Southern Ag Herbi-Oil 83-17 Spray Adjuvant – Oil-Based Herbicide Adjuvant
Southern Ag Herbi-Oil 83-17 Spray Adjuvant is an oil-based adjuvant formulated to increase the effectiveness of certain post-emergent herbicides. It combines 83% paraffin-based petroleum hydrocarbons with 17% oil-soluble surfactants to help improve wetting, penetration and overall herbicide performance when an oil-based spray adjuvant is recommended by the herbicide label.
Herbi-Oil 83-17 is designed for use with labeled herbicides and can be particularly useful in foliar spray applications where improved herbicide coverage and penetration are desired. Southern Ag specifically lists use with herbicides such as Atrazine, Basagran, Amine 2,4-D, Fusilade, Poast and Trimec, provided the corresponding herbicide label permits the use of an oil-based adjuvant.
Key Features
- Oil-based herbicide spray adjuvant
- 83% paraffin-based petroleum oils
- 17% oil-soluble surfactant blend
- Helps improve wetting and herbicide penetration
- Designed for use with certain post-emergent herbicides
- Can increase the effectiveness of compatible herbicide applications
- Suitable for foliar spray applications
- Useful for spot and small-area treatments
- Compatible with certain labeled herbicides including Atrazine, Basagran, Amine 2,4-D, Fusilade, Poast and Trimec
- Southern Ag professional formulation
What Is Herbi-Oil 83-17?
Herbi-Oil 83-17 is a spray adjuvant, meaning it is added to certain pesticide spray mixtures to modify spray performance. It is not a standalone herbicide and does not provide weed control by itself.
The oil component helps provide an oil-based spray medium, while the surfactant blend assists with wetting and coverage of plant surfaces.
When the herbicide label recommends an oil-based spray adjuvant, Herbi-Oil 83-17 can help improve the performance of the overall spray application.
Active / Principal Functioning Ingredients
Paraffin Base Petroleum Hydrocarbons – 83%
Oil-Soluble Surfactant Blend – 17%
The product's published label identifies these as the principal functioning agents.
Compatible Herbicide Uses
The Herbi-Oil 83-17 label specifically identifies use with:
- Atrazine
- Basagran
- Amine 2,4-D
- Fusilade
- Poast
- Trimec
Use only when the applicable herbicide label recommends or permits an oil-based spray adjuvant.
Southern Ag's commercial product guide also identifies Herbi-Oil 83-17 for use with post-emergent herbicides and specifically mentions Atrazine 4L Herbicide.
Benefits of Herbi-Oil 83-17
Improves Herbicide Coverage
The oil-based formulation helps promote more uniform wetting of plant surfaces when used with compatible herbicides.
Supports Herbicide Penetration
Herbi-Oil 83-17 is designed to help increase herbicide penetration and effectiveness when an oil-based adjuvant is called for.
Oil-Based Formulation
The formulation combines paraffin-based petroleum hydrocarbons with an oil-soluble surfactant blend.
Useful for Post-Emergent Applications
Southern Ag recommends Herbi-Oil 83-17 for use with post-emergent herbicides according to the applicable herbicide label.
Application Rate
For spot or small-area treatments, the product label suggests a 1% solution when consistent with the herbicide label.
1 Gallon Spray Solution
Add 4 teaspoons of Herbi-Oil 83-17.
3 Gallon Spray Solution
Add 2 ounces (4 tablespoons).
25 Gallon Spray Solution
Add 16 ounces (1 pint).
The label also provides the equivalent 1% solution guidance for other spray volumes. Always follow the herbicide label for the required adjuvant type and rate because the herbicide label takes precedence when it specifies a different rate.
Application
Herbi-Oil 83-17 is applied as a foliar spray with compatible herbicides according to their respective labels.
It is intended for use when the herbicide being applied calls for or permits an oil-based spray adjuvant.
Important Compatibility & Safety Information
Herbi-Oil 83-17 may enhance skin absorption of pesticides used with it. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow all requirements on the pesticide label.
The product label states not to use Herbi-Oil 83-17 with:
- Strong oxidizing agents
- Strong reducing agents
- Chlorate herbicides
- Ammonium nitrate
- Fertilizers containing ammonium nitrate
- Potassium nitrate
- Sodium nitrate
Before making selective herbicide applications, test a small area for potential phytotoxicity unless prior experience has established safety under similar conditions.
Use caution during periods of high temperature or high humidity, or when desirable plants are under moisture or other environmental stress.
Always read and follow the complete product label and the label of the herbicide with which it is being used.
