Fipronil 18.87% SC

Fipronil 18.87% SC (Suspension Concentrate) is a powerful, broad-spectrum insecticide widely used in agriculture. It is particularly valued as a "thripicide" for its high efficacy against thrips and other sucking pests, especially in crops like Cotton.

Key Technical Details

• Chemical Group: Phenylpyrazole.

• Formulation: Suspension Concentrate (SC), a liquid form that mixes easily with water.

• Mode of Action: It acts on the central nervous system of insects by blocking GABA-gated chloride channels. This causes hyperexcitation, paralysis, and eventually death through both contact and ingestion.

• Concentration: Contains 188.7g of active ingredient per kg (approximately 200g per liter).

Usage & Application

This concentration is primarily recommended for Cotton, though it is often used across various vegetables and field crops for specific pest outbreaks.

Major Benefits

1. Plant Growth Enhancement (PGE): It is known for a "greening effect," which can improve plant vigor and yield beyond just pest control.

2. Virus Management: By controlling thrips, it effectively reduces the spread of the Tobacco Streak Virus (TSV).

3. Resistance Management: Effective against pests that have developed resistance to older classes of insecticides like organophosphates or pyrethroids.

4. Long Residual Action: Provides extended protection, reducing the frequency of sprays.

Safety & Precautions

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Toxicity Label: Usually carries a Yellow Label (Highly Toxic).

• Bees & Aquaculture: It is highly toxic to bees; do not spray during the flowering/blooming stage. It is also toxic to fish and aquatic life; avoid use near water bodies.

• Personal Protection: Always wear gloves, a face mask, and protective clothing. Wash thoroughly after application.

• Symptoms of Poisoning: Irritability, lethargy, or muscle tremors.

• Antidote: There is no specific antidote. Treatment must be symptomatic.