Short Description:
ORCHEX is a clear to light amber mineral oil base used as a carrier for
chemical applications. It is a petroleum based diluent utilized for formulation
in ULV applications for end use products, such as Permanone
® 31-66 or
Scourge
® 18-54. ORCHEX is also commonly used on ornamental and food crops
as a dormant oil for over-wintering insects on crops.
Active Ingredient:
Mineral oil
Mode of Action:
Orchex is primarily used as an inert diluents oil/ carrier for creating a wide
range of mixture rations of active pesticide ingredients.
Where/When to use:
ORCHEX is to be used as a base diluent for ULV and barrier applications.
Select a ratio as specified by product label such as Permanone 31-66, Scourge 18-54,
or Zenivex
TM. Concentrate should be added to ORCHEX and thoroughly agitated
before application. Although product separation does happen if product is stored for
long periods of time, mild agitation is beneficial to restoring the mixture to a
suspended solution.
Formulations/Packaging:
Features/Benefits:
- ORCHEX is a refined mineral oil with minimal impurities and debris (floaters).
Manufacturer:
Exxon