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).
A pesticide is designated by its common name, chemical name or commercial name. 1  The common name refers to the active ingredient. 2  The chemical name designates the active ingredient chemical structure name. 3  The commercial name is the name given by the manufacturer.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.