What is a formulant in a pesticide product?

A formulant in a pesticide product refers specifically to an ingredient that plays a supporting role to the active ingredient. These ingredients are formulated to stabilize the product, enhance its effectiveness, or assist the active ingredient in various ways, such as improving the product’s ability to adhere to surfaces, increasing its efficacy, or prolonging its shelf life.

For instance, formulants can include emulsifiers, surfactants, solvents, and adjuvants, which help improve the distribution and uptake of the active ingredient once applied. By understanding the role of formulants, pest control applicators can better appreciate how various components of a pesticide work together to achieve effective pest management.