Prochloraz 25% EC

Item	Details
Product Name	Prochloraz 25% EC
Active Ingredient	Prochloraz
Content	25%
Formulation	EC
CAS No.	67747-09-5
Molecular Formula	C15H16Cl3N3O2
Product Type	Fungicide
Chemical Group	Imidazole
FRAC Group	3
Mode of Action	Sterol biosynthesis inhibitor (DMI)
Main Use Direction	Foliar disease control in registered crops

These technical identifiers match the product information for Prochloraz 25% EC, while FRAC Code 3 covers DMI fungicides, including imidazoles.

Main Functions

Prochloraz 25% EC is mainly used to:

• Manage foliar fungal diseases
• Reduce disease pressure on leaves, stems, fruit, and green plant tissue
• Support disease control in cereals, fruits, vegetables, and field crops
• Provide a FRAC 3 fungicide option in rotation programs
• Support routine fungicide spraying in registered crop systems

Its main role is practical broad-spectrum disease suppression in crops where fungal pressure develops during the growing season or affects harvest quality.

Mode of Action

Prochloraz is a DMI fungicide in FRAC Group 3. DMI fungicides interfere with sterol biosynthesis, which is essential for fungal cell membrane formation and normal fungal growth. Prochloraz is specifically described as an imidazole fungicide that inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis.

This mode of action gives Prochloraz 25% EC a clear technical role in fungicide programs where a sterol biosynthesis inhibitor is needed for structured disease management and rotation planning.

Target Diseases

Prochloraz 25% EC is mainly associated with the following disease directions:

• Leaf spot
• Rust
• Blight
• Anthracnose
• Fruit rot
• Mildew-related disease pressure

These disease directions are the core disease-use lines listed for this formulation and fit the known broad-spectrum fungicide profile of prochloraz.

Suitable Crops and Application Areas

Prochloraz 25% EC is suitable for registered crop programs that include:

• Cereals
• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Industrial and field crops

This crop-use direction reflects the broad agricultural positioning of prochloraz and the crop grouping shown for this formulation. Final crop scope and final disease claims should follow the approved local label in the destination market.

Application Guidance

Prochloraz 25% EC is generally used as a foliar spray. It should be used according to the approved local label, with final dosage, spray interval, timing, and crop-specific directions based on the local registration.

In general, this formulation is suitable when:

• the crop faces leaf spot, rust, or blight pressure
• the crop needs a broad-spectrum DMI fungicide
• the program requires a liquid EC formulation
• the fungicide plan includes rotation with different modes of action

Because FRAC Group 3 fungicides are widely used, rotation remains important in resistance-management programs.

Formulation Features

EC means emulsifiable concentrate. This is a liquid formulation type designed to form an emulsion after dilution in water. CIPAC lists EC as the standard code for emulsifiable concentrate.

The 25% EC specification gives Prochloraz 25% EC a liquid formulation route suitable for standard spray preparation in field, fruit, and vegetable crop programs where EC fungicides are accepted under the local label.

Product Advantages

Prochloraz 25% EC stands out for these reasons:

• Broad-spectrum fungicide function
• Imidazole fungicide chemistry
• FRAC 3 DMI classification
• Useful fit for foliar disease programs
• Liquid EC formulation for routine spray use
• Broad crop relevance in registered agriculture

Its main technical strength is the combination of a well-established sterol-biosynthesis-inhibiting mode of action and a practical liquid spray formulation for multiple crop sectors.

Safety and Use Precautions

Prochloraz 25% EC should be handled carefully during mixing, spraying, storage, and transport. It should be used according to the approved local label and standard agricultural safety practice. Because it is a FRAC Group 3 fungicide, it should be rotated with fungicides that have a different mode of action where resistance management is needed.

Important points include:

• follow the approved local label
• keep away from food, feed, and drinking water
• wear proper protective clothing, gloves, and face protection
• apply under suitable foliar spray conditions
• avoid repeated exclusive use without rotation

Storage and Transport

Store Prochloraz 25% EC in the original sealed package in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and unauthorized access. As an EC liquid formulation, the product should be protected from leakage, high heat, package damage, and improper storage conditions that may affect formulation stability.

During transport, containers should be protected from rough handling, inversion, and moisture exposure so that package integrity and formulation quality remain stable before use.

FAQ

What kind of fungicide is Prochloraz 25% EC?

Prochloraz 25% EC is a broad-spectrum imidazole fungicide in FRAC Group 3.

How does Prochloraz 25% EC work?

It works as a DMI fungicide by interfering with sterol biosynthesis in fungal pathogens.

What diseases is Prochloraz 25% EC mainly used for?

It is mainly associated with leaf spot, rust, blight, anthracnose, fruit rot, and mildew-related disease pressure in registered crops.

What crops can use Prochloraz 25% EC?

The main crop groups listed for this formulation are cereals, fruits, vegetables, and industrial or field crops, depending on local registration scope.

What does EC mean in Prochloraz 25% EC?

EC means emulsifiable concentrate.