About Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide
Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide is a Syngenta product. It contains Quinalphos 25% EC. It has contact and stomach action.
Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide can be used in crops such as paddy, red gram, tea, groundnut, mustard, citrus, cauliflower and soybean crops. It is recommended against pests like brown plant hopper, hispa, blue beetle, leaf folder, stem borer, pod borer, pod fly, thrips, leaf hopper, leaf miner, sawfly, aphid, mite, fruit borer, scale and citrus butterfly.
Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide Technical Name
Quinalphos 25% EC
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact and stomach action
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Mode of Action: Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide works through contact and stomach action. The insect must either come in contact with the spray or ingest treated plant parts. Since it is a foliar spray formulation, proper crop coverage is important for better field performance.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad insect group: Sucking pests and Chewing insects
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Effective against labelled pests: Used against brown plant hopper, hispa, blue beetle, leaf folder, stem borer, pod borer, thrips, aphid, mite, scale and citrus butterfly.
Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Paddy |
Brown plant hopper |
600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.5 to 3.0 ml |
40 days |
Paddy |
Hispa, blue beetle |
800 ml |
200 to 400 L |
2.0 to 4.0 ml |
40 days |
Paddy |
Leaf folder |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
40 days |
Paddy |
Stem borer |
520 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.3 to 2.6 ml |
40 days |
Wheat |
Aphid |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Wheat |
Ear head caterpillar, mite |
640 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.6 to 3.2 ml |
Not specified |
Bengal gram |
Pod borer |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Blackgram |
Bihar hairy caterpillar |
600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.5 to 3.0 ml |
Not specified |
French bean |
Stem fly |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Red gram |
Pod borer, pod fly |
560 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.4 to 2.8 ml |
30 days |
Soybean |
Leaf weevil |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Groundnut |
Leaf hopper, thrips |
560 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.4 to 2.8 ml |
30 days |
Groundnut |
Leaf miner |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
30 days |
Mustard |
Sawfly |
480 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.2 to 2.4 ml |
Not specified |
Sesamum |
Leaf webber, jassids |
800 ml |
200 to 400 L |
2.0 to 4.0 ml |
Not specified |
Bhindi, Okra |
Fruit borer |
320 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.8 to 1.6 ml |
Not specified |
Bhindi, Okra |
Leaf hopper, mite |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Cauliflower |
Stem borer |
800 ml |
200 to 400 L |
2.0 to 4.0 ml |
Not specified |
Chilli |
Aphid |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Chilli |
Mite |
600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.5 to 3.0 ml |
Not specified |
Tomato |
Fruit borer |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.0 to 2.0 ml |
Not specified |
Apple |
Woolly aphid |
1200 to 1600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
3.0 to 8.0 ml |
Not specified |
Banana |
Tingid bug |
1200 to 1600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
3.0 to 8.0 ml |
Not specified |
Citrus |
Scale |
1680 to 2240 ml |
200 to 400 L |
4.2 to 11.2 ml |
Not specified |
Citrus |
Citrus butterfly |
600 to 800 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.5 to 4.0 ml |
Not specified |
Pomegranate |
Scales |
1920 to 2560 ml |
200 to 400 L |
4.8 to 12.8 ml |
Not specified |
Tea |
Thrips |
304 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.76 to 1.52 ml |
7 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. It can be applied with a knapsack sprayer, foot sprayer, compression knapsack sprayer, battery sprayer or ASPEE HTP power sprayer.
Avoid spraying on windy days and spraying in the direction of wind.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide 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.
- Keep away from foodstuffs, empty food containers and animal feed.
- Do not inhale the spray mist.
- Do not use this product in areas where pisciculture or aquaculture is practiced along with rice cultivation.
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.
Ekalux EC 25 Insecticide Expert Advice
“Syngentga Ekalux EC 25 is an excellent contact insecticide used for effective control of Sucking pests and chewing insects in various crops.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information & State Restrictions
- 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 exceed the recommended dose.
- The product is not phytotoxic when used as per field recommendation.
- Dispose of used containers safely. Do not leave empty containers outside for reuse.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
