Tebufenpyrad is a pyrazole miticide invented by Mitsubishi Chemical in 1987.
Tebufenpyrad N-(4-tert-butylbenzyl)-4-chloro-3-ethyl-1-methylpyrazole-5-carboxamide
Tebufenpyrad is not a medical substance either. Similar to tebuconazole, it falls under the category of pesticides specifically targeting mites. Here's a breakdown of tebufenpyrad:
- Use: Tebufenpyrad is a miticide, used in agriculture to control mites that infest plants [1].
- Mode of action: The exact mechanism is still being studied, but it disrupts the nervous system of mites leading to their death [1].
- Target pests: Tebufenpyrad is effective against a variety of mites, including spider mites, rust mites, and eriophyid mites [1].
- Crops: It's used on various crops like fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, and even some tree species [1].
Safety:
- Tebufenpyrad is considered to be moderately toxic to humans [2].
- There is limited data on its carcinogenicity (cancer-causing potential) for humans.
- As with all pesticides, it's crucial to follow safety instructions on the product label to minimize exposure risks.
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