Indigo Octane Adjuvant 5L. di-1-p-Menthene
Non-ionic Extender-Sticker-Spreader
Octane significantly improves the retention and deposition of spray droplets onto the leaf surfaces. Containing 859g/L di-1-p-methene, it forms a polymer film helping hold the chemical spray droplet on the leaf under rain or irrigation events, optimizing the performance of your pesticide application under any adverse condition. Octane is a superior extending agent designed to enhance the useful life of plant protection products and fertilisers that you mix in your spray tank.
Octane is an emusifiable film forming polymer based on natural pinene that possesses similar properties to the leaf cuticle. This means Octane is soft on the cuticle and does not result in leaf burn as is often seen as a side effect of petrochemical based adjuvants & surfactants.
Octane provides penetration assistance combined with improved droplet lifetime making it ideal for use with both contact and systemic pesticides. Due to the natural polymerization of Octane, it provides protection not only under rainfall and irrigation events but also environmental concerns like wind, UV light and volatilization. The film produced by Octane on the leaf also has the ability to protect workers that have to re-enter the sprayed area that maybe sensitive to the chemical or the chemical vapour.
Key Features:
Significant Improvements in rainfast performance – supporting the pesticide to stay on the leaf surface regardless of rain or irrigation events.
- Proven Extender – extends the performance of pesticide applications.
- Natural product safe for applicators, the general public and the environment.
- Improved spray deposition and spray retention.
- Minimizes volatilization.
- Compatible with most agricultural chemicals.
- Extends droplet lifetime on the leaf surface.
- UV degradation protection.
- Ideal IPM partner in nursery and landscape situations.
- Improved solubility versus some other pinene products.
- Available in a convenient 5L pack size.
SHORT DESCRIPTION
A sticking-extending agent designed to control the life of pesticides. It is compatible in the spray tank with Insecticides, Fungicides and Soluble Fertilizers.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
859g/L di-1-p-Menthene
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Refer to the label for additional information.
GENERAL RATE
0.3-2L/ha
USING OCTANE AS A STICKER
To control the life of the pesticide by forming a sticky elastic film that encapsulates and holds the pesticide on the plants foliage.
Rate - 300mL/ha
USING OCTANE AS A SPREADER
Helps the pesticide spray spread out uniformly on hairy or waxy plant parts to get into cracks and crevices.
Rate - 300mL/ha
USING OCTANE AS AN EXTENDER
To extend the time between sprayings of some pesticides by up to 7 days*.
Rate - 1.2L/ha
* This is a guide only. The actual length of extension may vary depending on the type of pesticide used and climatic conditions after application.
TANK MIXING & APPLICATION PROCEDURES
* Always pre-mix Octane into an emulsion with water in a separate bucket before adding to the spray tank as the last ingredient.
* Ensure the spray tank is at least half full, with the agitator running before adding the pre-mixed Octane. Maintain agitation whilst applying.
* Observe good spraying practice and always flush out tank, nozzles and lines with fresh water immediately upon completion of spraying. This is important to avoid residue in the tank. Octane will not clog nozzles when the sprayer is next used.
* If Octane deposits on surfaces such as windows, cars, application equipment or other surfaces where it is not desired, it can be removed with soap and water, before the spray deposit is dry, or with premium grade white kerosene after the film has dried or set. To remove dried deposits from painted car surfaces, use standard tar remover products designed for use on painted car finishes.
LABEL, SDS & TECH SHEET
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Greenway Weed Solutions has a distribution centre in QLD only. All orders, Australia-wide will be shipped from this location.
Shipping is free on all online orders. Bulk purchase shipping rates are determined by total order weight and delivery location.
Pickups are available from the QLD warehouse. Updates to product availability in other Australian warehouses are upcoming.
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