About Solomon Insecticide
Solomon Insecticide is a Bayer product. It contains Beta cyfluthrin 8.49% and Imidacloprid 19.81% w/w OD. Solomon Insecticide has systemic and contact properties and acts by contact and ingestion.
Solomon Insecticide is used against pests such as aphids, jassids, shoot and fruit borer, girdle beetle, green semilooper, whitefly, thrips, tea mosquito bug and looper. It is recommended in brinjal, soybean, cotton, chilli, cucumber, wheat, cashew and tea crops.
Solomon Insecticide Technical Name
Beta cyfluthrin 8.49% + Imidacloprid 19.81% w/w OD
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Dual Action, contact and systemic. It also acts by ingestion.
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Mode of Action: Beta cyfluthrin belongs to the synthetic pyrethroid group and acts on the insect nervous system as a sodium channel blocker. In the pest, rapid excitation and poor coordination are the first visible symptoms, followed by knockdown and death. Imidacloprid acts as an antagonist to the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor in the central nervous system and disturbs normal signal transmission, finally leading to the death of the treated insect.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests, borers, leaf feeding pests and other listed insect pests.
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Effective Against: Aphids, jassids, shoot and fruit borer, girdle beetle, green semilooper, whitefly, thrips, tea mosquito bug and looper.
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Fast Visible Action: Solomon Insecticide has quick knockdown and anti-feeding effects.
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Quick Rain Fastness: The oil dispersion based O TEC formulation is mentioned to ensure better rain fastness, optimized retention and penetration activity.
- It is suitable for low volume application and has a broad spectrum of control with activity on all insect stages.
Solomon Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Brinjal |
Aphids, jassids, shoot and fruit borer |
70 to 80 ml |
200 L |
0.35 to 0.40 ml |
7 days |
Soybean |
Girdle beetle, semilooper |
140 ml |
200 L |
0.70 ml |
17 days |
Cotton |
Jassid, whitefly |
80 ml |
200 L |
0.40 ml |
21 days |
Chilli |
Thrips, aphids, whitefly |
124 ml |
200 L |
0.62 ml |
5 days |
Cucumber |
Whitefly |
200 ml |
200 L |
1.00 ml |
5 days |
Wheat |
Aphids |
160 ml |
200 L |
0.80 ml |
31 days |
Cashew |
Tea mosquito bug and thrips |
100 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.25 to 0.50 ml |
45 days |
Tea |
Mosquito bug and looper |
120 ml |
160 L |
0.75 ml |
7 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Solomon Insecticide as a uniform foliar spray using the recommended dose and water volume. Use a knapsack, battery or power sprayer with a flat fan nozzle for proper coverage.
Spray Solomon Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed in the recommended crop. Prefer spraying in the early morning or late afternoon on a non windy day.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing with other products.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing, and safety goggles while spraying.
- Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling or applying the product.
- Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
- Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
- In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation, or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers, and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.
Solomon Insecticide Expert Advice
“Bayer Solomon is an excellent dual action insecticide used to kill broad range of insect pests in various crops. For best results, apply Solomon Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed in the recommended crop.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines where applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
- Observe the recommended pre harvest interval and re entry interval.
- Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label.
- Do not use on crops other than those specified on the label or leaflet.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
