What is one of the key disadvantages of Emulsifiable Concentrate?

Emulsifiable Concentrates (EC) are formulated products that often contain a high concentration of active ingredient in a solvent, which can lead to potential miscalculations during mixing and application. This is particularly important in a pesticide context where precise measurements are critical to ensure effective pest control while minimizing environmental impact and avoiding harm to non-target organisms.

When applying an emulsifiable concentrate, the high concentration means that even a small error in measuring can result in applying too much product, leading to increased toxicity or environmental contamination, or too little product, which can fail to control the target pests effectively. Thus, understanding this aspect is vital for anyone handling pesticides.

The other options focus on characteristics that are generally considered advantages or neutral: low risk of phytotoxicity is not typically associated with ECs; cleanup of spills can be more complicated due to the chemical nature of the concentrate, and equipment corrosion depends on the specific formulation but is not a universal trait of all emulsifiable concentrates.