Chemical Composition
- Imidacloprid a.i. : (on 100% basis) at 30.50% M/M.
- Ethoxylated styrylated phenols derivative : 1.50% M/M
- Ethoxylated polymethacrylate in propylene glycol and water: 4.50%M/M
- Trihydroxy propane: 10%M/M
- Xanthane Gum: 13% M/M
- Phenyl methoxy methanol : 1% M/M
- Blend of methyl isothiazolone & its chloro derivative: 1%M/M
- Water solution of Polydimethyl siloxane : 1%M/M
- Water (demineralised) : Q% M/M
- Total Composition: 100.00%
Product Specifications
- Systemic action : It is absorbed by the plant and moves throughout, offering protection to all parts of the plant, including new growth.
- Target pests : It effectively controls sucking pests like aphids, thrips, whiteflies, and rice hoppers
- Suitable crops: It is used on a wide range of crops including paddy, cotton, wheat, maize, potatoes, sugarcane, vegetables, and fruits
- Mode of Action: Imidacloprid works by disrupting the nervous system of insects. It interferes with the proper transmission of nerve signals, leading to excitation of nerve cells and ultimately, the death of the pest.
Additional points
- It’s considered relatively safer for natural enemies compared to some other insecticides, according to Dhanuka Agritech Limited.
- It’s used in agriculture to protect crops from pest damage and improve yield.
- Some products containing Imidacloprid 30.5% SC can also be used for termite control in construction.