Pilaraff, SG
- Category: Plant protection products
- Producer: Pilarquim Co.,Ltd
Product Description
Pilaraff, SG – Insecticide for Gardens and Vegetables
A natural-origin translaminar insecticide for protection against caterpillars of lepidopteran pests.
General Characteristics
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Emamectin benzoate, 50 g/kg |
| Formulation | Water-soluble granules |
| Chemical class | Avermectins |
| Packaging | 1 kg |
Crop Application Table
| Crop | Pest | Application Rate (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Codling moth | 0.5 |
| Tomato | Cotton bollworm | 0.2 – 0.3 |
| Plum | Plum moth, black plum moth | 0.3 – 0.5 |
Mode of Action
The product is a non-systemic insecticide with contact and stomach action. The active substance affects the central nervous system of insects by binding to GABA receptors at synapses and H-receptors in muscle cells. This mechanism causes muscle relaxation, cessation of feeding, and death of insects.
Recommendations for Use
- The working solution must be prepared immediately before use.
- Preparing solutions without mechanized equipment is not permitted.
- During preparation and sprayer refilling, spillage of the solution must be avoided.
- After treatment, the sprayer should be washed and dried.
Advantages
- Ovicidal action – larvae die before penetrating the fruit.
- High efficiency under all weather conditions, including temperatures above +35°C and during rainfall.
- Effective at minimal doses.
- Unique physiological mechanism reducing the likelihood of cross-resistance.
- Safe for beneficial insects 2–24 hours after application.
- Long-lasting protection – up to 15 days.
- Short pre-harvest interval – 5–10 days.
