Active Ingredient: Lambda-cyhalothrin, a synthetic pyrethroid (Group 3 insecticide).
Formulation: Typically available as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) or capsule suspension (CS), depending on the market. For example, Karate Zeon 50 CS contains 50 g/L and is formulated as a capsule suspension.
Mode of Action: A fast-acting nerve poison, effective by both contact and stomach action, with efficacy across all insect life stages including eggs, larvae, and adults.
Karate offers broad-spectrum pest control across various crop types:
Vegetables, Cereals, Cotton, etc.: Controls biting, chewing, and sucking pests such as aphids, armyworms, beetles, leafhoppers, stem borers, and more.
Specific Insect Examples: Includes diamondback moth (Plutella spp.), cabbage loopers, bollworms, cutworms, rice pests like stem borers, and cereal leaf beetles.
Knockdown & Residual Control: Delivers rapid immobilization of pests, with residual protection lasting up to 14 days.
Dosage (Typical Guidelines):
Vegetables: ~80–100 mL per acre (source indicates).
Cotton & Other Crops: Similar ranges apply, adjusted based on crop and pest pressure.
Coverage Requirements: Full foliage coverage is critical. Use at least 10 gallons per acre by ground, or 2 gallons per acre by air; increase volume under dense canopy or high pest pressure.
Highly toxic if swallowed; causes moderate eye irritation and harmful if absorbed via skin. Known to cause tingling or burning sensations.
Use full PPE: gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and wash thoroughly after use.
Extremely toxic to fish and aquatic life—do not apply near water bodies or under drift-prone conditions.
Toxic to bees—avoid spraying on blooming crops or when bees are active.
Maintain vegetative buffer strips (e.g., 10 ft.) adjacent to water sources to minimize runoff risks.
Belongs to Insecticide Group 3. Repeated use can lead to resistance. Rotate with other modes of action and consult local guidance.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Lambda-cyhalothrin (Group 3 pyrethroid) |
| Formulation | EC (5% w/v typical) or CS (e.g., 50 g/L) |
| Target Pests | Chewing (caterpillars), sucking (aphids), and others |
| Crops | Vegetables, cereals, cotton, fruits, more |
| Dosage (Veggies) | ~80–100 mL per acre (adjust per local guidelines) |
| Application Volume | ≥10 gal/acre ground, ≥2 gal/acre aerial |
| Residual Control | Up to ~14 days |
| Safety & PPE | Essential due to toxicity—wear full protection |
| Environmental Risk | High—avoid water bodies and bee-active areas |
| Resistance | Rotate with different chemistries; limited repeat use |
Let me know:
Your crop type (e.g., chili, rice, maize, fruit trees).
Target pests (e.g., aphids, caterpillars, borers).
Local practices or restrictions (like buffer zone, pre-harvest intervals).
I can then help you determine:
The precise mixing rates and spray volumes.
Optimal application timing (growth stage, pest lifecycle).
Safety measures tailored to your situation.
