About Monocrotophos 36% SL
Monocrotophos 36% SL is a highly effective, broad-spectrum organophosphate insecticide/acaricide featuring systemic and contact action. It provides rapid knockdown of sucking, chewing, and boring insectssuch as aphids, mites, and bollwormson crops like cotton and sugarcane, improving overall plant health and yield
- Dual Action Mechanism: The insecticide works systemically (absorbed into plant tissue) and via contact, making it highly effective even against concealed pests.
- Broad-Spectrum Control: Effective against a wide variety of pests, including whiteflies, jassids, thrips, bollworms, stem borers, and mites.
- Rapid Action and Residual Effect: Known for quick knockdown of pest infestations while providing long-lasting protection, which can reduce the frequency of application.
- Versatile Crop Use: Suitable for various crops, including cotton, rice, sugarcane, maize, and tea.
- Application: Commonly applied as a foliar spray, often at doses around

per acre, depending on the crop and pest.
- Restrictions: As per reports, Monocrotophos is banned for use on vegetables and its use is restricted in some instances due to its toxicity.
- Toxicity Warning: It is an organophosphate insecticide and requires careful handling to avoid human and environmental safety risk