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CAS 104206-82-8 — Mesotrione

Mesotrione is a selective herbicide used in agriculture to control broadleaf weeds in crops such as corn. It functions by inhibiting the enzyme 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD), disrupting chlorophyll synthesis. Available in powder form with a purity of ≥98%, it has a CAS number of 104206-82-8, a molecular formula of C13H11NO5S, and a molecular weight of 339.32 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperatures, it carries a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Mesotrione from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.