Fluopyram 40% SC

Item	Product Information
Product Name	Fluopyram 40% SC
Active Ingredient	Fluopyram
Content	40% w/w
Formulation	SC, Suspension Concentrate
Product Type	Nematicide with fungicidal activity where registered
Chemical Class	SDHI benzamide
FRAC Group	Group 7
CAS Number	658066-35-4
Molecular Formula	C16H11ClF6N2O
Mode of Action	Succinate dehydrogenase inhibition
Primary Use Direction	Root-zone nematode management
Main Nematode Direction	Root-knot nematodes
Other Directions	Lesion, cyst, and other registered plant-parasitic nematodes
Secondary Activity	Selected fungal disease control where locally approved
Application Direction	Soil, root-zone, drench, drip irrigation, or other approved use
Supply Direction	SunAgro branded product for registration, import, and distribution
Document Support	COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, specification, batch data, and available registration documents

The 40% w/w specification should not be presented as 400 g/L unless formulation density and official product documents support that conversion.

Final crops, nematodes, diseases, application rates, timing, PHI, and seasonal limits must follow the approved destination-market label.

What Is Fluopyram 40% SC Used For?

The main use is protecting crop roots from registered plant-parasitic nematodes.

Nematode damage often begins underground before visible symptoms appear. Affected crops may receive enough water and fertilizer but still grow slowly because damaged roots cannot use these inputs efficiently.

The product may be reviewed for programs involving:

• Root-knot nematodes
• Lesion nematodes
• Cyst nematodes
• Other locally approved plant-parasitic nematodes

Fluopyram also has fungicidal properties. Selected disease claims may be included only when the local registration supports them.

The page should not position this product as an insecticide or a universal treatment for all soil pests.

How Does Fluopyram Work?

FRAC Group 7 SDHI Activity

Fluopyram is a succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor, commonly shortened to SDHI.

It acts on succinate dehydrogenase within mitochondrial respiration. This interrupts normal energy production in susceptible organisms.

For nematodes, the process can be explained simply:

1. Nematodes are exposed in the treated root zone.
2. Succinate dehydrogenase activity is inhibited.
3. Energy production becomes disrupted.
4. Nematode movement and activity decline.
5. Root invasion and feeding pressure are reduced.

This mode of action is different from organophosphate nematicides such as Fosthiazate.

Why Root-Zone Placement Matters

The product must reach the soil area where active nematodes and crop roots are concentrated.

Uneven application may leave untreated zones. Poor irrigation management may also move the product away from the intended root area.

Application planning should consider:

• Root depth
• Treated soil volume
• Irrigation method
• Soil texture
• Soil moisture
• Crop stage
• Nematode distribution

Correct placement is more important than simply increasing the application rate.

Target Nematode Directions

Nematode Direction	Typical Crop Risk	Commercial Boundary
Root-Knot Nematodes	Root galls and poor nutrient uptake	Primary page focus
Lesion Nematodes	Root tissue damage and reduced root function	Local registration required
Cyst Nematodes	Persistent soil populations and crop decline	Crop and market dependent
Other Plant-Parasitic Nematodes	Crop-specific root damage	Confirm approved label
General Soil Pests	Not the main product position	Only claim where registered

Root-Knot Nematodes

Root-knot nematodes are the clearest target direction.

They invade plant roots and cause visible galls or swellings. Damaged roots become less efficient at absorbing water and nutrients.

Common crop effects include:

• Uneven plant growth
• Yellowing
• Midday wilting
• Reduced root development
• Poor response to fertilization
• Lower flowering or fruit set
• Yield and quality losses

Pressure is often higher in intensive vegetable production and fields with repeated susceptible crops.

Lesion Nematodes

Lesion nematodes move through root tissue and leave damaged or discolored areas.

This injury reduces root efficiency and can increase plant stress. Specific species and crop claims must follow local registration.

Cyst Nematodes

Cyst nematodes can remain in soil for several seasons.

They are especially important in crops such as potatoes and other registered hosts. Effective management may require crop rotation, soil testing, clean planting material, and chemical control.

How to Recognize Possible Nematode Damage

Nematode symptoms are easily confused with nutrient deficiency, irrigation problems, and root disease.

