Foster - Cyflumetofen 20% SC - Dhanuka

Dhanuka Foster Cyflumetofen 20% SC Tea Red Spider Mite Acaricide

Foster is a Cyflumetofen 20% SC acaricide registered in India for red spider mite in tea. Its identity is Cyflumetofen, not Fenpyroximate.

Use note: Tea and red spider mite are the verified crop–target pair. Apply 625–750 ml/ha in 400–500 L water/ha and observe the 5-day PHI.

Key Product Benefits

• Activity across eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults as described by Dhanuka.
• Useful where mites have reduced sensitivity to older chemistry.
• Manufacturer describes long residual performance and rainfastness after about three hours.

Technical Specifications

Mode of Action

Cyflumetofen is an IRAC Group 25A inhibitor of mitochondrial complex-II electron transport in mites. Rotate with effective acaricides from a different IRAC group.

Registered Use

Application Guide

• Apply at early infestation with calibrated spray equipment.
• Give thorough coverage, particularly on the undersides of tea leaves.
• Allow about three rain-free hours where the current pack carries that manufacturer direction.

Safety and Stewardship

• Use on tea only and wear the PPE stated on the current pack.
• Prevent drift and contamination of water.
• Do not repeat absolute safety claims for beneficial insects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Foster's active ingredient?
Cyflumetofen 20% SC, not Fenpyroximate.

Which crop is registered?
Tea, for red spider mite.

What is the PHI?
5 days.

Safety and Disclaimer

Use only under the current Indian pack label. The physical leaflet governs threshold, timing, spray number, PPE, re-entry, PHI and local restrictions.