Confidence 555 - Imidacloprid 17.8% SL - Crystal
Crystal Confidence 555 is a systemic insecticide containing Imidacloprid 17.8% SL (IRAC Group 4A), listed for labelled sucking pests and termites in paddy, cotton, chilli, sugarcane and mango. Choose the required pack size and use only as directed on the current product label.
Item description
Product Overview
Crystal Confidence 555 is a systemic insecticide formulated with Imidacloprid 17.8% SL. Crystal Crop Protection lists it for specified sucking pests in paddy, cotton and chilli, termites in sugarcane, and hoppers in mango. Use it only on crops and pests stated on the current Indian product label.
Important: Confidence 555 is an insecticide, not a herbicide or weed-control product. Recommendations shown on this page are standalone alternatives and are not tank-mix instructions.
Why Choose Confidence 555?
- Verified composition: Imidacloprid 17.8% in soluble-liquid (SL) formulation.
- Systemic action: The active ingredient is taken up by the plant when applied as directed.
- Label-specific use: The manufacturer lists defined crop-and-pest combinations rather than general-purpose use.
- Multiple pack sizes: Available variants include 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 litre.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Crystal |
| Product name | Confidence 555 |
| Product type | Systemic insecticide |
| Active ingredient | Imidacloprid 17.8% |
| Formulation | SL (soluble liquid) |
| IRAC mode-of-action group | Group 4A — nicotinic acetylcholine receptor competitive modulators (neonicotinoids) |
| Available pack sizes | 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 litre |
How It Works
Imidacloprid is classified by IRAC in Group 4A. It acts on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the insect nervous system. Confidence 555 is systemic, so application must follow the crop, pest, dose, timing and method printed on the current label.
- Apply only to a labelled crop and target pest.
- Use the exact label rate and application method.
- Rotate modes of action: repeated Group 4A use can increase resistance pressure; follow local resistance-management guidance.
Label-Listed Crops & Target Pests
| Crop | Target pest(s) |
|---|---|
| Paddy | Brown planthopper, white-backed planthopper and green leafhopper |
| Cotton | Aphid, whitefly, jassid and thrips |
| Chilli | Jassid, aphid and thrips |
| Sugarcane | Termite |
| Mango | Hoppers |
Dosage & Application Guide
Use the current container label as the controlling instruction. Do not calculate a per-litre rate unless the label also provides the corresponding spray-water volume.
| Crop | Manufacturer-listed dose | Water volume & PHI |
|---|---|---|
| Paddy | 40–50 ml/acre | Follow current label |
| Cotton | Confirm exact rate on the current pack label | Follow current label |
| Chilli | 50–100 ml/acre | Follow current label |
| Sugarcane | 140 ml/acre | Follow current label |
| Mango | 2–4 ml/tree | Follow current label |
Rates above reflect the manufacturer product page. If the current physical pack or leaflet differs, follow the current approved label.
Application & Safety
- Identify the crop and target pest before opening the pack.
- Measure and apply only the label rate; do not improvise per-litre conversions.
- Wear the personal protective equipment stated on the label and avoid skin, eye or inhalation exposure.
- Follow all pollinator, aquatic-organism, re-entry and pre-harvest precautions printed on the current label.
- Do not mix with another product unless both labels permit it and compatibility has been confirmed by a qualified adviser.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Confidence 555 a herbicide?
No. It is an Imidacloprid 17.8% SL insecticide.
2. Which crops are listed?
The manufacturer lists paddy, cotton, chilli, sugarcane and mango for specific target pests.
3. Can I use one dose for every crop?
No. Rates vary by crop and target pest; follow the current label.
4. Can it be tank-mixed?
Do not assume compatibility. Mix only when both labels allow it and a qualified adviser or manufacturer confirms compatibility.
5. Which pack sizes are available?
This listing offers 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 litre variants.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the current official product label and leaflet. Use only for authorised agricultural purposes and keep away from children, food, feed and water sources. Product recommendations are alternatives for consideration, not instructions to combine products.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C