Above-ground signs may include:

• Weak or uneven crop patches
• Slow growth
• Pale foliage
• Wilting during warm periods
• Reduced response to fertilizer
• Poor flowering or fruit development

Root symptoms may include:

• Root galls
• Brown lesions
• Shortened roots
• Reduced fine-root growth
• Weak or poorly developed root systems

Visual symptoms do not confirm the exact nematode species. Soil and root analysis should be used where professional diagnostic services are available.

Suitable Crops and Root-Zone Programs

Vegetables and Protected Crops

Fluopyram 40% SC can be evaluated for registered nematode programs in:

• Tomato
• Cucumber
• Pepper
• Eggplant
• Brassica vegetables
• Other protected or open-field vegetables

Protected cultivation can increase nematode pressure because crops are grown intensively in the same soil.

Drip irrigation or localized root-zone application may fit these production systems where the label supports the method.

Potato and Root Crops

Potatoes and other root-zone crops may be affected by cyst, lesion, root-knot, and other registered nematodes.

Commercial evaluation should consider:

• Target nematode species
• Planting-time requirements
• Soil placement
• Irrigation system
• Residue limits
• Harvest interval
• Maximum seasonal use

A use approved in one country does not automatically apply to another market.

Fruit, Banana, Tobacco, and Specialty Crops

Fluopyram products are used in some markets within fruit, banana, tobacco, and other specialty-crop programs.

These crops should only be added to local product materials when supported by registration documents.

High-value crop markets may also require detailed review of residue limits, export-market requirements, and application timing.

Application Guidance

Apply according to the approved root-zone treatment method before nematode pressure causes severe crop decline.

Important application points include:

• Confirm the crop and nematode are locally registered.
• Diagnose the root problem before treatment.
• Follow the approved rate and treated soil volume.
• Apply at the permitted crop stage.
• Place the product within the active root zone.
• Follow irrigation instructions carefully.
• Maintain sufficient tank agitation.
• Use calibrated application equipment.
• Avoid unapproved concentrated contact with seeds or roots.
• Confirm compatibility before mixing with fertilizers or pesticides.
• Respect PHI and seasonal application limits.
• Combine treatment with crop rotation and sanitation where practical.

SunAgro does not recommend one global dose table. Rates differ by crop, nematode, soil, irrigation system, formulation specification, and national registration.

SC Formulation Features

What Does SC Mean?

SC means suspension concentrate.

The finely divided active ingredient is suspended in a liquid formulation. It is not completely dissolved as it would be in a soluble concentrate.

The container should be handled according to label directions, and adequate agitation may be required before and during application.

Practical SC Advantages

A stable SC formulation can provide:

• Convenient liquid measuring
• Uniform dilution when properly agitated
• Suitability for professional root-zone application
• Compatibility with approved drip or drench systems
• Lower dust exposure than dry powder formulations
• Efficient packing and transport

Actual performance depends on formulation quality and application technique.

Important SC Quality Parameters

Quality Parameter	Procurement Value
Active Ingredient Content	Confirms formulation concentration
Particle Size Distribution	Affects suspension and application quality
Suspensibility	Supports uniform active ingredient delivery
Wet Sieve	Identifies oversized particles
Viscosity	Affects pouring, pumping, and mixing
Pourability	Supports practical container emptying
Persistent Foam	Influences tank filling
Sedimentation	Indicates storage stability
Redispersibility	Shows whether settled material can be remixed
Low-Temperature Stability	Supports cold storage and transport
Accelerated Storage Stability	Helps evaluate shelf-life performance
Packaging Compatibility	Reduces leakage and material interaction

The product should not be described as completely soluble or as requiring no agitation.

Registered Fungicidal Activity

Fluopyram is also a fungicide, but disease claims must remain secondary on this page.

As an SDHI, it may inhibit spore germination, germ-tube development, mycelial growth, and other fungal processes.

Selected registered disease directions may include powdery mildew, Botrytis, Alternaria, Sclerotinia, or other approved pathogens.

However, the 40% SC page should remain focused on root-zone nematode management. A long global disease list would compete with SunAgro’s existing Fluopyram 250 g/L + Trifloxystrobin 250 g/L SC foliar fungicide page.

Product Advantages

Fluopyram 40% SC provides a clear position within modern nematicide portfolios.

