Diuron
Description
Diuron (CAS 330-54-1 ), also sold under the trade name Karmex and referenced in research contexts as DCMU, is a substituted urea herbicide used for broad-spectrum weed and algae control. It functions by inhibiting photosynthesis in target plants, making it effective across both agricultural and industrial settings. In agriculture, it is applied as a pre- and post-emergent herbicide. It is used on crops such as cotton, sugarcane, and fruit orchards to suppress grassy and broadleaf weeds. Industrial and non-crop uses include total vegetation control on railways, roadsides, and industrial sites. This chemical is preferred where long-residual activity is required. In antifouling and preservation applications, it acts as a biocide in coatings for marine surfaces, textiles, and paper to inhibit growth. It is effective at stopping algal and microbial growth in these environments. Polymer and flame-retardant formulations also incorporate this substance as a functional additive for specialty material performance. The photosynthesis-inhibiting mechanism is leveraged for these specific industrial applications. The product is available as a wettable powder (WP), suspension concentrate (SC), and technical-grade solid. Standard agricultural formulations are supplied at 80% WP and 50% SC concentrations. Technical-grade material is the primary form sourced by formulators and industrial buyers producing downstream products. Contact us for supply of Diuron Request Quote
Other Names (Synonyms)
N'-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-N,N-dimethylurea | N,N,-dimethyl-N'-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)urea | Karmex | 3-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea | 1,1-dimethyl-3-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)urea | 1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-3,3-dimethylurea | Direx | DCMU
Key Technical Features
- High Purity Grade standard
- Consistent Batch Quality
- Full Regulatory & REACH Support
- Global Logistics Network enabled
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