| Description | 4,5,6,7-Tetrachlorophthalide is a fungicide used for the control of rice blast. It has a role as a melanin synthesis inhibitor and an antifungal agrochemical. |
| Synonyms | KF 32, KF32, Rabcide, KF-32, Fthalide |
| molecular weight | 271.91 |
| Molecular formula | C8H2Cl4O2 |
| CAS | 27355-22-2 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: Soluble |
| References | 1. Maeda T, Iwashita M, Hori T, Asada T, Oikawa K, Kawata K. Variation of 4,5,6,7-tetrachlorophthalide in water after aerial application to rice cultivation area. Bull Environ Contam Toxicol. 2008 May;80(5):399-402. 2. Yoshida N, Ye L, Baba D, Katayama A. A novel Dehalobacter species is involved in extensive 4,5,6,7-tetrachlorophthalide dechlorination. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2009 Apr;75(8):2400-5. |