Abstract: Novel compounds of the following formula: ##STR1##

Abstract: Carbamate-carbamoyl fluoride compounds are useful intermediates for the production of insecticidal bis-carbamate compounds.

Abstract: N-Sulphenylated biuret-N"-carboxylic acid esters of the general formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 can be identical or different and represent an optionally substituted aliphatic, cycloaliphatic, aromatic or araliphatic radical,R.sup.3 represents a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted aliphatic, cycloaliphatic, araliphatic or aromatic radical andR.sup.4 represents a trihalogenomethyl radical,are obtained by the reaction of an acyl isocyanate of the general formula ##STR2## with a sulphenamide of the general formula ##STR3## if appropriate in the presence of a diluent. The compounds of the formula (I) are new. They can be used as pest-combating agents which are microbicides, especially fungicides or bactericides.

Abstract: Novel oxime ethers and oxime esters of the formula I given herein have various advantageous effects with regard to stimulation of plant growth, particularly in the early stage of development of the plant. Furthermore, such compounds have the property of rendering, in the sense of an antidote action, agricultural chemicals which would otherwise damage the plants (phytotoxic chemicals) more compatible with the cultivated plants. Herbicides that are insufficiently selective can be used for example in the presence of such oxime derivatives in specific cultivated crops for combating weeds, without disadvantageous consequences for the cultivated plants.

Abstract: There are described 2,2-dimethyl-cyclopropanecarboxylates having in position 3 of the cyclopropane ring, a polyhalogenated chain having from 3 to 6 carbon atoms.Said compounds are insecticide and acaricide compounds with a high activity and long persistence.There is also described the use of the above mentioned compounds, as well as the synthesys processes and the corresponding intermediates.

Abstract: Novel .gamma.-lactone derivatives are provided. These lactone derivatives, when reacted with hydrogen halide in alcohol, yield .gamma.-halogeno-.delta.-unsaturated carboxylic acid esters. This ring-opening process is useful for the purpose of increasing the yield of pyrethrin analogs which are of value as insecticides and agricultural chemicals. Thus, the .gamma.-lactone derivatives by-produced in the production process for dihalogenovinyl chrysanthemumates are caused to undergo ring-opening reaction to yield the corresponding .gamma.-halogeno-.delta.-unsaturated carboxylic acid esters which are important intermediates for said pyrethrin analogs.

Abstract: Compounds of the formulaAr--(CH.sub.2).sub.m --X--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --ONHRwherein R is ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen or lower alkyl;X is O or CH.sub.2 ;m=0 or 1;n=2 or 3; andAr is a moiety selected from the group ##STR2## wherein R.sub.2 is hydrogen or lower alkyl, ##STR3## with the proviso that when Ar is ##STR4## and X is CH.sub.2, then R is other than ##STR5## and the pharmacologically acceptable salts thereof have H.sub.2 -antagonist activity and activity in decreasing gastric acid secretions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a new class of 2-haloacetanilide derivatives which are useful as herbicides. This disclosure further relates to herbicidal compositions containing such 2-haloacetanilides and to herbicidal methods of use employing such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: (1R,cis)-Oxyimino-substituted cyclopropanecarboxylic acids are prepared via a (1R,4R,5S)-2-acetoxy-6,6-dimethyl-4-oxo-3-oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane intermediate.

Abstract: A method for producing a psychotropic response, especially for alleviating the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, comprises administering to a human or animal subject in need thereof a psychotropically effective non-toxic amount of an oxyoctadecanoate. A composition for use in the present method is provided.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a new naftidrofuryl salt, naftidrofuryl citrate, which is therapeutically useful because it promotes metabolism and circulatory properties and because of its vaso-active properties in the treatment of arthritis of the limbs, Reynaud's Syndrome and cerebral circulatory insufficiency.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof: ##STR1## wherein: a is 1 to 3;b is 0 to 2;c is 2 to 4;d is 1 to 5;X is sulphur, oxygen or --CH.sub.2 --;Y is oxygen, sulphur, NR.sub.4 or CHR.sub.5 wherein R.sub.4 is hydrogen, C.sub.1-4 alkyl, NO.sub.2 or CN, C.sub.1-4 alkylsulphonyl or phenylsulphonyl optionally substituted in the phenyl moiety by one or two substituents selected from C.sub.1-4 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy, fluorine, chlorine or bromine, and R.sub.5 is NO.sub.2, C.sub.1-4 alkylsulphonyl or optionally substituted phenylsulphonyl as defined for R.sub.4 ;R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen, C.sub.1-4 alkyl, or C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl; or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 taken together with the nitrogen to which they are attached represent a pyrrolidino or piperidino ring;R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are independently hydrogen or C.sub.

Abstract: Novel 2-vinyl(or ethyl)-1-cyanocyclopropane-1-carboxylates and 2-vinyl(or ethyl)-1-arylcyclopropane-1-carboxylates useful as herbicides, pesticides and chemical intermediates are provided. The invention also relates to a method of modifying plant growth by the application of vinyl(or ethyl)cyclopropane derivatives wherein the carboxylate group contains an amine or quaternized amine moiety.

Abstract: Novel oxime ethers and oxime esters of the formula I given herein have various advantageous effects with regard to stimulation of plant growth, particularly in the early stage of development of the plant. Furthermore, such compounds have the property of rendering, in the sense of an antidote action, agricultural chemicals which would otherwise damage the plants (phytotoxic chemicals) more compatible with the cultivated plants. Herbicides that are insufficiently selective can be used for example in the presence of such oxime derivatives in specific cultivated crops for combating weeds, without disadvantageous consequences for the cultivated plants.

Abstract: Esters and thiolesters of amino acids, intermediates therefor, synthesis thereof, and the use of said esters and thiolesters and compositions for the control of pests.

