Etoxazole
Etoxazole is an acaricide belonging to the diphenyl oxazoline group of chemicals. It is primarily used for the control of various mite species, including spider mites, in agriculture. Specifically, it targets the egg and nymph stages of mites, inhibiting their development and reproduction.
Etoxazole's mode of action involves inhibiting chitin biosynthesis in mites. Chitin is a crucial component of the exoskeleton of insects and mites; by interfering with its production, Etoxazole prevents the proper formation of the exoskeleton, leading to mortality, particularly during molting.
Etoxazole is commonly applied as a foliar spray to crops, offering residual control against mites. It exhibits translaminar activity, meaning it can penetrate the leaf surface and provide protection to mites on the underside of the leaf. It is considered to have a relatively low impact on many beneficial insects and predatory mites when used according to label instructions.
The chemical formula for Etoxazole is C21H23F2NO3.