Chemical Name: methyl-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(2-xylyl)-DL-alaninate

Formula: C₁₅H₂₁NO₄

Molecular Weight: 279.34

CAS No.: 57837-19-1

Appearance: colorless, odorless crystal.

Melting Point: 71.8-72.3°C

Vapour Pressure: 0.293 mPa at 25°C.

Stability: Stable in water 7100 mg/L at 20°C, soluble in 65og/L in methanol; 550g/L in benzene.

Toxicity: Oral LD₅₀ (Rat)>669 mg/kg. Dermal LD₅₀ (Rabbit) >3,100 mg/kg.

Specification: 98%TC,25%WP,

Metalaxyl 8%+Mancozeb 64% WP, Metalaxyl 10%+Mancozeb 48% WP.

Uses: Metalaxyl is a systemic, benzenoid fungicide used in mixtures as a foliar spray for tropical and subtropical crops, as a soil treatment for control of soil-borne pathogens, and as a seed treatment to control downy mildews. Metalaxyl may be used on many different food crops, including tobacco, ornamentals, conifer, and turf applications.