UPL Lancer Insecticide is a broad-spectrum organophosphate insecticide containing Acephate 75% SP. It provides systemic, contact and stomach action against label-listed sucking and chewing insect pests in crops such as paddy and cotton.
Acephate is absorbed by treated foliage and moves within plant tissues, helping protect treated crop parts from feeding insects. Apply Lancer at the early stage of pest infestation and ensure uniform spray coverage according to the crop-specific instructions printed on the product label.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | UPL Lancer Insecticide |
| Brand | UPL |
| Technical Name | Acephate 75% SP |
| Product Category | Systemic insecticide |
| Formulation | SP – Soluble Powder |
| Chemical Group | Organophosphate insecticide |
| IRAC Group | Group 1B – Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor |
| Type of Action | Systemic, contact and stomach action |
| Recommended Crops | Paddy and cotton, subject to the current product label |
| Target Pests | Planthoppers, leaf folders, jassids and bollworms |
| Application Method | Foliar spray |
| Component | Concentration |
|---|---|
| Acephate active ingredient | 75% |
| Formulation ingredients | Quantity sufficient to make 100% |
| Formulation type | Soluble Powder (SP) |
| Crop | Target Pest | How It Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Paddy | Planthoppers | Helps manage sap-feeding planthoppers when applied according to label recommendations. |
| Paddy | Leaf folder | Helps reduce leaf-feeding damage during the early stage of infestation. |
| Cotton | Jassids | Supports control of jassids feeding on tender cotton foliage. |
| Cotton | Bollworms | Helps manage label-listed bollworms under timely application practices. |
| Pest | Typical Crop Damage |
|---|---|
| Planthoppers | Suck plant sap and may cause yellowing, weakening and hopper-burn symptoms under severe infestation. |
| Leaf folders | Fold paddy leaves and feed inside them, reducing the functional green leaf area. |
| Jassids | Feed on leaf sap and may cause curling, yellowing and hopper-burn symptoms in cotton. |
| Bollworms | Feed on squares, flowers and bolls, potentially affecting cotton development and quality. |
| Crop | Target Pest | Indicative Formulation Dose | Water Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy | Planthoppers and leaf folders | 666–1000 g per hectare | 300–500 litres per hectare |
| Cotton | Jassids | Approximately 390 g per hectare | 500–1000 litres per hectare |
| Cotton | Bollworms | Approximately 780 g per hectare | 500–1000 litres per hectare |
Dose note: These are formulation-level reference doses for Acephate 75% SP. Registration directions can be revised and may vary by crop, pest and label edition. Confirm the exact UPL Lancer dose from the current pack label before application.
Apply when the target pest first reaches an actionable level. Avoid spraying during strong wind, expected rainfall or intense afternoon heat. Follow the label-prescribed waiting period, re-entry interval and personal-protection requirements.
Acephate belongs to IRAC Group 1B. It inhibits the acetylcholinesterase enzyme in the insect nervous system, leading to an abnormal accumulation of acetylcholine. This causes continuous nerve stimulation, paralysis and eventual death of susceptible pests.
In susceptible insects, some ingested acephate can be converted into methamidophos, which also inhibits acetylcholinesterase. Product efficacy depends on correct pest identification, application timing, dose and spray coverage.
UPL Lancer is an organophosphate insecticide containing Acephate 75% SP. It provides systemic, contact and stomach activity against label-listed pests.
Acephate 75% SP has registered recommendations for specified pests in paddy and cotton. Always confirm the crops and pests from the current UPL Lancer label before spraying.
Label-listed uses include planthoppers and leaf folders in paddy and jassids and bollworms in cotton.
Yes. Acephate is absorbed by treated plant tissue and provides systemic activity along with contact and stomach action.
Residual performance varies with the crop, pest pressure, weather, growth stage and application quality. Do not promise a fixed 10–15 day protection period; follow the label regarding spray timing and repeat application.
Avoid mixing it with strongly alkaline materials unless specifically permitted by the label. Confirm compatibility before preparing any tank mixture and conduct a jar test where appropriate.
Acephate is an organophosphate pesticide and can affect the nervous system. Wear label-specified protective equipment and prevent inhalation, ingestion and contact with skin or eyes.
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.
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