Thiamethoxam — Dosage & Labelled Products
Insecticide · 3 crops on label · 2 CIB&RC registered brand products
Moderately toxic — blue label triangle (Danger)
Thiamethoxam 70% WS is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for insects control. It is approved for use on 3 crops including Cotton, Okra, Tomato.
Thiamethoxam dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | Aphids · Insects | Seed treatment | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | Jassids · Insects | Seed treatment | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | Thrips · Insects | Seed treatment | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | White Fly · Insects | Spray | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Cotton | White Fly · Insects | Seed treatment | 300 | 430 | - | Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing |
| Okra | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 286 | - | - |
| Okra | Jassids · Insects | Spray | 200 | 286 | - | - |
| Tomato | Aphids · Insects | Spray | 420 | 600 | - | - |
| Tomato | Thrips · Insects | Spray | 420 | 600 | - | - |
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 Thiamethoxam label
- Cotton 116 pesticides
- Okra 45 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 Thiamethoxam 70% WS used for in India?
Thiamethoxam 70% WS is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for insects control on 3 crops including Cotton, Okra, Tomato.
What is the recommended dosage of Thiamethoxam 70% WS?
The registered dosage of Thiamethoxam 70% WS varies by crop and target pest. For example: Cotton (Aphids) — 430 per hectare; Cotton (Aphids) — 430 per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Thiamethoxam 70% WS in India?
2 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Thiamethoxam 70% WS are available in India, manufactured by 2 companies. All products listed on this page contain Thiamethoxam 70% WS as the active ingredient at the registered concentration and are approved under the Insecticides Act 1968.
What is the pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Thiamethoxam 70% WS?
The pre-harvest interval for Thiamethoxam 70% WS varies by crop: Cotton — Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing days; Cotton — Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing days; Cotton — Use as seed dresser at the time of sowing days. Check the PHI column in the dosage table above for each registered crop.
Is Thiamethoxam safe for all crops?
Thiamethoxam 70% WS 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.