Tathastu - Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% w/w SC - HPM
HPM Tathastu is a broad-spectrum anthranilic diamide insecticide containing chlorantraniliprole 18.5% w/w SC for labelled caterpillar and borer control in rice, vegetables, pulses, cotton, sugarcane, maize, soybean and groundnut.
Item description
HPM Tathastu Insecticide Overview
HPM Tathastu contains Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% w/w SC, a broad-spectrum anthranilic diamide insecticide for labelled caterpillar and borer pests.
The suspension-concentrate formulation is intended for foliar application on approved crops. Chlorantraniliprole acts on insect ryanodine receptors, stopping feeding and causing paralysis in susceptible larvae.
Key Benefits
- Targeted larval control: Labelled against important stem borers, leaf folders, fruit borers, pod borers, bollworms and caterpillars.
- Distinct mode of action: Chlorantraniliprole is an IRAC Group 28 ryanodine-receptor modulator.
- Fast feeding cessation: Susceptible larvae stop feeding after exposure, helping limit further crop damage.
- Wide crop label: Approved uses include cereals, vegetables, pulses, cotton and sugarcane.
- Convenient SC formulation: Designed to disperse in water for uniform foliar spraying.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPM Tathastu |
| Technical composition | Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% w/w SC (20% w/v) |
| Product type | Broad-spectrum insecticide |
| Chemical class | Anthranilic diamide |
| IRAC MoA group | Group 28 — ryanodine receptor modulator |
| Formulation | Suspension Concentrate (SC) |
| Pack variants on this page | 10 ml, 30 ml, 60 ml and 150 ml |
How It Works
- Ingestion and contact exposure: Susceptible larvae encounter the active ingredient on treated plant surfaces.
- Ryanodine-receptor activation: Chlorantraniliprole disrupts calcium regulation in insect muscle cells.
- Feeding stops: Affected larvae rapidly stop feeding, followed by paralysis and death.
For resistance management, avoid treating successive pest generations repeatedly with Group 28 insecticides. Rotate with effective products from a different IRAC group as permitted by the crop label.
Labelled Crops, Pests and Application Guide
| Crop | Target pest(s) | Formulation/ha | Water/ha | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice | Stem borer, leaf folder | 150 ml | 500 L | 47 days |
| Cabbage | Diamondback moth | 50 ml | 500 L | 3 days |
| Tomato | Fruit borer | 150 ml | 500 L | 3 days |
| Chilli | Fruit borer, tobacco caterpillar | 200 ml | 500 L | 3 days |
| Cotton | American bollworm, spotted bollworm, tobacco caterpillar | 150 ml | 500 L | 9 days |
| Pigeon pea | Gram pod borer, pod fly | 150 ml | 500–750 L | 22 days |
| Black gram | Pod borers | 100 ml | 500 L | 20 days |
| Bengal gram | Pod borers | 125 ml | 500 L | 11 days |
| Brinjal | Fruit and shoot borer | 200 ml | 500–750 L | 3 days |
| Bitter gourd | Fruit borer, leaf caterpillar | 100–125 ml | 500 L | 7 days |
| Sugarcane | Early shoot borer, top borer | 375 ml | 1000 L | 208 days |
PHI is the minimum interval between the last application and harvest. The official formulation label specifies a 24-hour re-entry period for these uses. Follow the current Tathastu pack label if its directions differ.
Application Best Practices
- Apply when the target pest is present and at the crop stage specified on the label.
- Measure the hectare dose accurately; do not estimate dose from pack size.
- Partly fill the spray tank, add the measured product while agitating, and then add the remaining water.
- Use calibrated equipment and sufficient water for thorough, uniform crop coverage.
- Do not apply to crops or pests outside the current statutory label.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the technical composition of HPM Tathastu?
It contains chlorantraniliprole 18.5% w/w SC.
Is Tathastu the same as Tathastu GR?
No. This page is for the 18.5% SC liquid formulation. Tathastu GR contains chlorantraniliprole 0.4% GR and has different packs and application directions.
Which pests does Tathastu target?
Its label includes important caterpillar and borer pests such as stem borers, leaf folders, fruit borers, pod borers, bollworms and diamondback moth.
Can one dose be used for every crop?
No. The approved formulation dose, water volume and PHI vary by crop.
How should resistance be managed?
Use only when needed and rotate with a registered insecticide from a different IRAC mode-of-action group according to the crop label.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the current official product label. Wear recommended personal protective equipment, avoid inhalation and skin or eye contact, and prevent spray drift or contamination of water sources. Keep the product in its original container, locked away from food, feed, children and animals. This guide does not replace the statutory label.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C