Gama - Diafenthiuron 50% WP - Insecticides (India) Ltd
IIL Gama contains correctly spelled Diafenthiuron 50% WP, an IRAC Group 12A insecticide-acaricide for pack-labelled sucking pests, mites and diamondback moth.
Item description
Insecticides (India) Limited Gama Diafenthiuron 50% WP Insecticide-Acaricide
Gama is an insecticide-acaricide containing Diafenthiuron 50% WP. The active-ingredient spelling is Diafenthiuron, and its mode of action is IRAC Group 12A.
Use note: No live Gama page was found and the national table contains conflicting cotton records. The legacy Gama-aligned table below is provided only for pack comparison; the stocked Gama leaflet must govern every crop, dose and PHI.
Key Product Benefits
- Contact and stomach activity with translaminar and vapour redistribution.
- Useful against hidden sucking pests and mites when pack labelled.
- The listing avoids unsupported claims of universal safety to beneficial insects.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Insecticides (India) Limited |
| Active ingredient | Diafenthiuron 50% WP |
| Type | Insecticide-acaricide |
| Mode of action | IRAC Group 12A — mitochondrial ATP-synthase inhibitor / pro-insecticide |
| Brand-label status | Current Gama leaflet required because online records conflict |
Mode of Action
Diafenthiuron is an IRAC Group 12A mitochondrial ATP-synthase inhibitor. Apply at early infestation with thorough coverage and rotate with unrelated IRAC groups.
Legacy Gama-Aligned Formulation Uses — Pack Confirmation Required
| Crop | Targets | Legacy dose | Water | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Whitefly, aphids, thrips and jassids | 600 g/ha | 500–1,000 L/ha | 21 days; conflicting newer record exists |
| Cabbage | Diamondback moth | 600 g/ha | 500–750 L/ha | 7 days |
| Chilli | Mites | 600 g/ha | 500–750 L/ha | 3 days |
| Brinjal | Whitefly | 600 g/ha | 500–750 L/ha | 3 days |
| Cardamom | Thrips and capsule borer | 800 g/ha | 1,000 L/ha | 7 days |
| Citrus | Mites | 2 g/L | 2–3 L solution/tree | 30 days |
Application Guide
- Compare the current stocked Gama leaflet with the table before publishing or applying a crop dose.
- Apply only when pest incidence begins and cover the canopy thoroughly.
- Do not add watermelon, okra or tomato expansions without the current Gama endorsement.
Safety and Stewardship
- Use wettable-powder dust protection, gloves and protective clothing.
- Very toxic to fish and aquatic organisms; prevent drift and runoff.
- No specific antidote is listed; treatment is symptomatic under medical supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct active-ingredient spelling?
Diafenthiuron.
Why is the crop table conditional?
The current brand page is unavailable and national cotton entries conflict.
Does the citrus water figure mean litres per hectare?
No. The formulation direction is 2–3 L of spray solution per tree.
Safety and Disclaimer
The current physical Gama leaflet is mandatory. It overrides this legacy comparison table for crop, target, dose, water, PHI, spray number, PPE and local restrictions.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C