- Cypermethrin is a non-systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action that exhibits anti-feeding action and has good residual activity
- Cypermethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid that acts on the central and peripheral nervous system by modulating the sodium channels
- It is used to control various Lepidopteran, Coleopteran, Dipteran and Hemipteran insect pests in a wide range of crops like rice, cereals, corn, cotton, soybean, potato, tomatoes, fruits, vegetables, coffee, cocoa etc.
Specifications
Cypermethrin a. i.
93.0% w/w min
Cis: Trans Ratio
50:50 & 40:60
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
((RS)-α-cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl (1RS,3RS;1RS,3SR)-3-(2,2- dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
Molecular Weight
416.3
CAS No.
52315-07-8
Appearance
Amber, yellow brown viscous semi-solid gels like liquid at 25 °C
Density
1.1911+0.0138g/cm3 at 25°C
Vapour Pressure
1.166 x 10-6 Pa 25 °C
Solubility
In water: 82.8 μg / lit at 20 °C
In acetone, chloroform, cyclohexanone, xylene > 450,
Ethanol 337, hexane 103 (all in g/l at 20C)
In acetone, chloroform, cyclohexanone, xylene > 450,
Ethanol 337, hexane 103 (all in g/l at 20C)
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 300-2000 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
There is no specific antidote. Treatment must be symptomatic.
Packing
25, 50, 200 liter Narrow Mouth Epoxy coated MS Drum
UN number
3352
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Formulations
Cypermethrin 5% EC, 10% EC, 20% EC, 25% EC
- Alpha-Cypermethrin is a non-systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action
- It is used in control of various Lepidopteran, Coleopteran and Hemipteran insect pests in a wide range of crops like rice, cereals, corn, cotton, soybean, insect pests, potato, fruits, vegetables, etc.
Specifications
Alpha-Cypermethrin a.i
97% w/w min
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
A racemate comprising (S)-α-cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl-(1R,3R)-3-(2,2- dichlorovinyl)-2,
2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate and (R)- α -cyano-3- phenoxybenzyl-(1S,3S)-3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,
2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate and (R)- α -cyano-3- phenoxybenzyl-(1S,3S)-3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,
2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
Molecular Weight
416.3
Appearance
White powder
Density
1.2955(CV = 1.9%)
Vapour Pressure
<5.0 x 10-4 Pa at ca 25 °C
Solubility
Water:
Milli-RO water = 0.00263 μg/mL
pH 4 buffer = 0.0658 μg/mL
pH 7 buffer = 0.00648 μg/mL
pH 9 buffer = 0.0180 μg/mL
Milli-RO water = 0.00263 μg/mL
pH 4 buffer = 0.0658 μg/mL
pH 7 buffer = 0.00648 μg/mL
pH 9 buffer = 0.0180 μg/mL
Organic Solvents:
Acetone: 515 g/l
n-Octanol: 10.2 g/l
o-Xylene: 316 g/l
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 5-50 mg/Kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3349
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
Alpha-Cypermethrin 5% EC, 10% EC
- Permethrin is a non-systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action.
- It is used in control of wide range of Lepidopteran and Coleopteran pests in cotton, vegetables, fruit and other crops.
Specifications
Permethrin a. i.
93.0% w/w min
Cis: Trans Ratio
25:75, 40:60 , 50:50
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
3-Phenoxybenzyl (1RS, 3RS; 1RS, 3SR)-3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2, 2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
Molecular Weight
391.3
Appearance
Yellow to Brown viscous liquid
Odour
Mild characteristic
Density
1.20 to 1.30
Vapour Pressure
1.7 x 10-2 Pa (at 25°C)
Solubility
Water :
6 x 10-3 mg/l (pH 7, 20 ºC).
6 x 10-3 mg/l (pH 7, 20 ºC).
Xylene :
Hexane >1000 g/kg, 25ºC
Methanol 258 g/kg, 25ºC
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
>300-2000 mg/Kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50, 200 liter Narrow Mouth Epoxy coated MS Drum
UN number
3352
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
25% EC, 38.4% EC, 50% EC
- Deltamethrin is a fast acting, non-systemic, contact and stomach insecticide
- It is used in the control of Coleopteran, Heteropteran, Homopteran, Lepidopteran, Thysanopteran orders of insect pests in Cotton, Corn, Cereals, Soybean, Grapes, Fruits and Vegetables.
Specifications
Deltamethrin a. i.
98.5% w/w min
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
(S)-α-cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl (1R, 3R)-3-
(2,2-dibromovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
(2,2-dibromovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
CAS No.
