Silafluofen is a fluorinated
organosilicon
Organosilicon compounds are organometallic compounds containing carbon–silicon bonds. Organosilicon chemistry is the corresponding science of their preparation and properties. Most organosilicon compounds are similar to the ordinary organic co ...
pyrethroid insecticide
Insecticides are substances used to kill insects. They include ovicides and larvicides used against insect eggs and larvae, respectively. Insecticides are used in agriculture, medicine, industry and by consumers. Insecticides are claimed to b ...
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Silafluofen is used agriculturally against soil-borne insects such as
termites, and as a wood preservative. It is registered in Asia (India, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam) since at least 1995 for crops such as
drupes, tea and rice, but has not been notified or authorised in the European Union for example.
References
Pyrethroids
Organofluorides
Organosilicon compounds
Diphenyl ethers
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