Fortenza Duo - Cyantraniliprole 19.8% + Thiamethoxam 19.8% FS - Syngenta
Syngenta Fortenza Duo is a dual-active systemic maize seed treatment for labelled early chewing and sucking pests above and below the soil.
Item description
Syngenta Fortenza Duo Cyantraniliprole 19.8% + Thiamethoxam 19.8% FS Maize Seed Treatment Insecticide
Fortenza Duo is a seed-applied systemic insecticide combining Cyantraniliprole 19.8% and Thiamethoxam 19.8% w/w FS. It protects emerging maize plants through root uptake and upward movement.
Use note: Treat maize seed once before sowing. Do not use as a foliar spray, and never use treated seed for food, feed or oil.
Key Product Benefits
- Dual-active protection from early chewing and sucking pests.
- Root-zone uptake and upward xylem movement support early crop establishment.
- Registered seed-treatment rates are separated for the standard pest complex and fall armyworm.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Syngenta India Limited |
| Active ingredients | Cyantraniliprole 19.8% + Thiamethoxam 19.8% w/w FS |
| Type | Systemic maize seed-treatment insecticide |
| Mode of action | IRAC Group 28 + Group 4A |
| Application | One pre-sowing seed treatment |
| PHI | Not applicable to the pre-sowing seed treatment |
Mode of Action
Cyantraniliprole is an IRAC Group 28 ryanodine-receptor modulator and Thiamethoxam is an IRAC Group 4A nicotinic-acetylcholine-receptor competitive modulator. The two actives protect seedlings through different target sites.
Registered Maize Seed-Treatment Rates
| Crop | Target pests | Dose | Carrier | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | Shoot fly, stem borer, cutworms and aphids | 4 ml/kg seed | 10–20 ml water/kg seed | Once before sowing |
| Maize | Fall armyworm | 6 ml/kg seed | Treat uniformly as directed on the pack | Once before sowing |
Application Guide
- Use the polythene-bag method or a calibrated seed-treatment machine to coat seed uniformly.
- Allow treated seed to be handled and sown only as directed on the pack.
- Do not dilute or apply the product as a foliar spray.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear label PPE; the product is classified as moderately toxic/danger.
- Treated seed must not be used for food, feed or oil and must be disposed of only as the label directs.
- Very toxic to fish, aquatic organisms and honeybees; prevent environmental contamination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fortenza Duo a foliar insecticide?
No. It is a one-time pre-sowing maize seed treatment.
What is the fall-armyworm rate?
6 ml per kg of maize seed.
Can treated seed be fed to animals?
No. Treated seed must never be used for food, feed or oil.
Safety and Disclaimer
Use only under the current Indian pack label. The physical leaflet governs seed carrier, coating method, drying, sowing, PPE, disposal and local restrictions.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C