Eagle - Diafenthiuron 50% WP - HPM

HPM Eagle Diafenthiuron 50% WP Insecticide & Acaricide

HPM Eagle is a wettable-powder insecticide and acaricide containing Diafenthiuron 50% WP. HPM lists it for selected sucking insects, diamondback moth and mites on specific crops.

Diafenthiuron is a pro-insecticide in IRAC Group 12A. After conversion to its active form, it inhibits mitochondrial ATP synthase, interrupting cellular energy production in susceptible pests. HPM describes contact and stomach action against larvae, nymphs and adults, with some ovicidal activity.

Available Mana Agri Mart packs: 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg.

Why Choose HPM Eagle?

• Verified identity: HPM identifies Eagle as Diafenthiuron 50% WP insecticide and acaricide.
• Insect and mite activity: HPM lists sucking insects, diamondback moth and mites within crop-specific recommendations.
• Multiple pest stages: HPM describes activity against larvae, nymphs and adults, with some ovicidal activity.
• Translaminar performance: HPM describes vapour-phase and translaminar properties that can support lower-leaf pest control when spray coverage is adequate.
• Resistance classification: IRAC Group 12A makes the mode of action clear for label-compliant rotation planning.

Technical Specifications

How It Works: Mode of Action

Diafenthiuron must first be converted to an active carbodiimide form. The active metabolite then acts on the pest’s mitochondrial energy system.

1. Contact or ingestion: susceptible larvae, nymphs or adults contact or ingest the spray deposit.
2. Active-form conversion: Diafenthiuron is converted to the active form required for insecticidal action.
3. Energy interruption: inhibition of mitochondrial ATP synthase reduces cellular energy production, leading to paralysis and death over the label-described period.

Resistance note: Do not repeatedly rely on Group 12A. Rotate only with separately applied products whose own current Indian labels cover the crop, pest and treatment timing and whose IRAC groups are appropriate.

HPM-listed Crops, Targets & Application

The current physical Eagle label and leaflet control the final rate, spray volume, timing, frequency, waiting period, re-entry and safety directions. Do not extrapolate these directions to other crops, pests or tank sizes.

Application Best Practices

• Confirm the target: identify the pest and verify that the crop-pest combination appears on the current Eagle label.
• Use threshold-based timing: apply only when monitoring and authorised local guidance indicate treatment is required.
• Mix a WP correctly: add the measured product slowly to water and agitate as directed on the pack. Maintain agitation during application.
• Coverage: use calibrated equipment and the label water volume to cover target foliage, including lower leaf surfaces, without runoff.
• Weather and drift: avoid rain, strong wind, excessive heat and spray drift. Protect nearby people, animals, flowering plants and water bodies.
• No inferred mixtures: do not tank-mix on the basis of online advice or recommendation cards. Mix only when current labels and authorised guidance explicitly permit it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safety & Storage

• Read the complete current label and leaflet before handling, mixing or spraying.
• Wear the personal protective equipment specified on the pack and avoid skin, eye and inhalation exposure.
• Diafenthiuron is highly toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Prevent concentrate, spray and rinsate from reaching ponds, drains, streams or aquaculture.
• HPM states that Diafenthiuron is toxic to bees. Follow all pollinator-protection and flowering-crop restrictions on the label.
• Store in the original labelled container, tightly closed, away from food, feed, children, animals, heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
• In case of exposure or poisoning, seek medical help promptly and take the product label or container. Do not assume a specific antidote.

Disclaimer: This page summarises verified product information for purchase guidance. The current Indian Eagle label/leaflet and authorised local agricultural advice take precedence.