, rapidly stopping grass growth and ensuring complete weed elimination. 
 
Designed for use in soybeans, cotton, canola, and sugar beets, Clethodim 24% EC delivers outstanding crop safety while providing flexible application timing. 
 
Its proven mode of action makes it an essential tool for integrated resistance management programs. 

Specification

Category	Herbicide
Active Ingredient	Clethodim 24% (w/v)
Appearance	Yellow to brown clear liquid
CAS Number	99129-21-2
EINECS Number	424-100-6
Molecular Formula	C17H26ClNO3S
Molecular Weight	359.91 g/mol
Density	1.15 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
Chemical Name	(E,E)-(±)-2-[1-[[(3-chloro-2-propenyl)oxy]imino]propyl]-5-[2-(ethylthio)propyl]-3-hydroxy-2-cyclohexen-1-one
Flash Point	>93 °C (closed cup)
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in most organic solvents
Shelf Life	Typically 2 years under proper storage conditions
Other Names	Select, Centurion, Prism
Target Object	Annual and perennial grasses in broadleaf crops (soybeans, cotton, canola, sugar beets).
Mode of Action	Acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACCase) inhibitor. It selectively disrupts fatty acid synthesis in susceptible grasses, leading to growth inhibition and plant death.
Synergistic Blending Guide	Often tank-mixed with broadleaf herbicides like bentazone, fomesafen, or glyphosate for complete weed control in resistant crop systems.
Core Principle of Blending	To achieve complete control of both grass and broadleaf weeds in a single application, simplifying crop management and enhancing overall efficacy.

Product Form	Concentration	Application Method	Target Use	Recommended Mix Partners
Emulsifiable Concentrate	Clethodim 24% EC,Clethodim 35% EC	Foliar Spraying	Soybean & canola field grasses	Bentazone 48% SL (1:1), Fomesafen 25% SL (1:0.5)
Emulsifiable Concentrate	Clethodim 120g/l EC,Clethodim 240g/l EC	Foliar Spraying	Cotton & sugar beet field grasses	Quizalofop-P-ethyl 10% EC (1:0.3), Haloxyfop-P-methyl 10.8% EC (1:0.25)
Oil Dispersion	Clethodim5%+Clomazone21%+Fomesafen11% OD,Clethodim6%+Fomesafen15% OD	Foliar Spraying	Soybean field mixed weeds	Glyphosate 41% SL (1:1.5), Lactofen 24% EC (1:0.4)
Oil Dispersion	Clethodim10%+Clopyralid8%+Picloram2% OD,Clethodim12%+Metribuzin10%+Rimsulfuron3% OD	Foliar Spraying	Pasture & non-crop land weeds	Triclopyr 48% EC (1:0.8), Fluroxypyr 30% EC (1:0.6)
Oil Dispersion	Clethodim12%+Rimsulfuron3% OD,Clethodim5%+Glufosinate-ammoniu15% OD	Foliar Spraying	Corn & orchard weeds	Atrazine 50% SC (1:1), Mesotrione 40% SC (1:0.2)
Technical Concentrate	Clethodim 37% MK,Clethodim 50% MK,Clethodim 70% MK	For Formulation Processing	Intermediate product	Ethoxylated castor oil 80% (1:0.2)
Technical Material	Clethodim 90% TC,Clethodim 96% TC	For Formulation Processing	Industrial Raw Material	Clodinafop-propargyl 95% TC (1:0.8), Quizalofop-P-ethyl 95% TC (1:0.6)

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HIGH-POTENCY FORMULATION CONTAINS 24% (W/V) 
 
Clethodim active ingredient in an emulsifiable concentrate for maximum efficacy against tough grass weeds.

SELECTIVE ACCASE INHIBITOR 
 
Targets the Acetyl-CoA carboxylase enzyme exclusively in grasses, disrupting fatty acid synthesis while leaving broadleaf crops unharmed.

FAST-ACTING PERFORMANCE 
 
Rapidly inhibits grass growth upon absorption, leading to visible weed suppression within days of application.

EXCELLENT CROP SAFETY 
 
Specially designed for use in sensitive broadleaf crops, including soybeans, cotton, canola, and sugar beets, without phytotoxicity concerns.

Application Scenarios

FAQ

Q1: What is Clethodim 24% EC and what is its specialty?
A: Clethodim 24% EC is a selective, systemic, post-emergence herbicide. Its specialty is controlling annual and perennial grassy weeds in broadleaf crops. It is highly effective against a wide range of problem grasses.

Q2: How does Clethodim 24% EC work?
A: It is an Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACCase) inhibitor (Group 1). It is absorbed by grass leaves and translocated to growing points, disrupting fatty acid synthesis. This stops growth rapidly, with visible symptoms (yellowing, browning) appearing within a few days.

Q3: In which crops is Clethodim 24% EC primarily used?
A: It is widely used in soybean, cotton, canola (rapeseed), sugar beet, sunflowers, vegetables, and many other broadleaf crops where selective grass control is needed.

Q4: What is the key to effective application of Clethodim 24% EC?
A: Apply to young, actively growing grasses (from 2-leaf stage up to early tillering). Good coverage is essential. Adding a recommended adjuvant (crop oil concentrate or non-ionic surfactant) is crucial to maximize absorption and efficacy, especially under hot or dry conditions.

Q5: Why is Clethodim 24% EC an important tool for resistance management?
A: Clethodim provides a different mode of action (Group 1) essential for managing grasses resistant to other major herbicide groups like glyphosate (Group 9) or ALS inhibitors (Group 2). Rotating or mixing with these herbicides helps combat and delay resistance.