Features of Epoxiconazole
1. Unique Mechanism of Action
Epoxiconazole is a C14 demethylation inhibitor of sterols. The agent binds to the enzyme involved in the C14 demethylation reaction, affecting this process and inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of cell membranes. This disrupts the normal formation of fungal cell membranes, leading to cell death and effectively killing the pathogens.
2. Broad Spectrum of Control
Epoxiconazole has a wide spectrum of fungicidal activity. It is primarily used to control diseases in cereal crops, such as powdery mildew, sheath blight, fusarium head blight, large spot disease, rice blast, and rust. It also targets fungal diseases in fruit trees and vegetables, including banana leaf spot, grape anthracnose, white rot, apple scab, and powdery mildew.
3. Wide Applicability
Epoxiconazole can be used on various crops, including wheat, corn, rice, peanuts, sugar beets, bananas, grapes, apples, asparagus, garlic, celery, cucumbers, and beans.
4. Good Conductivity and Strong Penetration
Epoxiconazole offers protective and therapeutic effects with strong systemic properties. It is rapidly absorbed by plants and translocated to infected areas, stopping disease infection immediately, ensuring thorough local treatment.
5. Long Residual Effect
Epoxiconazole has a long residual effect; for example, its antifungal activity on grains can last for about 40 days. Its excellent efficacy reduces the frequency of applications.
Product Details of Epoxiconazole
| Product name | Epoxiconazole |
| Tech grade | 97%TC |
| Formulation | 12.5%SC, 125G/L SC, 70%WDG |
| Molecular formula | C17H13ClFN3O |
| CAS No. | 133855-98-8 |
| EINECS No. | 406-850-2 |
| Shelf life | 2 Years |
Application
1. Control of Rice Sheath Blight: To prevent the occurrence of the disease, the first application should be made at the late tillering stage of rice, followed by a second application during the booting stage. A uniform foliar spray will provide good control of rice sheath blight and rice blast.
2. Control of Wheat Powdery Mildew: Spray the fungicide before or at the early onset of the disease. Depending on the disease progression and weather conditions, a second application can be made every 7-10 days. When using this product, first shake the container well, then dilute the required amount with a small amount of water, and finally add enough water and mix thoroughly before spraying.
3. Control of Banana Leaf Spot: Begin applications at the early onset of the disease, with subsequent applications every 7-10 days. When spraying, ensure a uniform coverage on the leaf surface, applying until the leaves are moist but not dripping. Aim to spray the undersides of the leaves as much as possible. Do not apply on windy days or if rain is expected within an hour.
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