Doxagan - Indoxacarb 14.5% SC - ADAMA
ADAMA Doxagan contains Indoxacarb 14.5% SC, an IRAC Group 22A contact and stomach insecticide for label-approved bollworm, fruit borer, pod fly and diamondback moth uses in cotton, tomato, pigeon pea, cabbage and chilli. Apply only after the treatment threshold is reached and observe the crop-specific PHI.
Item description
ADAMA Doxagan Insecticide Overview
ADAMA Doxagan contains Indoxacarb 14.5% SC. It controls susceptible lepidopteran larvae through contact and ingestion and is registered for specific pests in cotton, tomato, pigeon pea, cabbage and chilli.
Use note: Start treatment only after the economic threshold is crossed. Use the exact crop–pest rate, water volume, PHI, 48-hour re-entry period and two-application maximum on the current pack.
Key Product Benefits
- Contact and stomach action: Susceptible larvae are exposed by spray contact and feeding on treated tissue.
- Focused borer and caterpillar control: Registered targets include bollworm, fruit borer, pod fly and diamondback moth.
- Novel sodium-channel action: IRAC 22A provides a rotation option outside common pyrethroid and neonicotinoid groups.
- Crop-specific low-volume formulation: Regulatory rates range from 200 to 500 ml/ha depending on the crop.
- Store options: 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 L variants.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / product | ADAMA / Doxagan |
| Active ingredient | Indoxacarb 14.5% |
| Formulation | SC — suspension concentrate |
| Product type | Contact and stomach insecticide |
| IRAC group | 22A — voltage-dependent sodium-channel blocker |
| Re-entry / maximum | 48 hours / maximum two applications per crop cycle |
| Store pack sizes | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 L |
How Doxagan Works
Indoxacarb is bioactivated inside susceptible insects and blocks voltage-dependent sodium channels. Feeding and movement stop, followed by paralysis and death. Good foliar coverage and timely application against early larval stages improve control.
India Label: Crop, Pest, Dose, Water and PHI
| Crop | Target | Dose | Water | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Bollworm | 500 ml/ha | 600–1000 L/ha | 16 days |
| Tomato | Fruit borer | 400–500 ml/ha | 300–600 L/ha | 5 days |
| Pigeon pea | Helicoverpa armigera, pod fly | 333 ml/ha | 500–1000 L/ha | 15 days |
| Cabbage | Diamondback moth | 200–266 ml/ha | 400–750 L/ha | 7 days |
| Chilli | H. armigera, Spodoptera exigua | 400 ml/ha | 300–600 L/ha | 5 days |
Application Guide
- Monitor the crop and spray only when the label treatment threshold is reached.
- Premix the measured SC, add it to the partly filled tank and spray uniformly with a hollow-cone nozzle.
- Target young larvae and obtain thorough canopy coverage in clear, calm weather.
- Observe the 48-hour re-entry period, crop-specific PHI and maximum two applications per crop cycle.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear full label-specified protective equipment and avoid breathing spray mist.
- Toxic to fish and aquatic organisms; keep spray, runoff and wash water away from ponds and aquaculture.
- Toxic to bees; avoid application during active bee foraging and protect flowering non-target vegetation.
- Rotate with a different effective IRAC group and do not exceed the pack application limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Doxagan systemic?
No systemic claim is used here; the verified label describes contact and stomach action.
Can one dose be used for all crops?
No. Rates range from 200 to 500 ml/ha depending on the registered crop–pest pair.
What is the re-entry time?
The cited label specifies 48 hours and a maximum of two applications per crop cycle.
Safety and Disclaimer
For agricultural use only. The current registered Doxagan label and leaflet control crop, pest, rate, water volume, threshold, re-entry, PHI, application count, protective equipment, first aid, storage and disposal.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C