Its main advantages include:

• FRAC Group 7 SDHI mode of action
• Strong root-knot nematode positioning
• Root-zone and soil-application direction
• High-content SC formulation
• Liquid measuring and application
• Difference from organophosphate nematicides
• Possible secondary fungicidal activity where registered
• Relevance to intensive vegetable and root-crop markets
• Clear specification for registration review
• SunAgro branded product support

Its commercial value depends on accurate positioning, correct placement, formulation stability, and local registration.

Fluopyram vs Fosthiazate

Fluopyram and Fosthiazate can both appear in nematicide portfolios, but they work differently.

Item	Fluopyram 40% SC	Fosthiazate Formulations
Main Product Type	Nematicide with selected fungicidal activity	Organophosphate nematicide
Mode of Action	Succinate dehydrogenase inhibition	Acetylcholinesterase inhibition
Classification	FRAC Group 7	IRAC Group 1B
Main Biological Effect	Disrupted energy production	Disrupted nerve function
Formulation Direction	Suspension concentrate	CS, EW, GR, or other registered forms
Additional Fungicidal Activity	Possible where registered	Not the primary position
Portfolio Role	SDHI root-zone option	Organophosphate nematicide option

Neither active ingredient is automatically better in every market.

The appropriate choice depends on:

• Target nematode
• Crop
• Soil conditions
• Application method
• Resistance or sensitivity history
• Registration
• Safety requirements
• Local grower preference

SunAgro’s Oligosaccharins 0.5% + Fosthiazate 19.5% EW provides a different dual-component product direction.

Fluopyram SC vs Granular Nematicides

SC and granular nematicides require different application systems.

Dimension	Fluopyram 40% SC	Granular Nematicide
Product Form	Concentrated liquid suspension	Solid granules
Application	Drench, drip, soil, or approved liquid method	Soil placement or incorporation
Equipment	Liquid application system	Granule applicator
Distribution	Influenced by water and irrigation	Influenced by granule placement
Storage Focus	Suspension and redispersibility	Moisture and granule integrity
Market Fit	Professional liquid root-zone programs	Established granular soil-treatment markets

The correct formulation depends on equipment, labor, irrigation, soil conditions, and market preference.

Crop Safety and Residue Considerations

Approved dose, placement, and crop timing must be followed.

Risk-management points include:

• Do not use on unregistered crops.
• Avoid unapproved direct seed contact.
• Do not exceed the approved concentration.
• Follow irrigation and placement instructions.
• Confirm crop compatibility.
• Respect PHI and residue limits.
• Review export-market MRL requirements.
• Do not exceed seasonal application limits.

Fluopyram should not be presented as residue-free or completely safe for every crop.

FRAC Group 7 Resistance Management

Fluopyram is a single-site SDHI active ingredient.

When used for fungal disease control, repeated dependence on Group 7 can select less-sensitive pathogen populations.

Resistance-management measures include:

• Follow local limits on Group 7 applications.
• Rotate with effective fungicides from different FRAC groups.
• Avoid repeated exclusive use.
• Apply preventively or at early disease pressure where required.
• Use the approved rate.
• Integrate crop hygiene and resistant varieties where practical.
• Monitor reduced field performance.

Fluopyram and other Group 7 fungicides should not be treated as different-group rotation partners.

For nematode programs, avoid relying on one active ingredient every crop cycle. Combine chemical control with crop rotation, diagnosis, sanitation, and other registered tools.

A Paecilomyces lilacinus biological nematicide may occupy a different role in an integrated root-zone program where local registration supports use.

Environmental and Handling Precautions

Fluopyram 40% SC must be handled as a regulated agricultural pesticide.

Users should:

• Read the approved label and SDS/MSDS.
• Wear the required personal protective equipment.
• Avoid eye, skin, and inhalation exposure.
• Prevent contamination of surface water.
• Avoid runoff from treated areas.
• Do not clean equipment near waterways.
• Control spills immediately.
• Keep the product away from food, feed, and water.
• Dispose of packaging according to local regulations.

Aquatic restrictions, buffer zones, worker protection, and re-entry requirements must follow the destination-market label.

Storage and Transport

Store the product in its original sealed container.

Recommended controls include:

• Keep it in a cool and ventilated warehouse.
• Protect it from direct sunlight.
• Avoid freezing and excessive heat.
• Store containers upright.
• Prevent leakage and seal damage.
• Keep it away from food, feed, seed, and water.
• Preserve batch identification.
• Inspect cartons and containers before shipment.
• Follow local pesticide transport regulations.

