Lambda-Cyhalothrin — Dosage & Labelled Products
Insecticide · 11 crops on label · 17 CIB&RC registered brand products
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Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for insects control. It is approved for use on 11 crops including Brinjal, Chickpea, Chillies, Cotton.
Lambda-Cyhalothrin dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinjal | Fruit Borer · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 4 |
| Brinjal | Shoot Borer · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 4 |
| Chickpea | Pod Borer · Insects | Spray | 25 | 500 | 300-400 | 6 |
| Chillies | Mites · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 5 |
| Chillies | Pod Borer · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 5 |
| Chillies | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 5 |
| Cotton | Bollworm · Insects | Spray | 15-25 | 300-500 | 400-600 | 21 |
| Cotton | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 15-25 | 300-500 | 400-600 | 21 |
| Cotton | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 15-25 | 300-500 | 400-600 | 21 |
| Groundnut | Leaf Hopper · Insects | Spray | 15-Oct | 200-300 | 400-500 | 10 |
| Groundnut | Leaf Miner · Insects | Spray | 15-Oct | 200-300 | 400-500 | 10 |
| Groundnut | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 15-Oct | 200-300 | 400-500 | 10 |
| Mango | Leaf Hopper · Insects | Spray | 0.0025- 0.005% | 0.5-1.0 ml/l of water | - | 7 |
| Okra | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 300-400 | 4 |
| Okra | Shoot Borer · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 300-400 | 4 |
| Onion | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 300-400 | 5 |
| Paddy | Gall Midge · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Paddy | Green Leaf Hopper · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Paddy | Hispa · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Paddy | Leaf Folder · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Paddy | Stem Borer · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Paddy | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 12.5 | 250 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Pigeon Pea | Pod Borer · Insects | Spray | 20-25 | 400-500 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Pigeon Pea | Pod Fly · Insects | Spray | 20-25 | 400-500 | 400-600 | 15 |
| Tomato | Fruit Borer · Insects | Spray | 15 | 300 | 400-600 | 4 |
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 Lambda-Cyhalothrin label
- Brinjal 42 pesticides
- Chickpea 4 pesticides
- Chillies 76 pesticides
- Cotton 116 pesticides
- Groundnut 47 pesticides
- Mango 21 pesticides
- Okra 45 pesticides
- Onion 15 pesticides
- Paddy 165 pesticides
- Pigeon Pea 15 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 Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC used for in India?
Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for insects control on 11 crops including Brinjal, Chickpea, Chillies.
What is the recommended dosage of Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC?
The registered dosage of Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC varies by crop and target pest. For example: Brinjal (Fruit Borer) — 300 per hectare; Brinjal (Shoot Borer) — 300 per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC in India?
17 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC are available in India, manufactured by 15 companies. All products listed on this page contain Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% 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 Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC?
The pre-harvest interval for Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC varies by crop: Brinjal — 4 days; Brinjal — 4 days; Chickpea — 6 days. Check the PHI column in the dosage table above for each registered crop.
Is Lambda-Cyhalothrin safe for all crops?
Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% 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.