SWAL MIT-505 Insecticide - Ethion 50% EC

SWAL MIT-505 Ethion 50% EC Insecticide & Acaricide

SWAL MIT-505 is a contact insecticide and acaricide containing Ethion 50% EC. It belongs to the organophosphorus group and is recommended for controlling several damaging insect pests and mites in crops such as cotton, tea, chilli, gram, and soybean.

MIT-505 acts when the spray comes into direct contact with the target pest. It disrupts the insect nervous system, resulting in paralysis and death. The product is suitable for managing mites, thrips, whiteflies, pod borers, bollworms, aphids, caterpillars, and other listed pests.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Contact insecticide and acaricide containing Ethion 50% EC.
• Effective against a wide range of insect pests and mites.
• Provides quick pest control when applied directly to the target pests.
• Recommended for cotton, tea, chilli, gram, and soybean.
• Controls different mite species, thrips, whiteflies, pod borers, and bollworms.
• Helps protect crops from feeding damage and pest infestation.

Mode of Action

MIT-505 works through direct contact with target insects and mites. Ethion affects the pest nervous system, resulting in paralysis and death. Uniform spray coverage is important for effective performance because the product mainly acts through contact.

Recommended Crops

• Cotton
• Tea
• Chilli
• Gram
• Soybean

Target Pests

• Mites
• Thrips
• Whitefly
• Pod Borer
• Bollworms
• Aphids
• Caterpillars
• Helopeltis

Crop-Wise Recommendation

Note: Use the crop-specific dose and application instructions printed on the product label. For tea, apply as directed after plucking.

Method of Application

1. Fill the spray tank partially with clean water.
2. Add the recommended quantity of MIT-505.
3. Mix thoroughly and add the remaining water.
4. Spray uniformly over the crop foliage.
5. Ensure proper coverage of both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
6. Follow the product label for crop-specific timing and waiting period.

Compatibility

MIT-505 may be compatible with various commonly used insecticides. Conduct a small jar compatibility test before tank mixing and follow the label instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SWAL MIT-505 used for?

It is used to control mites, thrips, whiteflies, pod borers, bollworms, aphids, caterpillars, and other listed pests.

What is the active ingredient in MIT-505?

It contains Ethion 50% EC.

How does MIT-505 work?

It acts through contact and disrupts the nervous system of target insects and mites.

Which crops are recommended?

It is recommended for cotton, tea, chilli, gram, and soybean according to the product label.

How should it be applied?

Apply as a uniform foliar spray using the crop-specific dosage and water volume mentioned on the product label.