Wholesale Cyprodinil Agrochemical Manufacturer & Technical Supplier

Industrial-Grade Synthetic Expertise, High-Yield Formulation Engineering (WDG/SC/EC), and Global Regulatory Dossier Support for Advanced Crop Protection Solution Providers.

FAO / WHO Standard FRAC Group 9 Fungicide GLP Dossier Available

Comprehensive Technical Whitepaper: Cyprodinil Chemistry & Formulation Engineering

An in-depth industrial breakdown of Cyprodinil (CAS No. 121552-61-2), its biochemical mode of action, multi-pathway disease eradication capability, and advanced formulation physics.

1. Chemical Profile & Molecular Mode of Action

Cyprodinil (4-cyclopropyl-6-methyl-N-phenylpyrimidin-2-amine) is a broad-spectrum, systemic fungicide belonging to the anilino-pyrimidine (AP) chemical class. Classified under FRAC Group 9, Cyprodinil operates through a distinct biochemical pathway by inhibiting the biosynthesis of methionine—an essential amino acid required for fungal protein synthesis and cellular elongation.

Unlike triazole fungicides that target ergosterol synthesis (FRAC 3) or strobilurins that disrupt mitochondrial respiration (FRAC 11), Cyprodinil disrupts the secretion of hydrolytic fungal enzymes (such as cell wall-degrading pectinases, cellulases, and laccases) required for host tissue penetration. This dual action prevents initial germ tube elongation and appressoria formation, making it exceptionally effective as both a protective barriered application and an early-stage curative treatment against phytopathogenic ascomycetes and deuteromycetes.

Biochemical Target: Methionine Biosynthesis Inhibition (cstr gene alteration pathway)
FRAC Code: Group 9 (Anilino-pyrimidines)
Translocation: Acropetal systemic movement via xylem, translaminar distribution across leaf mesophyll
Key Target Pathogens: Botrytis cinerea, Venturia inaequalis, Monilinia spp., Pseudocercosporella herpotrichoides, Erysiphe necator.

2. Formulation Physics: Maximizing Biological Efficacy

As a specialized wholesale Cyprodinil agrochemical manufacturer, our research laboratory focuses on overcoming physical stability barriers inherent in pure Cyprodinil technical material (TC purity ≥ 98%). Cyprodinil possesses a melting point of 75.9°C and low water solubility (13 mg/L at pH 7, 25°C), requiring precise surfactant pairing and particle size control during industrial formulation.

Formulation Type Active Concentration Key Surfactants & Co-formulants Physical Technical Specifications
Cyprodinil 75% WDG 750 g/kg Sodium lignosulfonate, Alkylnaphthalene sulfonate condensate Dispersibility > 90%, Wetting time < 30s, Particle D90 < 5μm, Suspension rate > 85%
Cyprodinil 50% WDG 500 g/kg Polycarboxylate dispersants, Modified silicon antifoam Dust-free micro-granules, zero crystallization at 54°C thermal storage test (14 days)
Cyprodinil + Fludioxonil WDG 37.5% + 25% Dual-action stabilizer matrix, Naphthalene sulfonate blend Synergistic Botrytis control, high rainfastness within 2 hours of field application
Cyprodinil 300g/L SC 300 g/L Tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate, Propylene glycol Viscosity 400-800 mPa·s, particle size D50 < 1.8μm, zero phase separation
≥ 98%
Technical Purity (TC)
< 5μm
WDG Micronization D90
50+
Global Export Markets
100%
FAO/WHO Compliance

China Manufacturing Integration & Supply Chain Superiority

Why international distributors and multinational agrochemical brands partner with our Shijiazhuang manufacturing ecosystem for bulk Cyprodinil synthesis.

Upstream Precursor Integration

Our strategic manufacturing location in Hebei provides direct pipeline integration with key intermediate producers for 2-amino-4-methyl-6-cyclopropylpyrimidine. This backward-integrated supply chain eliminates raw material bottlenecks, guaranteeing constant batch production even during peak agricultural seasons.

