Chemical Composition
- Profenofos a.i. : (Min. purity 89%) Constitutes : 50.00% w/w
- Vegetable Oil : 9.75% w/w
- Polyglycol Ether Alkyl Aryl Sulfonate Calcium Salt : 5.25% w/w : Soyabean Oil Epoxidised (3.00% w/w) Solvent C-IX (Q.S. %)
- Total : 100.00% w/w
Product Specifications
- Mode of action : Disrupts the nervous system of insects by inhibiting cholinesterase.
- Target pests : Effective against a wide range of sucking and chewing pests, including aphids, thrips, whiteflies, leafhoppers, and caterpillars.
- Forms : Available as an Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC).
- Application : Typically applied as a foliar spray.
- Crops : Used in various crops like cotton, rice, vegetables, and fruit trees.
- Dosage : Varies, but a common recommendation is 35-40 ml in 15 liters of water.
- Safety : Requires careful handling and application due to its toxicity to humans and animals if not used correctly