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Sylgard 309: non-ionic surfactant

Author: OMAFRA Staff
Creation Date: 25 November 2002
Last Reviewed: 21 January 2008
Pub 75: Guide to Weed Control > Notes on Adjuvants > Sylgard 309: non-ionic surfactant
Excerpt from Chapter 5, Publication 75, Guide to Weed Control, Order this publication
Trade Names
Sylgard 309
Type of adjuvant Non-ionic surfactant (organosilicone)
Chemical composition Siloxylated polyether
Guaranteed Active 76%
Ontario Schedule 3
Winter Storage C
Registered Uses For use with Pursuit on soybeans for annual broadleaf and grass control; and glyphosate for quackgrass control and annual broadleaf weed control in summer fallow; and with Tordon 101 for faster burndown of coniferous species on right-of-ways.
Benefit Improves chemical effectiveness by increasing the amount and rate of uptake of water-soluble herbicides
Mixing Use 2.5 L/1000 L of spray solution for most applications; add this amount last to the spray tank after the herbicide has been thoroughly mixed. Apply the spray solution as soon as possible after mixing.
Unique Characteristics This organosilicone formulation has lowest surface tension of any adjuvant available.
Manufacturer / Registrant Norac Concepts Inc.

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