Abstract: The present subject matter relates to a stable pesticidal formulation which exhibits improved dispersibility in cold water and full compatibility with fertilizers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a packaging for at least one water-soluble unit which comprises at least one agricultural material. The present invention also relates to method for increasing stability of water-soluble unit which comprises agricultural material and method for preparing a packaging for water-soluble unit which comprises agricultural material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and delivery systems comprising (1) a macromolecular complex comprising a dithiocarbamate fungicide and a polyelectrolyte, (2) an azole fungicide, and (3) an aqueous carrier. The invention further relates to methods for using and processes for preparing said compositions and delivery systems.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for preparing a compound of formula [I] from a compound of formula [II] using an oxidizing agent and a catalyst, the process is carried out at a low temperature.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for the preparation of an aqueous pesticide dispersion comprising the steps of: a) dissolving a pesticidal active ingredient in a water miscible organic solvent to obtain a pesticide solution; b) mixing the pesticide solution with water in the presence of surface active agents to form aqueous pesticide dispersion. This invention further discloses a method for controlling pests comprising of diluting the aqueous pesticide dispersion of the present invention in water to obtain diluted aqueous pesticide dispersions and applying an effective amount of said diluted dispersion to a site.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the preparation of a hydrazine derivative by reaction of the corresponding oxirane with hydrazine, that uses as only solvent toluene. The process provides excellent yields and purities and allows to proceed without purification in a one-pot scheme. Toluene additionally reduces the excess of hydrazine needed to complete the reaction, significantly reducing the waste treatment costs and even allows the hydrazine to be recycled into the reaction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations and compositions comprising a copper-based fungicide and a polyelectrolyte. The invention further relates to methods of preventing, reducing and/or eliminating the presence of a phytopathogen on a plant or on one or more plant parts, comprising applying a combination or composition of the present invention to said plant or plant part.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid composition comprising (1) a guest/host molecular structure comprising tau-fluvalinate and cyclodextrin, and (2) at least one agriculturally acceptable filler. The present invention also relates to an oil-in-water emulsion comprising (1) a guest/host molecular structure comprising tau-fluvalinate and cyclodextrin, and (2) at least one agricultural dispersing agent. The present invention further relates to method of use and processes of preparation of the solid compositions and oil-in-water emulsions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating a locus against pest infestation using a compound of Formula I as described herein or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. The present invention also provides combinations and compositions comprising the compound of Formula I or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof and uses thereof. The present invention also provides methods of extracting the compound of Formula I from a fungus.

Abstract: Provided is a process for preparing arthropocidal athramnilamides of formula (Ia) and (Ib) by reaction of acyl chloride and the corresponding anthranilic acid amides wherein the process is carried out in the absence of acid scavenger and hydrochloric acid formed is distilled out from the reaction mixture during the process.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for the preparation of an aqueous pesticide dispersion comprising the steps of: a) dissolving a pesticidal active ingredient in a water miscible organic solvent to obtain a pesticide solution; b) mixing the pesticide solution with water in the presence of surface active agents to form aqueous pesticide dispersion. This invention further discloses a method for controlling pests comprising of diluting the aqueous pesticide dispersion of the present invention in water to obtain diluted aqueous pesticide dispersions and applying an effective amount of said diluted dispersion to a site.

Abstract: Solid state forms of Cyantraniliprole, processes for preparation and agrochemical compositions thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides a stable, liquid composition comprising: (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I, and (b) a liquid carrier, wherein: (i) the composition comprises (a) a fungicidally effective and substantially pure amount of the compound of Formula I or a fungicidally effective amount of a mixture containing the compound of Formula I, wherein 95% or more by weight of the mixture is the compound of Formula I, and (b) the liquid carrier, and/or (ii) 95% or more of the amount of the compound of Formula I is in the form of Form I polymorph, Form II polymorph, Hydrate, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides improved combinations, mixtures and compositions comprising a phthalimide fungicide and a primary fungicide, as well as methods of use and processes of preparation thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the processes for the preparation of substituted pyrazole derivatives of formula (I), (II), (III), (IV), (IV-a) (V), (VII), which are useful as intermediates in anthranilamide insecticides production. In addition, the present invention is directed to a method for the preparation of anthranilamides of formula (VIII) using substituted pyrazole derivatives of formula (I), (III), (IV), (V), (VII). Furthermore, the present invention is directed to substituted halo-pyrazole compounds of formula (III), (IV) and (V), wherein X is halogen and R7 is hydrogen, C1-C4 alkyl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a suspension concentrate (SC) composition comprising a) cymoxanil and b) a buffering system; wherein the buffering system has an effective pH range of 2-5. Optionally, the composition further comprises at least one additional pesticide, at least one agriculturally acceptable carrier and/or additives.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for the preparation of an aqueous pesticide dispersion comprising the steps of: a) dissolving a pesticidal active ingredient in a water miscible organic solvent to obtain a pesticide solution; b) mixing the pesticide solution with water in the presence of surface active agents to form aqueous pesticide dispersion. This invention further discloses a method for controlling pests comprising of diluting the aqueous pesticide dispersion of the present invention in water to obtain diluted aqueous pesticide dispersions and applying an effective amount of said diluted dispersion to a site.

Abstract: The invention relates to a preparation method of (4-isopropoxy-2-methyl)phenyl isopropyl ketone, particularly the preparation method includes: reacting m-cresol with thiocyanate in the presence of a catalyst to obtain a product A; reacting the product A with haloisopropane in the presence of a base and a catalyst to obtain a product B; reacting the product B with isopropyl magnesium halide and treating to obtain (4-isopropoxy-2-methyl)phenyl isopropyl ketone. The purity of (4-isopropoxy-2-methyl)phenyl isopropyl ketone prepared is more than 99%, and the total yield is more than 79%. The method according to the present invention avoids the use of toxic reagents and the generation of a large amount of acidic wastewater, reduces the reaction temperature, and improves the reaction yield. The process route is simple and efficient, and the cost is reduced. The purity of the resulting product is high, the production security is greatly improved, and the method is easy to industrialize.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aqueous composition comprising polyelectrolyte complex, dithiocarbamate fungicide, an aqueous carrier and an agriculturally acceptable additive. The invention further relates to a method for producing the aqueous composition according to the invention and to the use of said composition. The invention additionally relates to a method of protecting a plant, and to a method of preventing, reducing and/or eliminating the presence of a pathogen on a plant, by contacting said plant with a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for preparing a compound having the formula (I): wherein R is alkyl or alkylaryl; each of X1, X2, X3, X4 and X5 is, independently, H, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkoxy, haloalkyl, haloalkoxy, alkylthio, haloalkylthio, amino, alkylamino, dialkylamino, alkoxycarbonyl, alkyl carbonyl, hydroxyalkyl, ester, acid halogen, —SH, —OH, —NH2, —NO2, —CN or CF3; Y is O or S; and and Z is a halogen.