Abstract: An antimicrobial and chemical deactivating composition for use in a liquid medium or for incorporation into a coating, structural plastic materials, thin microporous membranes, textiles and sponges. The composition includes macrosize or submicron particles of silver, platinum with silver and their salts with parabens, oxide, salicylate, acetate, citrate, benzoate and phosphate along with copper and zinc salts of the same.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition containing, as active ingredients, (a) a benzoylpyridine derivative represented by the following formula or its salt: wherein X is a halogen atom, a nitro group, a substitutable hydrocarbon group, a substitutable alkoxy group, a substitutable aryloxy group, a substitutable cycloalkoxy group, a hydroxyl group, a substitutable alkylthio group, a cyano group, a carboxyl group which may be esterified or amidated, or a substitutable amino group, n is 1, 2, 3 or 4; R1 is a substitutable alkyl group, R2? is a substitutable alkyl group, a substitutable alkoxy group, a substitutable aryloxy group, a substitutable cycloalkoxy group or a hydroxyl group, p is 1, 2 or 3, and R2? is a substitutable alkoxy group or a hydroxyl group, provided that at least two of R2? and R2? optionally form a condensed ring containing an oxygen atom and (b) at least one other fungicide.

Abstract: The present invention describes the isolation and characterization of the novel biopesticide compositions and/or biopesticide formulations obtained from Eucalyptus species capable of serving as effective biocontrol agents and/or pest control management agents. The invention focuses on the isolation of these biopesticide compositions and formulations that are known to possess pesticidal properties and are derived from natural sources having biological origin. The invention more particularly describes the isolation and characterization, including but not confined to, novel biopesticide compositions possessing pesticidal attributes along with other pharmaceutically important attributes so as to also function as effective biocontrol agents.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions comprising (a) at least one compound selected from compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides, and salt thereof, wherein R1 is phenyl optionally substituted with up to 5 substituents independently selected from R3, or pyridinyl optionally substituted with up to 4 substituents independently selected from R3; R2 is C1-C4 haloalkyl; or thiazolyl, pyridinyl or pyrimidinyl, each optionally substituted with up to 2 substituents independently selected from the group consisting of halogen and C1-C4 alkyl; each R3 is independently halogen, cyano, C1-C4 alkyl, C1-C4 haloalkyl, C1-C4 alkoxy, C1-C4 haloalkoxy, C(R4)?NOR4 or Q; each R4 is independently C1-C4 alkyl; Z is CH?CH or S; and each Q is independently phenyl or pyridinyl, each optionally substituted with up to 3 substituents independently selected from the group consisting of halogen, cyano, C1-C4 alkyl, C1-C4 haloalkyl, C1-C4 alkoxy and C1-C4 haloalkoxy; and (b) at least one invertebrate pest control agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biocidal composition comprising an inorganic compound and a polymer where the inorganic compound has been prepared using a controlled precipitation technique. The biocidal compositions overcome the settling and agglomeration problems of conventional inorganic biocidal compositions and offer enhanced activity, consistency, and stable long term release of the active species. The invention also relates to a method of preparation of the compositions and to their use as a biocidal composition and in making or coating articles comprising it.

Abstract: Disclosed are solid forms of 1-[4-[4-[5-(2,6-difluorophenyl)-4,5-dihydro-3-isoxazolyl]-2-thiazolyl]-1-piperidinyl]-2-[5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)-1H-pyrazol-1-yl]ethanone (Compound 1). Methods for the preparation of solid forms of Compound 1 and for the conversion of one solid form of Compound 1 into another are disclosed. Disclosed are fungicidal compositions comprising a fungicidally effective amount of a solid form of Compound 1 and at least one additional component selected from the group consisting of surfactants, solid diluents and liquid carriers. Compositions comprising a mixture of a solid form of Compound 1 and at least one other fungicide or insecticide are also disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for controlling plant diseases caused by fungal plant pathogens comprising applying to a plant or portion thereof, or to a plant seed, a fungicidally effective amount of a solid form of Compound 1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pesticide composition intended for protecting plants, crops or seeds against fungal diseases or insect damages, and the corresponding methods of protection by application of the said composition. More precisely, the subject of the present invention is a pesticide composition based on a tetrazolyloxime derivative and a fungicide or an insecticide active substance or compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to post-treatment compositions and methods useful for modifying the distribution of metal biocide(s) in biodegradable substrates such as wood, other cellulosic products, starch-based products, and the like that are vulnerable to decay due to insects, fungi, microbes, and the like. The compositions include complexing agents of moderate strength that are able to facilitate mobilization and redistribution of metal biocide(s) in substrates without undue leaching. The compositions can be used, for example, to redistribute the metal biocide(s) into depleted regions of a substrate by redistribution of metal biocide from other regions of the substrate. Post-treatment compositions that include additional metal biocide can also replenish these regions with the freshly supplied, additional biocide. Thus, the depleted regions can be restored by redistribution and/or replenishment mechanisms. Service life of substrates in the field benefits by these post-treatments as a consequence.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of hydrazone compounds and copper for controlling the growth of fungi.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of mixtures containing hydrazone compounds and copper for controlling the growth of fungi.

