Cypermethrin 5% EC
Classification:
Insecticide
Formulation:
Cypermethrin 5% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
CAS NO:
52315-07-8
USAGE:
Widely used to control a variety of insects in crops such as cotton, vegetables,
fruits, and cereals. It is effective against Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, Hemiptera,
and other insect pests.
Pack size:
500mL, 1L, 5L, 20L/drum, or as required
Direction for Use
| Crop | Target Insects | Dosage (5% EC) | Application Timing | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworms, Aphids | 800-1200 mL/ha | Insect emergence period | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Max 3 applications/season |
| Vegetables | Cabbage caterpillars, Leafhoppers | 600-1000 mL/ha | Early insect stage | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Do not apply near harvest |
| Fruits | Fruit borers, Thrips | 700-1100 mL/ha | Before fruit setting | PHI: 21 days |
| Cereals | 900-1300 mL/ha | Seedling stage | 1) REI: 24 hrs 2) Add surfactant for better adhesion |
Product Details
Mode of Action:
-Acts on the nervous system of insects, interfering with sodium ion channels.
-Contact and stomach toxicity, causing paralysis and death of insects.
Benefits:
-Broad-spectrum insect control.
-Quick knockdown effect.
-Long-lasting residual activity.
Precautions:
-PPE: Chemical-resistant gloves, respirator, goggles
-Do not apply in hot and windy weather
-Do not mix with alkaline pesticides
-Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place at 0°C to 35°C
Environmental Hazards:
-Toxic to fish and bees
-Do not contaminate water bodies or areas where bees are foraging
-Moderate toxicity to birds
-Degrades in soil with a half-life of 7-14 days