Deligade Insecticide (Imidacloprid 17.8% SL)

Advanced Systemic Insecticide for Sucking Pest Management

Deligade is a premium neonicotinoid insecticide containing Imidacloprid 17.8% SL formulation, engineered for superior control of resistant sucking pest populations. Its unique systemic and translaminar action provides both immediate knockdown and extended residual protection (up to 21 days) by disrupting the insect nervous system through nicotinic acetylcholine receptor antagonism.

Technical Specifications:

• Mode of Action: IRAC Group 4A (Neonicotinoid)

• Target Pests: Aphids (Aphis gossypii), Whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci), Leafhoppers (Amrasca biguttula), Thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis)

• Optimal Crops: Cotton, Vegetables (Brinjal, Okra, Tomato), Citrus, Paddy

• Application Protocol:

  • Foliar Spray: 0.3-0.5 ml/L water (500-750 ml/ha)

  • Soil Drench: 2-3 ml/plant (for perennial crops)

• PHI: 7 days for vegetables, 14 days for cotton

Key Advantages:

• Xylem-mobile systemic activity ensures complete plant protection

• Excellent rainfastness (within 2 hours of application)

• Low mammalian toxicity (WHO Class II)

• Compatible with most IPM programs