N-benzyl-2-methoxy-5-propargyloxybenzoamides, a new type of bleaching herbicides targeting the biosynthesis pathway of plastoquinone.

N-benzyl-2-methoxy-5-propargyloxybenzoamides were discovered as new candidates for bleaching herbicides. Preliminary investigation on mechanism of action (MOA) showed that the title compounds might indirectly interfere with carotenoid biosynthesis by blocking the production of PQ. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.