Sumitomo Kemcron is a broad-spectrum insecticide containing Profenophos 50% EC. It provides fast knockdown and long-lasting protection against a wide variety of pests, including sucking insects and lepidopteran larvae. With its dual contact and stomach action, Kemcron ensures effective control of pests such as thrips, aphids, jassids, bollworms, whiteflies, and mites in several crops like cotton, soybean, and tea.
| Technical Name | Profenophos 50% EC |
|---|---|
| Formulation Type | Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) |
| Mode of Action | Contact and stomach poison. Disrupts pest nervous system function. Translaminar activity enables it to reach hidden pests within the crop canopy. |
| Recommended Crops | Cotton, Soybean, Tea |
| Target Pests | Bollworm, Jassids, Aphids, Thrips, Whiteflies, Semilooper, Girdle Beetle, Red Spider Mites, Pink Mites, Tea Mosquito Bug, Looper Caterpillar |
| Dosage | 1.5–2 ml per liter of water |
| Restricted Usage | Restricted for use in Kerala State |
Profenophos acts by contact and ingestion. It targets the pest’s central nervous system, disrupting normal nerve function and leading to paralysis and death. Its translaminar movement allows the insecticide to penetrate the leaf surface, controlling pests that hide on the underside or within plant tissues.
| Crop | Target Pests | Dosage (per liter of water) | Application Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworms, Aphids, Whiteflies, Jassids, Thrips | 1.5–2 ml | Foliar spray ensuring full coverage |
| Soybean | Girdle Beetle, Semilooper, Leaf Miners | 1.5–2 ml | Foliar spray |
| Tea | Red Spider Mite, Pink Mite, Tea Mosquito Bug, Looper Caterpillar | 1.5–2 ml | Foliar spray |
Q1: What is the active ingredient in Sumitomo Kemcron?
The active ingredient is Profenophos 50% EC.
Q2: How does Kemcron work?
It acts through contact and stomach action, disrupting the pest’s nervous system and causing paralysis and death.
Q3: What crops is it suitable for?
It is recommended for use on cotton, soybean, and tea crops.
Q4: Can it control mites?
Yes, it is effective against red spider mites and pink mites in tea and other crops.
Q5: Is it allowed in all Indian states?
No, its use is restricted in Kerala State.
Disclaimer: The information above is intended for reference only. Always follow the directions and safety guidelines provid
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