Key Features:

• Chemical Properties: Diflubenzuron has low aqueous solubility and is not expected to leach into groundwater. It is not persistent in soils but may persist in water under certain conditions. The product has low mammalian toxicity and is relatively non-toxic to birds and algae. It is moderately toxic to fish, honeybees, and earthworms, with higher toxicity to aquatic invertebrates.

• Mode of Action: Katyayani Ditox disrupts chitin formation during the moulting process of insect larvae, leading to effective control. It targets pests by interfering with their development.

• Applications: Recommended for mosquito larvae control in both clean and polluted water. Suitable for domestic use, including home gardens, terrace gardens, nurseries, and indoor plants, as well as large-scale applications.

Effective Against:

• Pests Controlled: Sciarid flies, armyworms, leafminers, whiteflies, termites, fungus gnats, shore flies.

• Target Insects: Gypsy moth, forest tent caterpillar, evergreen-eating moths, boll weevil.

Dosage Recommendations:

• Clear Surface Water: 150-250 gm/ha

• Polluted Surface Water: 250-450 gm/ha

• Sewage Pits, Latrines, Septic Tanks: 5 mg/L of water

Usage: Katyayani Ditox is a versatile insecticide that provides effective control of larvae in various settings. Its unique action makes it an excellent choice for integrated pest management in diverse environments.