About Police Insecticide
Police Insecticide is a Gharda Chemicals product. It contains Fipronil 40% + Imidacloprid 40% WG and is a systemic and contact insecticide.
Police Insecticide is used against pests such as white grub, jassids, thrips, yellow stem borer, leaf folder, brown plant hopper and fruit borer. It is recommended in sugarcane, groundnut, cotton, rice and chilli crops.
Police Insecticide Technical Name
Fipronil 40% + Imidacloprid 40% WG
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Systemic and Contact
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Mode of Action: Police Insecticide contains Fipronil and Imidacloprid, which act on the insect nervous system. It works as a systemic and contact insecticide.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled sucking pests, caterpillars and soil insect pests.
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Effective Against: White grub, jassids, thrips, yellow stem borer, leaf folder, brown plant hopper and fruit borer.
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Re-entry Period: 48 hours after application
- Effective control of white grubs in crops like sugarcane and groundnut
- Fast knockdown and long residual control
Police Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Sugarcane |
White grub |
175 to 200 g |
400 to 500 L |
0.4 to 0.43 |
296 days |
Groundnut |
White grubs |
100 to 120 g |
400 L |
0.25 to 0.30 g |
106 days |
Cotton |
Jassids and thrips |
50 g |
200 L |
0.25 g |
36 days |
Rice |
Yellow stem borer, leaf folder, brown plant hopper |
40 to 50 g |
200 L |
0.20 to 0.25 g |
7 days |
Chilli |
Thrips and fruit borer |
30 to 40 g |
200 L |
0.15 to 0.20 g |
7 days |
Foliar Spray and Soil Application: Apply Police Insecticide using the recommended dose and water volume. Direct the spray towards the crop and ensure uniform and proper coverage. It is recommended to use a knapsack sprayer or motorized knapsack sprayer fitted with a hollow cone nozzle
Spray Police Insecticide when the target pest infestation is noticed in the recommended crop. Spray preferably during the morning and evening hours. Do not apply on a windy day or before rainfall.
Sugarcane: Apply as a soil drenching treatment at the time of planting
Groundnut: Apply as a foliar spray at the seedling stage
Rice and Chilli: Apply as a foliar spray based on the level of pest infestation
Apply 2–3 sprays at 15–20 days interval using the recommended dosage. Repeat the application only if necessary.
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.
- Do not mix with bare hands.
- Wash contaminated clothing after use.
- The product is toxic to fish, honey bees and birds. Avoid use near water bodies and avoid spraying during active honey bee foraging.
- Do not use in high concentration with low and ultra low volume application equipment.
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.
- Store insecticide packages in a separate room or storage area away from food articles. Keep the product under lock and key.
Police Insecticide Expert Advice
“Gharda Police is an excellent dual action insecticide used to kill sucking pests, soil insects and caterpillars in crops. For best results, apply Police Insecticide when the target pest first appears 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.
- The re entry period mentioned in the leaflet is 48 hours.
- 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.
