COLT is a synthetic pyrethroid based insecticide which contains Cypermethrin as active ingredient. It acts as a stomach and contact insecticide
Features & Benefits
- COLT offers control over wide range of sucking, biting, chewing Target Pests.
- COLT exhibits rapid action.
- COLT has greater effectiveness against Lepidopteron Target Pests.
- COLT remains effective for longer durations due to higher persistence value.
- COLT is more resistant to washing off due to rain water.
- COLT is relatively cost effective and has a smaller waiting period.
Method of Application
- Foliar application after dilution with recommended volume of water
| Crops | Target Pests | Dosage g a.i./ha | Dosage Formulation gram or ml/ha | PHI Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworms Thrips & Jassids | Bollworms 40 – 70 g a.i./ha, Jassids, Thrips : 20 – 30 g a.i./ha | Cotton (Bollworms): 160-280 ml/ha, Cotton (Jassids, Thrips): 80-120 ml/ha | – |
| Okra | Shoot & fruit borer, jassids | 37 – 50 g a.i./ha | Okra: 150-200 ml/ha | 3 |
| Brinjal | Shoot & fruit borer jassids, Epilachna grub | Shoot and fruit borer : 50-70 g a.i./ha, Jassid & Epilachna grub: 37 – 50 g a.i./ha | Brinjal: (Shoot and fruit borer) 550-760 ml/ha, (Jassid & Epilachna grub) 150-200 ml/ha | 1 |
| Antidote
No specific antidote is known. treat symptomatically. |
Precautions
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| Mode of Action
Cypermethrin is a sodium channel modulator. It is a neurotoxic agent acting through the central nervous system to cause repetitive nerve activity. It is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and by inhalation of fine spray mist. |
Toxicity Triangle
Yellow triangle, Highly toxic. |
