Chemical Composition
Fipronil active ingredient 80.00 % w/w
Sodium Polycarboxilate 2.90 % w/w
Sodium dioctyl sulfoscuccinate 85% – 1.90 % w/w
Silicon Oil emulsion 0.30 % w/w
Sodium lignosulphonate Q.S. %
Total : 100.000 % W/W
Key Uses and Applications
- Effective Pest Control: Fipronil 80 WG controls a broad spectrum of insect pests, including those that are resistant to conventional pesticides.
- Long-lasting Protection: The WDG formulation provides extended residual control, reducing the need for frequent applications.
- Systemic Action: It is absorbed by the plant, offering protection from within and preventing pests from feeding on treated parts.
- Low Dose Efficiency: It is effective at low dosages, minimizing environmental impact.
- Plant Growth Enhancement: Some formulations, like Bayer Jump, are known to promote plant growth, leading to higher yields.
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Fipronil 80 WG is suitable for use in IPM programs, as it has minimal impact on beneficial insects when used as directed.
- Wide Range of Crops: It can be used on various crops, including rice, cotton, grapes, onions, cabbage, and more.
- Easy to Handle: The WDG formulation is dust-free, making it easy to handle and dissolve in water.
- Safety: When used as directed, it is relatively safe for humans and animals and has low environmental impact.
Specific examples of pests and crops:
- Rice: Effective against stem borers and leaf folders.
- Grapes: Effective against thrips.
- Onions and Cabbage: Effective against thrips and other pests.
- Cotton: Effective against bollworms, tobacco caterpillars, and other pests.
Mode of Action:
- Fipronil disrupts the nervous system of insects by interfering with the transmission of nerve impulses. This leads to overstimulation and paralysis, eventually causing the insect’s death.