Tagban Insecticide
Chlorpyriphos 20% EC
₹720.00₹400.00
Tagban (manufactured by Tropical Agrosystem India Pvt. Ltd.) is an organophosphorus insecticide formulation containing Chlorpyrifos 20% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate). It acts as a broad-spectrum, multi-action pesticide that provides control through contact, stomach, and fumigant action.
Key Technical Features
Active Ingredient: Chlorpyrifos 20% EC
Chemical Family: Organophosphate (IRAC Group 1B)
Mode of Action: Inhibits acetylcholinesterase in the insect's nervous system, causing immediate disruption, paralysis, and pest death.
Application Types: Suitable as a foliar spray, soil application/drenching, and seed treatment.
Target Crops and Pest Management
Tagban is utilized across various commercial crops, cash crops, and vegetable gardens to prevent yield loss:
1. Commercial & Cash Crops
Crop | Major Target Pests | Recommended Dosage | Application Method |
Cotton | Aphids, Whiteflies, Jassids, Bollworms | 800 – 1000 ml / acre | Foliar Spray |
Sugarcane | Early Shoot Borer, Termites, Root Grubs | 1000 – 1200 ml / acre | Soil Drenching / Spray |
Paddy (Rice) | Stem Borer, Leaf Folder, Hispa | 500 – 1000 ml / acre | Foliar Spray |
Mustard & Oilseeds | Aphids, Sawfly | 250 – 400 ml / acre | Foliar Spray |
2. Vegetable Crops
Crop | Major Target Pests | Recommended Dosage | Application Method |
Brinjal (Eggplant) | Shoot & Fruit Borer, Aphids | 400 – 800 ml / acre | Foliar Spray |
Beans & Legumes | Pod Borer, Black Bug, Leafhoppers | 800 – 1000 ml / acre | Foliar Spray |
Root & Leafy Vegetables | Cutworms, Flea Beetles, Root Grubs | 1000 – 2000 ml / acre | Soil Drenching / Sand Broadcast |
3. Soil Pest & Termite Control
Termites & Root Grubs: Tagban is widely used for termite prevention in crops and construction soils. Mix $1.0\text{ L}$ to $2.5\text{ L}$ per acre in water or dry sand for soil application around the root zone, followed by light irrigation.
Key Benefits
Triple Action Protection: Kills pests via contact, stomach ingestion, and vapor/fumigant action.
Fast Knockdown Effect: Insects rapidly stop feeding and are controlled within hours.
Versatile Application: Can be applied on leaves, incorporated into soil, or used for seed treatments.
Safety Precautions
⚠️ Important Safety Information:
Toxicity: Contains a yellow/red warning label symbol (Poisonous). Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, and a face mask during preparation and spraying.
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI): Observe a minimum waiting period of 14 to 28 days after the last spray before harvesting crops intended for consumption.
Environmental Warning: Toxic to honeybees, aquatic life, and birds. Avoid spraying near water bodies or during active pollinator activity.
