Trifloxystrobin is a strobilurin fungicide developed originally by Novartis (Switzerland), later by Bayer AG (Germany). It has been confirmed that trifloxystrobin inhibits spore germination and post-germination host invasion through its inhibitory effect on mitochondrial electron transport system of germs.
Trifloxystrobin methyl (E)-methoxyimino-{(E)-α-[1-(α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)ethylideneaminooxy]-o-tolyl}acetate
Mixture of Triazoles and Oximino acetates group fungicide
Trifloxystrobin is not a medical substance. It's a fungicide, a type of pesticide that specifically targets fungi. Here's what you need to know about trifloxystrobin:
- Function: It works by disrupting a specific biochemical process essential for fungal growth. This disrupts the fungus's ability to survive and reproduce.
- Applications: Trifloxystrobin is used in agriculture to control fungal diseases on various crops, including fruits, vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals.
Not for humans:
- Important: Trifloxystrobin is not intended for human use and should not be ingested or come into direct contact with the skin.