Asia Pacific Crop Care

Formulation
Guide

Crop Care
Nature & Technology in HarmonyTM
Contents
Introduction - Croda Crop Care, your partner
1
in natural plant science

Formulation Types 2

Guide Details 3
Product Logos
Formulary Guide
EPA Status

Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) 4

Chlorpyriphos 48 EC 5
Cypermethrin 25 EC 5
Profenophos 50 EC 6

Concentrated Aqueous Emulsion (EW) 7

Butachlor 50 EW 8

Suspension Concentrate (SC) 9

Buprofezin 25 SC 10
Hexaconazole 5 SC 11

Wettable Powder (WP) 12

Carbendazim 50 WP 13
Tricyclazole 75 WP 13

Product Index 14-15

Anionic Surfactants
Blended Emulsifiers and Adjuvants
Castor Oil Ethoxylates
Paraffin Based Antifoaming Agent
Polymeric Surfactants
Silicone Based Antifoaming Agent

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Introduction - Croda Crop Care, Your Partner In Natural Plant Science
The agrochemical industry finds itself in a period of unprecedented global change. The increasing demand for food from a growing population, shifting
dietary preferences, and the use of agricultural land for fuel sources, are just some of the prevailing trends. Additional regulatory restrictions imposed
by REACH and the EPA, coupled with consumer concerns for safer and more eco-friendly crop products, mean formulation scientists are facing huge
challenges to satisfy these diverse needs.
In 2000, the global population was 6 billion and available arable land was 2000 sqm per person. However, it is estimated that by 2020, the global
population will reach 7.5 billion and the amount of land per person will reduce to 1800sqm as seen in Figure 1 below.

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Declining arable land available
per person to feed a growing
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world population - Croda’s
4 inerts & adjuvants play a
significant role in maximising
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crop yields per hectare
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1980 2000 2020

Global population (billion) Arable land per person (hectares)

Figure 1: Growing more from less - increasing global population puts pressure on existing agricultural land

As a world leader in formulation adjuvants and inerts, Croda Crop Care is playing a crucial role in helping crop protection scientists deliver:
n More efficient formulations

n More complex formulations

n Safer formulations

More Efficient Formulations

The primary aim of the formulator is to optimise the biological activity
of the pesticide and minimise the dose required. Adjuvant science has
been one of the safest and most effective routes to achieving this.
Croda offers its customers specialist knowledge on many aspects of
adjuvant technology, and operates an ongoing R&D programme for
enhancing product performance in many formulation types.

More Complex Formulations

Trends indicate that more ‘combo’ formulations, which are formulations
containing two, three or even four active ingredients (AI), will enter
the market offering a broader protective spectrum. Croda’s specialist
polymeric surfactants are often the best solution to successfully
producing such complex, multiple AI formulations. The resulting novel
systems can give products a competitive advantage and extend the
life-cycle of actives.

Safer Formulations
Many governments and consumer groups are demanding improved
pesticides that are safer for the user, end consumer, and the
environment. VOC restrictions have resulted in a move to Micro
Emulsions, Concentrated Emulsions, Suspension Concentrates and Oil
Flowables. Croda offers excellent technologies for all these alternative
formulation types that are not only safer but also more cost-effective,
due to partial or complete replacement of the solvent component.

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Formulation Types
This simple guide gives you an insight into the most popular active ingredient delivery systems with sample formulations.
As a supply partner, Croda Crop Care offers you the reassurance of high quality performance products and expert technical advice you can rely on,
that have been tested for the Asia Pacific market.

How can Croda help you?

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Formulation Type Description Benefits Limitations

Emulsifiable A solution of active n Easy to handle, transport & store n Low flashpoint
Concentrate ingredient and surfactants n Little agitation n Hazardous solvent vapours
in a solvent n Relatively high biological efficacy n Active ingredient solubility in solvent
n Low in cost n Use of water miscible solvents causing problems upon dilution
n Spontaneous emulsification upon dilution

