GW-856464 is a selective herbicide used in agriculture to control a wide range of weeds, particularly in crops such as cereals and soybeans. It works by inhibiting the enzyme acetolactate synthase (ALS), which plays a critical role in the synthesis of branched-chain amino acids, essential for plant growth. By disrupting protein production in weeds, GW-856464 effectively stunts their growth and leads to weed death. This herbicide is applied to enhance crop yields by reducing weed competition and ensuring better access to resources like water, nutrients, and light for the crops.
MedKoo Cat#: 145956
Name: GW-856464
CAS#: 851690-21-6
Chemical Formula: C23H20ClN3O3S
Exact Mass: 453.0900
Molecular Weight: 453.94
Elemental Analysis: C, 60.86; H, 4.44; Cl, 7.81; N, 9.26; O, 10.57; S, 7.06
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 453.94 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