52918-63-5
Molecular Weight
505.2
Appearance
Off white to cream color powder
Odour
Odourless
Melting Point
101°C
Density
1.5868
Vapour Pressure
<5.9 x 10-4 Pa (ca 25°C)
Solubility
Water:
Milli-RO water < 3.24 ng/mL (at 20°C)
n-Octanol:
5.13 ± 0.18 mg/mL
Acetone:
292.6 ± 3.5 mg/mL
o-Xylene:
176.7 ± 8.5 mg/mL
Milli-RO water < 3.24 ng/mL (at 20°C)
n-Octanol:
5.13 ± 0.18 mg/mL
Acetone:
292.6 ± 3.5 mg/mL
o-Xylene:
176.7 ± 8.5 mg/mL
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
>50-300 mg/Kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing.
UN number
3349
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
2.5% EC, 2.8% EC, 5% EC
- Pyriproxyfen is an insect growth regulator that mimics natural hormones in insects, disrupting their growth. It is a
juvenile hormone mimic that affects egg hatching, nymph development and oviposition - Pyriproxyfen has contact and translaminar action and used in the control of Whiteflies, Aphids and Jassids in crops like
Cotton, Brinjal, Chilli, Okra
Specifications
Pyriproxyfen a. i.
97% w/w min
Chemical Family
Juvenile Hormone Mimic
IUPAC Name
4-phenoxyphenyl (RS)-2-(2-pyridyloxy)propyl ether
CAS No.
95737-68-1
Molecular Weight
321.4
Appearance
White to pale yellow solid
Odour
Faint odour
Melting Point
47 ºC
Density
1.304
Vapour Pressure
<0.013 mPa (23 ºC)
Solubility
Water:
pH5 – 0.058 mg/L
Hexane:
400 g/Kg < 3.21 ng/mL (at 20-25 ºC)
Methanol:
200 g/Kg
Xylene:
500 g/Kg
pH5 – 0.058 mg/L
Hexane:
400 g/Kg < 3.21 ng/mL (at 20-25 ºC)
Methanol:
200 g/Kg
Xylene:
500 g/Kg
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
>2000-5000 mg/Kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3077
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
9.0
Available Formulations
Pyriproxyfen 10% EC, 10.8% EC:
- Tefluthrin is a contact and vapour insecticide that acts on the central nervous system by modulating the sodium channels
- Tefluthrin is used in the control of Coleoptera, Lepidoptera and Diptera in crops like corn, wheat, etc.
Specifications
Tefluthrin
96.5% w/w min.
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-methylbenzyl
3-((Z)-2-chloro-3,3,3- trifluoroprop-1-en-1-yl)-2,
2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
3-((Z)-2-chloro-3,3,3- trifluoroprop-1-en-1-yl)-2,
2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
CAS No.
79538-32-2
Molecular Weight
418.7
Appearance
White solid
Odour
Mouldy odour
Melting Point
43 – 47°C
Boiling Point
154 – 157°C @1 mmHg
Density
1.48g/cm3
Vapour Pressure
8.4 mPa (at 20°C)
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
21.8 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
177 mg/kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3349
UN Packaging Group
II
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
Tefluthrin 1.5 GR
- Fipronil is a broad spectrum insecticide that acts as contact and stomach poison
- Fipronil antagonises the GABA gated chloride channel in the Central Nervous System resulting in convulsion and death of the target pests
- Fipronil is used in the control of Stemborers, leafminers, planthoppers, leaffolders in rice, diamondback moths in
crucifers, etc.
Specifications
Fipronil a. i.
95% w/w min.
Chemical Family
Phenylpyrazole insecticide
IUPAC Name
(±)-5-amino-1-(2,6-dichloro-a,a,a-trifluoro-p-tolyl)-
4- trifluoromethylsulfinylpyrazole-3-carbonitrile
4- trifluoromethylsulfinylpyrazole-3-carbonitrile
CAS No.
120068-37-3
Molecular Weight
437.2
Appearance
White solid
Melting Point
203°C
Vapour Pressure
3.7 x 10-4 mPa (25°C)
Relative Density
1.477-1.626 at 20°C
Solubility
Water – 0.001368 g/L at 20°C,
Organic solubility – Methanol -163.081 n-Heptane -0.03951 g/L
Organic solubility – Methanol -163.081 n-Heptane -0.03951 g/L
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
>50-300 mg/Kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
2588
UN Packaging Group
2588
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
5% SC, 20% SC, 25% FS, 80% WDG
- Clothianidin is a systemic broad spectrum insecticide belonging to the neonicotinoid group.
- Clothianidin interferes with the synapses in the Central Nervous system by acting on the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors resulting in paralysis and respiratory arrest.
- Clothianidin is used in the control of major sucking pests like Jassids, Brown Plant Hopper, Thrips, Mealybug,
Tea Mosquito Bug and soil pests like cutworm and root grub in Sugarcane, Cotton, Rice, Tea and so on
Specifications
Clothianidin
96% w/w min.