Concentrated Dispersion of a water n Low solvent n Long term stability

Aqueous Emulsion insoluble organic liquid n Low phytotoxicity n Active ingredient solubility in solvent
into water n No flashpoint concern n Stability upon dilution
n Easy to handle
n Lower environmental impact
n Low in cost
Suspension An insoluble solid active n Absence of dust n Long term stability
Concentrate ingredient dispersed in n Easy to use n Crystal growth
aqueous solution n Safe n Stability upon dilution
n Absence of flammable liquids
n Small particle size of the active ingredient

Microemulsion A system of oil, water and
surfactants that forms a
single, optically clear and
thermodynamically stable
dispersion
n Thermodynamically stable n Low active ingredient content
n Low solvent n Stability upon dilution
n Easy to transport & store
n High flash point & safe handling
n Improved bioefficacy

Suspoemulsion Combination of two active n Same benefits as suspension concentrate but also n Long term stability
ingredients with very incorporates another active ingredient n Crystal growth
different physical properties n Stability upon dilution
in one formulation

Wettable Powder A system of active n Uniform distribution of active ingredients n Dust

ingredient, surfactants and n Large potential for high active ingredient concentrations n Suspensibility upon dilution
filler that forms a suspension n Exceptional residual control
when mixed with water n Easy to handle, transport & store
n Cost effective

Water-Dispersible Granular-sized particle n Reduced inhalation hazard n Granule disintegration

Granule formulations of wettable n Easy to handle, transport & store suspensibility upon dilution
powders n No adverse effects on either physical or biological
performance

Oil Dispersion An insoluble solid active
ingredient dispersed in oil
n Promotes uptake of the active ingredient through the leaf cuticle n Long term stability
n Avoids degradation of the active ingredient by contact with water n Emulsion & suspensibility
n OD carrier oil functions as oil adjuvant stability upon dilution
n Contains both active ingredient & adjuvant
n Improved bioefficacy

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Guide Details
Optimum crop protection is delivered from optimised formulations.
This guide demonstrates how today’s formulator can utilise Croda
ingredients to realise the full potential of their active ingredients, thereby
enhancing the efficacy and safety of their formulations. The formulary
also addresses the stability challenges that complex combinations of
actives can bring and demonstrates how Croda’s intelligent surfactant
technology can be employed to overcome these challenges.
Product Logos
Watch out for the gold star logo which highlights
Croda’s Power Products, so called as they show
outstanding performance in their recommended
applications. Why not request a sample for your
own evaluation?
Where you see the Cold Process logo, this
formulation can be prepared without the need
for heating.
All formulations are to be used as a guide only; none of these
formulations have been made up to full scale manufacturing batches.
Samples and MSDS are available via our website at
www.croda.com/cropcare. Alternatively please contact your local sales
representative.
Formulary Guide
n All formulations have been shown to perform well when subjected
to at least a stability assessment of 28 days @ 5°C, 25°C and 54°C,
unless otherwise stated.
n The type of mixing/shear used during the preparation of any
formulation has a bearing on the end product.
n Low shear mixing refers to overhead mixing with a paddle stirrer at
500 rpm (unless otherwise stated).
n High shear mixing refers to the use of an Ultraturrax, 10000 rpm for
1 minute (unless otherwise stated).
EPA Status
The Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requires all inert
ingredients used in pesticide products applied to food sites to have
an applicable tolerance/tolerance exemption in the Code of Federal
Regulations under 40 CFR 180. These tolerance/tolerance exemptions
often contain limitations on how the inert ingredient can be used in
food-use pesticide products. It is important to keep this in mind when
selecting an inert ingredient for use in a pesticide formulation.
40 CFR 180 organizes inert ingredients into sections by general
limitation as follows:
§180.910 Inert ingredients used pre and post-harvest; exemptions from
the requirement of a tolerance
§180.920 Inert ingredients used pre-harvest; exemptions from the
requirement of a tolerance
§180.930 Inert ingredients when applied to animals; exemptions from
the requirement of a tolerance
§180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use
in antimicrobial formulations applied as food-contact
surface sanitizing solutions
§180.950 Tolerance exemptions for minimal risk active and inert
ingredients
§180.960 Polymers; exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance
§180.1207 N-acyl sarcosines and sodium N-acyl sarcosinates;
exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance.
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Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
An Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) is defined as a formulation consisting of a blend of oil, active ingredient and surfactants.

