Agriculture & Crop Science

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1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) Ethylene Blocker

CAS: 3100-04-7

1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) is a gaseous cyclopropene that irreversibly binds to plant ethylene receptors, blocking the action of endogenous and exogenous ethylene and thereby delaying ripening, senescence, and post-harvest deterioration of fruits, vegetables, and cut flowers. It is applied as a controlled-atmosphere treatment in cold storage or as a field application via sachet or aqueous formulation. 1-MCP is the active ingredient in SmartFresh and similar post-harvest products approved in over 50 countries.

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2,4-D Amine Salt Broadleaf Herbicide

CAS: 2008-39-1

2,4-D dimethylamine salt is the most widely used formulation form of 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, a selective systemic auxin-mimicking herbicide used for broadleaf weed control in cereals, corn, rice, pastures, and non-crop areas. It disrupts normal plant growth hormone function, causing uncontrolled, abnormal growth leading to plant death in susceptible dicot species while leaving grasses unharmed. 2,4-D amine salt is water-soluble, low in volatility, and compatible with glyphosate and other herbicide tank-mix partners.

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Abamectin Acaricide and Insecticide

CAS: 71751-41-2

Abamectin is a natural fermentation product of Streptomyces avermitilis composed of avermectin B1a and B1b, acting as an insecticide and acaricide that activates glutamate-gated chloride ion channels in invertebrate nerve and muscle cells, causing paralysis and death. It provides contact and translaminar activity against mites, leafminers, and thrips, with long residual activity. Abamectin is widely used in vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and cotton, and is a key component of IPM programs due to its minimal impact on most beneficial insects.

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Acetamiprid Neonicotinoid Insecticide

CAS: 135410-20-7

Acetamiprid is a systemic chloronicotinyl insecticide (neonicotinoid) that acts as a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist with high selectivity for insect over mammalian receptors. It provides excellent control of sucking insects including aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and leafhoppers on a wide range of crops. Acetamiprid is distinguished by its lower environmental persistence and bee toxicity risk compared to other neonicotinoids, making it more suitable for use in sensitive bee-pollinated crops.

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Acrylic Copolymer Sticker Latex

Acrylic-based copolymer latex is a synthetic polymer sticker and film-former for agricultural spray applications, offering superior UV resistance and flexibility compared to polyvinyl acetate. It forms a durable, elastic film on leaf and fruit surfaces that maintains adhesion of pesticide deposits through multiple rain events while allowing transpiration to prevent phytotoxicity. Acrylic copolymer stickers are widely used in high-value horticulture, viticulture, and orchard pest management programs.

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Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG) Agro Surfactant

CAS: 110615-47-9

Alkyl polyglucoside (APG) is a non-ionic, sugar-based surfactant derived from renewable glucose and fatty alcohol feedstocks, offering excellent biodegradability and low mammalian toxicity for agricultural use. It provides outstanding wetting, spreading, and emulsification properties in pesticide formulations including SC, SE, EW, and WG types. APG is increasingly favored as a green adjuvant in modern agrochemical formulations due to its compatibility with biopesticides and organic crop production.

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Alkylnaphthalene Sulfonate Soil Penetrant Surfactant

CAS: 36290-04-7

Alkylnaphthalene sulfonate (ANS) is an anionic surfactant used as a soil penetrant, wetting agent, and dispersant in soil-applied herbicide and fumigant formulations. It reduces water surface tension and soil hydrophobicity, allowing aqueous pesticide solutions to penetrate compacted or water-repellent soils more effectively. ANS is particularly effective in pre-emergent herbicide formulations and post-plant soil fumigation programs where uniform soil penetration is critical for efficacy.

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Ammonium Sulfate Fertilizer

CAS: 7783-20-2

Ammonium sulfate is a granular nitrogen-sulfur fertilizer (21% N, 24% S) widely used in agriculture as a soil-applied nitrogen source and as a spray water conditioner for herbicide applications. As a water conditioner, ammonium sulfate chelates hard water cations (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺) that antagonize glyphosate and other systemic herbicides, restoring full herbicide efficacy. It is particularly valuable in areas with hard irrigation water where herbicide performance would otherwise be compromised.

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Amorphous Silica (Agrochemical Grade) Flowability Additive

CAS: 7631-86-9

Amorphous precipitated or fumed silica used in WP, WG, and DP pesticide formulations as an anti-caking agent, flowability additive, and active ingredient adsorbent carrier. Its ultra-high surface area and porous structure enable efficient adsorption of liquid active ingredients for conversion into free-flowing powders. Silica is particularly valuable in WP formulations containing liquid or waxy active ingredients that would otherwise cause caking and poor dispersibility.

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Atrazine Corn Herbicide Active Ingredient

CAS: 1912-24-9

Atrazine is a selective triazine herbicide that inhibits photosystem II electron transport, blocking photosynthesis in susceptible broadleaf and some grass weed species. It is the most widely used herbicide in corn (maize) production globally, providing both pre-emergent and early post-emergent control of major broadleaf and grass weeds. Atrazine is frequently used in combination with other herbicides for resistance management and improved weed spectrum, and is particularly effective on pigweed, lambsquarters, and foxtail species.

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Attapulgite Clay (Palygorskite) WP/WG Carrier

CAS: 12174-11-7

Attapulgite (palygorskite) is a fibrous magnesium aluminum silicate clay mineral used as a carrier, adsorbent, and anti-caking agent in WP, WG, and dust granule (DG) pesticide formulations. Its unique needle-like crystalline structure provides high surface area for active ingredient adsorption and excellent flowability. Attapulgite is particularly valued for its acid-stable, non-swelling properties that make it suitable for acidic pesticide formulations where swelling clays like bentonite are unsuitable.

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Azoxystrobin Strobilurin Fungicide Active Ingredient

CAS: 131860-33-8

Azoxystrobin is a broad-spectrum strobilurin (QoI) fungicide that inhibits mitochondrial respiration in fungi by blocking electron transport at the Qo site of cytochrome bc1 complex. It controls a wider range of diseases than any other single fungicide class, including Ascomycetes, Basidiomycetes, Deuteromycetes, and Oomycetes, covering diseases such as powdery mildew, rusts, scabs, blights, and downy mildew. Azoxystrobin also provides plant health benefits including improved nitrogen use efficiency and stress tolerance.