About Karate 5 EC Insecticide
Karate 5 EC Insecticide is a Syngenta product contains Lambdacyhalothrin 5% EC as active ingredient. It is a contact and systemic insecticide.
Karate 5 EC Insecticide can be used against pests such as bollworms, jassids, thrips, leaf folder, stem borer, fruit borer and other labelled pests. It is used in crops such as cotton, rice, brinjal and tomato.
Karate 5 EC Insecticide Technical Name
Lambdacyhalothrin 5% EC
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact and systemic action
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Mode of Action: It helps to control labelled pests when they come in contact with the spray or feed on treated crop parts.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad spectrum control: It controls sucking pests and caterpillars
- Field safety note: The product is not phytotoxic when used as per field recommendation.
Karate 5 EC Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Cotton |
Bollworms, Jassids, Thrips |
120 to 200 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.75 to 0.83 ml |
21 days |
Rice (Paddy) |
Leaf folder, Stem borer, Green leaf hopper, Gall midge, Thrips, Hispa |
100 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.42 to 0.63 ml |
15 days |
Brinjal |
Shoot and fruit borer |
120 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.5 to 0.75 ml |
4 days |
Tomato |
Fruit borer |
120 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.5 to 0.75 ml |
4 days |
Chilli |
Thrips, Mite, Pod borer |
120 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.5 to 0.75 ml |
5 days |
Pigeonpea |
Pod borer, Pod fly |
160 to 200 ml |
160 to 240 L |
0.1 to 0.83 ml |
15 days |
Onion |
Thrips |
120 ml |
120 to 160 L |
0.75 to 1 ml |
5 days |
Bhindi, Okra |
Jassids, Shoot borer |
120 ml |
120 to 160 L |
0.75 to 1 ml |
4 days |
Chickpea |
Pod borer |
200 ml |
120 to 160 L |
1.25 to 1.67 ml |
6 days |
Groundnut |
Thrips, Leafhopper, Leaf miner |
80 to 120 ml |
160 to 200 L |
0.5 to 0.6 ml |
10 days |
Mango |
Hoppers |
As per spray volume |
Not specified |
0.5 to 1 ml |
7 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply Karate 5 EC Insecticide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. Use bucket sprayer, rocking sprayer, stirrup pump sprayer, knapsack sprayer, foot sprayer, wheel barrow sprayer, compression knapsack sprayer, battery sprayer and ASPEE HTP power sprayer.
Avoid spraying on windy days, and spray in the direction of wind.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Karate 5 EC 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.
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.
Karate 5 EC Insecticide Expert Advice
“Syngenta Karate 5 EC is an excellent contact and systemic insecticide used for effective control of sucking pests and caterpillars in various crops.”-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 exceed the recommended dose.
- The product is not phytotoxic when used as per field recommendation.
- Keep away from foodstuffs, empty food containers and animal feed.
- Do not inhale the spray mist during application.
- 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.