When the formulation is

diluted into water, a milky
emulsion forms.
AI, Surfactants, Water Emulsion
Oil and Additives
Emulsifiable concentrates are still one of the most important formulation types for crop protection products worldwide. Emulsifiable concentrates
bloom spontaneously with dispersed phase droplets in the size range of 0.1 to 1.0μm. The spontaneous emulsion can be achieved by selecting one
or more surfactants based upon their ability to emulsify the solvent system, including the active, into water. A physically stable emulsion is formed by
balancing the water soluble and oil soluble surfactant components at the water/solvent interface. When sprayed, the dilute emulsion gives a uniform
and accurate application of active ingredient on the crop, which is essential for effective pest control.
Benefits Limitations
n Easy to handle, transport and store n Low flashpoint

n Little agitation n Hazardous solvent vapours

n Relatively high biological efficacy n Active ingredient solubility in solvent

n Low in cost n Use of water miscible solvents causing active crystallisation

problems upon dilution

n Spontaneous emulsification upon dilution

Croda offers an extensive range of emulsifiers which gives a synergistic emulsifier blend at the water/solvent interface required for forming an
emulsifiable concentrate. AtloxTM 671 and Atlox 672 is an excellent pair of emulsifiers which can be used for a wide range of EC formulations.
Other recommended emulsifiers include Atlox 4838B (water insoluble anionic surfactant), EtocasTM 10 (low water solubility, low HLB non-ionic
surfactant) and Etocas 35 (highly water soluble high HLB non-ionic surfactant).

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Chlorpyriphos 48 EC

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1. Mix the active ingredient and emulsifiers with the
Chlorpyriphos (98%) Active 48.98 44.52
solvent with low shear mixing until a homogeneous
Solvesso 100** Solvent 43.02 47.48 solution is obtained.
Atlox 671* Emulsifier 4.00 4.00
Atlox 672* Emulsifier 4.00 4.00

Suppliers: *Croda **Exxon Mobil

Note: Density of formulation is 1.10 g/cc.

Results
Appearance Homogeneous solution, free from any extraneous matter
Dispersibility Readily disperse in 342 ppm hard water
Glass wetting Adhere to glass surface for some time
Emulsion Stability CIPAC MT 36.1.1, MT 36.3 or MT 183 PASS
Storage Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

NOTE: Same emulsifiers can be used for other actives such as Chlorpyriphos + Cypermethrin.

Cypermethrin 25 EC

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1. Mix the active ingredient and emulsifiers with the
Cypermethrin (92%) Active 27.17 28.55
solvent with low shear mixing until a homogeneous
Solvesso 100** Solvent 64.83 63.45 solution is obtained.
Atlox 3433* Emulsifier 4.80 4.80
Atlox 3460* Emulsifier 3.20 3.20

Suppliers: *Croda **Exxon Mobil

Note: Density of formulation is 0.95 g/cc.

Results
Appearance Homogeneous solution, free from any extraneous matter
Dispersibility Readily disperse in 342 ppm hard water
Glass wetting Adhere to glass surface for some time
Emulsion Stability CIPAC MT 36.1.1, MT 36.3 or MT 183 PASS
Storage Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

Note: Same emulsifiers can be used for other synthetic Pyrethroids, such as Lambda-Cyhalothrin, Delta-Methrin, Permethrin, Alpha-Methrin,
Bifenthrin & Cyfluthrin.

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Profenophos 50 EC

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1. Mix the active ingredient and emulsifiers with the
Profenophos (95%) Active 52.63 46.99
solvent with low shear mixing until a homogeneous
Solvesso 100** Solvent 39.37 45.01 solution is obtained.
Atlox 671* Emulsifier 4.00 4.00
Atlox 672* Emulsifier 4.00 4.00

Suppliers: *Croda **Exxon Mobil

Note: Density of formulation is 1.12 g/cc.

Results
Appearance Homogeneous solution, free from any extraneous matter
Dispersibility Readily disperse in 342 ppm hard water
Glass wetting Adhere to glass surface for some time
Emulsion Stability CIPAC MT 36.1.1, MT 36.3 or MT 183 PASS
Storage Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

Note: Same emulsifiers can be used for other actives such as, Quinolphos (35% w/w), Propiconazole (25% w/w), Butachlor (50% w/w),
Pendimithalin (30% w/w), Pretilachlor (50% w/w).

