herbicide
Nicosulfuron 4% OD — Selective Post-Emergence Herbicide for Corn
Selective post-emergence herbicide in oil dispersion formulation. Nicosulfuron 4% for control of annual and perennial grass weeds and broadleaf weeds in corn.
Nicosulfuron 4% OD: selective post-emergence oil dispersion herbicide for corn. Superior grass weed control with reduced drift and enhanced rain-fastness.
| Active Ingredient | Nicosulfuron 4% |
|---|---|
| Formulation Type | Oil Dispersion (OD) |
| Mode of Action | ALS inhibitor — acetolactate synthase (Group 2) |
| Application Rate | 0.6–1.2 L/ha depending on weed species and growth stage |
| Target Weeds | Annual and perennial grass weeds + broadleaf weeds in corn |
| Packaging | 1 L bottle / 5 L jerry can (customizable) |
| Shelf Life | 2 years at ambient temperature |
| Registration Support | ICAMA cert, FAO/WHO spec compliance, five-batch analysis |
| Factory specification test | HPLC purity · GC residue · stability test · Out-of-spec purity or residue (auto-reject) |
| Minimum order (MOQ) | MOQ 20+ tons per approved formulation, subject to raw material and packaging requirements for standard production; pilot batches from 5 tons (custom formulation or new packaging) |
| Production lead time | 25–35 days after confirmed PO; samples in 7–14 days |
| Certifications | ISO 9001 · ISO 14001 · GMP · FAO/WHO · REACH |
Minimum order
20+ tons per approved formulation, subject to raw material and packaging requirements standard volume · 5 tons (custom formulation or new packaging) pilot · 20+ tons (new formulation requires dedicated registration; registration adds 60–90 days) custom mould
Timeline
Samples in 7–14 days · production in 25–35 days after PO and deposit
Quality control
100-point batch analysis · HPLC purity · GC residue · stability test specification test
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Start an Agrochemical OEM ProjectPost-Emergence Grass Control in Corn
Nicosulfuron 4% OD is the benchmark post-emergence herbicide for grass weed control in corn. Its ALS-inhibiting mode of action halts cell division in growing points of susceptible grasses, causing growth cessation within 24–48 hours and visible chlorosis and necrosis within 7–14 days. Nicosulfuron controls the grass weeds that escape pre-emergence programs — shattercane, foxtails, barnyardgrass, and johnsongrass — while simultaneously suppressing key broadleaf species such as pigweed and velvetleaf.
OD Formulation Benefits
The oil dispersion formulation delivers distinct agronomic and application advantages:
- Reduced drift — larger, oil-based droplets minimize off-target movement compared to water-based formulations
- Rain-fastness — spray deposit adheres to leaf surfaces within 1 hour; efficacy is retained after rainfall events
- Enhanced uptake — oil carrier improves penetration through the waxy cuticle of grass weeds, accelerating translocation to meristems
- Crop safety — corn metabolizes nicosulfuron rapidly through cytochrome P450 pathways, providing excellent selectivity across hybrid types
Application Window
- Optimal timing — apply when grass weeds are 3–5 leaf stage and corn is between the 3- and 8-leaf stage
- Early post-emergence — effective on small, actively growing weeds; larger weeds may require the upper end of the rate range
- Sequential programs — can follow pre-emergence atrazine or acetochlor programs to clean up grass weed escapes
- Tank-mix flexibility — compatible with bromoxynil, dicamba, and other broadleaf herbicides for one-pass weed control
Who It Is For
- Corn herbicide portfolio managers seeking a premium post-emergence grass control product to complement pre-emergence programs
- Brand owners targeting intensive corn production regions where grass weed pressure demands reliable post-emergence solutions
- Importers and registration holders requiring ICAMA-certified nicosulfuron with full dossier support
- Agronomic service providers offering post-emergence spray programs for corn growers
Quick Product Facts
| Category | herbicide |
|---|---|
| SKU | AGRO-NIC4OD |
| Active Ingredient | Nicosulfuron 4% |
| Formulation Type | Oil Dispersion (OD) |
| Mode of Action | ALS inhibitor — acetolactate synthase (Group 2) |
