Common Name | Abamectin |
Other Name | Avermectin 5-O-demethylavermectin A1a (i) mixture with5-O-demethyl-25-de (1-methylpropyl) 25-(1-methylethyl) avermectin A1a (ii) |
Molecular formula | C48H72O14 (avermectin B1a); C47H70O14 (avermectin B1b) |
Formulation Type | Abamectin Technical:5%TC97%TC, Abamectin Formulations: 1.8% EC, 2%EC.3.6% EC, 5.4% EC.1.8%EW,3.6EW |
Mode of Action | Abamectin attacks the nerve system of insects and mites, causing paralysis within hours. The paralysis can not be reversed. Abamectin is active once eaten (stomach poison) although there is some contact activity. Maximum mortality occurs in 3-4 days |
Formulation | Crop | Insects | Dosage |
3.6%EC | Beans | vegetable leafminer | 14.4-21.6g/ha. |