Product Name: Efficon
Technical Name: Dimpropyridaz 120 g/L
Product Type: Insecticide
Brand Name: BASF
Product Overview:
BASF Efficon is a novel systemic insecticide formulated with Dimpropyridaz 120 g/L, classified under Group 36 by the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee (IRAC). It is designed to control piercing and sucking pests such as whiteflies, aphids, jassids, and thrips across various crops.
Summary:
| Feature |
Details |
| Mode of Action |
Targets TRPV channels in insect sensory organs, disrupting coordination and feeding. |
| IRAC Group |
36 (Pyridazine pyrazolecarboxamides) |
| Target Pests |
Whitefly, aphids, jassids, thrips, leafhoppers, mites |
| Crops |
Cotton, chilli, tomato, brinjal, cucumber, melon, pomegranate, onion, potato, and more |
| Application Rate |
2 mL per liter of water (approx. 300 mL per acre) |
| Water Volume |
150–200 L per acre |
| Pre-Harvest Interval |
3–31 days (varies by crop) |
| Re-entry Interval |
24 hours |
| Environmental Safety |
Compatible with beneficial insects; low toxicity to non-target organisms |
Benefits:
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Rapid Knockdown: Insects stop feeding within hours of exposure.
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Systemic Protection: Protects new growth through translaminar and acropetal movement.
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Broad-Spectrum Control: Effective against a wide range of piercing and sucking pests.
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IPM Compatibility: Safe for use with beneficial insects, enhancing Integrated Pest Management programs.
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Environmental Profile: Low impact on non-target organisms when applied as per label instructions.
Disclaimer
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