Chemical Family
Neonicotinoid
IUPAC Name
(E)-1-(2-chloro-1,3-thiazol-5-ylmethyl)-3-methyl-2-nitroguanidine
CAS No.
210880-92-5
Molecular Weight
249.7
Appearance
White to Yellow crystalline powder
Melting Point
176.8°C
Vapour Pressure
3.8x 10-8 mPa (20°C), 1.3X10^-7 mPa (25°C)
Relative Density
1.610 g/ml at 20°C
Solubility in Water
pH 4: 0.304 g/l (at 20°C, buffered solution)
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 5000 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3077
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
9
Available Formulations
50% WG
- Lambda-cyhalothrin is a fast acting, non-systemic, contact and stomach insecticide.
- It is used in the control of lepidopteran pests like bollworms, leaf folder, stem borer, shoot and fruit borer and other
pests like thrips, flea beetle, etc.
Specifications
Lambda cyhalothrin a. i.
95.0 % w/w min
Chemical Family
Synthetic Pyrethroid
IUPAC Name
A reaction product comprising equal quantities of (S)-α-cyano-3- phenoxybenzyl (Z)-(1R, 3R)-3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1- enyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate and (R)-α-cyano-3- phenoxybenzyl (Z)- (1S,3S)-3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1- enyl)-2,2- dimethylcyclopropane carboxylate.
CAS No.
91465-08-6
Molecular Weight
449.9
Appearance
Off white to white solid
Density
1.288
Vapour Pressure
2 x 10-7 Pa at 20°C
Solubility
In water:
pH 5 : 4 µg/l , pH 9.2 : 4 µg/l , d: 5 µg/l (at 20°C)
In acetone, methanol, toluene, ethyl acetate > 500 g/l.
pH 5 : 4 µg/l , pH 9.2 : 4 µg/l , d: 5 µg/l (at 20°C)
In acetone, methanol, toluene, ethyl acetate > 500 g/l.
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 50-300 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 735.75 mg/kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3349
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
2.5% EC, 5% EC, 4.9% CS
- Thiamethoxam is a neonicotinoid insecticide, that acts as nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulator of the target pests resulting in paralysis and respiratory arrest.
- Thiamethoxam is a systemic and translaminar insecticide effective in the control of sucking pests like Jassids, Aphids,
Thrips, Whitefly, Shootfly and soil pests like Termites
Specifications
Thiamethoxam a. i.
97.0 % w/w min
Chemical Family
Neonicotinoid
IUPAC Name
3-[(2-chloro-5-thiazolyl)methyl]tetrahydro-
5-methyl-N-nitro-4H-1,3,5-oxadiazin-4-imine
5-methyl-N-nitro-4H-1,3,5-oxadiazin-4-imine
CAS No.
153719-23-4
Molecular Weight
291.7
Appearance
Slightly cream, white to off white crystalline powder
Density
Pour Density: 0.529 g/ml
Tap Density: 0.638 g/l
Tap Density: 0.638 g/l
Vapour Pressure
5.52 x 10-6mPa at 250C
Solubility
In water: 3.67g/l (20 ºC) In Acetone: 45.42 g/l (20 ºC) In Methanol: 10.35 g/l (20 ºC)
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 2000-5000 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/Kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
2588
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
- Hexaconazole is a systemic fungicide that belongs to the triazole group
- It acts as a sterol demethylation inhibitor which prevents the development of the fungus by inhibiting cell membrane
ergosterol biosynthesis - Hexaconazole is used in the control of wide range of diseases including Sheath blight in Rice, powdery mildew,
anthracnose and leaf spot in crops like Mango, Grapes, Groundnut, Chilli, etc. - Available Formulations – 5% EC, 5% SC
- Propiconazole is a systemic fungicide that belongs to the triazole group
- It acts as a sterol demethylation inhibitor which prevents the development of the fungus by inhibiting cell membrane
ergosterol biosynthesis - Propiconazole is used in the control of wide range of disease like Sheath blight in Rice, Rust and Smut diseases in
Wheat, Groundnut and Soybean, Blister blight in Tea, etc. - Available Formulations – 25% EC
- Difenoconazole is a systemic fungicide that belongs to the triazole group
- Difenoconazole is used in the control of wide range of disease like Sheath blight in Rice, Dieback in Chilli, Powdery
mildew in Grapes and Cumin and other diseases like Anthracnose, Leafspot, Fruit rot in wide range of crops
Specifications
Difenoconazole a. i.
96.5% min
Chemical Family
Triazole fungicide
IUPAC Name
cis,trans-3-chloro-4-[4-methyl-2-(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1- ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]phenyl 4-chlorophenyl ether
CAS No.
