[13C6]-Boscalid

[13C6]-Boscalid is a chemical compound used as a fungicide in agriculture. It is a broad-spectrum fungicide that controls a range of plant diseases caused by various fungi. It is particularly effective against powdery mildew, gray mold, and downy mildew. It belongs to the class of carboxamide fungicides and acts by inhibiting the succinate dehydrogenase enzyme in fungi, leading to the disruption of the energy production process and eventual death of the fungus. [13C6]-Boscalid is available in liquid form and can be applied to crops using different methods, including foliar spraying, seed treatment, and soil application. It is commonly used on a variety of crops, including vegetables, fruits, cereals, and ornamental plants. The recommended dosage and application frequency vary depending on the crop, the disease, and the severity of the infection. Chemically speaking, [13C6]-Boscalid is a modified form of Boscalid, where six carbon atoms are replaced with their isotopic counterpart, carbon-13. This modification is useful in studying the fate and metabolism of Boscalid in the environment and in living organisms. It can be detected and quantified using mass spectrometry, a technique that allows the identification of molecules based on their mass and charge. The use of isotopically labeled compounds like [13C6]-Boscalid is crucial in understanding the behavior and impact of pesticides in the ecosystem.