US4116676A
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4-Methylthio-2-trifluoromethylmethane-sulfonanilide and derivatives thereof
Assignee: Pbi-Gordon Corp
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Filing: 1976-11-05
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Granted: 1978-09-26
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Expires: 1996-11-05
Abstract
Abstract 2-(Trifluoromethyl)methanesulfonanilides substituted in the para position by methylthio, methylsulfinyl or methylsulfonyl groups and horticulturally acceptable salts thereof and composition containing these compounds are useful herbicides.
Inventors
- 👤 Tomas L. Fridinger
- 👤 George G. I. Moore
- 👤 Larry R. Lappi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 14:18
CPC Classifications
C; C07; C07C; C07C323/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
39 words
A method for supressing or inhibiting the growth of higher plants which comprises contacting said plants with an effective amount of a compound of the formula ##STR3## wherein n is zero, one or two and agriculturally acceptable salts thereof.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
39 words
A method for supressing or inhibiting the growth of higher plants which comprises contacting said plants with an effective amount of a compound of the formula ##STR3## wherein n is zero, one or two and agriculturally acceptable salts thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A composition for supressing or inhibiting the growth of higher plants which consists essentially of a compound according to claim 1 dispersed in an extending medium.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
A method according to claim 1 for controlling the growth of rhiizomatous Johnsongrass which comprises contacting the same with an effective amount of a compound of the formula ##STR4## wherein n is zero, one or two or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
A method according to claim 3 wherein the compound is 4-methylthio-2-trifluoromethylmethanesulfonanilide or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
A method according to claim 3 wherein the compound is 4-methylsulfinyl-2-trifluoromethylmethanesulfonanilide or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
A method according to claim 3 wherein the compound is 4-methylsulfonyl-2-trifluoromethylmethanesulfonanilide or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
41 words
A composition according to claim 2 for controlling the growth of rhizomatous Johnsongrass which consists essentially of a compound of the formula ##STR5## wherein n is zero, one or two or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof dispersed in an extending medium.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-09-25 | 1982-03-27 | 1982-09-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-09-25 | 1986-03-27 | 1986-09-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-09-25 | 1990-03-27 | 1990-09-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |