Sumil Chemicals Metastar Insecticide (Bifenthrin 10% EC)

Broad-Spectrum Synthetic Pyrethroid Insecticide for Sucking and Chewing Pests

Sumil Chemicals Metastar Insecticide (Bifenthrin 10% EC) is a broad-spectrum synthetic pyrethroid insecticide developed for management of important sucking and chewing insect pests in crops. It provides contact and stomach action and is useful against pests such as bollworms, whiteflies, stem borers, leaf folders, green leaf hoppers and termites in label-recommended crops.

Metastar acts on the insect nervous system and provides quick knockdown of susceptible pests. It is recommended for use in cotton, rice and sugarcane according to the registered Bifenthrin 10% EC use pattern.

Product Specifications

Technical Composition

Key Features of Sumil Chemicals Metastar

• Broad-Spectrum Insecticide: Helps control both sucking and chewing insect pests.
• Quick Knockdown: Synthetic pyrethroid action can provide rapid control of susceptible insects.
• Contact Action: Acts when insects come into direct contact with treated crop surfaces.
• Stomach Action: Also affects susceptible pests after ingestion of treated plant material.
• Multiple Crop Uses: Registered Bifenthrin 10% EC uses include cotton, rice and sugarcane.
• Multiple Pest Targets: Useful against bollworms, whiteflies, stem borers, leaf folders, green leaf hoppers and termites.
• Foliar Application: Suitable for standard crop spraying in cotton and rice according to label directions.

Benefits of Metastar Insecticide

• Helps manage bollworms in cotton.
• Helps control whiteflies in cotton.
• Helps manage stem borer in rice.
• Helps control leaf folder in rice.
• Helps manage green leaf hopper in rice.
• Helps control termites in sugarcane.
• Provides both contact and stomach insecticidal activity.
• Helps reduce feeding damage and crop losses caused by susceptible pests.

Recommended Crops, Target Pests and Dosage

Use the current Metastar product label as the final authority for crop-specific dose, pest stage, application technique and spray-water volume.

Waiting Period

Always observe the waiting period stated on the current product label before harvesting the treated crop.

Mode of Action

Bifenthrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that acts on the insect nervous system by affecting voltage-gated sodium channels. This interferes with normal nerve impulse transmission and can lead to hyperexcitation, paralysis and death of susceptible pests.

Metastar acts through both contact and ingestion, which makes it useful against exposed sucking pests as well as chewing insects that feed on treated plant tissue.

Metastar for Cotton Bollworm

Bollworms can damage cotton squares, flowers and developing bolls, directly affecting crop productivity. Metastar is recommended for bollworm management in cotton at the label-recommended dose.

For better results, monitor the crop regularly and apply when pest populations reach the recommended treatment threshold.

Metastar for Cotton Whitefly

Whiteflies suck sap from leaves and may weaken the crop under heavy infestation. Honeydew produced by whiteflies can also encourage sooty mould development on plant surfaces.

Metastar helps manage susceptible whitefly populations in cotton when used at the recommended application rate.

Metastar for Rice Stem Borer

Stem borer larvae damage rice plants by boring into stems. Depending on crop stage, infestation can result in symptoms such as dead hearts or white earheads.

Metastar is registered for rice stem borer management as part of the Bifenthrin 10% EC use pattern.

Metastar for Rice Leaf Folder

Rice leaf folder larvae fold leaves and feed inside them, scraping green tissue and reducing the photosynthetic area of the crop.

Timely application of Metastar according to pest scouting and label recommendations can help reduce leaf folder damage.

Metastar for Green Leaf Hopper

Green leaf hoppers are sap-feeding pests that can reduce crop vigour when populations become high. They are included among the registered target pests for Bifenthrin 10% EC in rice.

Metastar for Sugarcane Termites

Termites can attack sugarcane setts and underground plant parts, particularly under favourable soil conditions. Severe infestation can affect crop establishment and stand.

Metastar is recommended against termites in sugarcane at the crop-specific registered dose. Follow the current label for the exact application technique.

How to Use Sumil Chemicals Metastar

1. Inspect the crop and correctly identify the target insect pest.
2. Confirm that the crop and pest are listed on the current Metastar label.
3. Measure the required quantity accurately.
4. Partially fill the spray tank with clean water.
5. Add the measured quantity of Metastar to a small quantity of water and mix thoroughly.
6. Add the mixture to the spray tank while stirring.
7. Add the remaining required water and mix thoroughly.
8. Apply uniformly using properly calibrated spraying equipment.
9. Ensure adequate coverage of pest-prone crop parts.

Best Time to Apply

Apply Metastar when field scouting shows that the target pest population has reached the recommended economic threshold level.

