In modern agriculture, advancements in technology and pesticide formulation have driven significant breakthroughs. Among the most prominent trends today is the EW (Emulsion in Water) formulation, which is increasingly gaining market traction due to its superior performance, safety profile, and environmental compatibility.<\/p>\n
EW Formulation \u2013 A Breakthrough Advancement Compared to EC<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n 1. Safety and Environmental Friendliness<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Minimal or no use of hazardous organic solvents<\/strong>:\u00a0Unlike EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate) formulations, EW uses little to no volatile organic solvents (VOCs), thereby reducing the risk of air pollution and negative impacts on human health. This advantage is particularly significant as the world faces increasing environmental challenges and a growing demand for safer agricultural products.<\/p>\n Reduced risk of fire and explosion: <\/strong>In contrast to EC products, which inherently carry flammability risks, EW formulations offer enhanced safety during transportation and storage, minimizing hazards for farmers and end users.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 2. High Performance in Spraying Applications<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Excellent dispersion capability: <\/strong>EW formulations dissolve and disperse uniformly in water, forming a consistent protective layer on leaf and stem surfaces. This ensures better bioavailability of active ingredients and improved control of insect pests and plant diseases.<\/p>\n No phytotoxicity issues: <\/strong>EW significantly reduces the likelihood of leaf burn or plant damage compared to EC, providing safer protection for crops.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3. Enhanced Stability of Active Ingredients<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For sensitive active ingredients such as pyrethroids, EW formulations help shield them from adverse factors like sunlight, high temperatures, and oxidation. This protection extends the residual efficacy of the pesticide.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Advantages of EW Formulation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n User safety: <\/strong>Reduced odor, lower toxicity, and minimal skin irritation upon contact.<\/p>\n Environmental friendliness: <\/strong>Significantly reduced levels of organic solvents, resulting in less contamination of soil and water environments.<\/p>\n Ease of use: <\/strong>Rapidly disperses in water and does not require specialized protective equipment during preparation.<\/p>\n Competitive production cost: <\/strong>More cost\u2011effective than EC formulations due to the reduced use of petroleum\u2011based organic solvents, which are replaced by water.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Limitations of EW Formulation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n EW formulations and manufacturing processes are generally more complex than EC and, as a relatively new trend, require extensive experimentation to refine and optimize.<\/p>\n Research and trials often revolve around key technical questions such as:<\/p>\n From these questions, we have developed solutions to establish a production process that balances appropriate emulsifier ratios with solvent\u2013water interactions, ensuring formulation stability and minimizing issues such as oil separation or creaming. These improvements have contributed to resolving many EW formulation challenges currently observed in the Vietnamese market.\u00a0<\/p>\n PRODUCT<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n COMPONENT<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n USES<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n FORMULAR<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K300<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of non\u2011ionic surfactants with Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid salts<\/p>\n<\/td>\n A specialized emulsifier designed for EW formulations and applicable to certain EC formulations<\/p>\n<\/td>\n – Bifenthrin 10% EW<\/p>\n -Tebuconazole 250g\/l EW<\/p>\n -Deltamethrin 2.5% EW<\/p>\n -Eugenol 1.2% EW<\/p>\n -Fluazifop-p-butyl 150g\/l EC<\/p>\n -Abamectin 10g\/l + Profenofos 50g\/l + Pyridaben 150g\/l EC<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K400<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of Polyethylene Glycol Tristyrylphenyl Ether<\/p>\n<\/td>\n A dedicated emulsifier for Alpha\u2011cypermethrin, suitable for use in selected EC and SE formulations.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Alpha cypermethrin 100g\/l<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K500<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of non\u2011ionic copolymer surfactants<\/p>\n<\/td>\n A specialized emulsifier for Carbosulfan, producing fine, uniform, and stable emulsion droplets with no signs of sedimentation or phase separation. Ericol\u2122 K500 provides anti\u2011settling performance, helping oil droplets remain well\u2011suspended and stable in the formulation.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Carbosulfan 200g\/l EW<\/p>\n -Tebuconazole 150 g\/l +<\/p>\n Propiconazole 150g\/l EC<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K600<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of surfactants with ethoxylated castor oil<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Creates a high\u2011quality emulsion with smooth, fine droplets. Suitable for the transition trend from EC to EW formulations, especially for biological active ingredients, while optimizing production costs<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Isoprothiolane 25% + Kasugamycin 1.8%<\/p>\n -Fenvalerate 10%<\/p>\n -Emamectin benzoate 5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K700<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of alkyl phenoxy polyethoxy ethanol surfactants<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Optimizes production cost while maintaining performance with biological active ingredients<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Propiconazole 125g\/l + Tebuconazole 100g\/l<\/p>\n -Abamectin 36g\/L<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0K800<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A copolymer combined with mono\u2011 and di\u2011ester surfactants<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Provides strong emulsion stability and maintains the formulation in a well\u2011dispersed state.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Propiconazole 150g\/l<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Ericol\u2122\u00a0LUX<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n A blend of anionic and non\u2011ionic ethoxylated surfactants<\/p>\n<\/td>\n Functions as an emulsifier for specialized EW and EC formulations<\/p>\n<\/td>\n -Cyhalofop butyl 100g\/l EW<\/p>\n -Pyriproxyfen 11% EW<\/p>\n -Prochloraz 45% EW<\/p>\n -Prochloraz 30 % + Tebuconazole 15% EW<\/p>\n -Lufenuron 50 g\/l EC<\/p>\n -Hexaconazole 10% EC<\/p>\n -Abamectin 12g\/l + Quinalphos 138 g\/l EC<\/p>\n -Abamectin 54 g\/l EC<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n In addition to surfactants (emulsifiers) and solvents used in EW formulations, the choice of thickeners (anti\u2011settling, suspension agents) is a key concern for many customers. There are three common scenarios:\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 1. No thickener required<\/strong><\/p>\n In this case, the emulsifier system alone is sufficient to suspend oil droplets in formulations such as: 2. Use of Xanthan Gum (polysaccharide) as a thickener<\/strong><\/p>\n Applied in formulations such as Propiconazole 125 g\/L + Tebuconazole 100 g\/L. 3. Use of liquid thickening systems<\/strong><\/p>\n These systems offer several advantages over Xanthan Gum and are used in formulations such as Deltamethrin 2.5% and Alpha\u2011cypermethrin 100 g\/L.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Application Considerations<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For household, public health, or community\u2011use insecticides, the formulation must not only be effective but also low\u2011odor and safe. EW technology is therefore a highly suitable option.<\/p>\n For biological insecticides containing active ingredients such as emamectin and abamectin\u2014already familiar to users\u2014the amount of organic solvent in traditional formulations remains high. Transitioning to EW reduces the use of organic solvents by replacing them with water, offering both cost savings and a safer, more environmentally friendly solution for biological products.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In modern agriculture, advancements in technology and pesticide formulation have driven significant breakthroughs. Among the most prominent trends today is the EW (Emulsion in Water) formulation, which is increasingly gaining market traction due to its superior performance, safety profile, and environmental compatibility. EW Formulation \u2013 A Breakthrough Advancement Compared to EC 1. 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\nCarbosulfan 200 g\/L EW \/ 25% Isoprothiolane + 1.8% Kasugamycin EW \/ Eugenol 1.2 EW \/ Tebuconazole 250 g\/L (clear system) \/ Bifenthrin 10% \/ Permethrin 10% \/ Cypermethrin 10%.<\/p>\n
\nThe decision to use xanthan depends on the product\u2019s pH and whether organic solvents are present in the formulation.<\/p>\n