Bifenthrin 8% SC

Bifenthrin 8% SC

Bifenthrin 8% SC is a world-renowned, new-generation, broad-spectrum insecticide from the pyrethroid ester group, formulated as a Suspension Concentrate for easy, accurate measurement and uniform spray distribution. Trusted by tea, apple, cotton, and vegetable farmers across India, it is especially valued for its dual capability as both an effective insecticide against chewing and sucking pests and an acaricide against mite infestations — giving farmers control over two major pest problems with a single product.

How Bifenthrin 8% SC Works

This insecticide acts on the nervous system of insects and mites by interacting with sodium channels in nerve cell membranes, disrupting their normal function. By prolonging the open state of sodium channels, it causes continuous nerve excitation, leading to hyperexcitation, uncontrolled muscle activity, paralysis, and eventual death. It works through both contact and stomach action — killing pests the moment they touch the sprayed surface or ingest treated plant material. The SC formulation ensures the active ingredient is uniformly distributed in the spray tank and covers the crop canopy evenly, maximizing the contact-action effectiveness of each spray.

Why Farmers Choose This Insecticide

One of the most distinctive features of Bifenthrin 8% SC compared to other pyrethroid insecticides is its proven acaricidal activity — it is specifically registered and trusted for controlling red spider mites in tea and apple crops, where mite pressure often accompanies insect pest problems. This dual insecticide-acaricide capability removes the need for a separate miticide application when both pest types are present, simplifying the crop protection program and reducing overall input cost.

Beyond pest control, Bifenthrin 8% SC is known for its phytotonic effect on treated plants — farmers commonly report improvements in overall plant vigour, greener foliage, and better-quality produce after regular use, making it a product that supports crop health alongside pest management. Its broad target spectrum covers caterpillars, aphids, leafminers, whiteflies, thrips, and mites across crops like vegetables, roses, ornamentals, cotton, and paddy, giving it wide applicability across different farming operations.

Key Benefits

• Controls caterpillars, aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and leafminers
• Also effective against red spider mites — dual insecticide and acaricide
• Fast knockdown through contact and stomach action
• Phytotonic effect — improves plant vigour and produce quality
• SC formulation ensures uniform spray distribution and accurate dosing
• Wide crop applicability — vegetables, tea, apple, cotton, ornamentals
• Compatible with most commonly used insecticides and fungicides

Why Crop Nutrition Matters Alongside Pest Control

The phytotonic effect of Bifenthrin 8% SC works best when the crop is also supported with strong nutritional inputs throughout the season. Products like Humic Acid 98% Flakes help build stronger roots and improve overall soil health, while Power PGR Liquid helps the plant channel its improved vigour into better flowering and fruit setting for higher overall yield.

Safety Tips & Precautions

• Shake the container well before measuring the required dose
• Mix the required quantity in a small amount of water first, stir well, then add to the spray tank and fill to volume
• Highly toxic to bees — do not spray during flowering or when bees are actively foraging
• Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms — never spray near ponds, rivers, or water bodies
• Wear gloves, mask, goggles, and full-sleeve protective clothing during application
• Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes during mixing and spraying
• Maintain the recommended pre-harvest interval before harvesting for market
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap after spraying
• Keep away from children, animals, and food or feed storage areas

Storage Instructions

Store Bifenthrin 8% SC in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly sealed and out of reach of children and animals. Shelf life is up to 2 years in the original sealed container.

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