Fatty acids, C8-18 and C18-unsatd., potassium salts

Production Methods

Usually manufactured for crop protection purposes by the hydrolysis of triglycerides, with the removal of glycerol

Mechanism of action

Contact action. acid insecticides, These soaps work by disrupting cell membranes in insects, causing cytolysis—where the cell contents leak out, leading to dehydration and death. They also dissolve the wax layer on the insect’s cuticle, increasing water loss and causing desiccation. Additionally, they can block breathing openings (trachea), leading to suffocation

Pesticide Type

Insecticide; Fungicide