Description

Emamectin Benzoate is a highly effective semi-synthetic insecticide derived from the avermectin family of natural products. It is valued for its potent activity against a broad spectrum of lepidopteran pests at very low application rates, making it a cornerstone of modern integrated pest management (IPM) programs. This product is essential for agricultural producers, pest control operators, and formulators seeking reliable, high-performance crop protection solutions with a favorable environmental profile.

Application

• Agricultural Crop Protection: Primary use for controlling lepidopteran pests (e.g., armyworms, loopers, bollworms) in cotton, vegetables, fruits, and row crops.
• Forestry Management: Application in forestry to protect trees from defoliating insects like gypsy moths and spruce budworms.
• Turf and Ornamentals: Protection of high-value turfgrass, landscape plants, and ornamental trees from caterpillar damage.
• Public Health Pest Control: Used in vector control programs targeting mosquito larvae in specific formulations.
• Technical Grade for Formulation: Serves as the active ingredient for manufacturing various end-use formulations such as soluble concentrates (SC) and emulsifiable concentrates (EC).
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A key component in IPM strategies due to its selectivity and minimal impact on beneficial insects when used correctly.

Basic Information

Product Name	Emamectin Benzoate
CAS No.	137512-74-4
Molecular Formula	C56H81NO15 • C7H6O2
Molecular Weight	1008.3 g/mol (as benzoate salt)
Synonyms	4″-Deoxy-4″-epi-methylaminoavermectin B1 Benzoate; MK-244; Proclaim; Affirm; Denim; Emma; Emanectin Benzoate; Avermectin B1, 4″-deoxy-4″-epi-methylamino-, Benzoate
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Quality Control

Our Emamectin Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and efficacy. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for precise assay determination and impurity profiling, to meet or exceed FAO and other relevant international specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, related substances, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 92.0% (as Emamectin B1a Benzoate)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total related substances ≤ 5.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in acetone, methanol, chloroform; slightly soluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.