Used as a selective post-emergence herbicide in agriculture, particularly in cereal crops like wheat, barley, and rye, as well as broadleaf crops such as soybeans, tomatoes, and leafy vegetables. It controls grassy weeds by inhibiting acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACCase), an enzyme essential for fatty acid synthesis in plants. This action stops cell membrane formation in susceptible weeds, leading to growth inhibition and eventual death. It effectively manages annual and perennial grasses without harming broadleaf weeds or the target crops. Its selectivity and systemic action make it suitable for integrated weed management programs. Often used in combination with other herbicides to broaden the spectrum of weed control. Tepraloxydim has low toxicity to humans and animals, degrades quickly in soil, and does not accumulate in the environment, making it ideal for safe agricultural practices.