Advanced Synthesis & Fluidized Bed Technology

Utilizing fully automated continuous flow synthesis reactors and modern fluid-bed granulation equipment, our plant achieves superior batch-to-batch uniformity. High-shear wet granulation ensures that Cyprodinil WDG products maintain structural integrity without dusting while retaining instantaneous dissolution capability.

Environmental & EHS Compliance (ZLD Systems)

Equipped with Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) wastewater purification, high-temperature thermal oxidizers (TO) for VOC containment, and ISO 14001 certification, our production runs continuously without risk of regulatory shutdown, protecting your long-term supply chain security.

Global Field Application Scenarios & Agronomic IPM Frameworks

Tailored application protocols engineered to deliver high efficacy across diverse climatic zones and crop disease pressures.

Viticulture (Grape Botrytis)

Target: Botrytis cinerea (Gray Mold).
Dosage: 500-750 g/ha (75% WDG).
Timing: Pre-coopering, veraison, and 21 days prior to harvest. Offers rapid rainfastness and preserves berry berry-skin integrity without affecting fermentation yeasts.

Pome Fruit (Apple Scab)

Target: Venturia inaequalis.
Dosage: 300-400 g/ha.
Timing: Green tip to pink bud stage. Cyprodinil provides exceptional low-temperature activity (active at 5°C-10°C), outperforming triazoles in cold early spring windows.

Stone Fruit (Brown Rot)

Target: Monilinia fructicola / laxa.
Dosage: 450-600 g/ha.
Timing: Blossom blight application during early bloom followed by pre-harvest protection. Prevents latent storage rot during cold-chain shipping.

Cereals & Seed Treatment

Target: Pseudocercosporella herpotrichoides (Eyespot), Pyrenophora teres.
Dosage: Formulated as seed dressing SC.
Benefit: Controls seed-borne pathogens and shields early tiller development against soil-borne inoculum.

Global Enterprise Procurement & Dossier Registration Services

End-to-end commercial manufacturing solutions tailored for agrochemical importers, formulators, and brand distributors globally.

GLP Toxicology & Registration Support

We provide comprehensive GLP-accredited data packages, including 5-batch chemical analysis, acute toxicology studies (oral, dermal, inhalation, skin/eye irritation), mutagenicity screening, and environmental fate profiles (ecotox on bees, aquatic organisms, algae) required for ministry registration (ICAMA, EU REACH, EPA, SENASA, MAPA).

Flexible Packaging & UN-Certified HazMat Handling

Custom packaging capabilities tailored to distribution channels: bulk packaging in 25kg aluminum foil bags, fiber drums, 500kg super sacks, or retail-ready water-soluble bags (PVA), 100g-1kg customized printed pouches, and rigid HDPE bottles for liquid formulations with full UN HazMat safety compliance.

Quality Assurance (FAO & CIPAC Methodology)

Every shipment undergoes rigorous quality verification utilizing High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for active assay content, CIPAC MT 177 for wet sieving, CIPAC MT 184 for dispersibility, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture control. Batch Samples are archived for 2 years post-shipment.

About Awiner Biotech: Industry Leadership & Global Reach

Founded in 2006 in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China—delivering world-class crop protection solutions to over 50 countries worldwide.

Awiner Biotech has evolved into a leading specialized synthetic manufacturer and exporter of crop protection products. Situated close to Beijing, our logistical advantage connects our state-of-the-art production base directly with major shipping ports (Tianjin and Qingdao), ensuring rapid export response times. We specialize in research, formulation development, and international marketing of high-tier pesticides, selective herbicides, advanced fungicides, plant growth regulators (PGRs), and public health vector control chemicals.

Global Market Presence

Up to now, we have won trusted customers across key agricultural markets: Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Libya, Syria, Turkey, Yemen, Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Chile, Bolivia, Mexico, Brazil, Paraguay, Nigeria, Djibouti, Rwanda, Somalia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Nepal, Myanmar, and beyond.

International Trade Exhibitions

Our commercial and technical engineering teams actively participate in premier global agrochemical exhibitions worldwide, including events in Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, Nigeria, Russia, Cambodia, Malaysia, Uzbekistan, and CAC China.

