About King Doxa Insecticide
King Doxa Insecticide is a Gharda Chemicals product containing Indoxacarb 14.5% SC. It is a broad-spectrum, contact and stomach insecticide with anti-feeding effect helps to control lepidopteran insects.
King Doxa Insecticide is recommended in crops such as cotton, cabbage, chilli, tomato, pigeonpea, rice, soybean and chickpea. It is used against pests such as bollworm, diamond back moth, fruit borer, pod borer complex, yellow stem borer, leaf folder, tobacco caterpillar and pod borer.
King Doxa Insecticide Technical Name
Indoxacarb 14.5% SC
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact and stomach action
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Mode of Action: King Doxa Insecticide acts as a sodium channel blocker. It disrupts normal nerve impulse transmission in insects, leading to paralysis and death. It has a strong anti-feeding effect, so affected pests stop feeding and further crop damage is reduced.
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Time of Application: At pest incidence
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad-Spectrum: Controls labelled chewing pests in recommended crops.
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Effective Against: Bollworm, diamond back moth, fruit borer, pod borer complex, yellow stem borer, leaf folder, tobacco caterpillar and pod borer.
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Fast Knockdown action: King Doxa has a Fast Knockdown effect. It quickly paralyzes and prevents further feeding damage almost immediately within hours.
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Long Residual Control: It has residual control and long-lasting protection.
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Crop Safety: Low phytotoxicity; safe for paddy when applied correctly.
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Convenience: Works in different weather; reduces need for frequent sprays.
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Environmentally Friendlier Profile: Lower impact on non-target organisms compared to broad-spectrum older chemicals.
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Economic Benefit: Effective at lower doses -cost-effective control with better returns.
- Re-entry Period is 24 hours.
King Doxa Insecticide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target insect pests |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Waiting period |
Cotton |
Bollworm |
200 ml |
240 to 400 L |
0.5 to 0.83 ml |
16 days |
Cabbage |
Diamond back moth |
80 to 106 ml |
160 to 300 L |
0.35 to 0.5 ml |
7 days |
Chilli |
Fruit borer |
133 to 160 ml |
120 to 240 L |
0.66 to 1.1 ml |
5 days |
Tomato |
Fruit borer |
160 to 200 ml |
120 to 240 L |
0.83 to 1.33 ml |
5 days |
Pigeonpea |
Pod borer complex |
133 to 160 ml |
200 to 400 L |
0.4 to 0.66 ml |
15 days |
Rice |
Yellow stem borer, Leaf folder |
80 to 133 ml |
200 L |
0.4 to 0.66 ml |
37 days |
Soybean |
Tobacco caterpillar |
133 ml |
200 L |
0.65 ml |
36 days |
Chickpea |
Pod borer |
160 to 200 ml |
200 L |
0.8 to 1 ml |
19 days |
Foliar Spray: Apply King Doxa Insecticide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. Direct spray towards the crop and ensure uniform and proper coverage. It is recommended to use High volume sprayer such as knapsack sprayer, rocking sprayer, foot sprayer etc. fitted with hollow cone nozzle against the target insect pests especially on leaf undersides and plant parts where larvae feed.
Apply the recommended crop at any stage of crop growth when the incidence of insect pest is observed. Spray preferably during morning and evening hours. Do not apply on a windy day or before rain. One to two sprays at 7-10 days interval may be applied.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing King Doxa 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.
King Doxa Insecticide Expert Advice
“Gharda King Doxa is an excellent broad-spectrum insecticide used to kill lepidopteran insects in various crops. For best results apply King Doxa insecticide at first pest incidence.”-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.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
