S-Metolachlor

Description

Product Overview
S-Metolachlor is a high-performance pre-emergent herbicide active ingredient (the S‑isomer of metolachlor) formulated for industrial and agricultural OEM use to control annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds. It provides early-season weed control through root and shoot uptake, enabling higher crop establishment rates and improved downstream yields. The key value proposition is predictable, long-duration residual control with a favorable selectivity profile for many row and specialty crops, reducing re-work and herbicide program complexity. Strategically, S‑Metolachlor is a core tactical input for crop protection portfolios and custom-formulation programs where consistent isomer purity and supply reliability materially affect field performance and regulatory compliance.

Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: S‑metolachlor (S‑isomer of metolachlor), chemical class: chloroacetanilide.

• Purity / grade: Technical grade active ingredient, typical assay ≥ 95% S‑isomer content (batch certificate provided).

• Enantiomeric purity: High enantiomeric excess to ensure consistent efficacy and reduced off-target effects.

• Physical form: Yellow to amber viscous liquid (technical oil), free of visible solids.

• Density: Typical density ~0.98–1.02 g/cm³ at 20°C (batch certificate to confirm).

• Viscosity and miscibility: Suitable for formulation into emulsifiable concentrates (EC), suspension concentrates (SC) or water‑based formulations; compatibility data available.

• Impurities: Controlled levels of specified impurities per industry/regulatory specifications; full impurity profile and GC/MS data available on request.

• Packaging options: 20 kg/drum inner‑lined, 200 kg steel drum, IBC 1000 L, or bulk ISO tank; custom packaging by request.

• Storage & shelf life: Recommended storage in cool, dry, ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight; typical shelf life 24 months in unopened original packaging under recommended conditions.

• Documentation: Full Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and regulatory dossiers available to qualified buyers.

Core Industrial Applications

• Primary industries: Crop protection manufacturers, agrochemical formulators, contract manufacturers, seed treatment operations, and large-scale agricultural distributors.

• Operational use cases: Formulation into commercial herbicide products (EC, SC, microencapsulated), custom blends for pre‑emergent weed programs, contract filling for private‑label brands, and integrated pest management (IPM) supply chains.

• Why it outperforms alternatives: The S‑isomer delivers higher biological activity per unit than racemic metolachlor, allowing lower application rates for equivalent control, improved crop selectivity, and reduced non‑target exposure. Tight control of isomeric purity ensures consistent field results across geographies and soil types.

• Commercial relevance: Enables formulators to optimize cost‑in‑use, reduce freight and storage costs through concentrated technical supply, and meet customer demands for high‑efficacy, lower‑dose herbicide solutions.

Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Manufactured under stringent quality systems with batch CoA, traceable raw material sourcing, and tight impurity control to ensure reproducible field performance.

• Supply reliability: Multi‑modal logistics network and contracted production capacity to support steady replenishment and seasonal demand spikes.

• Logistics capability: Available in drums, IBCs, and ISO tank bulk; export documentation, hazardous goods handling, and customs support provided for global shipments.

• Price competitiveness: Competitive pricing tiers for volume buyers and long‑term agreements; cost advantages from concentrated technical supply versus formulated imports.

• Sustainability & environmental profile: Lower application rates versus racemic formulations translate to reduced active ingredient use per hectare; manufacturing adheres to waste‑minimization and emission controls where regional regulations apply.

• Technical support: Formulation guidance, compatibility testing, stability data, regulatory support documents, and agronomic application guidance available to enterprise customers.

Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT.

• Loading capacity (MT per container): Typical loading per 20-ft container (drums/IBCs) up to 20 MT for packaged drums/IBCs; ISO tank shipments accommodate single‑shipment volumes typically 20–24 MT depending on packing and regional regulations.