Emamectin Benzoate 1.5% + Fipronil 3.5% Sc For Indigenous Manufacture
Chemical Composition
Emamectin Benzoate a.i. 1.50 % w/w
Fipronil a.i. 3.50 % w/w
Propylene glycol 7.00 % w/w
Tristyryl phenol ethoxylate potassium salt 3.00 % w/w
Amine salt of Poly aryl phenyl ether phosphate 2.50 % w/w
Silicon based emulsion (Anti foaming) 0.20 % w/w
Formaldehyde 0.20 % w/w
Xanthan Gum 0.40 % w/w
D.M. Water Q.S. to make %
Total : 100.000 % W/W
- Target Pests: It’s effective against a wide range of pests including caterpillars (lepidopterans), whiteflies, thrips, aphids, and jassids.
- Formulation Type: The Suspension Concentrate (SC) formulation offers a convenient and effective way to apply the insecticide.
Mechanism of Action:
- Emamectin Benzoate: Acts as a stomach poison, primarily targeting caterpillars and disrupting their feeding.
- Fipronil: Works on the nervous system by blocking GABA receptors, leading to paralysis and death in insects like thrips and whiteflies.
- Crops: The product is suitable for indigenous manufacture for use on various crops, including vegetables (like chili, brinjal, onion), fruits, and ornamental plants.
- Mode of Application: It can be applied as a foliar spray, and in some cases, as a seedling dip or seed treatment, depending on the specific crop and pest problem.