Active ingredient

Flucythrinate

Description

Flucythrinate is a highly effective active ingredient belonging to the synthetic pyrethroid class of insecticides. This chemical is widely used in agriculture for the systematic protection of various crops from harmful insects. Due to its specific chemical structure, the substance quickly inhibits pest activity, effectively preventing significant damage to the crop yield.

The mechanism of action for flucythrinate centers on the disruption of the target insect's nervous system. The substance impacts sodium channels within nerve cell membranes, triggering persistent depolarization. This leads to the disruption of nerve impulse conduction, causing rapid paralysis and inevitable death of the pests shortly after exposure to the active compound.

Flucythrinate demonstrates excellent performance against a broad spectrum of pests, including members of the orders Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, and Hemiptera. It is utilized on a variety of crops, such as small grains, corn, cotton, vegetables, and fruit orchards, providing robust control over adults and larvae that damage vegetative parts of the plants.

Application specifics require precise adherence to dosage rates and timing schedules. Because the substance acts primarily through contact and ingestion, it is crucial to achieve thorough and uniform coverage of the plant canopy during spraying to ensure maximum efficacy and optimal contact with the target pest population.

Safety precautions are mandatory when handling this chemical. Flucythrinate is toxic to bees and aquatic organisms, so spraying during crop blooming and near water bodies is strictly prohibited. Personnel must wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including skin and respiratory protection, and strictly follow the pre-harvest intervals established for each specific crop.

Regulatory

Status in the European Union

Not approved in the EU

CAS number
70124-77-5
Category (EU)
IN - Insecticide
ADI
0.02 mg/kg bw/day
EU legislation

Regulatory status data: EU Pesticides Database © European Union, CC BY 4.0. EU status is for reference only and does not replace national registration in your country.

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