Encounter - Emamectin Benzoate 3% + Thiamethoxam 12% WG - Insecticides (India) Ltd
Insecticides (India) Limited Encounter combines Emamectin Benzoate 3% + Thiamethoxam 12% WG. Its IRAC Group 6 + 4A action targets labelled caterpillar and sucking pests in chilli, green gram and tea, with translaminar activity and a four-hour rain-free interval.
Item description
IIL Encounter Combination Insecticide Overview
Encounter from Insecticides (India) Limited contains Emamectin Benzoate 3% + Thiamethoxam 12% WG. The combination pairs translaminar caterpillar activity with systemic neonicotinoid action against the specific pest complexes registered in chilli, green gram and tea.
Use note: Use only the three registered crop–pest combinations below. Apply with thorough coverage and allow at least four rain-free hours. Do not convert the manufacturer’s broader pest examples into unregistered crop uses.
Key Product Benefits
- Dual pest spectrum: Combines caterpillar and sucking-pest activity in each labelled crop.
- Two modes of action: IRAC Group 6 plus Group 4A.
- Translaminar reach: Helps move active ingredient across treated leaves.
- Four-hour rain-free interval: Manufacturer information specifies this period after application.
- Store options: 50 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg variants.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer / product | Insecticides (India) Limited / Encounter |
| Active ingredients | Emamectin Benzoate 3% + Thiamethoxam 12% |
| Formulation | WG — water-dispersible granules |
| Product type | Combination insecticide |
| IRAC groups | 6 + 4A |
| Rain-free interval | At least 4 hours |
| Store pack sizes | 50 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg |
How Encounter Works
Emamectin benzoate activates glutamate-gated chloride channels and rapidly stops feeding by susceptible caterpillars. Thiamethoxam is a systemic nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulator acting on sucking pests. Both groups must be considered when planning resistance rotation.
India Label: Crop, Pest, Dose, Water and PHI
| Crop | Target | Dose | Water | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli | Fruit borer and thrips | 200 g/ha | 500 L/ha | 3 days |
| Green gram | Pod borer and leafhopper | 200 g/ha | 500 L/ha | 15 days |
| Tea | Tea mosquito bug and tea looper | 150–200 g/ha | 400–500 L/ha | 7 days |
Application Guide
- Begin at the label threshold or early pest appearance and target young caterpillars where possible.
- Premix the measured granules, add to the partly filled tank and maintain agitation.
- Cover both leaf surfaces and the crop fruiting or shoot zone with the crop-specific water volume.
- Allow at least four rain-free hours and observe the crop-specific PHI.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear label-specified protective equipment and avoid spray contact or inhalation.
- Protect pollinators by avoiding active bee-foraging periods and flowering non-target vegetation.
- Keep spray, runoff and wash water away from waterways and aquaculture.
- Resistance rotations must account for both IRAC Group 6 and Group 4A components.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which crops are registered?
The verified uses are chilli, green gram and tea with the specific pest pairs in the table.
Is there a rain-free requirement?
Yes. Manufacturer information specifies at least four hours after application.
Can rotation use another Group 4A product?
Avoid relying on either component group repeatedly; choose an effective product outside both Group 6 and Group 4A.
Safety and Disclaimer
For agricultural use only. The current registered Encounter label and leaflet control crop, pest, rate, water volume, timing, PHI, rain-free interval, 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