Lepidopteran Specialist
EMAMECTIN BENZOATE 5% EC
A semi-synthetic derivative of abamectin with enhanced insecticidal properties. It provides excellent control of lepidopteran pests with strong translaminar activity and a prolonged residual effect, protecting leaf undersides effectively.
Active: Emamectin benzoate 5%
Formulation: 5% EC
Action: Hyperpolarization & Death
Mode of Action
Emamectin benzoate stimulates the release and binding of GABA to nerve cell receptors. This causes a continuous influx of chloride ions into nerve cells, leading to hyperpolarization, immediate paralysis, and eventual death of the pest.
Dosage and Recommendation
| Crop | Common Disease/Pest | Formulation (g/ml) | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworms | 190 – 220 | 10 |
| Okra | Fruit & Shoot Borer | 135 – 170 | 05 |
| Tea | Tea looper | 200 | 01 |
| Grapes | Thrips | 220 | 05 |
Primary Target Pests
- Bollworms (Helicoverpa armigera)
- Diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella)
- Spodoptera (Spodoptera litura)
- Fruit & Shoot Borers (Earias spp.)
- Tea Looper