Bionema Group Ltd., a distinguished leader in biocontrol technology and the recipient of the King Awards Enterprise in Innovation, proudly announces the launch of Permeate® SP 50. This groundbreaking polyether trisiloxane is designed to significantly enhance crop protection and fertilization by improving spreading, wetting, and uptake capabilities, setting a new benchmark in agricultural solutions.

Enhanced Performance Through Superior Formulation

Permeate® SP 50 effectively reduces surface tension in aqueous solutions, optimizing the performance of various crop protection products. This advanced formulation offers a multitude of benefits:

• Increases the amount of active ingredients entering the plant, leading to improved efficacy.
• Provides rain fastness, allowing treatments to withstand rain after just one hour without requiring a second application.
• Ensures higher selectivity for crop species, reducing potential damage to non-target plants.
• Reduces spray volumes by up to 30%, contributing to more efficient and cost-effective applications.
• Compatible with a wide range of products, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, plant growth regulators, and micronutrients.
• Effective even under challenging conditions, such as hot and dry weather, mature and hardened weed species, or plants covered with dust.

Versatility and Compatibility

Permeate® SP 50’s versatility extends to its solubility in various solvents, including water, butanol, NMP, cyclohexanone, rapeseed methyl ester, sunflower oil, and Solvesso 150, making it ideal for tank mix applications and formulations.

Application Recommendations:

• Arable Crops:
• Systemic Pesticides: 200 ml/ha to enhance wetting, spreading, and uptake.
• Contact Pesticides: 125 ml/ha to improve wetting and spreading.
• Horticultural Crops and Orchards: 200–300 ml/ha, depending on the growth stage.

Permeate® SP 50 also excels in microbial compatibility, working seamlessly with microbial control agents such as Trichoderma spp., Beauveria bassiana, and Bacillus spp. It serves as an excellent carrier liquid for microbial formulations, providing superior shelf-life by managing water activity, a crucial factor for microbial stability.

Packaging, Storage, and Longevity

Permeate® SP 50 is available in 4 x 200 kg drums (full pallet) and 1,000 kg plastic containers, offering a stable shelf life of up to four years in sealed containers and resistance to freezing, ensuring long-term usability.

Innovative Benefits Highlighted by Bionema’s Leadership

Dr. Minshad Ansari, CEO and Founder of Bionema Group, emphasized the unique qualities of Permeate® SP 50: “Permeate® SP 50 guarantees rapid, even, and superior wetting of hydrophobic surfaces, including leaves and other plant parts. This unique formulation enhances solution uptake by penetrating cuticular waxes and entering stomatal pores, ensuring direct access to the plant’s intercellular structure. Additionally, silicone surfactants like Permeate® SP 50 can facilitate the passage of pesticides or biopesticides through the cuticle without causing any damage.”

Regulatory Compliance and Certifications

Permeate® SP 50 meets various regulatory standards, being listed in chemical inventories such as EINECS, TSCA, DSL, AICS, ECL, ENCS, IECSC (China), and PICCS. It is also exempt from tolerance per 40 CFR 180.910 when used as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations applied to growing crops or raw agricultural commodities after harvest. Additionally, it is listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI), confirming its suitability for organic farming practices.

Conclusion

With the introduction of Permeate® SP 50, Bionema Group continues to lead the way in developing innovative biocontrol solutions that address the evolving needs of modern agriculture. This cutting-edge product not only enhances the effectiveness of crop protection and fertilization but also supports sustainable and efficient farming practices, making it a valuable asset for growers worldwide.