About Tricel Insecticide
Tricel Insecticide is a Sumitomo Chemical India product. It contains Chlorpyrifos 20% EC and is a broad spectrum organophosphorus insecticide.
Tricel Insecticide is used against pests such as hispa, leaf folder, stem borer, gall midge, whorl maggot, pod borer, black bug, cut worm, early shoot and stalk borer, pyrilla, aphid, bollworm, whitefly, root grub, shoot and fruit borer, diamond back moth, leafhopper and ground beetle. It is recommended in paddy, beans, gram, sugarcane, cotton, groundnut, mustard, brinjal, cabbage, onion, apple, ber, citrus, and tobacco crops.
Tricel Insecticide Technical Name
Chlorpyrifos 20% EC
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact, ingestion and vapor action
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Mode of Action: Tricel Insecticide is described as a broad-spectrum organophosphorus insecticide that controls insect pests in soil or on foliage through contact, ingestion and vapor action. It helps manage the listed insect pests when applied at the recommended dose and water volume.
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Time of Application: At pest appearance
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled soil pests, sucking pests, chewing pests, and caterpillars
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Effective Against: Hispa, leaf folder, stem borer, gall midge, whorl maggot, pod borer, black bug, cut worm, early shoot and stalk borer, pyrilla, aphid, bollworm, whitefly, root grub, shoot and fruit borer, diamond back moth, leafhopper and ground beetle.
- It can be used as a foliar spray, soil drench, seed treatment, and broadcasting with oil or sand for termite control.
Tricel Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water |
Dosage / L of water |
Paddy Rice |
Hispa |
500 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.25 to 2.50 ml |
Paddy Rice |
Leaf folder |
750 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.88 to 3.75 ml |
Paddy Rice |
Gall midge, stem borer, whorl maggot |
500 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.25 to 2.50 ml |
Beans |
Pod borer, black bug |
1200 ml |
200 to 400 L |
3.00 to 6.00 ml |
Gram |
Cut worm |
1000 ml |
200 to 400 L |
2.50 to 5.00 ml |
Sugarcane |
Black bug |
300 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.75 to 1.50 ml |
Sugarcane |
Early shoot and stalk borer |
500 to 600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.25 to 3.00 ml |
Sugarcane |
Pyrilla |
600 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.50 to 3.00 ml |
Cotton |
Aphid, bollworm, whitefly |
500 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.25 to 2.50 ml |
Cotton |
Cut worm |
1500 ml |
200 to 400 L |
3.75 to 7.50 ml |
Groundnut |
Aphid |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.00 to 2.00 ml |
Groundnut |
Root grub |
450 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.13 to 2.25 ml |
Mustard |
Aphid |
200 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.50 to 1.00 ml |
Brinjal |
Shoot and fruit borer |
400 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.00 to 2.00 ml |
Cabbage |
Diamond back moth |
800 ml |
200 to 400 L |
2.00 to 4.00 ml |
Onion |
Root grub |
2000 ml |
200 to 400 L |
5.00 to 10.00 ml |
Apple |
Aphid |
1500 to 2000 ml |
600 to 800 L |
2.50 ml |
Ber |
Leafhopper |
900 to 1200 ml |
600 to 800 L |
1.50 ml |
Citrus |
Black citrus, aphid |
600 to 800 ml |
600 to 800 L |
1.00 ml |
Tobacco |
Ground beetle |
700 ml |
200 to 400 L |
1.75 to 3.50 ml |
Foliar Spray, Soil Drench, Seed Treatment and Broadcasting: Apply Tricel Insecticide as per the recommended method for the target crop and pest. For foliar spray, use a knapsack, battery or power sprayer with a flat fan nozzle for uniform coverage.
Spray Tricel 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
- Tricel Insecticide is mentioned as compatible with other insecticides and fungicides. 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.
Tricel Insecticide Expert Advice
“Sumitomo Tricel is an excellent contact insecticide used for effective control of a broad range of insects in various crops. For best results, apply Tricel 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.
- 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.
