Dimethoate — Dosage & Labelled Products
Insecticide · 20 crops on label · 4 CIB&RC registered brand products
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Dimethoate 30% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for insects control. It is approved for use on 20 crops including Apple, Apricot, Banana, Brinjal.
Dimethoate dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Stem Borer · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Apricot | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Banana | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Banana | Lacewing · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Brinjal | Shoot Borer · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cabbage | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cabbage | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cabbage | Painted Bug · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Castor | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 250 | 825 | 500-1000 | - |
| Castor | Mites · Insects | Spray | 250 | 825 | 500-1000 | - |
| Castor | Semi Looper · Insects | Spray | 350 | 1155 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cauliflower | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cauliflower | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Cauliflower | Painted Bug · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Chillies | Mites · Insects | Spray | 300 | 990 | 500-1000 | - |
| Citrus | Black aphids · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Fig | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 1485-1980 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Fig | Mealy Bug · Insects | Spray | 0.03% | 2475-3300 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Maize | Shoot Borer Fly · Insects | Spray | 350 | 1155 | 500-1000 | - |
| Maize | Stem Borer · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Mango | Leaf Hopper · Insects | Spray | 0.05% | 2475-3300 | 1500-2000 | - |
| Mustard | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Mustard | Leaf Miner · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Mustard | Sawfly · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Okra | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 700 | 2310 | 500-1000 | - |
| Okra | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 600 | 1980 | 500-1000 | - |
| Okra | Leaf Hopper · Insects | Spray | 600 | 1980 | 500-1000 | - |
| Onion | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Potato | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Rose | Scale · Insects | Spray | 750 | 2475 | 500-1000 | - |
| Rose | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 400 | 1320 | 500-1000 | - |
| Safflower | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Sorghum | Earhead Midge · Insects | Spray | 500 | 1650 | 500-1000 | - |
| Tomato | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 660 | 500-1000 | - |
| Tomato | White Fly · Insects | Spray | 300 | 990 | 500-1000 | - |
Read the label. Doses above are the registered label claims (Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee) for information only. Always follow the product label and your local agriculture officer's advice, wear protective equipment, and observe the waiting period before harvest. Found an error? Report it. See our terms of use.
Crops on the Dimethoate label
- Apple 32 pesticides
- Apricot 1 pesticides
- Banana 8 pesticides
- Brinjal 42 pesticides
- Cabbage 32 pesticides
- Castor 3 pesticides
- Cauliflower 14 pesticides
- Chillies 76 pesticides
- Citrus 14 pesticides
- Fig 1 pesticides
- Maize 28 pesticides
- Mango 21 pesticides
- Mustard 15 pesticides
- Okra 45 pesticides
- Onion 15 pesticides
- Potato 39 pesticides
- Rose 10 pesticides
- Safflower 4 pesticides
- Sorghum 25 pesticides
- Tomato 60 pesticides
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Source: Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC), India - official registered brand product list · View source →. Updated: updated annually · Report an error
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimethoate 30% EC used for in India?
Dimethoate 30% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for insects control on 20 crops including Apple, Apricot, Banana.
What is the recommended dosage of Dimethoate 30% EC?
The registered dosage of Dimethoate 30% EC varies by crop and target pest. For example: Apple (Stem Borer) — 1485-1980 per hectare; Apricot (Aphids) — 1485-1980 per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Dimethoate 30% EC in India?
4 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Dimethoate 30% EC are available in India, manufactured by 4 companies. All products listed on this page contain Dimethoate 30% EC as the active ingredient at the registered concentration and are approved under the Insecticides Act 1968.
What is the pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Dimethoate 30% EC?
The pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Dimethoate 30% EC varies by crop and formulation. It is the minimum number of days between the last application and harvest. Check the dosage table above for crop-specific PHI values.
Is Dimethoate safe for all crops?
Dimethoate 30% EC is only registered for the specific crops listed in its CIB&RC label. Using it on non-registered crops is illegal and may result in crop damage or residue violations. Always verify the crop is listed on the product label before use.