| Minimum order (MOQ) | MOQ 20+ tons per approved formulation, subject to raw material and packaging requirements for standard production; pilot batches from 5 tons (custom formulation or new packaging) |
| Certifications | ISO 9001 · ISO 14001 · GMP · FAO/WHO · REACH |
Available Formulations
This active ingredient is available in multiple formulation types for your target market:
Application & Target Crops
Target Crops
Corn, maize
Application Uses
Post-emergence grass and broadleaf weed control
Manufacturing Capability
Production Lines
6 lines — SC, EC, WP, WDG, SL, ME, CS, FS
Annual Capacity
50,000+ t
QC Gates
7-stage quality gates, 100% batch analysis
Packaging Options
Available packaging formats — all customizable with your brand and labeling:
Export & Documentation
Export-ready with documentation and registration support for:
Customization Options
This platform is manufactured to order for your brand. Customize any point of the specification:
Formulation type and concentration
SC, EC, WP, WDG, SL, ME, CS, FS formulations tuned to your target crop and market.
Materials and construction
Active ingredients, co-formulants, adjuvants to fit your performance and price point.
Formulation and label requirements
Define active ingredients, concentration, co-formulants, packaging and market-specific label requirements.
Logo and branding
Digital or screen-printed logo application, with a visual proof before production.
Labeling and packaging
Custom label designs, regulatory-compliant packaging and branding on every batch.
Application equipment and accessories
Sprayer configurations, measuring tools and accessories matched to your product package.
Packaging and display
Commercial packaging, export-ready packaging and point-of-sale displays under your brand.
OEM Applications
Businesses around the world manufacture this formulation with Agrospear:
Crop protection brands
Launch your own line with tiered minimums from 1–4 t sample batches.
Distributors and resellers
Volume catalogs with export-ready packaging and export management.
Agricultural cooperatives and distributors
Seasonal replenishment programs with stable specs run after run.
Government procurement agencies
High-specification formulations with standardized quality and compliance documentation.
Regional distributors and importers
Branded formulations for regional programs, tender compliance and corporate supply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I private-label nicosulfuron under my own brand?+
Yes — Agrospear offers full OEM/ODM services for nicosulfuron 4% OD. We customize formulation, packaging, and labeling to your brand and market specifications.
Why choose OD formulation over WG or SC for nicosulfuron?+
The OD formulation provides superior leaf adherence, reduced spray drift, enhanced rain-fastness within 1 hour, and improved uptake through the waxy cuticle of grass weeds — all critical for post-emergence grass control in corn.
What is the minimum order quantity?+
Pilot batch orders start from 5 tons. Standard production runs are 20+ tons with volume-tiered pricing and priority scheduling.
Do you provide registration documentation?+
Yes — we supply ICAMA certificates, FAO/WHO specification compliance dossiers, five-batch analysis reports, and residue trial data to support your registration.
What is the minimum order to customize a formulation?+
MOQ is 20+ tons per approved formulation, subject to raw material and packaging requirements tons for standard volume production, with pilot runs from 5 tons (custom formulation or new packaging) and 20+ tons (new formulation requires dedicated registration; registration adds 60–90 days) for custom packaging tooling.
How long do samples and production take?+
Samples are ready in 7–14 days; batch production completes in 25–35 days after confirmed PO and deposit.
Can I change colors, artwork and the logo?+
Yes — label design, color coding, logo placement, packaging and accessories are all customizable on every formulation platform. Share your logo and we produce a visual proof before production.
How is quality controlled before shipment?+
Every batch passes a 100-point production checklist and a HPLC purity · GC residue · stability test specification test before packing; batches exceeding specification limits are auto-rejected.
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