Decis Insecticide
About Decis 2.8 EC Insecticide
Decis Insecticide is one of the most effective synthetic pyrethroid, photo-stable insecticides used in agriculture. It provides non-systemic action through contact and ingestion, offering broad-spectrum control of both chewing and sucking insects.
Known for its remarkable knockdown effect, Decis ensures fast and effective pest control in a wide range of crops.
Technical Details
- Technical Content: Deltamethrin 2.8 EC (2.8% w/w)
- Mode of Entry: Contact and ingestion (non-systemic)
- Mode of Action: Disrupts insect nerve transmission by affecting sodium channel function in the axon. High lipophilicity allows better penetration into the insect cuticle.
Key Features & Benefits
- Good residual activity supported by unique physico-chemical properties
- Soluble in fatty tissues – penetrates effectively into leaf cuticles
- Low solubility in water – provides excellent rainfastness
- Low vapor pressure – minimizes evaporation loss
- Highly effective due to use of a single pure isomer
- Repellent and anti-feeding properties
- Compatible with sticking agents
- Suitable for areas practicing aquaculture and beekeeping
Recommended Crops & Usage
| Crop | Target Pest | Formulation (ml/Ha or ml/L) | Dilution (Liters) | Waiting Period (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworm, Sucking Insects | 500 ml/Ha | 400–600 | – |
| Okra | Fruit & Shoot Borer, Jassids | 400 ml/Ha | 400–600 | 1 |
| Tea | Thrips, Leaf Roller, Semi-Looper | 100–150 ml/Ha | 400–600 | 3 |
| Mango | Hoppers | 0.3–0.5 ml/L | – | 1 |
| Chilli | Fruit Borer, Heliothis, Spodoptera | 1.5–2 ml/L | – | – |
| Chickpea | Heliothis | 1.5–2 ml/L | – | – |
| Brinjal | Shoot & Fruit Borer | 1.5–2 ml/L | – | – |
| Red Gram | Pod Borer, Pod Fly | 1.5–2 ml/L | – | – |
| Groundnut | Leaf Miner | 1.5–2 ml/L | – | – |
Method of Application
Apply as a foliar spray. Ensure thorough coverage of plant surfaces to achieve optimal control. Use adequate spray volume depending on crop density.
Additional Information
- Non-systemic contact insecticide – ideal for integrated pest management programs
- Recommended for use in regions with aquaculture and beekeeping activities
- Safe when used as per label instructions
| Unit: ml |
| Chemical: Deltamethrin 02.80% EC |