Broad-Spectrum Organophosphate
MALATHION 50% EC
A versatile insecticide with contact, stomach, and fumigant action. Widely used for the effective control of sucking and chewing pests across diverse agricultural and storage environments, featuring relatively low mammalian toxicity.
Active: Malathion 50%
Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
Target: Sucking & Chewing Pests
Mode of Action
Malathion inhibits acetylcholinesterase enzyme, causing acetylcholine accumulation at nerve endings. This leads to continuous nerve stimulation resulting in tremors, paralysis, and death of the target pest.
Dosage and Recommendation
| Crops | Target Pest | Dosage /ha (ml) | Dilution (L) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy (Rice) | Rice Hispa | 1150 | 500-1000 |
| Cabbage | Mustard aphid | 1500 | 500-1000 |
Primary Target Pests
- Aphids (Aphis spp.)
- Fruit flies (Bactrocera spp.)
- Thrips (Thrips tabaci)
- Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci)
- Stored grain pests (Tribolium spp., Sitophilus spp.)