Classification:
Insecticide
Formulation:
Clothianidin 1% GR (Granule)
CAS NO:
210880-92-5
USAGE:
Used for controlling a variety of sucking and chewing insects in crops such as
cereals, corn, sugar beet, and vegetables. Effective against aphids, thrips,
whiteflies, and some beetles.
Pack size:
5kg, 10kg, 25kg/bag, or as required
Crop | Target Insects | Dosage (1% GR) | Application Timing | Remarks |
---|---|---|---|---|
Cereals | Aphids | 10-20 kg/ha | At early tillering stage | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Avoid applying in rainy days |
Corn | Thrips | 15-25 kg/ha | At seedling stage | 1) Add wetting agent for better adherence 2) Do not apply near bee-keeping areas |
Sugar beet | Whiteflies | 12-18 kg/ha | When whitefly infestation starts | PHI: 30 days |
Vegetables | Beetles | 8-15 kg/ha | At early pest appearance | Check for any phytotoxicity on sensitive varieties |
Mode of Action:
-Acts on the central nervous system of insects by binding to nicotinic
acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs)
-Causes over-stimulation of the insect's nervous system, leading to paralysis and
death
-Systemic action, can be absorbed by plant roots and translocated to above-ground
parts
Benefits:
-Long-lasting control effect
-Suitable for a wide range of crops
-Low dosage requirement
-Effective against resistant insect populations
Precautions:
-PPE: Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, chemical-resistant gloves, and
goggles
-Do not apply in windy conditions (wind speed > 10 km/h)
-Do not mix with alkaline pesticides
-Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place at 0°C-30°C
Environmental Hazards:
-Highly toxic to bees and other pollinators
-Toxic to aquatic invertebrates
-Do not contaminate water bodies, wetlands, or water sources
-Moderate toxicity to birds