Dragon-505
Chlorpyriphos 50% + cypermethrin 5% EC
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1ltr, 500ml, 250ml, 100ml, 50ml
Chlorpyriphos 50% + Cypermethrin 5% EC:
Chlorpyriphos 50% + Cypermethrin 5% EC is a powerful, broad-spectrum combination insecticide formulated as an Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC). It combines an organophosphate (Chlorpyriphos) with a synthetic pyrethroid (Cypermethrin) to provide a synergistic "double-action" effect. This potent mixture offers a rapid "knockdown" of pests while ensuring long-lasting residual protection. It is highly versatile, acting as a contact, stomach, and vapor poison, making it capable of controlling a wide variety of biting, chewing, sucking, and boring pests in numerous crops.
Mode of Action:
This product functions through a dual mode of action that attacks the insect's nervous system from two angles:
AChE Inhibition (Chlorpyriphos): It inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which is responsible for stopping nerve signals. This leads to the accumulation of acetylcholine, causing continuous nerve firing and paralysis.
Sodium Channel Modulation (Cypermethrin): It disrupts the sodium channels in the nerve cells, causing hyperexcitation and rapid paralysis.
Synergistic Effect: The combination ensures that pests are hit with an immediate shock (from Cypermethrin) and a sustained lethal effect (from Chlorpyriphos), preventing pest recovery and managing resistance effectively.
Primary Uses and Target Crops:
This insecticide is widely used in commercial crops and vegetables, particularly where heavy infestations of bollworms and borers are present.
Key target crops include:
Fiber Crops: Cotton
Cereals: Rice (Paddy), Maize
Vegetables: Brinjal (Eggplant), Cabbage, Cauliflower, Okra (Bhindi), Tomato
Commercial Crops: Sugarcane
Fruits: Mango, Citrus
Application and Dosage:
Chlorpyriphos 50% + Cypermethrin 5% EC is mixed with water and applied as a foliar spray.
The recommended dosage varies by crop and pest pressure:
Cotton: To control the Bollworm complex (American, Spotted, Pink) and sucking pests like Aphids and Whiteflies, use 300 to 400 ml per acre.
Rice (Paddy): For Stem Borer, Leaf Folder, and Hispa, use 250 to 350 ml per acre.
Brinjal: To control Shoot and Fruit Borer and Epilachna Beetle, use 300 to 400 ml per acre.
Cabbage/Cauliflower: For Diamondback Moth (DBM) and Aphids, use 300 ml per acre.
General Mixing Rate: A common mixing rate is 1.5 ml to 2 ml per liter of water. Ensure thorough coverage of the plant canopy.
Target Pests:
This combination is effective against a vast spectrum of pests, particularly complex infestations.
Commonly controlled pests include:
Bollworms (American, Spotted, Pink)
Stem Borers
Leaf Folders
Shoot and Fruit Borers
Diamondback Moth (DBM)
Aphids
Jassids
Thrips
Whiteflies
Bihar Hairy Caterpillar
Cutworms
Safety Precautions:
Strict adherence to safety precautions is essential. This product is toxic to mammals, bees, and aquatic life.
Key safety recommendations include:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear protective clothing, rubber gloves, boots, goggles, and a face mask during mixing and spraying. Avoid skin contact and inhalation of vapors.
Bee Safety: Do not apply when honeybees are actively foraging (during flowering).
Handling Practices: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using the product. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after use.
Environmental Safety: This product is highly toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Do not apply directly to water bodies or clean equipment near streams or ponds.
Storage:
Store the product in its original container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, food, and animal feed. Keep strictly out of reach of children and uninformed persons, preferably under lock and key.