Abstract: Fungicidal compositions are described, comprising: A) a copper salicylate having the following molecular formula (I): C7H4O3Cu.(H2O)n??(I) wherein n represents 0, 1, 2 or 3; B) copper hydroxide Cu(OH)2 (II); C) a copper salt having the following formula (III): 3Cu(OH)2.X(Y)m??(III) wherein: X represents cupric ion Cu2+ or calcium ion Ca2+; Y means chloride ion Cl?or sulphate ion SO42?; m is an integer equal to 1 or 2; optionally in the presence of dispersants, diluents, surfactants and/or co-formulants agronomically acceptable, and the relative agronomical formulations. The use of these fungicidal compositions and agronomical formulations for the control of phytopathogenic fungi in agricultural crops, is also described.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition containing, as active ingredients, (a) a benzoylpyridine derivative represented by the following formula or its salt: wherein X is a halogen atom, a nitro group, a substitutable hydrocarbon group, a substitutable alkoxy group, a substitutable aryloxy group, a substitutable cycloalkoxy group, a hydroxyl group, a substitutable alkylthio group, a cyano group, a carboxyl group which may be esterified or amidated, or a substitutable amino group, n is 1, 2, 3 or 4; R1 is a substitutable alkyl group, R2? is a substitutable alkyl group, a substitutable alkoxy group, a substitutable aryloxy group, a substitutable cycloalkoxy group or a hydroxyl group, p is 1, 2 or 3, and R2? is a substitutable alkoxy group or a hydroxyl group, provided that at least two of R2? and R2? optionally form a condensed ring containing an oxygen atom and (b) at least one other fungicide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wood preservative containing as an active ingredient 3?-isopropyl-2-trifluoromethyl benzoic acid anilide represented by the formula below and a wood treatment method using the same. The present invention can provide a wood preservative having excellent preservation effect on various wood-destroying fungi with a very small chemical dosage and a wood treatment method, which are economical and have a small environmental load.

Abstract: Provided is a composition for the preservation of wood and other cellulosic materials. The composition comprises a dispersion of micronized inorganic compounds and/or organic biocides in an organic carrier. Also provided is a method for making the composition.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition suitable for control of disease caused by phytopathogens comprising (A) a compound of formula (I), wherein R1 is methyl, ethyl or isopropyl; R2 is 2-chloro-6-fluoro-phenyl, 2,4,6-trifluorophenyl or 2,6-difluoro-4-methoxy-phenyl; R3 is chloro, fluoro or methoxy; and (B) a compound selected, for example, from the group consisting of (B1) a strobilurin fungicide, (B2) an azole fungicide, (B3) a morpholine fungicide, and (B4) an anilinopyrimidine fungicide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to active compound combinations, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprises (A) a thiazol-4-carbonic acid ester of formula (I) and a further fungicidally active compound (B). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and not at least to the treated seed.