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Concentrated Aqueous Emulsion (EW)
A Concentrated Aqueous Emulsion (EW) is defined as a dispersion of a water insoluble organic liquid into a continuous water phase.

Liquid Technical Water Concentrated Aqueous

(or Solid Technical Emulsion Formulation
Dissolved in Solvent)

The formulation is not a thermodynamically driven process but rather mechanically driven, requiring high-shear processing to reduce particle size
and attain a stable formulation. Concentrated aqueous emulsions are one formulation type that can be considered a safe and environmentally friendly
alternative to emulsifiable concentrates (EC), and offer the benefit of replacing much of the organic solvents with water. They are physically stabilised
by choice and concentration of surfactants at the solvent/water interface. The emulsion has already been established in the end product and is only
diluted in the spray mixture.
Benefits Limitations
n Low solvent n Active ingredient solubility in solvent

n Low phytotoxicity n Stability upon dilution

n No flashpoint concern n Unsuitable for hydrolytically unstable actives

n Easy to handle n Achieving long term stability

n Lower environmental impact

n Low in cost

For EW formulations, Croda’s polymeric surfactants are recommended to ensure maximum emulsion stability. Two different polymeric surfactant
types are required to formulate an EW:
1. Low HLB component. Non-ionic block co-polymers such as Atlox 1400 or non-ionic random copolymer such as Atlox 4914 are
recommended. For ease of handling, liquid products such as Atlox 4914 are the preferred option.
2. High HLB component. EO/PO block copolymers are recommended. Often large EO / PO block copolymer are paste or solid products such as
AtlasTM G-5000 or Atlox 1500. Recently a liquid variant, Atlas G5002L, has been introduced.

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Butachlor 50 EW

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1. Oil phase: Combine all components in Phase A until a
Phase A
homogeneous solution is obtained.
Butachlor (98%) Active 51.02 49.06 2. Aqueous phase: In a separate container, mix Glycerol and water to
Atlox 1400* Emulsifier 3.25 3.25 obtain a homogenous solution. Add Sodium benzoate and PVP
Atlox 1500* Emulsifier 1.25 1.25 K-30 under continuous stirring. Continue stirring until a
homogeneous dipersion is obtained.
Atlox 3772* Defoamer 0.30 0.30
3. Mixing: Under continuous stirring, slowly add aqueous phase to oil
Phase B phase. Continue stirring until a homogeneous dispersion is
Sodium Benzoate Preservative 0.50 0.50 obtained.
PVP (K-30)** Rheology modifier 0.20 0.20
Glycerol Anti-freeze 4.50 4.50
Water Dispersion medium 38.98 40.94

Suppliers: *Croda **Ashland

Note: Density of formulations is 1.04 g/cc.

Results
Appearance Homogeneous dispersion, free from extraneous matter
Dispersibility Readily disperse in 342 ppm hard water
Glass wetting Adhere to glass surface for some time
Emulsion Stability CIPAC MT 36.1.1, MT 36.3 or MT 183 PASS
Storage Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

NOTE: Same emulsifiers can be used for other actives such as Chlorpyriphos + Cypermethrin.

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Suspension Concentrate (SC)
A Suspension Concentrate (SC) is defined as an insoluble solid active ingredient dispersed in an aqueous medium.

Insoluble solid

Aqueous medium

Formulation

Suspension concentrates are a natural progression in technology from dust and wettable powder formulations. A surfactant system is required
to stabilise the organic solid in water. Wetting agents and dispersants play an important role as basic components in suspension concentrate
formulations, and are responsible for the wetting of the particles and stabilising them in the dispersion medium either by electrostatic or
steric repulsion.
Benefits
n Absence of dust Limitations
n Easy to use n Long term stability

n Safe n Crystal growth

n Absence of flammable liquids n Stability upon dilution

n Small particle size of the active ingredient

Croda offers a range of ionic and non-ionic surfactants that uniformly disperse the organic technical into water.
Croda highly recommends the use of polymeric dispersants such as Atlas G-5000/5002L, Atlox 4894, Atlox 4913 and the Atlox Metasperse
range to significantly improve long term stability and suspension on dilution. The extended repulsive barriers of the polymer chains are better able
to prevent agglomeration. Polymeric surfactants often demonstrate a reduction in crystal growth as well.
Croda’s new electrolyte-tolerant polymeric dispersant, Atlox 4915, allows you easily to suspend a solid in a high electrolyte solution.

