APSA-80® Spray Adjuvant
Help Every Spray Application Work More Effectively
Quick Answer
Water naturally beads up when it reaches waxy plant surfaces. That can lead to uneven coverage and prevent a spray solution from reaching all areas of the plant.
APSA-80® is a concentrated, nonionic spray adjuvant designed to help spray solutions spread more evenly across plant surfaces. Its wetting action can improve the coverage and performance of compatible herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.
Whether you manage agricultural crops, turf, a golf course, or a growing operation, APSA-80® can help you get better performance from each properly prepared tank mix.
What Is APSA-80®?
APSA-80® is an all-purpose spray adjuvant concentrate containing 80% active ingredients. It functions as a nonionic surfactant, spreader, activator, and wetting agent.
When added to a compatible spray solution, APSA-80® lowers the surface tension of the water. Instead of forming beads on the leaf, the solution spreads across a larger portion of the plant surface.
This improved wetting can help the accompanying agricultural product make more consistent contact with the target area.
APSA-80® is not a herbicide, insecticide, fungicide, fertilizer, or plant food. It is an adjuvant designed to support the application of compatible products.
How APSA-80® Works
1. Improves Wetting
APSA-80® reduces the tendency of water droplets to bead up on waxy plant surfaces.
2. Helps the Spray Solution Spread
The solution can spread across more of the leaf instead of remaining concentrated in individual droplets.
3. Promotes More Uniform Coverage
Better spreading helps create a more consistent spray deposit across the treated plant surface.
4. Supports Product Performance
Thorough wetting can help improve the performance of compatible post-emergent herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides when used according to their labels.
Benefits of APSA-80®
More Uniform Spray Coverage
APSA-80® helps spray droplets spread across plant surfaces, reducing beading and improving the uniformity of the spray deposit.
Concentrated Formula
The product contains 80% active ingredients, allowing it to be used at relatively low application rates.
Multi-Purpose Agricultural Use
Can be used with compatible herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides on growing crops, harvested crops, turf, and golf courses.
Helps Disperse Powders
APSA-80® can help disperse powdered products when preparing compatible tank mixes.
Supports Cleaner Spray Equipment
Its dispersing properties can help keep spray equipment clean and reduce the likelihood of clogged nozzles.
Noncorrosive to Equipment
APSA-80® is labeled as noncorrosive to spray equipment when used as directed.
Biodegradable Nonionic Surfactant
The formula is identified on the product label as a biodegradable, nonionic surfactant.
APSA-80® for Herbicide Applications
Many weeds have waxy leaf surfaces that cause water-based sprays to bead up or roll away. This can reduce the amount of spray solution that remains in contact with the target plant.
APSA-80® helps lower the surface tension of the tank mix so the solution spreads more evenly over the leaf. Its wetting action can help compatible post-emergent herbicides make more complete contact with the treated surface.
General Rate (Herbicides):
2.5–5 fluid ounces per acre, or 2.5–5 fluid ounces per 10–40 gallons of spray solution, depending on the herbicide use.
Always confirm that the herbicide label permits or requires a nonionic surfactant before adding APSA-80®.
APSA-80® for Insecticides and Fungicides
Complete coverage can be especially important when applying insecticides and fungicides. Untreated portions of a leaf may limit the effectiveness of the overall application.
APSA-80® helps the spray solution wet and spread across the plant surface, supporting a more uniform spray deposit.
General Rate (Insecticides/Fungicides):
2.5–5 fluid ounces per 100 gallons of spray solution.
Always follow the insecticide or fungicide manufacturer's directions. The pesticide label remains the primary source for mixing, application, safety, and crop-use requirements.
Agricultural and Turf Applications
APSA-80® may be useful for operations managing:
The best application program depends on the crop, target, pesticide, water volume, equipment, soil conditions, and local regulations.
Discuss Your OperationHow to Mix APSA-80®
The APSA-80® specimen label provides the following basic mixing sequence:
- 1Read every product label before mixing.
- 2Add water to the spray tank.
- 3Turn on the agitator or recirculation pump.
- 4Add the appropriate amount of APSA-80®.
- 5Allow APSA-80® to disperse thoroughly.
