Boscalid

Synonym(s):2-Chloro-N-(4′-chlorobiphenyl-2- yl)-nicotinamide

CAS NO.：188425-85-6
Empirical Formula: C18H12Cl2N2O
Molecular Weight: 343.21
MDL number: MFCD06795150
EINECS: 606-143-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-12-07 19:09:50

What is Boscalid?

Chemical properties

Light Beige Solid

The Uses of Boscalid

Boscalid is a fungicide belonging to the class of carboxamides. Boscalid acts by inhibiting spore germination, germ tube elongation and is also effective on all other stages of fungal development. Bos calid is used in the agriculture to protect crops from gray mold, powdery mildew and other fungus.

The Uses of Boscalid

Fungicide.

What are the applications of Application

Boscalid is a fungicide

Background

Boscalid has been investigated for the treatment of OSDI, Glaucoma, Staining, Schirmers, and Disease Severity, among others.

Definition

ChEBI: A pyridinecarboxamide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 2-chloronicotinic acid with the amino group of 4'-chlorobiphenyl-2-amine. A fungicide active against a broad range of fungal pathogens including Botrytis spp., <ital Alternaria spp. and Sclerotinia spp. for use on a wide range of crops including fruit, vegetables and ornamentals.

Metabolism

Not Available

Properties of Boscalid

Melting point:	142.8-143.8°.
Boiling point:	447.7±45.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.381
Flash point:	4 °C
storage temp.	Inert atmosphere,2-8°C
Water Solubility	Practically insoluble in water
solubility	DMSO: Slightly Soluble,Methanol: Slightly Soluble
form	neat &_& solid
pka	10.75±0.70(Predicted)
color	White to Almost white
Merck	14,1352
EPA Substance Registry System	Boscalid (188425-85-6)

Safety information for Boscalid

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P273:Avoid release to the environment.