Early treatment can help manage pests before severe crop damage develops. Avoid unnecessary calendar-based spraying.

Application Tips

• Use the exact crop-specific dose stated on the label.
• Apply only when the target pest is present at the recommended threshold.
• Ensure uniform spray coverage.
• Use properly calibrated spraying equipment.
• Avoid spraying during strong winds.
• Avoid spraying immediately before rainfall.
• Do not exceed the recommended application rate.
• Follow the label instructions regarding the maximum number of applications.

Maximum Number of Applications

The Bifenthrin 10% EC registered label advises making no more than two applications during a crop cycle. Follow the current Metastar label for the final crop-specific application schedule.

Insecticide Stewardship

Bifenthrin belongs to the synthetic pyrethroid insecticide group. Repeated use of insecticides with the same mode of action can increase selection pressure for resistant pest populations.

Where repeated treatments are required, rotate with suitable insecticides from different mode-of-action groups and combine chemical control with regular scouting, cultural practices and conservation of beneficial organisms where practical.

Safety Precautions

• Wear suitable gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and a mask during mixing and spraying.
• Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
• Avoid inhaling spray mist.
• Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the insecticide.
• Do not mix the insecticide with bare hands.
• Apply in the direction of the wind and avoid spray drift onto the operator.
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after use.
• Keep away from children, animals, food and animal feed.
• Avoid contamination of ponds, canals and other water sources.

Important Environmental Precautions

Bifenthrin can be hazardous to aquatic organisms and can also pose risks to pollinators. Avoid contamination of water bodies and do not allow spray drift into ponds, streams, aquaculture areas or other sensitive environments.

Avoid unnecessary spraying during periods of active bee foraging and follow all environmental precautions stated on the current product label.

Why Farmers Can Choose Sumil Chemicals Metastar

• Contains Bifenthrin 10% EC.
• Broad-spectrum synthetic pyrethroid insecticide.
• Provides contact and stomach action.
• Helps manage bollworm and whitefly in cotton.
• Helps manage stem borer, leaf folder and green leaf hopper in rice.
• Helps control termites in sugarcane.
• Provides quick knockdown of susceptible pests.
• Suitable for need-based crop pest-management programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is Sumil Chemicals Metastar?

Sumil Chemicals Metastar is a broad-spectrum insecticide containing Bifenthrin 10% EC.

Q2. Is Metastar the same as FENSTAR?

No. Metastar is the Sumil Chemicals brand referenced here. FENSTAR is a different trade name and should not be used as the product name for this listing.

Q3. What is the technical composition of Metastar?

Metastar contains Bifenthrin 10% EC.

Q4. Which crops is Bifenthrin 10% EC registered for?

The registered uses covered here include cotton, rice and sugarcane.

Q5. Which pests does Metastar control in cotton?

It is recommended against bollworms and whiteflies in cotton.

Q6. What is the Metastar dose for cotton?

The registered Bifenthrin 10% EC rate is 800 ml per hectare, equivalent to approximately 320 ml per acre.

Q7. Which pests does Metastar control in rice?

It is recommended against stem borer, leaf folder and green leaf hopper in rice.

Q8. What is the dose for rice?

The registered rate is 500 ml per hectare, equivalent to approximately 200 ml per acre.

Q9. Can Metastar control termites in sugarcane?

Yes. Termites in sugarcane are included in the registered Bifenthrin 10% EC use pattern.

Q10. What is the dose for sugarcane termites?

The registered rate is 1000 ml per hectare, equivalent to approximately 400 ml per acre.

Q11. Is Metastar systemic?

No. Bifenthrin 10% EC is primarily a contact and stomach-action synthetic pyrethroid insecticide rather than a conventional systemic insecticide.

Q12. How does Metastar work?

Bifenthrin affects voltage-gated sodium channels in the insect nervous system, disrupting normal nerve transmission and causing paralysis in susceptible pests.

Q13. How many times can Metastar be applied in one crop cycle?

The registered Bifenthrin 10% EC label advises no more than two applications in a crop cycle. Always confirm this on the current Metastar label.

Q14. Can Metastar be used on other crops?

Use it only on crops and pests specifically mentioned on the current registered Metastar product label.

Sumil Chemicals Metastar for Cotton, Rice and Sugarcane Pest Management

Sumil Chemicals Metastar Insecticide (Bifenthrin 10% EC) is a broad-spectrum synthetic pyrethroid insecticide with contact and stomach action. It is used for management of bollworm and whitefly in cotton, stem borer, leaf folder and green leaf hopper in rice, and termites in sugarcane when applied at the recommended dose and crop stage.

Disclaimer: The details provided are for informational guidance only. Always adhere to the recommended application instructions as stated on the product label and in the accompanying leaflet.