UPL and CAC Nantong Chemical ink agreement for commercialization of cyproflanilide insecticide
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UPL and CAC Nantong Chemical ink agreement for commercialization of cyproflanilide insecticide

Cyproflanilide is a novel insecticide invented by CAC Nantong, offering highly effective chewing pest control and pest resistance management across key crops

  • By ICN Bureau | November 13, 2024

UPL Corporation Ltd. (UPL Corp), a global provider of holistic and sustainable agricultural solutions, and CAC Nantong Chemical Co. Ltd. (CAC Nantong), a leading agrochemical company in China, jointly announce a new strategic partnership to develop, register, and commercialize cyproflanilide products within their respective markets.

Cyproflanilide is a new, proprietary insecticide specifically designed to combat pest resistance. It is effective across a wide range of chewing pests in multiple crops, including but not limited to rice, corn, cotton, soybeans, fruits, and vegetables.

Cyproflanilide offers high efficacy at low use rates against a broad pest spectrum, including lepidoptera pests resistant to the most established active ingredients, through both contact and ingestion.  The compound is exceptionally versatile, making it suitable for applications in foliar and soil as well as the public health sector.

Christina Coen, CMO of UPL Corp, said: “We are excited to enter this long-term agreement with CAC Nantong to introduce this revolutionary insecticide to more growers in new markets. This initiative aligns with our value-added portfolio strategy by introducing a proprietary active ingredient with a differentiated mode of action and underscores our commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and setting new standards in pest management. By adding cyproflanilide to our global portfolio, we strengthen our ability to offer farmers differentiated solutions to effectively and safely manage pests, boost crop yields, and enhance food security outcomes worldwide."

Norman Wu, Global Marketing Head, Crop Protection Business Unit of CAC Nantong, said, “We are delighted to have reached such an important collaboration milestone with UPL Corp. This collaboration further solidifies CAC Nantong’s dedication to continuous development in science and technology and demonstrates our long-term commitment in product innovation. Through this collaboration, CAC Nantong will be able to accelerate application of cyproflanilide globally. This advanced technology will allow growers to better protect their crops and achieve high yield, contributing to global food security.”

Cyproflanilide is expected to be classified as a meta-diamide in IRAC’s Group 30 list of compounds. The registration process for cyproflanilide is underway with approval expected in China in the near future. UPL Corp and CAC Nantong expect the first wave of registrations in various countries over the next 3 years.

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