- 6Add the herbicide, insecticide, or fungicide according to its manufacturer's instructions.
- 7Maintain proper agitation during mixing and application.
A compatibility or jar test is recommended when combining products for the first time.
Why Conduct a Compatibility Test?
Tank-mix compatibility can be affected by water quality, temperature, product formulations, mixing order, and concentration.
A small compatibility test can help identify problems such as:
Wear the required personal protective equipment while preparing and evaluating any compatibility test. If the mixture appears incompatible, do not place it in the spray tank.
APSA-80® Coverage by Container Size
Actual coverage depends on the selected label rate.
| Container Size | At 5 oz. per acre | At 15 oz. per acre |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 gallons | Approximately 64 acres | Approximately 21.3 acres |
| 30 gallons | Approximately 768 acres | Approximately 256 acres |
The 15-ounce figures come from supplemental APSA-80® agricultural program materials. Confirm that the intended use and rate are permitted by the current product label and applicable state requirements before application.
See the Difference in Wetting and Spreading
A simple demonstration can show how a surfactant changes the behavior of water on a waxy surface.
Plain water tends to form rounded beads. Water containing the appropriate amount of APSA-80® spreads across more of the surface.
In the field, actual performance depends on the pesticide, crop, target plant, application rate, spray volume, weather, equipment, and other operating conditions. A demonstration illustrates wetting action but does not predict a specific crop or yield result.
Request an APSA-80® DemonstrationImportant Product Information
APSA-80® is:
- An all-purpose spray adjuvant concentrate
- A nonionic surfactant
- Formulated with 80% active ingredients
- A spreader and activator
- Biodegradable
- Noncorrosive to equipment
- Available in 2.5-gallon and 30-gallon containers
APSA-80® is not:
- A pesticide
- A fertilizer
- A plant food product
- Intended for aquatic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is APSA-80® a fertilizer?
No. APSA-80® is not a fertilizer or plant food. It is a spray adjuvant used to improve wetting, spreading, and spray coverage.
Is APSA-80® a pesticide?
No. APSA-80® does not replace an herbicide, insecticide, or fungicide. It is added to compatible spray solutions to support their application and performance.
What does "nonionic surfactant" mean?
A nonionic surfactant helps lower the surface tension of water without carrying an electrical charge. This allows the spray solution to spread more effectively across waxy plant surfaces.
Can APSA-80® be used with any herbicide?
Not automatically. Read the herbicide label first. Only use APSA-80® when the pesticide label allows or calls for an appropriate nonionic surfactant or spray adjuvant.
How much APSA-80® should I use with herbicides?
The APSA-80® specimen label lists 2.5–5 fluid ounces per acre or per 10–40 gallons of spray solution, depending on the herbicide use. Always follow the pesticide label and applicable regulations.
How much should I use with insecticides or fungicides?
The specimen label lists 2.5–5 fluid ounces per 100 gallons of spray solution.
Can APSA-80® be used on turf?
Yes. The specimen label identifies turf and golf courses as approved use areas. Follow the current label and confirm the appropriate application program for the intended treatment.
Will APSA-80® increase crop yield?
APSA-80® is designed to improve wetting, spreading, and coverage. Crop performance and yield depend on many factors, and results are not guaranteed.
Is APSA-80® safe for spray equipment?
The product is labeled as noncorrosive to equipment and can help disperse powders and reduce clogged nozzles. All equipment should still be cleaned according to the pesticide and equipment manufacturers' instructions.
Can APSA-80® be used in ponds or other bodies of water?
No. The specimen label states that APSA-80® is not for aquatic use.
Get APSA-80® Information for Your Operation
Every operation is different. Crop type, acreage, spray volume, irrigation practices, equipment, and target conditions all influence how an adjuvant should be used. Contact us to request product information, discuss container sizes, review application guidance, or arrange a demonstration.
Product Disclaimer
Always read and follow the current APSA-80® product label and the labels of all herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or other products used in the tank mix. Product availability, permitted uses, application rates, and regulations may vary by state. Conduct a compatibility test before combining products for the first time. Results depend on application practices and field conditions and are not guaranteed.
