[1] The synthesis routes and their use as plant growth regulating agent were patented in the early 1980s by the German company Schering AG.

[2] It causes leaves to lose weight in a controlled manner prior to harvesting, without affecting the growth and maturation of the plant.

Thidiazuron can also be used as a herbicide, because an appropriate dose and timing of administration completely stops growth.

Researchers found that thidiazuron is suitable for extending the life of cut flowers.

It was one of the agricultural chemicals in the framework of the European Pesticides Directive 91/414 / EEC that must have an environmental and health assessment to obtain a new authorization.