For instance, the term âFRPâ (for Fiber Reinforced Plastic) usually indicates a thermosetting polyester matrix containing glass fibers1, and this particular composite has the lion's share of today's commercial market.
Pesticides are chemicals used to eliminate or control a variety of agricultural pests that can damage crops and livestock and reduce farm productivity. The most commonly applied pesticides are insecticides (to kill insects), herbicides (to kill weeds), rodenticides (to kill rodents), and fungicides (to control fungi, mold, and mildew).
Definition and composition of a pesticide. Usually, a pesticide is a product designed to destroy organisms deemed to be undesirable or noxious. End-use products contain one or several active ingredients and formulants.Active ingredient: component of a product to which is linked the pesticide s effect.The common name of the active ingredient appears on the label product under the heading guarantee. Formulant: any component of a pesticide that is added intentionally and that is not an active ingredient.It improves the physical characteristics of a pesticide (e.g., sprayability, solubility, spreadability or stability). Contrary to active ingredients, formulants are not mentioned on the product label.ormulant: any component of a pesticide that is added intentionally and that is not an active ingredient. It improves the physical characteristics of a pesticide (e.g., sprayability, solubility, spreadability or stability). Contrary to active ingredients, formulants are not mentioned on the product label.