Pelargonic acid is a monocarboxylic acid that occurs as a clear, colorless liquid with varying degrees of purity.
Pelargonic acid, thanks to its favorable eco-toxicological profile, is used in the formulations of new natural herbicides, replacing existing synthetic ones.
Description
The non-persistence and the complete biodegradability of natural herbicides based on pelargonic acid leads to a minimal environmental impact.
They do not interfere with biodiversity, they have no residual effects and they can be used to clean the soil even immediately before sowing or transplanting.
Peroxycarboxylic acids are known for their antimicrobial activity (sanitizing, disinfecting and sterilizing) and as bleaching agents.
Pelargonic acid is used for industrial cleaning, in water treatments and in the control of microbial activity in public spaces.
Some pelargonic acid esters are used as intermediates in the synthesis of bio-lubricants and emollients for the cosmetic sector.