Cypermethrin
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Product Name: Cypermethrin
Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC 40%)
Active Ingredient: 400 g/kg Cypermethrin
Molecular Formula: C22H19Cl2NO3
IRAC Group: IRAC 3A
Hazard Class: II (Toxic and harmful)
Toxicity: Acute Oral LD50 for rats: 250 – 4150 mg/kg
Packaging: 500ml / 1L
A non-systemic insecticide with contact and ingestion action, also known commercially as Ripcord. This insecticide belongs to the pyrethroid chemical group and causes insect death by keeping sodium channels in nerve cells open. It is effective against a wide range of insects, especially moth larvae. It is also used to control household and stored-product insects.
| Crop | Pest | Dosage | Preharvest interval |
| apple | Codling moth | 75 mL/1000L water | 21 days |
| cotton | Aphis gossypii | 175 ml / ha | 21 days |
Safety tips
Environmental Toxicity: Extremely hazardous to bees, fish, and other aquatic organisms; hazardous to birds.
Precautions: Strictly avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during application.
Symptoms of Poisoning: Headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, and visual disturbances.
First Aid: In case of poisoning, immediately consult a physician with the pesticide label.
Antidote: There is no specific antidote. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
