Ingredients Glossary
Earth’s Ally Formulas
Earth’s Ally Ingredients Glossary
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Name
What It Does
CAS No.
Ingredient Classification
Active ingredient against microorganism
Found In: Disease Control
Minimum Risk, Safe Ingredient, FIFRA 25(b) Exempt
Active ingredient against microorganisms and mortality against insects
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray, Insect Control
Active ingredient for repellency and mortality against insects
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray, Insect Control
Active ingredient for repellency and mortality against insects
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray, Insect Control
Active ingredient for dehydrating plant cells
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer, Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
7647-14-5
Active ingredient against microorganisms, some
repellency and mortality against insects
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
INERT INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Name
What It Does
CAS No.
Ingredient Classification
Stabilizer, antioxidant
Found In: Insect Control
pH modifier
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
Solvent
Found In: Insect Control, Disease Control
Emulsifier
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray, Insect Control
Solvent, emollient
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
Surfactant
Found In: Disease Control
Natural fatty acid for blend and
stability of oils in formulation
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
Surfactant
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
Natural fatty acid for blend and
stability of oils in formulation
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
Natural fatty acid for blend and stability of oils in formulation
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
Preservative
Found In: Disease Control
Silica (amorphous fumed)
Anti-clumping agent
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
pH modifier
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
Stabilizer, humectant
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
50-70-4
Natural fatty acid for blend and stability of oils in formulation
Found In: 3-in-1 Plant Spray
Solvent
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer
Surfactant
Found In: Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate
Learn More About Inert Ingredients
What is the difference between active and inert ingredients?
What are the different categories of inert ingredients?
- Carriers: help transport the product to the target pest
- Emulsifiers: improve the stability of the product during storage
- Preservatives: extend the product shelf life
- Solvents: assist in dilution process
- Surfactants: aid in sticking or spreading the product on surfaces
Common (but potentially confusing) Pesticide Terms
- Natural: “Natural” does not mean safe. Natural pesticides are made by other organisms, usually for their own defense, or are derived from a natural source such as a mineral or plant. While most natural pesticides, like botanical oils and natural dusts, are safer for humans and the environment than synthetic pesticides, there are many things in nature (like venom, morphine, asbestos, arsenic, and formaldehyde for example) that are not safe to humans, domestic animals and pollinators.
- Organic: “Organic” does not mean safe. Organic is a term used to classify food products. Pesticides used in the production of food that meet organic standards are certified by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI). Formulas with the OMRI Listed® logo meet the USDA requirements for organic produce.
- Safe: “Safe” means safe. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates all pesticides and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) is a U.S. federal law that guides regulation to ensure the safety of users, consumers and the environment. There are 44 active ingredients and 298 inert ingredients on the FIFRA 25(b) lists that are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) and exempt from EPA registration. All Earth’s Ally products are thoughtfully formulated with ingredients from the FIFRA 25(b) lists and formulated to meet the criteria for minimum risk pesticides.