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Formulation
About Product
Active Ingredient:
Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG
Product Overview
EmaStar is a highly effective insecticide from the avermectin class, specifically designed for controlling lepidopteran larvae (caterpillars and borers) across a wide range of crops.
Key Benefits
Highly effective against lepidopteran larvae — bollworms, fruit borers, DBM
Rapid action — larvae stop feeding within hours of exposure
Active at low doses, reducing pesticide load per acre
Short pre-harvest interval (PHI) for vegetable crops
Compatible with IPM programs and beneficial insect conservation
Specifications
| Product Name | EmaStar |
| Available Pack Size | 250 gm, 500 gm |
| Category | Crop Protection – Insecticide |
| Active Ingredient | Emamectin Benzoate 5% |
| Formulation | SG (Soluble Granule) |
| IRAC Group | Group 6 – Avermectin |
| Mode of Action | GABA receptor chloride channel activator |
| Crop | Target Pest | Dosage (g/acre) | Waiting Period (Days) | Remarks |
| Cotton | Bollworms (Helicoverpa, Spodoptera) | 76–88 g | 10 | Early larval stage control |
| Okra (Bhindi) | Fruit & Shoot Borer | 54–68 g | 5 | Preventive + curative |
| Cabbage | Diamond Back Moth (DBM) | 60–80 g | 3 | Highly effective on DBM |
| Chilli | Fruit borer, Thrips, Mites | 80 g | 3 | Thrips suppression also |
| Brinjal | Fruit & Shoot Borer | 80 g | 3 | Regular scouting required |
| Red Gram (Tur) | Pod borer | 88 g | 14 | Critical at flowering stage |
| Chickpea (Gram) | Pod borer | 88 g | 14 | Apply at 50% flowering |
| Grapes | Thrips | 88 g | 5 | Quality improvement |
| Tea | Tea looper | 80 g | 1 | Short PHI advantage |
Usage Guidance
| Situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Best timing | Spray at early larval stage (1st–2nd instar) |
| Spray interval | Repeat after 7–10 days if infestation persists |
| Coverage | Ensure uniform leaf coverage (especially underside) |
| Mixing | Use sticker/spreader for better adherence |
| Resistance management | Rotate with different MoA insecticides |
| Ideal time | Early morning or evening spray |
| Do’s |
|---|
| Follow recommended dose strictly |
| Spray at initial pest incidence |
| Use protective gear (gloves, mask) |
| Ensure proper agitation & mixing |
| Maintain waiting period before harvest |
| Don’ts |
|---|
| Do not spray during peak sunlight or high temperature |
| Avoid overdose (resistance risk) |
| Do not mix with alkaline pesticides |
| Avoid spraying during bee activity |
| Do not spray against wind direction |
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