Description 

Protek Sipermetrien 1L is a broad-spectrum insecticide formulated as an emulsifiable concentrate. Its active ingredient, cypermethrin (200 g/L), is a synthetic pyrethroid known for its contact and stomach action against a wide range of insect pests.

🌿 Key Features

• Active Ingredient: Cypermethrin 200 g/L

• Formulation: Emulsifiable concentrate

• Mode of Action: Contact and stomach insecticide

• Application Methods: Foliar spray

• Safety Classification: Harmful (Reg. No. L4889)

✅ Target Pests

Protek Sipermetrien effectively controls a variety of insect pests, including:

• African bollworm

• American bollworm

• Army worms

• Banded fruit weevils

• Codling moths

• Cutworms

• Diamondback moth larvae

• False codling moths

• Fruit flies

• Lucerne caterpillars

• Pine emperor moth larvae

• Red bollworms

• Spiny bollworms

• Stainers and semi-loopers

• Stalk borers

• Stink bugs

• Wattle bugworms

• Willow tree emperor moth larvae

⚠️ Safety Precautions

• Toxicity: Harmful by contact, swallowing, or inhalation.

• Irritation: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.

• Environmental Impact: Very toxic to fish and highly toxic to bees.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from food and feedstuffs.

• Flammability: Flammable – do not store near open flame.

• First Aid: In case of poisoning, call a doctor and make the label available to him/her. 

🧪 Application Guidelines

• Mixing Instructions:

  1. Half-fill the spray tank with clean water.

  2. Ensure the pH of the water is around 4.

  3. Add the required amount of Protek Sipermetrien to the water.

  4. Fill the tank to the desired volume with water.

  5. Ensure thorough mixing before application.

  6. Application Rates:

  • Crops: Suitable for use on various crops, including tomatoes, maize, sweetcorn, peas, peaches, and sorghum.

  • Dosage: Application rates vary depending on the crop and pest. For example, for maize and sweetcorn, apply 3.5 mL per 100 meters of plant row.

  • Timing: Apply at the first signs of pest infestation.

  • Frequency: Repeat applications as necessary, following the recommended intervals.

💡 Additional Information

• Compatibility: Protek Sipermetrien is compatible with a wide range of pesticides. However, it should not be mixed with seaweed extract or certain other chemicals.

• pH Considerations: The efficacy of Protek Sipermetrien can be affected at high pH values. It is more stable at a pH around 4.

• Additives: The addition of molasses can reduce evaporation of the spray mist.