Registration of Elestal, by Syngenta, in Brazil published

The Ministry of Agriculture published in today's Official Gazette (30/08/2022) the registration of the Elestal 300 SC product, from Syngenta. It is an insecticide with an active ingredient Spiropidion (Spiropidion). The analysis extended since 2018.

When contacted, Syngenta has not yet announced when sales of the product will begin.

Cultivar Magazine reported the global launch of spiropidion on 24/11/2020.

This is a product described by Syngenta researchers as a new member of the tetramic acid family. It incorporates a methoxy-piperidine spiro ring as its main chemical innovation and discovery highlight. Spiropidion acts as an inhibitor of acetyl-CoA carboxylase, disturbing the biosynthesis of fatty acids.

Furthermore, "the weak acidic character of the cyclic-1,3-dione unit, water solubility, and lipophilicity drive long-distance translocation in crop plants, which occurs in both phloem sieve elements and xylem vessels of the plant's vascular system. Uniquely, this bidirectional systematics of the active ingredient allows its distribution to new growth in the shoots and roots after foliar application."

The scientists continue, "Spiropidion has a favorable toxicological and environmental profile, and due to good safety for pollinators and other non-target organisms, it is perfectly suited for IPM practices. This new insecticide provides excellent control of aphids, whiteflies, psyllids, scales and mites on vegetables and specialty crops.”

At first, the product received authorization for use in Brazil on cotton, beans, soybeans and tomatoes.

See some data from Elestal (Spiropidion)

Registration holder: Syngenta Crop Protection Ltda. - São Paulo/SP.

Chemical name: 3-(4-chloro-2,6-dimethylphenyl)-8-methoxy-1-methyl-2-oxo-1,8 diazaspiro[4.5] dec-3-en-4-yl ethyl carbonate.

Common name: Spiropidion (Spiropidion).

Toxicological classification: Category 4 - Low Toxic Product.

Classification regarding the potential for environmental hazards: Class III - Product Dangerous to the Environment.

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