IPL Astron Insecticide (Thiamethoxam 12.6% + Lambda-Cyhalothrin 9.5% ZC)

IPL Astron by India Pesticides Limited is a next-generation insecticide formulated with Thiamethoxam 12.6% + Lambda-Cyhalothrin 9.5% ZC. This advanced ZC (capsule suspension + suspension concentrate) technology provides dual action — systemic and contact — ensuring quick knockdown and long-lasting protection against both sucking and chewing pests. Ideal for crops like cotton, chilli, brinjal, tomato, okra, pulses, and soybean, Astron enhances pest control efficiency, improves crop health, and boosts yield quality.

Product Specifications

Brand	IPL Astron
Manufacturer	India Pesticides Limited
Technical Content	Thiamethoxam 12.6% + Lambda-Cyhalothrin 9.5% ZC
Formulation Type	ZC (Capsule Suspension + Suspension Concentrate)
Mode of Action	Systemic and Contact Action – Dual activity against sucking and chewing pests
Recommended Crops	Cotton, Chilli, Brinjal, Tomato, Okra, Pulses, Soybean, and other vegetables & oilseeds
Dosage	60 to 150 ml per acre

Mode of Action

Thiamethoxam: A neonicotinoid insecticide that acts systemically by targeting nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in insects, disrupting their nervous system and stopping feeding activity.
Lambda-Cyhalothrin: A pyrethroid insecticide with contact and stomach action that affects insect nerve impulses, leading to paralysis and death.
The combination delivers fast knockdown, prolonged residual activity, and effective resistance management.

Key Features & Benefits

Dual Mode of Action: Combines systemic and contact properties for complete pest control.
Fast Knockdown Effect: Provides immediate action on contact pests.
Long-Lasting Protection: Ensures extended pest control through residual activity.
Effective Against Both Pest Types: Controls sucking insects and chewing pests efficiently.
Crop Health Booster: Promotes better establishment, leaf vigor, and healthy growth.
Resistance Management: Helps delay pest resistance through dual chemistry action.
Compatibility: Can be tank-mixed with most commonly used agrochemicals.

Target Pests

Whiteflies
Aphids
Jassids
Thrips
Bollworms
Leafhoppers
Flea Beetles
Shoot and Fruit Borers

Recommended Crops & Dosage

Crop	Target Pests	Recommended Dosage
Cotton	Whiteflies, Aphids, Jassids, Bollworms	100–150 ml per acre
Chilli	Thrips, Fruit Borers	80–120 ml per acre
Brinjal	Shoot and Fruit Borers	60–100 ml per acre
Tomato	Leafhoppers, Aphids	60–100 ml per acre
Okra	Whiteflies, Fruit Borers	80–120 ml per acre
Pulses & Soybean	Leafhoppers, Jassids, Caterpillars	100–150 ml per acre

Application Guidelines

Apply at the early stage of pest infestation or as soon as pests appear.
Ensure uniform coverage by using adequate water (200–250 litres per acre).
Repeat application at 10–15 day intervals depending on pest pressure and crop condition.
Avoid spraying during strong winds or rain to prevent drift or wash-off.