Active Ingredient: Fipronil 2.92 EC
Brand Name: Red Killer
Target Pests:
- Agriculture: Thrips, whiteflies, aphids, mealybugs, mites, beetles, and other sucking and chewing insects.
- Home: Ants, cockroaches, fleas, ticks, termites, and other household pests.
- Industrial: A variety of insects affecting industrial processes and storage facilities.
- Sucking Insects:
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Mealybugs
- Thrips
- Chewing Insects:
- Beetles
- Caterpillars
- Grasshoppers
- Soil-Dwelling Insects:
- Termites
- Wireworms
- Rootworms
- Other Pests:
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Cockroaches
- Ants
Target Crops:
- Agricultural Crops:
- Cotton
- Rice
- Wheat
- Corn
- Soybeans
- Vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, potatoes, peppers)
- Fruits (e.g., apples, citrus)
- Ornamental Plants:
- Roses
- Tulips
- Lilies
- Other flowering plants
Features and Benefits:
- Broad-spectrum insecticide effective against a wide range of pests.
- Long-lasting residual control.
- Systemic action, providing both contact and ingestion toxicity.
- Rainfast and resistant to photodegradation.
- Environmentally friendly and safe to beneficial insects when used as directed.
Mode of Action:
Fipronil is a neurotoxin that disrupts the insect’s central nervous system by blocking GABA-gated chloride channels. This leads to hyperactivity, paralysis, and eventual death.
Dosage:
Dosage varies depending on the target pest, crop, and application method. Always refer to the specific product label for accurate dosage information.
Application:
- Agriculture: Foliar spray, soil drench, seed treatment, and irrigation application.
- Home: Spot treatment, baiting, and crack and crevice treatment.
- Industrial: Residual sprays and baiting.
Benefits:
- Effective control of pests, leading to increased crop yields and quality.
- Protection of crops from damage and disease.
- Reduced pesticide use and environmental impact.
- Improved hygiene and sanitation in homes and industrial settings.
Safety Precautions:
- Always wear protective clothing, including gloves, mask, and goggles, when handling and applying the product.
- Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mouth.
- Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
- Store the product in a cool, dry, and secure place, away from children and pets.
- Dispose of empty containers properly.
- Follow all label instructions carefully.
Additional Information:
- Fipronil is a registered pesticide in many countries, including India.
- It is important to rotate insecticides to prevent pest resistance.
- Always consider integrated pest management (IPM) strategies for sustainable pest control.
Note:
This information is for general guidance only. Always refer to the specific product label for detailed instructions and safety precautions.
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