Amiprofos-methyl

The most selective member of the group is 0-methyl-0-(2-nitro-4-tolyl) isopro-pylphosphoroamidothioate (amiprofos-methyl, 10). 

Amiprofos-methyl is a selective preemergence herbicide. It does not inhibit germination but suppresses the growth of roots and shoots. Its main action is the inhibition of mitosis. Its action is selective in maize, cotton, rice and several garden vegetables. 

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