Active Ingredients of Cedroz

Active ingredients of Cedroz™ post-planting bionematicide

Cedroz is a nature-identical, terpene-based soil care solution developed to help growers combat nematodes.

What are terpenes?

Widespread in nature, terpenes are primary constituents in the essential oils of many plants and flowers, giving them their characteristic aroma or odor. A naturally occurring hydrocarbon, terpenes represent the largest class of secondary metabolites.

What do terpenes do?

Aside from adding to the aroma and taste of certain plants, terpenes regulate their interactions with the environment and are produced as a natural defense against parasites, predators, abiotic stresses and mechanical injuries. They also help plants attract pollinators. Thousands of terpenes exist in nature. Common fruit, vegetables, spices and herbs that contain natural terpenes include cinnamon, blueberries, tea, thyme, grapes and carrots.

How are terpenes classified?

Terpenes, also called isoprenoids, are characterized by the presence of a basic structure made of isoprene molecules, each containing five carbon atoms (C₅H₈ 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene).

Table 1. Terpenes categorized by isoprene units and carbon atoms

Name	Isoprene units	Carbon atoms
Monoterpenes	2	10
Sesquiterpene	3	15
Diterpenes	4	20
Sesterterpenes	5	25
Triterpenes	6	30
Tetraterpenes	8	40

Which category of terpenes is Cedroz based on?

Cedroz is a suspension of capsules in aqueous solution (CS) containing a mixture of two monoterpenes: thymol and geraniol.

These two active compounds together have a synergistic mode of action that increases their efficacy in treated soil. Eden Research plc created the Cedroz formulation as an environmentally favorable method to manage plant parasitic nematodes.

Eastman has since developed this sustainable, nature-identical nematicide and has proven, via in-field trials, effective performance against root-knot nematode attack. Cedroz helps growers achieve high-quality products and high yields.

Have terpenes been approved for use in organic farming?

The terpenes geraniol and thymol have been approved by the EU Commission for use in organic farming in the EU, so Cedroz can now be added to the toolbox for organic farmers looking for a solution against nematodes.

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Mode of action

Cedroz inactivates cellular membranes of root-knot nematodes through different mechanisms.

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Scientific results

Cedroz post-planting bionematicide, has been tested in various scientific studies and trials, demonstrating its effectiveness against root-knot nematodes.

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Innovative delivery

The unique formulation technology of Cedroz ensures strategic and effective delivery to combat root-knot nematodes. Discover the mechanism of product release for optimal results.