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CUSTODY

CUSTODY

EMMAMECTIN BENZOATE 3% + THIAMETHOXAM 12% WDG

Insecticides

Emmamectin Benzoate is a highly efficient broad-spectrum insecticide that controls insects though its contact and stomach action. Emmamectin acts as a chloride channel activator disrupting nerve signals and compromising the nervous system of insect.

Thiamethoxam is broad-spectrum systemic insecticide, that interacts through ingestion, con- tact or as fumigant. It affects the central nervous system by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptor causing paralysis.

Custody is a combination product consisting of Emmamectin Benzoate and Thiamethox- am, which enables it to provide a more complete cover due to its dual modes of action.

Pack sizes: 10gm, 50gm, 100gm, 250gm, 500gm & 1kg.

Mode of Action

Custody has dual mode of action, that is, Emmamectin acts as a chloride channel activator dis- rupting nerve signals and compromising the nervous system of insect. And thiamethoxam affects the central nervous system by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptor causing paralysis.

Recommendation:

Dosage: 60-80gm/acre

Method of Application

- Fill the spray tank 1⁄4 with water, then add the required quantity of product.
- Apply within a few hours after mixing.
- Wet the whole plant thoroughly but avoid run-off and spray drift to non-target sites.
- Please read the instructions given on label and booklet for best application procedures.

Safety recommendations

- Do not use cooking utensils for preparing the spray solution. - Do not spray if the rains are expected.
- Do not enter the application area within 24 hrs of application. - Do not use empty packaging for any other purposes.
- Treat only when there is little or no wind.