Lufenuron

Biochemistry Inhibits chitin synthesis. Mode of action Acts mostly by ingestion; larvae are unable to moult, and also cease feeding. Uses Insect growth regulator for control of Lepidoptera and Coleoptera larvae on cotton, maize and vegetables; and citrus whitefly and rust mites on citrus fruit, at 10-50 g/ha. Also for the prevention and control of flea infestations on pets. Formulation types EC. Compatibility Not compatible with pesticides with alkaline reaction (lime sulfur, copper).

103055-07-8

95%TC 30%WDG 30%WP 5%EC

Mode of action: Non-systemic insecticide which penetrates leaf tissues by translaminar movement. Paralyses the Lepidoptera, which stop feeding within hours of ingestion, and die 2–4 dat.

Targets: Rice leaf folder, Diamondback moth, Red mites, Jumping plantlices, Nematode, leafminer.

Crops: Rice, vegetables, fruit trees, cotton etc.