What are Emulsifiable Concentrates (EC)?

What are Emulsifiable Concentrates (EC)?

• A. Dry, finely ground solids that do not dissolve in water
• B. Pesticides that can be mixed with water to form a solution
• C. Pesticides that must be mixed with oil
• D. Solid granules that dissolve instantly in water

Answer: (B)

Emulsifiable Concentrates are concentrated liquid pesticides designed to be diluted with water for spraying. They contain the active ingredient with solvents and emulsifiers so that, when mixed and agitated with water, the liquid disperses into tiny droplets to form a sprayable emulsion. This is why they’re described as mixtures that form a water-based spray, rather than dry powders or solid granules. They’re not meant to be mixed with oil, nor are they solid granules that dissolve instantly.

Emulsifiable Concentrates are concentrated liquid pesticides designed to be diluted with water for spraying. They contain the active ingredient with solvents and emulsifiers so that, when mixed and agitated with water, the liquid disperses into tiny droplets to form a sprayable emulsion. This is why they’re described as mixtures that form a water-based spray, rather than dry powders or solid granules. They’re not meant to be mixed with oil, nor are they solid granules that dissolve instantly.