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- Description
- Specification
Cypertex is a broad-spectrum insecticide suitable for pest control in Cocoa, Tea, Coffee, Tobacco, Cotton, Groundnut, Soybeans, Cowpea, Maize, Rice, Sorghum, and various vegetables such as Tomato, Pepper, Cucumber, and Cabbage. It contains Cypermethrin, a pyrethroid insecticide that offers rapid knockdown and long-lasting control of both chewing and sucking pests.
Key Features
- Active Ingredient: Cypermethrin
- Pack Size: 1 Litre (12 bottles per carton)
- Bottle Color: Transparent
- Price: ₦6,000
- Rapid knockdown and residual action
- Effective against a wide range of pests including caterpillars, aphids, beetles, and leafhoppers
- Safe on beneficial insects when applied correctly
Mode of Action
Cypermethrin acts on the insect's nervous system by disrupting sodium channels, causing paralysis and death. It is effective through both contact and ingestion and targets all life stages of insects.
Rates of Application
- Field crops & vegetables: 0.5–1 L / ha depending on pest severity
- Fruits & perennial crops: 0.25–0.5 L / ha
- Use sufficient water for thorough crop coverage
- Repeat sprays every 7–14 days as needed
Precautions
- Wear protective clothing, gloves, boots, and face protection
- Avoid skin and eye contact; wash hands and exposed skin after use
- Do not spray near water sources or beneficial insect habitats
- Keep out of reach of children, pets, and food
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke during application
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
| Product | Active Ingredient | Pack Size | Dose Rate | Dilution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypertex | Cypermethrin | 1 Litre | 0.25–1 L / ha | Sufficient water for full crop coverage |