Spirodiclofen 24% SC Miticide

Item	Details
Product Name	Spirodiclofen 24% SC
Active Ingredient	Spirodiclofen
Common Market Expression	240 g/L SC
Formulation	SC
Product Type	Miticide / Acaricide
IRAC Group	Group 23
Mode of Action	Acetyl-CoA carboxylase inhibitor
Main Use Direction	Selective mite control
Main Crop Direction	Fruit and specialty crops
Application Direction	Use according to the approved local label

The core technical profile of Spirodiclofen 24% SC is defined by Group 23 acaricide chemistry, selective mite control, and a suspension concentrate formulation.

Main Functions

Spirodiclofen 24% SC is mainly used to:

• Control mites in fruit and specialty crops
• Reduce feeding damage caused by mite infestations
• Support structured mite-management programs
• Suppress important life stages in susceptible mite populations
• Provide a different mode of action for rotation planning

Its main role is mite suppression, not broad insect control.

Mode of Action

Spirodiclofen works by inhibiting acetyl-CoA carboxylase, an enzyme involved in lipid biosynthesis. IRAC places spirodiclofen in Group 23, the inhibitors of acetyl-CoA carboxylase group.

This mode of action gives Spirodiclofen 24% SC a clear place in mite-management programs that need a different chemistry group from many conventional miticides. Research and regulatory sources also describe spirodiclofen as having relatively slow activity on adult females while showing strong value in population suppression through effects on key mite stages and reproduction.

Target Pests

Spirodiclofen 24% SC is used for mite management. Label and regulatory materials describe spirodiclofen as active on mite eggs, all nymphal stages, and adult females. Adult males are not the main target stage.

This stage profile makes Spirodiclofen 24% SC suitable for programs that aim to reduce current mite pressure and limit the next population cycle at the same time.

Suitable Crops and Application Areas

Spirodiclofen 24% SC is mainly used in fruit and specialty-crop systems. The main crop directions include:

• Citrus
• Grapes
• Pome fruit
• Stone fruit
• Tree nuts

These crop groups match both the current product information and U.S. regulatory documents for spirodiclofen uses.

Application Guidance

Spirodiclofen 24% SC should be used according to the approved local label. Final dosage, spray timing, interval, and crop-specific directions should follow local registration requirements.

In general, this formulation is suitable when:

• the crop is under mite pressure
• the program needs a selective miticide
• the target includes eggs, immature stages, and adult females
• a Group 23 acaricide is needed in rotation

Correct timing remains important for stable field performance.

Formulation Features

SC means suspension concentrate. CIPAC defines SC as suspension concentrate (= flowable concentrate).

The SC formulation gives Spirodiclofen 24% SC a liquid format that is diluted with water before spraying. This is a standard formulation route for finished miticide products in orchard and specialty-crop use.

Product Advantages

Spirodiclofen 24% SC stands out for these reasons:

• Dedicated miticide function
• Group 23 acetyl-CoA carboxylase inhibition
• Selective mite control
• Activity on eggs, immature stages, and adult females
• SC liquid formulation for standard spray use
• Useful in acaricide rotation programs

Its main technical strength is clear: Spirodiclofen 24% SC is built for structured mite control in fruit and specialty crops.

Safety and Use Precautions

Spirodiclofen 24% SC 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. Regulatory materials for spirodiclofen include crop-use directions, handler protection language, and environmental precautions typical for miticide use.

Important points include:

• keep away from food, feed, and drinking water
• avoid contamination of ponds, rivers, and other water bodies
• wear proper protective clothing, gloves, and face protection
• follow local requirements for spray timing and safe handling
• rotate with products that have a different mode of action

Storage and Transport

Store Spirodiclofen 24% SC in the original sealed package in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, food, feed, and unauthorized access.

During transport, containers should be protected from freezing, leakage, rough handling, and direct moisture exposure so that formulation quality remains stable. This is consistent with standard handling needs for suspension concentrate formulations.

FAQ

What kind of product is Spirodiclofen 24% SC?

Spirodiclofen 24% SC is a miticide / acaricide used for selective mite control.

How does Spirodiclofen 24% SC work?

It works by inhibiting acetyl-CoA carboxylase, which places it in IRAC Group 23.

Which mite stages does Spirodiclofen 24% SC target?

It is active on mite eggs, all nymphal stages, and adult females.

Which crops can use Spirodiclofen 24% SC?

It is mainly used in citrus, grapes, pome fruit, stone fruit, and tree nuts.

What does SC mean in Spirodiclofen 24% SC?

SC means suspension concentrate.