MALATHION

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action: Malathion is a non-systemic insecticide with contact, ingestion, and slight respiratory properties. It belongs to the organophosphate group and also has acaricidal properties. It works by disrupting the function of cholinesterase in the pest’s nervous system.

Application Instructions:

Pre-Harvest Interval:

No pre-harvest interval has been recorded for this pesticide.

Application Management:

Malathion reduces blood cholinesterase levels.

Usage Instructions:

1. Select and calibrate an appropriate sprayer.
2. Mix the recommended amount of pesticide in water and add this solution to a sprayer tank that is half-filled with water.
3. Stir while adding the remaining required water.
4. Ensure the sprayer’s agitator is operating during preparation and application.

Precautions:

• Avoid ingestion, contaminating food, skin, eyes, or clothing contact, and inhaling pesticide particles.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during application.
• Wear protective clothing, hat, goggles, mask, boots, and non-permeable gloves.
• Wash hands and body thoroughly after spraying.
• Do not reuse pesticide containers.
• Store empty containers away from water sources and dispose of them environmentally as per regulations.
• Transport the pesticide according to international hazardous material regulations.

Storage Conditions:

• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Store in original packaging in closed warehouses away from sunlight, moisture, and livestock.
• Storage temperature: 10-35°C.
• Do not store as an aqueous solution. Opened containers reduce the product’s shelf life.

Symptoms of Poisoning and First Aid:

Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, and visual disturbances.

• If the pesticide comes into contact with skin or body, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water.
• If poisoning symptoms occur, seek medical help and show the pesticide label to the physician.

Environmental Toxicity:

• Toxic to bees.
• Keep livestock away during and after application, and prevent grazing in treated areas.
• Avoid contaminating drinking water, surface, or groundwater with the pesticide.
• Do not wash sprayers near rivers or water sources.

Antidote:

The antidote for Malathion is Atropine 2-PAM or 2-PAMM.

Legal and Expert Usage:

• Use under the supervision of an agricultural specialist.
• Sale is permitted only with a prescription from an agricultural specialist.
• Record purchaser details, sold quantity, and date in the monitoring system.