UPL Abamectin 1.8% EC 100mls

Description

UPL Abamectin 1.8% EC – Insecticide / Acaricide Active Ingredient Abamectin 1.8% EC (18 g/L) — emulsifiable concentrate formulation Mode of Action Acts as a stomach and contact poison. Binds to GABA receptors in the nervous system of target pests, leading to paralysis and death (within 3–5 days). Effective against mites, leafminers, thrips, caterpillars, aphids, and other soft-bodied pests Registered Crops & Uses Suitable for use on cabbage, cotton, okra, rice, vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and more, depending on local registration . Target Pests Thrips, spider mites, leaf miners, diamondback moth (caterpillars), aphids, and other soft-bodied insects and mites Application Rates & Timing Typical dosage ranges: 0.5–0.75 g active ingredient per hectare (approx. 200–300 mL product per ha) Dilution rates vary by crop and pest; user mixes with water per label guidance Apply when pests first appear; results typically seen in 3–5 days. Re-entry intervals and harvest intervals vary (PHI: 7–30 days) Safety & Environmental Profile Moderate mammalian toxicity, safe when used with appropriate PPE (gloves, mask, goggles). Highly toxic to aquatic organisms and bees—do not use near water bodies or bee-attracting plants, and avoid spraying during bloom periods . Biodegrades quickly under sunlight; soil and plant residues degrade within 0.5–23 days depending on conditions . Feature Summary Feature Details Active Ingredient Abamectin 1.8% EC (18 g/L) Formulation Type Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) Target Pest Spectrum Mites, thrips, leafminers, caterpillars, aphids Crops Vegetables (e.g. cabbage), cotton, fruits, ornamentals, etc. Recommended Dosage ~200–300 mL/ha depending on pest and crop Response Time 3–5 days for visible pest control PHI/Lock-out Interval 7–30 days depending on crop Safety Use PPE; avoid bees and aquatic ecosystems