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Adjuvants - Norden Ago
Dynatens ® The multi-effect adjuvant
● Introduction to Adjuvants in Agriculture:
Adjuvants are critical chemical agents incorporated into spray mixtures containing phytosanitary products and fertilizers. Their purpose is twofold: to improve the efficacy of these agrochemicals and to address application challenges by modifying the physical characteristics of the spray mixture. Adjuvants enhance the performance of active ingredients by improving adhesion, increasing potency, regulating pH, and ensuring optimal mixture properties, which collectively lead to superior crop protection and nutrition results. Proper application of crop protection products can account for up to 70% of their efficacy, highlighting the importance of effective adjuvants.
● Dynatens: Non-Ionic Surfactant Adjuvant for Diverse Agrochemical Applications:
Dynatens is a non-ionic surfactant adjuvant specifically designed to be compatible with a wide range of agrochemicals, including oxidizing agents, without causing adverse reactions. This feature allows Dynatens to stabilize mixtures across a variety of products, enhancing the consistency and reliability of the application.
One of the primary functions of Dynatens is its pH-regulating and buffering ability, which optimizes the effectiveness of both phytosanitary and nutritional treatments. By maintaining an ideal pH, Dynatens supports the stability of the active ingredients, allowing them to perform at their best.
● Key Benefits and Functionalities of Dynatens
+ Enhanced Absorption through Stomatal Penetration: Dynatens facilitates the penetration of the spray mixture through the stomata, the small openings on plant leaves. This capability promotes more efficient absorption of nutrients and agrochemicals, ensuring they reach the target areas within the plant.
+ Improved Wettability and Surface Area Contact: Dynatens increases the wettability of the solution, allowing for a broader surface area contact with the plant. This property not only boosts the adherence of the mixture but also extends its persistence on the plant, making it more resistant to being washed away by rain.
+ Anti-Drift Properties for Adverse Conditions: Dynatens offers an anti-drift effect, controlling droplet size and reducing the likelihood of spray drift. This feature is particularly beneficial when applying treatments in challenging weather conditions, as it ensures uniform coverage and minimizes product waste.
+ Prevention of Calcium and Magnesium Salt Precipitation: Dynatens' pH-adjusting action also inhibits the precipitation of calcium and magnesium salts, which can be detrimental to the stability of the spray mixture. This capability ensures a consistent application by reducing potential blockages or irregularities in the solution.
● Categories of Adjuvants and Dynatens’ Role
Adjuvants generally are classified into two main categories:
-Contact-Improving Adjuvants: These adjuvants enhance the interaction between the product and the plant surface, thereby boosting the efficacy of phytosanitary products. This category includes wetting agents, which improve coverage, and adhesives, which enhance persistence on the plant surface.
-Mixing and Dispersion Adjuvants: These include emulsifiers, dispersants, and defoamers, which facilitate the blending and uniformity of multiple products in a single application.
Dynatens excels in both categories by enhancing both contact and mixing attributes, making it a versatile adjuvant suitable for various agrochemical applications.
