Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC
Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC is a premium, broad-spectrum insecticide from the anthranilic diamide chemical class — one of the most innovative and farmer-trusted insecticide groups introduced in Indian agriculture in recent decades. Marketed by leading agrochemical companies and approved by India’s CIB & RC, it has built a strong reputation for exceptional efficacy against tough caterpillar and borer pests at very low application rates, while remaining safe for beneficial insects, pollinators, and the environment.
How Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC Works
This insecticide works through a completely novel mode of action that sets it apart from all older insecticide classes. It targets the ryanodine receptor in insect muscle cells — a specific receptor that regulates calcium channels inside muscle tissue. When Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC binds to this receptor, calcium channels are forced open, causing an uncontrolled release of calcium from the muscle cells. This leads to immediate muscle contraction, paralysis, and eventual death of the pest. Critically, pests stop feeding within just a few minutes of ingesting treated plant material — meaning crop damage stops almost immediately after application, well before the pest is actually dead. Because this mode of action is completely different from organophosphates, pyrethroids, and neonicotinoids, it remains fully effective even against pest populations that have developed resistance to those older chemistries.
Why Farmers Choose This Insecticide
One of the most valued features of Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC is its exceptional residual activity — a single well-timed application provides protection for up to 3 weeks, significantly reducing the number of sprays needed per crop cycle and lowering the overall cost of pest management per season. Its translaminar activity allows it to penetrate leaf tissue and reach pests feeding on the underside of leaves, giving more complete protection than surface-only contact insecticides can provide.
Paddy and sugarcane farmers particularly value this product for its outstanding performance against yellow stem borer and leaf folder — two of the most economically damaging pests in rice cultivation. A very short pre-harvest interval of just 3 days for many vegetable crops like tomato, brinjal, and cabbage makes it a practical choice even as the harvest approaches, without compromising on food safety. Its green label classification also means it has low mammalian toxicity, offering a safer handling experience for farm workers compared to many conventional insecticides.
Key Benefits
- Controls stem borers, leaf folders, bollworms, and caterpillars
- Pests stop feeding within minutes — immediate protection from crop damage
- Up to 3 weeks residual protection from a single application
- Novel ryanodine receptor mode of action — effective against resistant pests
- Translaminar activity reaches pests on underside of leaves
- Green label — low mammalian toxicity, safer for farm workers
- Short pre-harvest interval — safe to use close to harvest
Why Crop Nutrition Matters Alongside Pest Control
Strong pest control gives the best results when the crop underneath is already healthy and well-nourished. Products like Humic Acid 98% Flakes help build a stronger root system to support faster recovery after pest pressure, while Power PGR Liquid helps the plant channel its renewed energy into better flowering and fruit setting through the rest of the season.
Safety Tips & Precautions
- Apply at the early stages of pest infestation for maximum prevention and control
- Avoid mixing with highly alkaline water (pH above 8) — use a pH buffer if needed
- Ensure thorough canopy coverage; for drone application use 10-25 litres of water per acre
- Wear gloves, mask, and protective clothing while mixing and spraying
- Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes during application
- 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 Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% 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.
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