Abamectin Technical 97%TC
CAS No: 135410-20-7
Mode of action: Insecticide and acaricide with contact and stomach action.
Trade names include Abba, Abathor, Affirm, Agri-Mek, Avid, Dynamec, Epi-Mek, Genesis Horse Wormer, Reaper, Termictine 5%, Vertimec, CAM-MEK 1.8% EC (cam for agrochemicals), Zephyr and Cure 1.8 EC.
Item | Abamectin 97%TC | Abamectin 1.8% EC |
Appearance | White powder | Light yellow or tan liquid |
A.I. Content | 97% min. | 1.8% min. |
pH Value | N/A | 5.0 – 8.0 |
Water | 0.5% max. | 0.5% max. |
Emulsion stability | N/A | Qualified |
Abamectin is a widely used insecticide and anthelmintic. It is a member of the Avermectin family and is a natural fermentation product of soil dwelling actinomycete Streptomyces avermitilis. The non proprietary name, abamectin, is a combination of Bla (~ 80%) and B1b (~ 20%). Out of all the Avermectins, abamectin is the only one that is used both in agriculture and pharmaceuticals.
