Crop Protection & Seed Treatment

Grow Smarter with Evonik’s Adjuvants and Additives for Crop Protection and Seed Treatment

Feeding a growing world population sustainably is one of the greatest challenges of our time. From seed to harvest, every stage of crop production demands precision, performance, and environmental responsibility. Evonik empowers the crop protection industry with advanced formulation technologies that enhance the effectiveness, safety, and sustainability of pesticides and seed treatment products.

Why Choose Evonik for Crop Protection and Seed Treatment?

  • Proven Performance: Trusted brands like BREAK-THRU®, PERACLEAN®, TEGO®, VISIOMER®, and VESTASOL® deliver consistent results across a wide range of agrochemical formulations.

  • Sustainability: Our solutions support reduced environmental impact, improved biodegradability, and optimized application efficiency.

  • Tailored Innovation: From conventional and biocompatible formulants to seed treatment additives, our portfolio adapts to your formulation and regulatory needs.

Key Solutions by Application Area

Crop Protection Formulations

Maximize handling and performance of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides and minimize crop losses with Evonik’s multifunctional additives:

  • BREAK-THRU® – High-performance surfactants, spreaders, penetrants, dispersants and antifoams for superior formulations, improved spray coverage and rainfastness. For conventional and biological tank mix and in-can applications. 

  • VESTASOL® – Solvents that enable fine distribution of active ingredients for enhanced efficacy.

  • VISIOMER® – Specialty Methacrylates for polymeric surfactants that improve active ingredient dispersibility, surface interaction, and formulation stability.

  • SURFYNOL®, TOMADOL®, TOMAMINE® – Functional surfactants and emulsifiers for tank-mix and in-can stability.

Seed Treatment

Protect and enhance seed performance with tailored carriers and flow aids:

  • BREAK-THRU® - Dispersants, wetting agents and microplastic-free binder for FS formulations.

  • SIPERNAT®, ZEOFREE® – Precipitated silica solutions for anti-caking, free-flow, and controlled release in seed coatings.

  • AEROSIL® – Fumed silica for rheology control and improved adhesion of seed treatment layers.

  • CARPLEX® – Additives that improve seed coating uniformity and mechanical strength.Form

Water Management & Biocompatible Formulants

Ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable application with advanced formulation aids:

  • DRIVOSOL®, ELUCARE® – Propellants and solvents for aerosol-based and low-VOC formulations.

  • Oxooil, Tetrabutane, Tetrabutene – Specialty solvents and carriers for optimized delivery of active ingredients.

  • PERACLEAN® – Peracetic acid keeps irrigation systems free from slime and algae buildup, both in open fields and greenhouse systems. PERACLEAN® is also used for pulse cleaning of drip lines, as well as for disinfecting tools, workstations, and containers. After use, it breaks down into only biodegradable substances.

Your Evonik Advantage

  • Formulation Flexibility: Our broad portfolio supports various formulation types including but not limited to SLs, ECs, SCs, WDGs, and more.

  • Sustainable Innovation: Bio-based and low-toxicity options help meet environmental goals.

  • Global Expertise: Our formulation scientists and regulatory experts support your product development from concept to commercialization.

Ready to Cultivate the Future of Agriculture?

Discover how Evonik’s Crop Protection and Seed Treatment solutions can help you boost yields, reduce losses, and grow food more sustainably.

Explore our solutions or contact us today to start your journey toward smarter crop protection.

VISIOMER®

PERACLEAN®

VESTASOL®

SIPERNAT®

AEROSIL®