LAMBDA-CYHALOTHRIN + THIAMETHOXAM

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action: Thiamethoxam is a systemic, contact, and ingestion insecticide. It acts directly on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, disrupting their function, which leads to paralysis and eventually death of the insect.

• Lambda-cyhalothrin is a non-systemic, fast-acting contact and ingestion insecticide. It penetrates nerve cells and increases the release of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the presynaptic region, preventing nerve signal transmission.

Usage and Application Rates:

Pre-harvest Interval:

• Melons and Cucurbits: 3 days
• Pistachio: 50 days

Application Management:

• Avoid using this pesticide on ornamental plants that attract pollinating bees.
• Do not apply during air inversion conditions.

Application Method:
Select and calibrate a suitable sprayer. Dissolve the recommended amount of pesticide in a small quantity of water, then add this solution to a half-filled sprayer tank. While stirring, add the remaining required water. The sprayer tank agitator must operate during both solution preparation and spraying.

Precautions:

• Avoid ingestion, contamination of human and animal food, skin, eye, or clothing contact, inhalation of pesticide particles, and eating or drinking during spraying.
• Wear protective clothing, a hat, goggles, a mask, boots, and non-permeable gloves during spraying. After application, wash clothes and body thoroughly.
• Strictly avoid smoking during spraying.
• Do not reuse pesticide containers. Empty containers must be stored away from water sources and disposed of in accordance with national environmental regulations.
• Transportation of this pesticide must comply with international hazardous materials regulations.

Storage Conditions:

• Store Lambda-cyhalothrin + Thiamethoxam in its original packaging, out of the reach of children and animals, in closed warehouses away from sunlight, moisture, and livestock.
• Storage temperature should be between 10°C and 35°C.
• Once the pesticide seal is opened, its shelf life and effectiveness may decrease.
• Avoid storing the pesticide in aqueous solution form.

Symptoms of Poisoning and First Aid:

Symptoms include eye, skin, and respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and vision disturbances. If the pesticide solution contacts the skin or face, immediately wash the affected area several times with soap and water. If poisoning symptoms occur, seek medical attention and show the pesticide label to the doctor.

Environmental Toxicity:

• This pesticide is dangerous to bees, birds, fish, and other aquatic organisms.
• Remove livestock and poultry from the area before application and prevent grazing in freshly treated areas.
• Avoid contaminating drinking water sources, stagnant or underground water with the pesticide or its solution.
• Do not wash pesticide application equipment near rivers or running water.

Antidote: No specific antidote exists for Lambda-cyhalothrin + Thiamethoxam.