Suspension Concentrate (SC)

Suspension concentrate (SC) formulations typically contain active ingredient(s) between 10.0 - 70.0 wt.%, with the active ingredient(s) in the form of water-insoluble solid particles. The particle size is influenced by factors such as the type of mill used and the milling duration. The addition of anionic/non-ionic wetting and dispersing agents results in the formation of a stable suspension.

To ensure the long-term stability of the formulation and to prevent particle sedimentation, polymeric or inorganic viscosity stabilizers are commonly employed. These stabilizers are essential for keeping the formulation stable for a long time.

The formulation is intended for dilution with water before application (spray mixture).

Key-factors:

  • Active ingredient(s) must be water-insoluble, ideally brittle crystals.
  • The viscosity has to be adjusted to avoid settlement of the active ingredient(s).
  • The ideal particle size has to be achieved.
  • Good appearance (no claying).

General recipe

SC ingredients w/v%
Active ingredient 10.0 - 70.0
Wetting agent/Dispersing agent 2.0 - 5.0
Rheological modifier 0.2 - 2.0
Biocide 0.01 - 0.10
Antifoaming agent 0.1 - 1.0
Antifreeze (propylene glycol) 5.0 - 10.0
Water up to 100

Products


Dispersing agents

Trade name Chemistry Property EPA
LUCRAMUL® PS 16 TSP ethoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® PS 29 TSP ethoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® PS 54 TSP ethoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® SPS 16 TSP ethoxylate ether sulfate ammonium salt Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® PPS K 16 TSP ethoxylate phosphate potassium salt Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® PPS A 16 TSP ethoxylate phosphate triethanolamine salt Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® PPS A 16/60 TSP ethoxylate phosphate triethanolamine salt Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® CHS Alkyl ethoxylate, phosphate ester Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® GCP 01 Graft copolymer Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® GCP 02 A Graft copolymer Anionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® AG 201 TSP alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® AG 202 TSP alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® AG 203 TSP alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® AG 411 Alkyl alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® AG 433 Alkyl alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® BEPO 1 Alkyl alkoxylate Nonionic dispersant
LUCRACHEM® EPC 07 EO/PO blockcopolymer Nonionic dispersant
LUCRAMUL® DSC Aryl alkoxylate (NP free) Nonionic dispersant

TSP = Tristyrylphenol

EPA can be submitted on request


Adjuvants

Trade name Chemistry Property EPA
LUCRAMUL® C 10/6 Alkyl ethoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 101 Alkyl alkoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 103 Alkyl alkoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 104 Alkyl alkoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 131 90 % Alkyl alkoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 108 Alkyl alkoxylate Wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® DWS Surfactant blend Matched pair dispersing and wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 483 Surfactant blend Matched pair co-dispersing and wetting agent
LUCRAMUL® AG 497 Surfactant blend Co-dispersant blend
LUCRAMUL® AG 499 Surfactant blend Matched pair dispersing and wetting agent
LUCRACHEM® VIS 6 Magnesium aluminium silicate Rheological modifier
LUCRAMUL® EXG Natural polymer based Rheological modifier

EPA can be submitted on request


Defoamers

Trade name Chemistry Property EPA
LUCRAFOAM® S 01 Silicone containing Low silicone content
LUCRAFOAM® S 06 Silicone containing High silicone content
LUCRAFOAM® PDT Mineral oil containing Silicone free

EPA can be submitted on request