KSpred 730

Product Description

KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant is a new multifunctional activator adjuvant to be considered for the potentia lIy cost-effective spray application of agricultural pesticides.

The KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant is an optimized product that can help maximize both the spreading and penetration of pesticide treatments. Its new combination of nonionic and organosilicone surfactants typically provides superior spreading on most foliar surfaces, while the methylated seed oil typically provides fast penetration through the cuticular layer of plants, for rapid uptake. These two synergistic modes of action can help provide very effective spray applications of pesticide treatments.

The optimized design of KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant may offer additional advantages to growers. Organosilicone surfactants are well known for using much lower water rates in pesticide spray applications, since they provide better foliar spreading and rainfastness. In addition, the dual action of KSpread 730 may enable lower adjuvant rates than other conventional surfactants and spray adjuvants.

Key Features and Typical Benefits

KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant is a potentially cost effective activator adjuvant that typically reduces the surface tension of spray mixtures to levels below that observed with many conventional spray adjuvants. Typical recommended starting levels are from 0.1 Wt% to 0.3 Wt% concentration for "tank-mix" applications.
  • Better spreading (2-SX over surfactants/oils)
  • Low Dynamic ST enhandng foliar contact
  • Rapid penetration and uptake
  • Lower use rates (2-SX less than adjuvants)

Typical Physical Properties

Property Result
Appearance Straw coloured
Viscosity @ 25°C, cps 22
Surface Tension (0.1%), mN/m 23
Spread Diameter (0.5%), mm 43
Flash Point, PMCC, (°C) 107
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 0.87

Potential Use in Agrochemical Products

KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant may be considered for use as an activator spray adjuvant component in many agrochemical products and treatments. As a tank-side spray adjuvant, optimum performance is typically achieved when spray mixtures are between pH 5.0 and 8.0, and used within 24 hours of preparation. Typical tank-mix use levels may range from 0.1% to 0.3% depending on the spray treatment.

For use in neutral in-can formulations(pH 6.5 to pH 7.5), it is recommended that KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant be included in the formulation at a level sufficient to deliver between 0.1% to 0.3% to the spray mixture upon dilution.

Performance Data

KSpread 730 spreader-penetrant can offer superior spreading compared to methylated seed oils (MSO) and crop oil concentrates (COC). KSpread 730 can offer over 2 times more spreading than crop oils used at twice the concentration rates.

Product Safety

When considering the use of any of KAISER - Silicones products in a particular application, you should review our latest Material Safety Data Sheets and undertake appropriate testing to ensure that your intended use can be accomplished safely. For Material Safety Data Sheets and other product safety information, contact the KAISER sales office nearest you. Before handling any of the products mentioned in the text, please obtain available product safety information and toke necessary steps to ensure safety of use.

Product Safety, Handling and Storage

Customers considering the use of this product should review the latest Material Safety Data Sheet and label for product Safety information, handling instructions, personal protective equipment if necessary, and any special storage conditions required. Material Safety Data Sheets are available at www.kaiserindustries.com or, upon request, from any KAISER Performance Materials representative. Use of other materials in conjunction with KAISER Performance Materials products (for example, primers) may require additional precautions. Please review and follow the safety information provided by the manufacturer of such other materials. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to imply the nonexistence of any relevant patents or to constitute the permission, inducement or recommendation to practice any invention covered by any patent, without authority from the owner of the patent.

Limitations

Customers must evaluate KAISER Performance Materials products and make their own determination as to fitness of use in their particular applications.