Long storage may lead to settling in some SC formulations. The product must remain redispersible according to its approved specification.

Registration, Document, and Supply Support from SunAgro

SunAgro supplies branded crop protection products for qualified importers, distributors, registration companies, and local market partners.

For Fluopyram 40% SC projects, available support may include:

• Product specification
• Certificate of Analysis
• SDS or MSDS
• Technical Data Sheet
• Active ingredient information
• SC formulation information
• FRAC classification
• Batch quality data
• Packaging information
• Samples
• Available registration-related documents
• Export-document coordination
• Long-term supply planning

Document availability depends on the destination country, cooperation stage, and registration pathway.

SunAgro does not guarantee regulatory approval. Final decisions remain subject to national authority requirements and dossier review.

Our objective is to support long-term cooperation through the SunAgro crop protection product portfolio for registration, import, and distribution.

Stable Supply Behind SunAgro Branded Products

Reliable SC supply requires control of particle size, suspension stability, and packaging.

Raw Material Control

Incoming active ingredients and formulation materials are evaluated against established specifications.

SC Formulation Production

Milling, dispersion, viscosity, and suspension uniformity are controlled during production.

Batch Quality Inspection

Relevant tests may include:

• Active ingredient content
• Appearance
• Particle size
• Suspensibility
• Wet sieve
• Viscosity
• Pourability
• Persistent foam
• Low-temperature stability
• Accelerated storage stability
• Redispersibility

Packaging and Export Coordination

Containers are checked for leakage, sealing, batch coding, carton strength, and transport suitability.

Stable supply means repeatable specifications, consistent batch performance, reliable documents, and coordinated shipment planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fluopyram 40% SC?

It is a suspension concentrate containing 40% w/w Fluopyram. This page positions it mainly as a root-zone nematicide.

Is 40% SC the same as 400 g/L SC?

Not automatically. Percentage by weight and grams per liter use different concentration systems. Density and official product documents are required for conversion.

Is Fluopyram a nematicide or fungicide?

Fluopyram has both nematicidal and fungicidal activity. The final product position depends on its registration and approved label.

What is the FRAC group of Fluopyram?

Fluopyram belongs to FRAC Group 7, the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor group.

Which nematodes can Fluopyram control?

Root-knot nematodes are a primary direction. Lesion, cyst, and other plant-parasitic nematodes may also be included where registered.

How does Fluopyram affect nematodes?

It inhibits succinate dehydrogenase and disrupts energy production. This reduces nematode movement and root-invasion activity.

Can Fluopyram 40% SC be used through drip irrigation?

Only where drip or chemigation use is included on the approved local label and suitable equipment is available.

Is Fluopyram systemic?

Root uptake and upward movement may occur in registered uses. Systemic claims must match the specific product label.

Can Fluopyram control fungal diseases?

It may control selected registered fungal diseases. Disease claims depend on the crop, pathogen, rate, timing, and local registration.

Can Fluopyram be rotated with another Group 7 fungicide?

Another Group 7 fungicide is not a true cross-group rotation partner. Use effective products from different FRAC groups where the label supports rotation.

Can Fluopyram be combined with biological nematicides?

An integrated program may include chemical and biological products where registration, timing, and compatibility support their use.

What does SC mean?

SC means suspension concentrate. Fine active ingredient particles are suspended in a liquid formulation and require correct mixing and agitation.

What documents can SunAgro provide?

Depending on the project, SunAgro may provide a COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, specification, batch data, samples, packaging information, and available registration documents.

Is Fluopyram 40% SC registered in every country?

No. Crops, nematodes, diseases, rates, application methods, residue limits, and safety restrictions differ between markets.

Request Fluopyram 40% SC

Fluopyram 40% SC is suitable for qualified companies developing modern nematicide portfolios for intensive crop markets.

To evaluate the product, please provide:

• Target country
• Company type
• Registration status
• Target crops
• Target nematodes or diseases
• Planned application method
• Required pack size
• Expected annual volume
• Required documents
• Distribution channel

Request the product specification to review whether SunAgro Fluopyram 40% SC fits your local registration pathway, root-zone protection portfolio, and long-term distribution plan.