Systemic Insecticide
SPIROTETRAMAT 15.31% OD
A systemic insecticide with long-term activity against sucking pests and select lepidopteran pests. It provides both rapid knockdown and preventive control, ensuring crop health through critical growth stages.
Active: Spirotetramat
Formulation: OD (Oil Dispersion)
Action: Systemic (Two-way)
Product Information
Mode of Action
Spirotetramat acts by inhibiting acetyl-CoA carboxylase, which disrupts lipid biosynthesis. It primarily affects the development of immature insect stages (nymphs and larvae) and reduces the fecundity of adults.
Target Pests
- Thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis)
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Mites
- Psylla
- Diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella)
Key Benefits
The Oil Dispersion (OD) formulation enhances penetration and retention on the leaf surface. Its two-way systemic activity (xylem and phloem) protects new shoot growth.
Recommended Dosage
| Crop(s) | Target Pest | Dosage / Ha | Water (L/Ha) | Waiting Period (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli | Thrips & Aphids | 400 ml | 500 | 05 |
| Okra | Aphid, Whitefly, Mites | 600 ml | 500 | 03 |
| Grapes | Mealy bug, Mites | 700 ml | 500 – 1000 | 60 |
| Cotton | Aphids, Whiteflies, Thrips | 700 ml | 500 – 1000 | 60 |
| Citrus | Psylla and Mites | 6 ml / 10L water | 500 | 30 |
| Cabbage | Diamond back moth (P. xylostella) | 600 ml | 500 | 07 |
Note: Citrus dosage is given as a concentration (6ml per 10 Liters of water). Grapes and Cotton have extended waiting periods (60 days).
Application Instructions
1. Application Timing
Apply at the early stages of infestation. Spirotetramat is highly effective against immature stages, so early application prevents population buildup.
2. Application Method
Shake the bottle well before use (OD formulation). Ensure thorough coverage of the foliage. The product’s systemic nature helps redistribute the active ingredient to growing shoots.
Safety Precautions
Harvest Intervals: Strictly observe the Pre-Harvest Intervals (PHI), particularly for export crops like Grapes (60 days).
Environmental Safety: Do not spray near water bodies. Although generally safe for beneficials once dried, avoid direct spraying on bees.
Environmental Safety: Do not spray near water bodies. Although generally safe for beneficials once dried, avoid direct spraying on bees.