The invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) ##STR00001##
in which Z, Y, A.sup.1, A.sup.2, A.sup.3, A.sup.4, X, R.sup.7, R.sup.8 and R.sup.9 have the meanings mentioned above,
and processes and intermediates for the preparation thereof, and their use for controlling animal pests, in particular insects.

The present invention provides a compound represented by formula (I) [wherein L represents an oxygen atom or CH.sub.2, E represents a C2-C10 chain hydrocarbon group or the like, R.sup.1 represents a C1-C3 chain hydrocarbon group or the like, R.sup.2 represents a C1-C3 chain hydrocarbon group or the like, and n is 0, 1, 2 or 3.] or its N oxide or agriculturally acceptable salt, which is a compound that have excellent pests controlling effects.

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The present invention is directed to pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and pyrethrum esters and methods of controlling pests including insects and mites by application of pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and pyrethrum esters.

A heterocyclic compound that exhibits superior control effects against harmful arthropods is provided. In particular, a heterocyclic compound of formula (I) is provided, wherein the variable groups are as defined in the specification. Also provided is a composition containing the heterocyclic compound of formula (I) and one or more types of components selected from the components described in the specification. ##STR00001##

A compound of formula (I) or an N-oxide thereof, a composition for controlling harmful arthropods including the compound, and a method for controlling harmful arthropods by applying the compound,

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where Q represents a group represented by formula Q1 etc., Z represents an oxygen atom etc., A.sup.1 represents CR.sup.4a etc., A.sup.2 represents a nitrogen atom etc., B.sup.1 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6a etc., B.sup.2 represents CR.sup.1 etc., B.sup.3 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6c etc., B.sup.4 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6d etc., R.sup.1 represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., R.sup.2 represents a C1-C6 alkyl group etc., R.sup.3a, R.sup.3b and R.sup.3d are identical to or different from each other and each represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., R.sup.4a, R.sup.6a, R.sup.6c and R.sup.6d are identical to or different from each other and each represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., and n is 0, 1 or 2.

A compound of formula (I) or an N-oxide thereof, a composition for controlling harmful arthropods including the compound, and a method for controlling harmful arthropods by applying the compound,

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where Q represents a group represented by formula Q1 etc., Z represents an oxygen atom etc., A.sup.1 represents CR.sup.4a etc., A.sup.2 represents a nitrogen atom etc., B.sup.1 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6a etc., B.sup.2 represents CR.sup.1 etc., B.sup.3 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6c etc., B.sup.4 represents a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.6d etc., R.sup.1 represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., R.sup.2 represents a C1-C6 alkyl group etc., R.sup.3a, R.sup.3b and R.sup.3d are identical to or different from each other and each represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., R.sup.4a, R.sup.6a, R.sup.6c and R.sup.6d are identical to or different from each other and each represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group etc., and n is 0, 1 or 2.

A composition including a salt of a monocarboxylic acid, and a polyacrylamide polymer that hydrates at a pH of at least approximately 6 in the presence of no more than approximately 40 wt % of the salt of a monocarboxylic acid. The present disclosure also includes a method for producing a homogeneous composition for agrichemical use including the following steps. Obtaining a salt of a monocarboxylic acid. Obtaining a polyacrylamide polymer that hydrolyzes in the presence of no more than 40 wt % (or 30 wt %) of the salt of a monocarboxylic acid at a pH of at least about 6. Combining the polyacrylamide and the monocarboxylic acid salt to produce a homogeneous composition. The polymer of the composition is preferably compatible and stable with formulations of potassium glyphosate and used in a spray mixture. The composition may also contain formulation components such a defoamers, water conditioners, surfactants, biocides, stickers and solvents.

The present invention relates to a composition for killing arthropods and their eggs, such as lice or ticks and nits. More in particular, the invention provides a composition for killing arthropods, said composition comprising at least 65% by weight of a mixture of saturated linear or branched hydrocarbons, wherein said hydrocarbons comprise a mixture of saturated linear or branched C.sub.10-C.sub.16 hydrocarbons and saturated linear or branched C.sub.17-C.sub.25 hydrocarbons, wherein the ratio of saturated linear or branched C.sub.10-C.sub.16 hydrocarbons to saturated linear or branched C.sub.17-C.sub.25 hydrocarbons by weight is lower than 15:85. The invention further relates to the use of such composition for killing arthropods and to a method for killing arthropods comprising the application of the present composition.

The present invention relates to pesticidal mixtures comprising as active components at least one active compound selected from compounds of formula I, formula Ia, and mixtures thereof and at least one biopesticide II. Furthermore, the present invention relates to seed treatment compositions comprising said mixtures, to methods and uses comprising the application of these mixtures and to seeds comprising the mixtures of the invention or a seed treatment composition thereof.

Adjuvant compositions for use with agrochemical solutions is provided; more specifically adjuvant compositions that may be used to prepare agrochemical formulations used in the field to control weeds, pests and plant pathogens that adversely affect crop production. The adjuvants improve coverage of the target foliage and exposure of the targeted weed, pest or plant pathogen to the active ingredient of the formulations without the need for increasing the amount of active ingredient applied while reducing spray drift and off-target application.