Classification:
Insecticide
Formulation:
Beta-cypermethrin 4.5% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
CAS NO:
65731-84-2
USAGE:
A broad-spectrum insecticide used for controlling a wide range of pests in
various crops such as vegetables, fruits, cereals, and cotton. It is effective
against Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, Hemiptera and other pests.
Pack size:
500mL, 1L, 5L, 20L/drum, or as required
Crop | Target Pests | Dosage (4.5% EC) | Application Timing | Remarks |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vegetables | Cabbage caterpillar, aphids | 300-500 mL/ha | At the early stage of pest occurrence | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Max 2 applications/season |
Fruits | Fruit borers | 400-600 mL/ha | Before the pest infestation peak | Add adjuvant for better control |
Cereals | Armyworms | 350-550 mL/ha | When pests reach the economic threshold | PHI: 21 days |
Cotton | Bollworms | 500-700 mL/ha | At the egg-hatching stage | Use before heavy pest damage |
Mode of Action:
-Acts on the nervous system of insects, interfering with the normal conduction of
nerve impulses.
-Contact and stomach poisoning effects.
-Quick knockdown of pests.
Benefits:
-Broad-spectrum activity against multiple pests.
-High efficiency in pest control.
-Rainfast within 2 hours after application.
-Suitable for integrated pest management programs.
Precautions:
-PPE: Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, respirator.
-Do not apply when winds exceed 15 km/h.
-Do not mix with alkaline pesticides.
-Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place at 0°C to 35°C.
Environmental Hazards:
-Toxic to bees and aquatic organisms.
-Do not contaminate water sources, honey-producing areas.
-Low toxicity to birds and mammals.
-Biodegradable in soil (half-life 7-14 days).