Thiodicarb 75% WP
Classification:
Insecticide
Formulation:
Thiodicarb 75% WP (Wettable Powder)
CAS NO:
59669-26-0
USAGE:
A broad-spectrum insecticide used for controlling a variety of lepidopterous
pests in crops such as cotton, vegetables, fruits, and cereals. It is effective
against pests like Helicoverpa armigera, Plutella xylostella, and Spodoptera
exigua.
Pack size:
100g, 250g, 500g/bag, 1kg/bag, or as required
Direction for Use
| Crop | Target Pests | Dosage (75% WP) | Application Timing | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Helicoverpa armigera | 400-600 g/ha | Egg-hatching to early larval stage | 1) REI: 12 hrs 2) Max 3 applications/season |
| Vegetables | Plutella xylostella | 300-500 g/ha | Early larval stage | Add a spreader-sticker for better adhesion |
| Fruits | Spodoptera exigua | 500-700 g/ha | When pests start to appear | PHI: 7-14 days depending on the fruit type |
| Cereals | Ostrinia furnacalis | 450-650 g/ha | Before the pests enter the stem | Use high-pressure spraying for better penetration |
Product Details
Mode of Action:
-Acts as a cholinesterase inhibitor
-Interferes with the nervous system of insects
-Contact and stomach action
Benefits:
-Broad-spectrum control of lepidopterous pests
-Low residue on crops
-Good compatibility with other pesticides (check before tank-mixing)
-Relatively low toxicity to non-target organisms compared to some other
insecticides
Precautions:
-PPE: Chemical-resistant gloves, respirator, goggles
-Do not apply during periods of heavy rain or high humidity
-Do not use near beehives
-Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight at 0°C to 30°C
Environmental Hazards:
-Toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates
-Avoid contamination of water bodies
-Moderate toxicity to birds
-Degrades in soil with a half-life of 10-20 days