Which dry/solid formulation is mixed in water and reduces the risk of inhalation exposure during mixing and loading?

The water-dispersible granule (WDG) or dry flowable (DF) formulation is specifically designed to be mixed with water, which makes it a safer choice during the mixing and loading process. This formulation typically dissolves or disperses in water to form a suspension, which means that it reduces the likelihood of fine particles becoming airborne. Consequently, it minimizes the risk of inhalation exposure for the applicator, as they are not handling the active ingredient in a dry form that can easily create dust.

In contrast, granular formulations are often less likely to create airborne particles, but they are not mixed with water in the same way and can remain solid granules. Wettable powders, while they can also be mixed with water, can create dust during mixing that potentially increases inhalation risk. Emulsifiable concentrates are liquid formulations that may not pose the same inhalation risks during usage, but they do not address the problem of dust generation during the mixing phase like WDGs do.

The design and application method of WDG formulations specifically take into account safety concerns related to inhalation, making them the most appropriate choice in scenarios where minimizing exposure is critical.