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Buprofezin 25 SC

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1.Mill-base: Combine all liquid components in Phase
Phase A
A until a homogenous solution is obtained. Quantity
Buprofezin (96%) Active 25.77 25.53 of water should be taken such that solid content
Propylene Glycol Anti-freeze 6.00 6.00 in a slurry is >40% or based on capacity of mill.
Add all solid components in Phase A to the solution
Atlox 4913* Dispersing agent 3.00 3.00 under continuous stirring. Stirring is continued until
Atlox 4894* Wetting agent 2.00 2.00 homogenous slurry is obtained.
Proxel GXL** Biocide 0.20 0.20 2. Milling: Mill the base using suitable bead mill until
Cresmer AD - 09* Defoamer 0.20 0.20 the desired particle size of 5 - 10µ (d-90) is
obtained.
Water Dispersion medium 33.33 32.50
3. Post-milling: In milled slurry, add remaining
Phase B quantity of defoamer to remove the foam. Charge
Xanthum Gum (2%) Viscosity modifier 12.00 12.00 remaining quantity of water and finally add xanthum
gum 2% dispersion to get desired viscosity of 300
Cresmer AD - 09* Defoamer 0.10 0.10 to 1000 cps. Continue stirring for 1 hour to obtain
Water Dispersion medium 17.40 18.47 homogeneous formulation.

Suppliers: *Croda **Lonza

Results
Appearance Off white to light brown homogeneous liquid
Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)
Viscosity CIPAC MT 192 400 - 800 cps
Suspensibility CIPAC MT 184 > 80%
Persistent Foam CIPAC MT 47.2 < 60 ml
Particle Size CIPAC MT 187 d-50 < 2μ, d-90 < 20μ

NOTE: The same surfactants can be used for other actives such as Imidachloprid, Carbendazim, Fipronil, Flubendiamide, Thifluzamide, Rynaxypyr,
Azoxystrobin, Kresoxim Methyl.

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Hexaconazole 5 SC

Product Functionality %w/w %w/v Procedure

1.Mill-base: Combine all liquid components in Phase
Phase A
A until a homogenous solution is obtained. Quantity
Hexaconazole (96%) Active 5.43 5.32 of water should be taken such that solid content
Propylene Glycol Anti-freeze 5.00 5.00 in a slurry is >40% or based on capacity of mill.
Add all solid components in Phase A to the solution
Atlox 4853B* Dispersing agent 3.00 3.00 under continuous stirring. Stirring is continued until
Atlox 3416* Wetting agent 2.00 2.00 homogenous slurry is obtained.
Proxel GXL** Biocide / preservative 0.10 0.10 2. Milling: Mill the base using suitable bead mill until
Cresmer AD - 09* Defoamer 0.20 0.20 the desired particle size of 5 - 10µ (d-90) is
obtained.
Water Dispersion medium 9.35 9.00
3. Post-milling: In milled slurry, add remaining
Phase B quantity of defoamer to remove the foam. Charge
Xanthum Gum (2%) Viscosity modifier 20.00 20.00 remaining quantity of water and finally add xanthum
gum 2% dispersion to get desired viscosity of 300
Cresmer AD - 09* Defoamer 0.10 0.10 to 1000 cps. Continue stirring for 1 hour to obtain
Water Dispersion medium 54.82 55.28 homogeneous formulation.

Suppliers: *Croda **Lonza

Note: Density of formulation is 1.02 g/cc.

Results
Appearance Off white homogeneous liquid
Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)
Viscosity CIPAC MT 192 300 - 700 cps
Suspensibility CIPAC MT 184 > 80%
Persistent Foam CIPAC MT 47.2 < 60 ml
Particle Size CIPAC MT 187 d-50 < 2μ, d-90 < 20μ

NOTE: The same surfactants can be used for Hexaconazole (2.5% or 10% w/w)

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Wettable Powder (WP)
A Wettable Powder (WP) is defined as a system of active ingredient, surfactants and filler that forms a suspension when mixed with water. Some active
ingredients which cannot be formulated into emulsifiable concentrates can be formulated into WPs.