Abstract: Pesticide compositions and methods for their use are provided. Embodiments of the subject pesticide compositions include a pesticide and an assimilable carbon skeleton energy component. Embodiments of the subject compositions may include a pesticide and one or more of a macronutrient component, micronutrient component, vitamin/cofactor component and a complexing agent. Also provided are methods that include preparing an assimilable carbon skeleton energy containing-pesticide composition and methods for administering an assimilable carbon skeleton energy containing-pesticide composition to a plant. Kits for use in practicing the subject invention are also provided. The subject pesticide compositions find use in a variety of different applications, and are particularly suited for use in at least mollifying pesticide-induced phytotoxicity of a plant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal compositions and their use for controlling oomycete pathogen induced disease or diseases in one or more plants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprises (A) a dithiino-tetracarboximide of formula (I) and a further fungicidally active compound (B). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and to the treated seed.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all geometric and stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein J is Q2 or R1; X is N, CR2 or CQ3; Y is N or CR3; Z is N or CR4; and Q1, Q2, Q3, R1 R2 and R3 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: Ready-to-use foamable pesticide compositions that contain a particulate pesticide suspended therein and applicators for dispensing such compositions. Methods for treating pests such as arthropods by contacting pests with such compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which, in sprayable or form, are suitable as wound sealants for woody plants. The invention also relates to a method of protecting woody plants from infection with phytopathogenic fungi, in particular ESCA infection, using such wound sealants. These compositions comprise: a) a water-insoluble sealing agent in dissolved or dispersed form, which is selected among film-forming water-insoluble polymers, waxes and their mixtures; b) at least one plant protectant, c) at least one volatile diluent, in particular an aqueous diluent, and, if appropriate, d) at least one nonionic surface-active substance in an amount of from 10 to 100% by weight, in particular 10 to 80% by weight, based on the sealing agent.

Abstract: A composition comprising at least a pyridylethylbenzamide derivative of general formula (I) (a) and a compound capable of inhibiting the transport of electrons of the respiratory chain in phytopathogenic fungal organisms (b) in an (a)/(b) weight ratio of from 0.01 to 20. A composition further comprising an additional fungicidal compound. A method for preventively or curatively combating the phytopathogenic fungi of crops by using this composition.

Abstract: Compositions useful in the field of agricultural chemistry and methods for making and using the compositions are provided. Methods of improving the degree of efficacy of an active component or speed of action of an active component are also provided.

Abstract: Fungicidal mixtures, comprising 1) a fungicidal strain (I) selected from a) the Bacillus substilis strain with NRRL Accession No. B-21661, and b) the Bacillus pumilus strain with NRRL Accession No. B-30087, or a mutant of these strains having all the identifying characteristics of the respective strain, or a metabolite produced by the respective strain that exhibits activity against plant pathogenic fungi, and 2) at least one chemical compound II, selected from the active compound groups A) to F): A) azoles; B) strobilurins; C) carboxamides; D) heterocyclic compounds; E) carbamates; F) other fungicides; in a synergistically effective amount, methods for controlling harmful fungi using compositions of components 1) and 2), the use of a component 1) with a component 2) for preparing such compositions, and also fungicidal agents and seed comprising such compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fungicide for agricultural and horticultural use which is characterized by containing an inorganic copper compound and a polymer thickener having a sulfonyl group. This fungicide for agricultural and horticultural use exhibits higher plant disease-control effects than conventional inorganic copper-based fungicides.

Abstract: A description follows of mixtures of copper (II) hydroxide with at least one other cupric salt having the formula (A) and their use for the control of phytopathogenic fungi.

Abstract: The present invention provides wood preservative compositions comprising micronized particles. In one embodiment, the composition comprises dispersions of micronized metal or metal compounds. In another embodiment, the wood preservative composition comprises an inorganic component comprising a metal or metal compound and organic biocide. When the composition comprises an inorganic component and an organic biocide, the inorganic component or the organic biocide or both are present as micronized particles. When compositions of the present invention are used for preservation of wood, there is minimal leaching of the metal and biocide from the wood.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds and the use of such compounds for increasing the efficacy of fungicides for controlling oomycete pathogen induced disease or diseases in one or more plants.

Abstract: Processes for effecting biocidal activity in subterranean oil and gas wells being drilled, completed, worked over or produced are described. In general the process comprises blending with aqueous well fluid a biocidally-effective amount of a sulfamate stabilized, bromine-based biocide. Compositions comprised of aqueous well fluid blended with such aqueous biocides are also described.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an improved copper-based fungicide/bactericide composition. The improved composition offers higher biological activity over typical copper-based products, while requiring significantly less copper in the composition. The present invention also discloses methods of making the improved copper-based fungicide/bactericide composition. The present invention further discloses methods of using the improved copper-based fungicide/bactericide composition.

