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Abamectin 1.8% EC

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1、Product Feature

A natural avermectin derived from the soil bacterium Streptomyces avermitilis.

Acts as an insecticide and acaricide, affecting the nervous system of pests.

Causes paralysis and death of insects and mites by interfering with neural and muscular transmission.

2、Advantage

Effective against a wide range of mites and insects.

Low toxicity to humans and beneficial insects when used as directed.

Rapid action and long residual control reduce the need for frequent applications.

Enhances crop yield and quality by minimizing pest damage.

Easy to apply with uniform coverage and effective control.

3、Applicable Crops

Vegetables, fruits, cotton, ornamentals,etc.

4、Targets

Mites, leaf miners, aphids, thrips.

5、Uses and Recommendations

Crops	Targets	Dosage	Application Method
Vegetables	Mites, aphids	300-500 ml/ha	Foliar spray
Fruits	Leaf miners	200-400 ml/ha	Foliar spray
Cotton	Thrips	250-450 ml/ha	Foliar spray
Ornamentals	Mites, thrips	300-500 ml/ha	Foliar spray

6、Cautions

Avoid application during hot, dry conditions to prevent plant stress.

Use PPE to avoid skin and eye contact during handling and application.

Follow all safety guidelines to prevent contamination of water sources.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Effective Miticide Insecticide for Spider Mite Control

What is Abamectin?

Derived from the natural bacterium Streptomyces avermitilis, this miticide insecticide is highly effective for pest control. It is commonly used to manage spider mite infestations on plants, trees, and even artificial Christmas trees.

How Does It Work?

This pesticide functions as a nerve poison, targeting the central and peripheral nervous systems of pests. When ingested or absorbed through contact, it spreads the poison throughout the pest's body, disrupting motor neurons and sensory neurons. This interference paralyzes pests, such as spider mites, over a few days. Unlike some highly toxic chemicals, it allows time for pests to share contact or food with others, effectively controlling populations.

Mode of Action

The product’s mode of action involves binding to nerve receptors in the pests' brains and spinal cords, blocking normal electrical signals. This process impacts the pests’ motor and sensory functions, leading to paralysis and death. This targeted action makes it particularly effective for use on the undersides of leaves, where pests like spider mites thrive.

Benefits

Precise Targeting: Its nerve poison mechanism ensures efficient pest elimination without harming predatory mites like Phytoseiulus persimilis.

Versatility: Use on a variety of surfaces, including garden plants, real trees, and artificial Christmas decorations.

Systemic Reach: Once pests ingest or come into contact with it, the poison spreads effectively through their systems, even allowing for control via food sharing among pests.

Drawbacks

Slow Action: It takes 2 to 4 days for full pest elimination.

Potential Resistance: Overuse can reduce efficacy against pests.

Limited Residual Effectiveness: Environmental factors like drought stress may require additional applications.

Safety Profile

When used as directed, the product is safe for humans and pets. While not considered highly toxic in regulated applications, direct contact should be avoided. Follow all safety guidelines to ensure proper handling and application.

What to Expect

Visible effects on pest populations begin within days. Pest paralysis indicates the nerve poison is working, but complete eradication requires patience. Monitoring for re-infestation and reapplying as needed ensures long-term effectiveness.