AI, surfactants and filler

Liquid media

Wettable Powder Water Formulation

The formulation contains one or more active ingredients which can be either a liquid or solid. Wetting agents are used to facilitate the suspension of
the particles in water and a dispersing agent is added to prevent any flocculation of the suspension before it is applied. The wetting agent functions at
the solid/liquid interface and aids in the incorporation of the wettable powder into the water phase at the time of dilution. Once the wettable powder
has been added to the water phase (with the aid of the wetting agent), the dispersant now functions to isolate the individual particles.
This formulation type is especially useful for the treatment of highly absorbent surfaces. When a wettable powder solution is sprayed onto a surface,
a high percentage of the active ingredients are left on the surface. They are usually more concentrated than dusts, containing higher percentages of
active ingredient. Therefore agitation is required in the spray tank to keep the actives in suspension.
Benefits
Limitations
n Uniform distribution of active ingredients
n Dust
n Large potential for high active ingredient concentrations
n Suspensibility upon dilution
n Exceptional residual control
n Low bulk density
n Cost effective

Croda has many options to offer for wettable powder formulations. Atlox Metasperse 550S is an excellent polymeric dispersant and
demonstrates physical stability at low to moderate use levels. DispersolTM BB4 and Dispersol PSR 19 are dispersing agents that work at 4-6%
in the formulations. They are used in tandem with wetting agents, Dispersol PS, LissapolTM BN 200 L and Lissapol D powder, for optimal
performance of the formulation. Dispersol CBZ acts as both the wetting and dispersing agent and can be used alone in some formulations.

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Carbendazim 50 WP
Procedure
Product Functionality %w/w %w/v
1. Pre-mixing: Combine all components with low shear
Carbendazim (90%) Active 51.02 - mixing until a homogeneous powder is obtained.
Dispersol CBZ* Wetting and dispersing agent 7.00 - 2. Milling: Mill the powder using a suitable mill (air jet
Silica Anti-caking agent 5.00 - mill / air classifier mill) until the desired particle size
of 5μ to 30μ is obtained.
Kaolin / China clay Inert / filler 36.98 -
3. Post-mixing: Mix the milled powder under low
Suppliers: *Croda
sheer until a homogenous powder is obtained.

Results
Appearance White to off white free flowing homogenous powder
Wettability CIPAC MT 53.3 < 120 seconds
Suspensibility CIPAC MT 15.1, MT 177, MT 184 > 60%
Bulk density 0.40 - 0.60g/mL
Persistent foam CIPAC MT 47.2 < 60 ml
Wet sieve test CIPAC MT 185 < 0.5%
Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

Note: Same surfactants can be used for other fungicide such as Diazinon, Diflubenzuron, Metalaxyl ,Sulpher, COC, MNZ+CBZ,
Metalaxyl+Mancozeb.

Tricyclazole 75 WP
Procedure
Product Functionality %w/w %w/v
1. Pre-mixing: Combine all components with low shear
Tricyclazole (96%) Active 78.13 - mixing until a homogeneous powder is obtained.
Dispersol BB4* Dispersing agent 5.00 - 2. Milling: Mill the powder using a suitable mill (air jet
Lissapol D Powder* Wetting agent 2.00 - mill / air classifier mill) until the desired particle size
of 5μ to 30μ is obtained.
Silica Anti-caking agent 3.00 -
3. Post-mixing: Mix the milled powder under low
Kaolin / China clay Inert / filler 11.87 - sheer until a homogenous powder is obtained.
Suppliers: *Croda

Results
Appearance Buff to tan free flowing homogenous powder
Wettability CIPAC MT 53.3 < 120 seconds
Suspensibility CIPAC MT 15.1, MT 177, MT 184 > 60%
Bulk density 0.40 - 0.60g/mL
Persistent foam CIPAC MT 47.2 < 60 ml
Wet sieve test CIPAC MT 185 < 0.5%
Stability CIPAC MT 46.3 PASS (54°C, 14 days)