Abstract: A wood preservative includes injectable particles comprising one or more sparingly soluble copper salts. The copper-based particles are sufficiently insoluble so as to not be easily removed by leaching but are sufficiently soluble to exhibit toxicity to primary organisms primarily responsible for the decay of the wood. Exemplary particles contain for example copper hydroxide, basic copper carbonate, copper carbonate, basic copper sulfates including particularly tribasic copper sulfate, basic copper nitrates, copper oxychlorides, copper borates, basic copper borates, and mixtures thereof. The particles typically have a size distribution in which at least 50% of particles have a diameter smaller than 0.25 ?m, 0.2 ?m, or 0.15 ?m. At least about 20% and even more than 75% of the weight of the particles may be composed of the substantially crystalline copper salt. Wood or a wood product may be impregnated with copper-based particles of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides wood preservative compositions comprising micronized particles. In one embodiment, the composition comprises dispersions of micronized metal or metal compounds. In another embodiment, the wood preservative composition comprises an inorganic component comprising a metal or metal compound and organic biocide. When the composition comprises an inorganic component and an organic biocide, the inorganic component or the organic biocide or both are present as micronized particles. When compositions of the present invention are used for preservation of wood, there is minimal leaching of the metal and biocide from the wood.

Abstract: The present invention provides wood preservative compositions comprising micronized particles. In one embodiment, the composition comprises dispersions of micronized metal or metal compounds. In another embodiment, the wood preservative composition comprises an inorganic component comprising a metal or metal compound and organic biocide. When the composition comprises an inorganic component and an organic biocide, the inorganic component or the organic biocide or both are present as micronized particles. When compositions of the present invention are used for preservation of wood, there is minimal leaching of the metal and biocide from the wood.

Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations of 4-bromo-2-(4-chloro-phenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile, or a salt thereof, and copper or zinc compounds which provide an improved protecting effect against fouling organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to compositions comprising a combination of 4-bromo-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile, or a salt thereof, together with one or more copper or zinc compounds selected from Cu2O, Cu(OH)2, CuSO4, copper pyrithione, CuSCN, CuCO3, ZnO, ZnCl2, ZnSO4, zineb, and zinc pyrithione; in respective proportions to provide a synergistic effect against fouling organisms and the use of these compositions for protecting materials against fouling organisms. This invention thus relates to the field of protection of materials, such as underwater objects, protection of wood, wood products, biodegradable materials and coatings.

Abstract: A process for making a solid cosmetic composition, the process comprising the steps of: forming at least one hot process stream comprising a solvent and a gellant dissolved therein, the hot process stream having a first temperature; forming at least one cold process stream comprising a cosmetic active having a second temperature, wherein the second temperature is at least 5 degrees C. below the first temperature; combining the at least one hot process stream and the at least one cold process stream together in a mixing chamber having no moving parts therein and without applying external source of cooling, to form a substantially homogeneous product stream.

Abstract: An antimicrobial and chemical deactivating composition for use in a liquid medium or for incorporation into a coating, structural plastic materials, thin microporous membranes, textiles and sponges. The composition includes macrosize or submicron particles of silver, platinum with silver and their salts with parabens, oxide, salicylate, acetate, citrate, benzoate and phosphate along with copper and zinc salts of the same.

Abstract: An anti-cancer composition having biocompatible materials, which can selectively exploit chemical variations between normal cells and cancer cells to inhibit or prevent the proliferation of cancerous cells and methods of use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising a composition comprising an effective amount of a particulate zinc material; an effective amount of a surfactant including a surfactant with an anionic functional group; an effective amount of a pyrithione or a polyvalent metal salt of a pyrithione; from about 0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to wood preservative compositions comprising an effective amount of a pyrethroid compound in combination with an isothiazolone compound, methods and processes for preserving wood using the wood preservative compositions of the invention, and wood comprising the wood preservative compositions of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of stabilizing copper(II) hydroxide, the method comprising the sequential steps of: (a) combining copper(II) hydroxide, a water-soluble phosphate and water to form a mixture; and (b) drying the mixture. Also disclosed is stabilized copper(II) hydroxide prepared according to said method and a composition comprising stabilized copper(II) hydroxide prepared according to said method and at least one of a surfactant, a solid diluent or a liquid diluent.

