Dimethoate 30% EC is a broad-spectrum systemic organophosphate insecticide used for the management of several economically important sucking and other insect pests in agricultural and horticultural crops. The formulation contains 30% Dimethoate as the active ingredient in an Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) formulation.
After application, Dimethoate is absorbed by plant tissues and helps protect the crop from susceptible insect pests feeding on treated plants. It is particularly useful against a range of sucking pests such as aphids, thrips, jassids, whiteflies, scales and certain other crop-damaging insects.
| Technical Name | Dimethoate 30% EC |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Dimethoate |
| Concentration | 30% |
| Formulation | EC – Emulsifiable Concentrate |
| Pesticide Type | Insecticide |
| Chemical Group | Organophosphate |
| IRAC Group | Group 1B |
| Mode of Action Group | Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) Inhibitor |
| Action | Systemic |
Dimethoate belongs to the organophosphate group of insecticides and works by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE) in susceptible insects. This interferes with normal transmission of nerve signals in the insect nervous system, ultimately resulting in loss of normal body functions and control of the target pest.
Its systemic movement within treated plant tissues makes it particularly useful against insects that feed by sucking plant sap and may be difficult to reach through surface spray alone.
Depending on the registered product label and crop, Dimethoate 30% EC may be used against pests such as:
| Crop | Important Target Pests |
|---|---|
| Cabbage & Cauliflower | Aphids, Painted Bug and Mustard Aphid |
| Chilli | Mites and Thrips |
| Onion | Thrips |
| Potato | Aphids |
| Tomato | Whitefly |
| Bhindi / Okra | Aphids and Leafhopper |
| Brinjal | Jassids and Shoot Borer |
| Mango | Mealybug and Hoppers |
| Citrus | Black Citrus Aphid |
| Banana | Aphids and Lace Wing Bug |
| Rose | Scales and Thrips |
| Apple | Stem Borer |
| Apricot | Aphids |
| Fig | Jassids |
Dimethoate is classified under IRAC Group 1B. Insects require the acetylcholinesterase enzyme for normal functioning of their nervous system. Dimethoate inhibits this enzyme, causing excessive accumulation of acetylcholine at nerve junctions and disrupting normal nerve transmission.
Because it belongs to Group 1B, repeated and continuous use of insecticides with the same mode of action should be avoided where resistance-management programmes recommend rotation with suitable insecticides having different modes of action.
EC stands for Emulsifiable Concentrate. In an EC formulation, the active ingredient is formulated in a liquid concentrate that forms an emulsion when mixed with the recommended quantity of water. This enables the formulation to be diluted for agricultural spray applications according to the approved product label.
Dimethoate 30% EC is a systemic organophosphate insecticide containing Dimethoate as its active ingredient in an emulsifiable concentrate formulation.
Registered Dimethoate 30% EC products may be recommended for pests including aphids, thrips, jassids, whiteflies, mites, mealybugs, hoppers, scales and certain other crop-specific insects.
Yes. Dimethoate is classified as a systemic insecticide and can be absorbed into treated plant tissues.
Dimethoate belongs to IRAC Group 1B, which includes organophosphate insecticides that inhibit acetylcholinesterase.
It is supplied as an Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) formulation containing 30% Dimethoate.
No. Crop, pest, dose, application method, waiting period and other directions depend on the registration and label of the specific Dimethoate 30% EC product. It should only be used on crops and pests mentioned on the approved product label.
Disclaimer: The information above is provided for general technical reference. Crop recommendations, pest claims, dosage, application frequency, waiting period and restrictions may vary by registered product and manufacturer. Always read and follow the product label and leaflet before use. Use plant-protection products only for approved crops and target pests.