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Product Index

Page Surfactant HLB

Product Number EPA Status Chemical Description Type Value Cloud Point
Anionic Surfactants
Dispersol BB4 12, 13 Not cleared Anionic surfactant Anionic - Soluble
Dispersol CBZ 12, 13 920 Anionic surfactant blend Anionic - Soluble
Dispersol PS 12 910 Anionic surfactant blend Anionic - Soluble
Dispersol PSR 19 12 Not cleared Anionic surfactant blend Anionic - Soluble
Lissapol BN 200L 12 910 Anionic surfactant blend Anionic - Soluble
Lissapol D powder 12,13 910, 930 Anionic surfactant blend Anionic - Soluble
Blended Emulsifiers and Adjuvants
Atlox 3416 11 910, 930 Nonionic surfactant blend Nonionic 11 Not determined
Atlox 3433 5 910, 930 Anionic and nonionic surfactant blend Blend - Not determined
Atlox 3460 5 910, 930 Anionic and nonionic surfactant blend Blend - Not determined
Atlox 4853B 4, 11 910, 930 Anionic and nonionic surfactant blend Blend - Not determined
Atlox 671 4, 5, 6 910, 930 Anionic and nonionic surfactant blend Blend - Not determined
Atlox 672 4, 5, 6 910, 930 Anionic and nonionic surfactant blend Blend - Not determined
Castor Oil Ethoxylates
Etocas 10 4 960 Polyoxyethylene (10) castor oil Nonionic 7 Not determined
Etocas 35 4 961 Polyoxyethylene (35) castor oil Nonionic 12 Not determined
Paraffin Based Antifoam Agent
Cresmer AD - 09 10, 11 - Paraffin based antifoam agent Blend - Not determined
Polymeric Surfactants
Atlas G-5000 7, 9 960 Polyalkylene oxide block copolymer Nonionic 17 ca. 75°C
Atlas G-5002L 7, 9 960 Butyl block copolymer Nonionic - 60.6°C
Atlox 4894 9, 10 910, 930 Nonionic proprietary surfactant blend Nonionic 16 ca. 50°C
Atlox 4913 9, 10 960 Acrylic copolymer solution Nonionic 12 > 70°C
Atlox 4914 7 960 Nonionic random polymeric Nonionic 6 Insoluble
Atlox 4915 9 Pending Polymeric amphoteric dispersant Amphoteric - 58-59°C
Atlox Metasperse 550S 12 960 Modified styrene acrylic polymer Anionic - Not determined
Atlox 1400 7, 8 - Nonionic surfactant Nonionic - Not determined
Atlox 1500 7, 8 - Nonionic surfactant Nonionic - Not determined
Silicone Based Antifoaming Agent
Atlox 3772 8 - Silicone based antifoaming agent Blend - Not determined

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 Adjuvant - Spray

Rainfastness Aid
Penetration Aid
Adjuvant - Leaf
O/W Emulsifier

W/O Emulsifier
Wetting Agent

Non-Aqueous

Retention Aid
Dispersant

Dispersant

Adjuvant -
Aqueous
Physical
Form at
25°C Special Notes

Solid n n

Solid n n Contains NPE

Solid n n Contains NPE
Solid n n

Solid n n

Solid n n

Liquid n Contains NPE

Liquid n NPE free product
Liquid n NPE free product
Liquid n Oil adjuvant emulsifier; contains NPE
Liquid n NPE free product
Liquid n NPE free product

Liquid n EC surfactant; oil adjuvant emulsifier

Liquid n EC surfactant; oil adjuvant emulsifier

Liquid This is antifoam agent

Solid n n n Preferred high HLB partner for Atlox 4914

Liquid n n n Liquid version of Atlas G5000; preferred HLB partner for Atlox 4914
Gel n n n Liquid gel blend version of Atlas G-5000
Liquid n Crystal growth inhibitor
Liquid n n Low HLB partner for Atlas G-5000 family
Liquid n n New electrolyte tolerant dispersant/adjuvant
Powder n Spray dried version of 500L
Liquid n n NPE free product
Liquid n n n NPE free product

Liquid This is antifoam agent

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Delivering your Solution

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