Metaldehyde (CAS 9002-91-9)
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Metaldehyde is a chemical that functions as a molluscicide, targeting and controlling mollusks such as slugs and snails. Its mechanism of action involves disrupting the normal functioning of the mollusks′ nervous system, leading to paralysis and ultimately death. When ingested by the mollusks, metaldehyde interferes with the production of neurotransmitters, causing excessive stimulation of the nervous system. This results in a loss of coordination and muscle control, leading to the eventual demise of the targeted pests. Metaldehyde′s mechanism of action at the molecular level involves its interaction with specific receptors in the nervous system, leading to the disruption of normal neurotransmission processes. This ultimately leads to the desired effect of controlling the population of mollusks in the experimental context.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Metaldehyde, 1 g | sc-250311 | 1 g | $100.00 |