Emamectin Benzoate 1.9%EC
(Insecticide)
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT:
Emamectin benzoate 1.9% EC is a water soluble liquid formulation containing 1.9% active ingredient and is recommended for the control of bollworms in cotton. It is an insecticide with stomach action and should be ingested by the larvae to be most effective. Affected larvae become paralyzed and stop feeding shortly after exposure to Emamectin Benzoate 1.9% EC and subsequently die after 2-4 days.
Recommendation
Crop(s) | Common Name of Pest | Dosage/HA | Dilution in Water (L) | Waiting Period between last spray to harvest (days) | |
AI (g) | Formulation (ml) | ||||
Cotton | Bollworms | 11.0 | 580 | 500 | 15 |
Direction of Use
Apply the insecticide when the incidence of larvae is first observed and repeat applications as necessary. Apply the insecticide in sufficient quantity of water to ensure thorough coverage of the foliage.
Plant protection equipment: Knapsack sprayer, compression knapsack sprayer, battery operated power sprayer.
Time of Application
Emamectin benzoate is recommended for the control of following pests in Cotton, when applied as foliar spray.
Precaution
Symptoms Of Poisoning
Early symptoms of poisoning may be a combination of dilation of pupils, muscular in-coordination, ataxia and muscle tremors.
First Aid
Remove the affected person to a well-ventilated area or fresh air and protect him from under cooling. In case of skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing and thoroughly wash the affected parts of the body with soap and water. In case of eye contact: Rinse eyes with clean water for several minutes. In case of ingestion: Give the patient one or two glasses of water, if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting. Get the attention of the medical doctor immediately.
Phytotoxicity
Non phytotoxic when used as per recommendation.
Antidote
No specific antidote. Treat symptomatically.
Disposal Of Used Container
Storage Conditions
The packages containing the insecticide should be stored in original containers in separate rooms or premises, away from the rooms or premises used for storing other articles particularly articles of food or shall be kept in separate almirahs under lock and key.
The rooms or premises meant for storing the insecticide shall be well built, dry, well lit, and ventilated and of sufficient dimensions to avoid contamination with vapour.
Chemical Composition:
Emamectin Benzoate Tech | (Based on 95% w/w purity of a.i.) | 2.00 % w/w | |
n-hexanol | Solvent | 33.00 % w/w | |
(N-Methyl pyrolidone) | Co solvent | 28.70 % w/w | |
Blend of Anionic Ethoxylated Fatty Glycerides and Non ionic- Ethoxylated Sorbitan Esters Surfacants | Emulsifier | 35.00 % w/w | |
BHT | Antioxidant | 1.00 % w/w | |
Furmaric acid | Acidifier | 0.30 % w/w | |
| | Total: | 100.000% w/w |