Profenophos 50% EC

Profenophos 50% EC is a wide-spectrum organophosphate insecticide as well as acaricide that kills a diverse group of pests such as sucking insects (aphids, jassids, whiteflies, thrips) and chewing insects like bollworms and semiloopers. It is a neurotoxin that inhibits acetylcholinesterase, leading to quick paralysis and death of the pests. It offers fast knockdown, ovicidal and residual activity with foliar spray application on crops like cotton and soybean at approved rates of 1500-2000 ml per acre. Its fast knockdown and broad spectrum render it useful for use in successful pest control and mite management with shorter last spray to harvest interval.

This insecticide maintains integrated pest management by managing numerous insect and mite pests on a wide range of crops. Foliar spray is the common application form.

Q: What is the primary application of Profenophos 50% EC?

A: Profenophos 50% EC is primarily used in agriculture as a bio-insecticide for pest control.

Q: How should Profenophos 50% EC be applied?

A: Profenophos 50% EC should be applied using the foliar spray method, as suggested in the application guidelines.

Q: What is the recommended dosage for Profenophos 50% EC?

A: The recommended dosage is 5 ml of Profenophos 50% EC per 15 liters of water.

Q: What is the shelf life of Profenophos 50% EC?

A: The shelf life of Profenophos 50% EC is 3 years when stored properly.

Q: What type of packaging does Profenophos 50% EC come in?

A: Profenophos 50% EC is packaged in HDPE bottles for safe storage and transportation.