Abstract: Novel sulfonate derivatives represented by the formulaR.sub.1 SO.sub.3 CH.sub.2 CO(CH.sub.2).sub.n R.sub.2act to inhibit esterases and chymotripsin and are useful as antilipemic agents, anti-inflammatory agents, immunity controlling agents, etc.

Abstract: (1R,cis)-Oxyimino-substituted cyclopropanecarboxylic acids are prepared via a (1R,4R,5S)-4-acetoxy-6,6-dimethyl-2-oxo-3-oxabicyclo [3.1.0]hexane intermediate.

Abstract: New derivatives of 3-furyl-, 3-thienyl- and 3-phenyl-2-propenimidamides are disclosed, which are useful as anti-ulcer agents. These new compounds are synthesized by reacting an imino ether derived from a corresponding 3-substituted-2-propenenitrile with a suitable amine.

Abstract: Diphenylalkanoether and diphenylalkanone oxime-ether derivatives of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each independently an aryl group optionally substituted with 1 to 3 substituents selected from the group consisting of halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, nitro, cyano, di(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkylamino, amino, benzyloxy, hydroxyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylthio, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfinyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfonyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkanoylamino, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylamino and N-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkyl-N-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkanoylamino, Z.sup.1 is a group of the formula: ##STR2## (wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are each independently a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group or an ar(C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Compounds represented by the formula ##STR1## wherein R and R.sup.1 are independently hydrogen or lower alkyl; R.sup.2 is lower alkenyl, lower alkynyl or --CH.sub.2 X wherein X is halogen, hydroxyl, lower alkoxy, lower alkylthio or a furanyl ring; and Z is hydroxyl, lower alkoxy or --NR.sup.3 R.sup.4 wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are independently hydrogen or lower alkyl possess fungicidal activity. Moreover, some of the compounds of this invention also possess herbicidal activity.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 each is hydrogen or R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 together form a second carbon-to-nitrogen bond, R.sup.2 is hydrogen or cyano, R.sup.4 is alkyl and Ar is one of certain aromatic moieties.The compounds can be used as abscission agents for the loosening of fruit and/or leaves on plants.

Abstract: The invention includes novel alkali metal complex compounds (and processes for their preparation) which are useful, inter alia for the hydrogenation of alkali metals at room temperature or below room temperature to form hydrides or nitrides.

Abstract: .alpha.-Ketocarboxylic acid N-acylamides of the formulaR.sup.1 --CO--CO--NH--CO--R.sup.2in whichR.sup.1 is an optionally substituted aliphatic radical with up to 12 carbon atoms, an optionally substituted cycloalkyl radical with 3 to 10 carbon atoms, an optionally substituted heterocyclic radical, andR.sup.2 is an optionally substituted aliphatic radical with up to 8 carbon atoms or an optionally substituted phenyl radical,are prepared by reacting an acyl cyanide of the formulaR.sup.1 --CO--CNwith a carboxylic acid anhydride of the formulaR.sup.2 --CO--O--CO--R.sup.2in the presence of a strong acid, and then adding water to the reaction mixture. The products can be used directly in the synthesis of known herbicides.

Abstract: The present specification provides novel analogs of carbacyclin (CBA.sub.2), 6a-carba-prostacyclin (6a-carba-PGI.sub.2), which have pronounced prostacyclin-like pharmacological activity, e.g., as platelet anti-aggregatory agents. Specifically the novel chemical analogs of CBA.sub.2 are those substituted by fluoro (C-5), alkyl (C-9), interphenylene (C-5), and methano (C-6a,9). Further provided are benzindene analogs of CBA.sub.2 and substituted forms thereof, i.e., 9-deoxy-2',9-methano (or 2',9-metheno)-3-oxa-4,5,6-trinor-3,7-(1',3'-interphenylene)-PGF.sub.1 compounds. Also provided are a variety of novel chemical intermediates, e.g., substituted bicyclo[3.3.0]octane intermediates, and chemical process utilizing such intermediates which are useful in the preparation of the novel CBA.sub.2 analogs.

Abstract: A process for protecting cultivated plants against aggressive agricultural chemicals is described in which oxime derivatives of the formula ##STR1## are used as antidotes. Either the cultivated area for the cultivated plants or the cultivated plants themselves or parts of the plant (seeds, tubers, stem parts and the like), as desired, can be treated with these oxime derivatives, which are used as a dressing.

Abstract: Novel compounds are described which are substituted benzophenone hydrazones. They have pesticidal activity, especially against insects and acarids, and pesticidal compositions and methods are described. Methods of making the compounds, and novel intermediates, are also described.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is 4-chlorophenyl, 3,4-dichlorophenyl, or 3,4-dimethoxyphenyl, and R.sub.1 is hydrogen or methylaminocarbonyl with the proviso that when R is 4-chlorophenyl, R.sub.1 is methylaminocarbonyl are useful as antifungal agents.

Abstract: The compound 5-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-furancarboxaldehyde-O-[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxim e is useful as an antifungal agent.

Abstract: Novel carbamates derived from substituted cyclic .beta.-keto-alcohols, their preparation, and pharmaceutical formulations which contain these compounds and which may be used as hypnotics in the treatment of sleep disturbance and as sedatives.

Abstract: Hypoglycemic 5-furyl and 5-thienyl derivatives of oxazolidine-2,4-dione and the pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof; certain 3-acylated derivatives thereof; and intermediates useful in the preparation of said compounds.

Abstract: The compound 5-[3,4-dimethoxyphenyl]-N-{[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxy}-.alpha.-oxo-2-furan ethanimidoyl chloride is useful as an antifungal agent.

Abstract: Pyrethroid type insecticides are described having the formula: ##STR1## Compounds of general formula I are endowed with a high insecticide and acaricide activity.