About Exponus Insecticide
Exponus (Broflanilide 300 g/L SC) by BASF is a broad-spectrum, contact and translaminar insecticide with larvicidal action. It provides effective control of chewing and sucking insect pests such as fruit borer, shoot borer, thrips, pod borer, common cutworm, semilooper, gram pod borer and maruca pod borer in chilli, brinjal, soybean, redgram and tomato crops.
Exponus Insecticide Technical Name
Broflanilide 300 g/L SC
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Contact and translaminar
Mode of Action: Broflanilide acts on the insect nervous system through GABA-gated chloride channel allosteric modulation, leading to control of susceptible insect pests.
Time of Application: At pest incidence.
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad-Spectrum Control: Controls borers, thrips, cutworms, semiloopers and pod borers.
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Effective Against: Fruit borer, shoot borer, thrips, pod borer, common cutworm, semilooper, gram pod borer and maruca pod borer.
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Quick Rain Fastness: Do not apply within 2 hours of anticipated rainfall.
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Re-Entry: Do not enter the treated area for 24 hours after application.
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No Cross Resistance: Effective on resistant and toughest insects.
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Crop Safety: Not phytotoxic at recommended dosages.
Exponus Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Chilli |
Fruit borer and shoot borers |
16.8–24.8 ml |
200 L |
0.084–0.124 ml |
3 days |
Thrips |
24.8–33.6 ml |
200 L |
0.124–0.168 ml |
3 days |
Soybean |
Pod borer, common cutworm and semilooper |
16.8–24.8 ml |
200 L |
0.084–0.124 ml |
37 days |
Redgram |
Gram pod borer and Maruca pod borer |
16.8–24.8 ml |
200 L |
0.084–0.124 ml |
25 days |
Brinjal |
Shoot and fruit borer |
16.8–24.8 ml |
200 L |
0.084–0.124 ml |
1 day |
Thrips |
24.8–33.6 ml |
200 L |
0.124–0.168 ml |
1 day |
Tomato |
Fruit borer and leaf miner |
24.8–33.6 ml |
200 L |
0.124–0.168 ml |
1 day |
Method of Application
Foliar Spray: Apply Exponus Insecticide as a foliar spray using a knapsack sprayer with the recommended quantity of water.
Best Time to Spray
- Spray Exponus when pest incidence is noticed.
- Apply preferably in the morning or evening.
- Do not apply within 2 hours of anticipated rainfall.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
Consult an agronomist before tank mixing Exponus 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, irritation 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.
Exponus Insecticide Expert Advice
“BASF Exponus Insecticide is used to control thrips and caterpillars various crops. For best results, apply Exponus when pest incidence is first noticed in the crop.” - BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- Follow IRAC resistance management guidelines wherever applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of insecticides with the same mode of action.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines and safety instructions mentioned on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
