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Below is
a review of the trade names, risks, likely use and other information
associated with: Azoxystrobin
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Below is a review of the trade names,
risks, likely use and other information associated with Azoxystrobin.
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Of the class Strobilurin,
it is of low toxicity. The chief concern is ingestion of the
chemical by inhalation of the sprays. It can also be a skin
irritant.
Chemical name: methyl (E)-2-{2-[6-(2-cyanophenoxy)pyrimidin-4-yloxy]phenyl}-3-methoxyacrylate |
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Trade or generic names
Amistar® (in the USA it is marketed as Heritage®);
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Crops / products generally treated with this product
It is widely used on products such as cereals, vines, potatoes,
soft and citrus fruit. |
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Used to control
Fungal,
Diseases |
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Known risks associated with high exposure
Azoxystrobin has been on the market since 1998, however some wheat fungi strains are already show signs of resistance to it.
The chief concern is that of skin sensitisation.
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Other information
A six-metre no-spray zone was considered sufficient to protect surface waters.
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| Azoxystrobin has been on the market since 1998, however some wheat fungi strains are already show signs of resistance to it. |
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Links
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