Tembotrione 8% OD

Item	Details
Product Name	Tembotrione 8% OD
Active Ingredient	Tembotrione
CAS No.	335104-84-2
Chemical Class	Triketone herbicide
Herbicide Group	Group 27
Mode of Action	HPPD inhibitor
Formulation	8% OD (Oil Dispersion)
Main Crop Direction	Corn
Main Use Direction	Selective post-emergence weed control
Application Method	Use according to the approved local label

Main Functions

Tembotrione 8% OD is mainly used to:

• Control broadleaf weeds in corn
• Control grassy weeds in corn where registered
• Reduce weed competition during active crop growth
• Support post-emergence weed management
• Provide a Group 27 herbicide option in corn programs

Its main value is straightforward: selective weed control in corn after emergence, with a weed spectrum that covers major broadleaf targets and important annual grasses under approved use conditions.

Mode of Action

Tembotrione works by inhibiting 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD). Once absorbed by susceptible weeds, the herbicide disrupts carotenoid production, which leads to yellowing, bleaching, and then necrosis. This visible symptom pattern is one of the clearest technical signs of HPPD herbicide activity in the field.

Because Tembotrione 8% OD is a Group 27 herbicide, it should be used within a broader resistance-management program rather than as the only herbicide mode of action over repeated seasons. Rotation and program planning are important where resistant weed pressure is a concern.

Target Weeds

Tembotrione 8% OD is used for a wide range of broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds in corn. The strongest broadleaf direction includes weeds such as waterhemp, pigweed species, ragweed, lambsquarters, velvetleaf, and nightshade, while the grass direction includes weeds such as barnyardgrass, foxtail species, crabgrass, goosegrass, junglerice, johnsongrass, and wild oats, depending on the approved local label.

This gives the product a practical post-emergence spectrum for corn fields where mixed weed pressure is present and one herbicide program needs to address more than a single weed category.

Suitable Crops and Application Areas

The clearest crop fit for Tembotrione 8% OD is corn. Registered use directions commonly include field corn, silage corn, seed corn, sweet corn, and popcorn, depending on the destination market and label scope.

This product is intended for post-emergence corn weed control rather than non-crop vegetation management or general pre-emergence use across many crop types. Final crop scope should always follow the approved local label in the destination market.

Application Guidance

Tembotrione 8% OD should be used according to the approved local label. It is most suitable when target weeds are young and actively growing, because this is when post-emergence HPPD herbicides give the most stable field performance. Good coverage, correct adjuvant use where required, and label-led spray timing all matter for consistent results.

In general, this formulation is suitable when:

• the crop is corn
• the field needs post-emergence weed control
• the main targets include broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds
• the program requires a Group 27 herbicide
• the treatment is made to actively growing weeds

Final timing, dose, adjuvant choice, and tank-mix directions should follow the approved local label.

Formulation Features

OD means oil dispersion. This is a liquid formulation designed for dilution before field application, and it gives Tembotrione 8% OD a clear liquid identity for standard spray preparation in corn programs.

The practical meaning of the formulation is simple: Tembotrione 8% OD is a liquid post-emergence corn herbicide built for spray use in field conditions, not a dry granule or wettable powder product.

Product Advantages

Tembotrione 8% OD stands out for these reasons:

• Selective post-emergence fit for corn
• Group 27 HPPD-inhibitor herbicide profile
• Control of broadleaf and grassy weeds
• Characteristic bleaching symptom on susceptible weeds
• OD liquid formulation
• Clear role in resistance-managed corn herbicide programs

Its main technical strength is the combination of corn selectivity, post-emergence weed spectrum, and a well-defined HPPD mode of action in one OD formulation.

Safety and Use Precautions

Tembotrione 8% OD should be handled carefully during mixing, spraying, storage, and transport. Because this is a Group 27 herbicide, repeated exclusive reliance on the same chemistry should be avoided where long-term weed-management stability is important. Spray drift, tank contamination, and off-target exposure can also injure sensitive non-target vegetation.

Important points include:

• follow the approved local label
• apply to young, actively growing weeds
• avoid repeated exclusive reliance on Group 27
• wear proper protective clothing, gloves, and face protection
• avoid drift to sensitive non-target plants and nearby water or vegetation

Storage and Transport

Store Tembotrione 8% OD in the original sealed package in a cool, dry, and ventilated place. Keep it protected from freezing, direct sunlight, leakage, package damage, and rough handling before use. These points are important for maintaining stable formulation quality during storage and transport.

FAQ

What kind of herbicide is Tembotrione 8% OD?

It is a selective post-emergence corn herbicide in Group 27, based on HPPD inhibition.

What weeds does Tembotrione 8% OD mainly target?

It is used for both broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds in corn, depending on the approved local label.

Which crops are most relevant to Tembotrione 8% OD?

The clearest crop fit is corn, including field corn, silage corn, seed corn, sweet corn, and popcorn where registered.

What does OD mean in Tembotrione 8% OD?

OD means oil dispersion.

How should Tembotrione 8% OD be used?

It should be used according to the approved local label, mainly as a post-emergence corn herbicide applied to young, actively growing weeds.