119446-68-3
Molecular Weight
406.3
Appearance
White to light beige powder
Melting Point
80.5-82.5 ºC
Bulk Density
Pour density: 0.567 g/ml
Tap density: 0.671 g/ml
Tap density: 0.671 g/ml
Vapour Pressure
3.7 X 10-5 mPa (25 ºC)
Solubility
In water 0. 00080 g/l at 20 ºC (pH 8.45).
In Methanol 1497.4125 g/l at 20 ºC
In acetone at 587.0225 g/l at 20 ºC
In Methanol 1497.4125 g/l at 20 ºC
In acetone at 587.0225 g/l at 20 ºC
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
No specific antidote available
No specific antidote available
Packing
25, 50 Kg MS Drum.
UN number
2588
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
6.1
Available Formulations
25% EC
- Sulfentrazone is a broad spectrum selective herbicide used in the control of grasses, sedges and broad leaved weeds
- Sulfentrazone is an aryl triazolinone herbicide that acts by enzyme inhibition of Protoporphyrinogen oxidase present in chlorophyll
- Sulfentrazone is recommended in wide range of crops like Soybean, Sugarcane, etc., as a pre-emergent or pre-planting herbicide
Specifications
Sulfentrazone a. i.
95.0 % w/w min
Chemical Family
Aryl Triazinone
IUPAC Name
2′,4′-dichloro-5′-(4-difluoromethyl-4,5-dihydro-3- methyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl) methanesulfonanilide
CAS No.
122836-35-5
Molecular weight
387.2
Appearance
Tan color powder
Odour
Odourless
Melting Point
121.3 to 123.0 ºC
Bulk Density
Pour density : 0.284 g/ml
Tap density : 0.372 g/ml
Tap density : 0.372 g/ml
Vapour Pressure
1.03 x 10-4 mPa (25 ºC)
Solubility
In water: 0.1374 g/L at 20 ºC (pH 5,47) In Methanol: 79.6637 g/L at 20 ºC In Acetone: 682.8217 g/L at 20 ºC
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
> 2000 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated/ galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3077
UN Packaging Group
II
UN class
9
Available Formulations
39.6% SC, 50% SC
- Dicamba is a selective herbicide used for post-emergent control broad leaf weeds in wide range of crops namely Corn,
Soybean, etc. - Dicamba is a systemic herbicide that belongs to Benzoic acid class.
- It acts by mimicking naturally occurring auxins and causes abnormal growth by affecting cell division.
Specifications
Dicamba a. i.
98.00 % w/w min
Chemical Family
Benzoic acid
IUPAC Name
3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid
CAS No.
1918-00-9
Molecular weight
221
Appearance
Beige color powder
Odour
Mild sweet odor
Melting Point
113-116 ºC
Partition co-efficient
(KOW logP)
(KOW logP)
pH 4 buffer = 0.4
pH 7 buffer = -1.8
pH 9 buffer = -2.0
pH 7 buffer = -1.8
pH 9 buffer = -2.0
Vapour Pressure
2.78 x 10-3 Pa at 20°C
Solubility
Water – pH 4 buffer – 14.9 g/L , pH 7 buffer – 13.8 g/L, pH 9 buffer -9.5 g/L
Organic Solubility – Hexane<10g/L, Methanol 200-250 g/L, Dichloromethane 200-250 g/L
Organic Solubility – Hexane<10g/L, Methanol 200-250 g/L, Dichloromethane 200-250 g/L
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
300-2000
Dermal
Rat
> 2000
Antidote
Treat symptomatically.
Packing
25, 50 kg MS open top pigment coated / galvanized drum with LDPE inner packing
UN number
3077
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
9
Available Formulations
48% SL, 58.1% SL
- Piperonyl butoxide is a synergist that is combined with insecticides like pyrethroids to increase its’ effectiveness
- It acts by blocking the natural detoxification system of the target insects resulting in improved performance of
the insecticide - PBO finds its uses mostly in Post Harvest storage
Specifications
Pipernoyl Butoxide
92.0% w/w min
Chemical Family
Insecticide synergist
IUPAC Name
5-[2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethoxymethyl]-6-propyl-1,
3-benzodioxole
3-benzodioxole
Molecular weight
338.4
CAS No.
51-03-6
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid
Vapour Pressure
2.0 X 10-2 mPa (60 °C)
Specific Gravity
1.06 (20 °C)
Solubility
In water 14.3 mg/l (25 °C). Soluble in all common organic solvents including mineral oils and fluorinated aliphatic hydrocarbons (aerosol propellants).
Toxicity
Route
Species
LD50 (mg/Kg of body weight)
Oral
Rat
2000 – 5000 mg/kg
Dermal
Rat
> 2000 mg/kg
Antidote
Treat symptomatically. No specific antidote available.
Packing
25, 50, 200 liter Narrow Mouth Epoxy coated MS Drum
UN number
3082
UN Packaging Group
III
UN class
9
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