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Fosmite - Ethion 50% EC - PI Industries
PI Industries Fosmite contains Ethion 50% EC, a non-systemic contact organophosphate insecticide and acaricide for label-approved mites and insect pests.
Item description
PI Industries Fosmite Ethion 50% EC Insecticide & Acaricide
Fosmite is a non-systemic Ethion 50% EC organophosphate with contact insecticidal and acaricidal activity on registered mites and insect pests.
Use note: Use the crop-specific formulation rate below. The current regulatory chilli PHI is 5 days; an older manufacturer figure conflicts and is not used.
Key Product Benefits
- Broad contact spectrum that includes registered mites, thrips, scales, whitefly, borers and beetles.
- Insecticide and acaricide activity in one EC formulation.
- Crop-specific dose and PHI information avoids a blanket recommendation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PI Industries Limited |
| Active ingredient | Ethion 50% EC |
| Type | Non-systemic contact organophosphate insecticide and acaricide |
| Mode of action | IRAC Group 1B — acetylcholinesterase inhibitor |
| Toxicity | Yellow-triangle / highly toxic organophosphate |
Mode of Action
Ethion inhibits acetylcholinesterase (IRAC Group 1B), disrupting nerve transmission after contact. Rotate with effective products from unrelated IRAC groups and avoid unnecessary repeat exposure.
Registered Crops, Targets and Rates
| Crop | Target | Dose/ha | Water/ha | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea | Red, purple and yellow mites; thrips; scale | 500 ml | 500–1,000 L | 3 days |
| Cotton | Whitefly | 1,500–2,000 ml | 500–1,000 L | Not established |
| Cotton | Bollworms | 2,000 ml | 500–1,000 L | 25 days |
| Chilli | Mites and thrips | 1,500–2,000 ml | 500–1,000 L | 5 days |
| Gram | Pod borer | 1,000–1,500 ml | 500–1,000 L | 21 days |
| Pigeonpea / red gram | Pod borer | 1,000–1,500 ml | 500–1,000 L | 21 days |
| Soybean | Girdle beetle and stem fly | 1,500 ml | 500–1,000 L | 30 days |
Application Guide
- Apply as a calibrated foliar spray at initial infestation.
- Cover the canopy and leaf undersides thoroughly.
- Use the crop-specific rate and do not promise universal compatibility.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear full PPE and avoid skin contact and inhalation; Ethion is a cholinesterase inhibitor.
- Suspected poisoning requires immediate medical attention.
- Prevent water contamination and avoid active bee-foraging periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fosmite systemic?
No. It is a non-systemic contact insecticide and acaricide.
What PHI applies to chilli?
The current regulatory table gives 5 days.
Can one rate be used for every crop?
No. Follow the crop-specific table and the stocked pack.
Safety and Disclaimer
Use only on the current Indian pack label. The physical leaflet governs pest threshold, dose, spray number, PHI, PPE, first aid and local restrictions.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C