On-Site Field Technical Audits

We conduct in-person market inspections across client territories to analyze specific localized disease pressures, troubleshoot tank-mix compatibilities, evaluate spray equipment performance, and host technical seminars for regional distributors.

Frequently Asked Technical & Commercial Questions (FAQ)

Expert answers regarding Cyprodinil chemistry, anti-resistance strategies, tank-mix compatibility, and procurement logistics.

Q1: How does Cyprodinil differ from DMI (Triazole) and QoI (Strobilurin) fungicides?
Cyprodinil belongs to the AP (anilino-pyrimidine) class (FRAC 9) and targets methionine biosynthesis. Triazoles (FRAC 3) inhibit C14-demethylase in sterol biosynthesis, while Strobilurins (FRAC 11) block complex III electron transport in mitochondria. Because Cyprodinil operates on a completely distinct metabolic pathway, there is zero cross-resistance between Cyprodinil and triazoles or strobilurins, making it an essential rotation partner for resistance management.
Q2: What is the optimal low-temperature spray window for Cyprodinil in pome fruit treatment?
Unlike triazoles which require ambient temperatures above 12°C to achieve effective vascular systemic movement, Cyprodinil retains strong translaminar and systemic absorption at temperatures as low as 5°C to 10°C. This makes Cyprodinil 75% WDG the premier choice for early spring apple scab (Venturia inaequalis) interventions during green tip and mouse-ear growth stages.
Q3: Why is Cyprodinil frequently co-formulated or tank-mixed with Fludioxonil?
Cyprodinil (FRAC 9, systemic, methionine inhibitor) and Fludioxonil (FRAC 12, contact, osmotic signal transduction inhibitor) possess complementary physical and biological profiles. Co-formulating them creates a dual-stage barrier: Fludioxonil remains on the plant surface to prevent spore germination, while Cyprodinil penetrates leaf tissue to eradicate established mycelium, delivering industry-standard control against Botrytis cinerea.
Q4: What precautions should be taken to prevent active ingredient crystallization in WDG formulations?
Crystallization during storage occurs when lower-grade active materials contain organic impurities that act as seed crystals. Our manufacturing process utilizes technical material purified to ≥ 98% purity combined with specialized polycarboxylate dispersants and sodium lignosulfonate binders. This prevents Ostwald ripening and crystal growth, ensuring 100% dispersibility even after long-term tropical storage testing (14 days at 54°C).
Q5: What are the typical Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) and Pre-Harvest Intervals (PHI) for Cyprodinil in wine grapes?
PHI values vary by market regulations: typically 21 days for wine grapes in the EU and South America, and 7 to 14 days in North America for table grapes. Cyprodinil degrades rapidly in plant tissues via cleavage of the pyrimidine ring, maintaining compliance with global MRL thresholds (e.g., 3.0 mg/kg in EU grapes) when applied strictly according to recommended dose rates.
Q6: Can Cyprodinil WDG be tank-mixed with foliar fertilizers or mineral oils?
Cyprodinil is physically compatible with most neutral or slightly acidic insecticides and fungicides. However, tank-mixing with heavy crop oils or highly alkaline fertilizers (pH > 8.5) should be avoided as alkaline hydrolysis can degrade the active pyrimidine structure. A jar test for physical compatibility is always recommended prior to broad field application.
Q7: What Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) and lead times do you offer for custom contract manufacturing?
For Technical Material (Cyprodinil 98% TC), the standard MOQ is 500 kg. For formulated products (WDG, SC, EC), our baseline MOQ is 1,000 kg or 1,000 L. Standard production lead time is 15–20 days post-order confirmation, inclusive of quality control verification and export packaging customization.
Q8: What documentation is provided for customs clearance and hazardous chemical transportation?
Every shipment includes a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS Revision 8, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin (Form E, CO, etc.), and UN-approved Dangerous Goods Packaging Certification (Class 9 HazMat for aquatic environmental toxicity).