Chlorpyrifos 40% EC
Chemical composition on 100% basis
Active Ingredients:
Chlorpyrifos:…..400gm/Ltr (38.0% W/W)
Other Ingredients:……….to make 1.0 LTR
Chlorpyrifos 40% EC is a broad-spectrum insecticide used for controlling various pests on a variety of crops, including cotton, sugarcane, maize, and vegetables. It effectively manages chewing pests like termites, borers, and armyworms, as well as sucking pests like aphids and whiteflies.
Uses:
Crop Protection: Chlorpyrifos 40% EC is used to control a wide range of pests in various crops, including:
Cotton: Effective against American bollworms, armyworms, pink and spotted bollworms, whiteflies, thrips, jassids, and aphids.
Sugarcane: Controls termites, borers, and bugs.
Maize: Controls stem borers.
Vegetables: Controls worms and beetles.
Orchards: Controls various pests like codling moths.
Termite Control: It is effective for termite management in crops and structures.
Other Pests: Can be used against other pests like borers, bugs, beetles, and codling moths.
Mode of Action:
Chlorpyrifos is an organophosphate insecticide that affects the nervous system of insects by inhibiting an enzyme (acetylcholine esterase).
It works through contact, ingestion, and vapor action, providing quick knockdown and long-lasting control.
Important Considerations:
Always follow the dosage instructions and usage period recommended by the specific product label.
Use appropriate application methods, such as hand-operated knapsack sprayers or engine-operated high-volume spray machines.
Chlorpyrifos can be used on various crops, but it’s crucial to follow the specific guidelines for each crop and pest.