Abstract: A composition for controlling harmful bio-organisms comprising (a) at least one imidazole compound represented by formula (I): wherein R represents a lower alkyl group or a lower alkoxy group; and n represents an integer of 1 to 5, as an active ingredient, and (b) at least one inorganic phosphorus compound and/or at least one fungicide for Phycomycetes as an active ingredient or (c) a spreader as an activity-enhancing ingredient, and a method for controlling harmful bio-organisms comprising applying the composition for controlling harmful bio-organisms onto harmful bio-organisms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a copper-containing formulation for plant disease-control which comprises divalent copper and polyphosphate residues, wherein the amount of the polyphosphate residues per one chemical equivalent of the divalent copper is higher than one chemical equivalent. The copper-containing formulation of the present invention shows an excellent disease-control effect without causing any chemical injury of the plant.

Abstract: The invention discloses a trace element solution, which comprises at least one metal selected from the group comprising selenium, copper, zinc, manganese and chromium and which comprises a concentration of the metal(s) of at least 60 mg/ml. The solution further comprises at least one compound selected from the group comprising iodine, potassium iodide, sodium iodide, iron, iron chloride, zinc oxide, manganese sulphate, sodium selenite, copper carbonate, sodium carbonate, anhydrous disodium EDTA and sodium hydroxide. The trace element solution is prepared by a method consisting essentially of the steps of preparing a MnCO3 mixture in a container; adding an EDTA/NaOH mixture to the container and subsequently adding at least one metal compound; and adding Na2SeO3 to the container to obtain the trace element solution. The method also comprises the step of adding CrCl3.6H2O to the trace element solution.

Abstract: Environmentally friendly processes for prevention of qualitative deterioration and quantitative loss of plant matter and foodstuffs, during all stages of storage and handling, including pre- and post-harvest, pre- and post-planting, distribution and marketing involves the use of H2O2 compositions including Ag and at least one of Cu and Zn ions. The processes can also be used to prevent sprouting and rooting, and to promote fecundity of certain plant matter, and can also be used to eliminate or reduce quantities of harmful organisms and substances from soil, other growth media and substrates, equipment, materials water, workspaces and surfaces.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of one or more antimicrobial metals selected from silver, gold, platinum, and palladium but most preferably silver, preferably formed with atomic disorder, and preferably in a nanocrystalline form, for the treatment of a acne. The nanocrystalline antimicrobial metal of choice may be used in the form of a nanocrystalline coating of one or more antimicrobial metals, a nanocrystalline powder of one or more antimicrobial metals, or a solution containing dissolved species from a nanocrystalline powder or coating of one or more antimicrobial metals.

Abstract: The invention relates to polymer dispersions or polymer solutions that are given antibacterial and fungicidal properties by metal ions of group Ib of the Periodic table. According to the invention, a) the polymer dispersions or polymer solutions are not produced using controllers that contain thiol groups, b) the metal ions have been introduced by means of an electrochemical process and c) said dispersions or solutions do not contain any active quantity of organic biocides.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and a wood preserving composition which is free of poly-aspartic acid and its derivatives and comprises mixtures of a metal compound, complexing agents selected from ethanolamines, polyethylenimine, ammonia or a mixture of these compounds, and a vinyl based polymer selected from poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA), poly(acrylamide) (PA), poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone) (PVP) and poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide) (PNIPAM). The resulting metal amine solution can then be used to formulate a variety of metal-based cellulosic material preserving products.

Abstract: Therapeutic treatments using the direct application of selected structures of antimicrobial metals in free-standing powder form, solution form and/or suspension form in therapeutically effective amounts. The selected structures of antimicrobial metals serve as an antimicrobial agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, an immuno modulator agent, an enzyme modulator agent, and/or an anti-tumor agent, for human and/or animal use.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of one or more antimicrobial metals, most preferably silver, preferably formed with atomic disorder, and preferably in a nanocrystalline form, for the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions. The nanocrystalline antimicrobial metal of choice may be used in the form of a nanocrystalline coating of one or more antimicrobial metals, a nanocrystalline powder of one or more antimicrobial metals, or a solution containing dissolved species from a nanocrystalline powder or coating of one or more antimicrobial metals.