Systemic Neonicotinoid
THIAMETHOXAM 25% WG
A second-generation neonicotinoid insecticide. It provides rapid uptake and translocation throughout the plant, offering extended control of a wide range of sucking pests while protecting new growth.
Active: Thiamethoxam 25%
Formulation: Water Dispersible Granules (WG)
Action: Nicotinic AChR Agonist
Mode of Action
Thiamethoxam acts as an agonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the insect nervous system. This causes continuous nerve stimulation, leading to paralysis and death of the insect. Its excellent systemic movement ensures protection of both existing and new plant growth.
Dosage and Recommendation
| Crop | Target Pest | Dosage (g/ha) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mango | Hoppers | 100 (per 1000L) | 30 |
| Wheat | Aphid | 50 | 21 |
| Mustard | Aphid | 50 – 100 | 21 |
| Tomato | Whitefly | 200 | 5 |
Primary Target Pests
- Aphids (Aphis spp.)
- Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci)
- Jassids (Amrasca biguttula)
- Brown plant hopper (Nilaparvata lugens)
- Mango Hoppers