Controlled-release formulations of cyromazine-lignin matrix coated with ethylcellulose |
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Authors: | M Fernández-Pérez M Villafranca-Sánchez F Flores-Céspedes |
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Institution: | Department of Inorganic Chemistry , University of Almería , Almería, Spain |
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Abstract: | An encapsulation system was developed and designed to give long-lasting effectiveness of the insect growth regulator cyromazine. Cyromazine was incorporated in lignin-poly (ethylene glycol) (PE) controlled-release formulations by means of a melting process. The basic formulation lignin (65%)–PE (20%)–cyromazine (15%)] was coated in a Wurster-type fluidized-bed equipment using two different amounts of ethylcellulose. That of the highest one was modified by the addition of a plasticizer, dibutyl sebacate (DBS). The effect on cyromazine release rate caused by the incorporation of ethylcellulose and DBS in lignin-PE formulation was studied by immersion of the granules in water under static conditions. Using an empirical equation, the time taken for 50% of the active ingredient to be released into water (T50) was calculated. From the analysis of the T50 values, the influence of ethylcellulose appears clearly defined, observing a delay in release rate of cyromazine with respect to the basic lignin-PE formulation. In addition, the granules coated with ethylcellulose and the plasticizer lead the slowest release rate into water. The release of cyromazine into water is controlled by a diffusion mechanism. The thickness and permeability of the coating film are the most important factors that affect cyromazine release. |
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Keywords: | Cyromazine lignin ethylcellulose poly (ethylene glycol) controlled release |
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