01What is Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC?+
Spintra 45 is an insecticide manufactured by Deep Soil Agrology Limited, containing Spinosad 45% as a suspension concentrate (SC) formulation. Crop-wise use, application rates and dilution guidance are provided below. Use only as directed on the approved product label.
02Which crops and pests are listed for Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC?+
Cotton — American bollworm; Chilli — Fruit borer, Thrips; Chilli — Fruit borer (Helicoverpa armigera), Thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis); Red gram — Pod borer; Brinjal — Fruit & Shoot borer; Grapes — Thrips
03What application rates are listed for Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC?+
Cotton — American bollworm: 30.4-40.5 g A.I. 66.8-89 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 10 days. Chilli — Fruit borer, Thrips: 29.5 g A.I. 64.8 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 3 days. Chilli — Fruit borer (Helicoverpa armigera), Thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis): 22.7-29.5 g A.I. 50.2-65.6 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 3 days. Red gram — Pod borer: 22.7-29.5 g A.I. 50.6-65.6 ml formulation; water dilution: 324-405; waiting period: 47 days. Brinjal — Fruit & Shoot borer: 29.5-34 g A.I. 65.6-75.7 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 3 days. Grapes — Thrips: 25 ml per 100 L water A.I. 101 ml formulation; water dilution: 405; waiting period: 15 days
04What are the listed features of Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC?+
Contains Spinosad 45% as the active ingredient; Formulated as a Suspension Concentrate (SC); Insecticide category product for pest management; Registered use in cotton, among other listed crops; Targets American bollworm; Nicotinic acetylcholine and GABA receptor-modulating mode of action
05How does Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC work?+
Spinosad is a spinosyn-class insecticide derived from the fermentation of the soil actinomycete Saccharopolyspora spinosa. It acts on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at a binding site distinct from that of neonicotinoids, and also affects GABA-gated chloride channels, leading to hyperexcitation of the insect nervous system, paralysis and death. Spinosad is classified under IRAC Group 5 (spinosyns).
06How should Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC be applied?+
Spintra 45 (Spinosad 45% SC) is diluted in the recommended volume of water and applied as a foliar spray in cotton, using standard knapsack or boom sprayers, following the approved product label.
07What safety guidance applies to Spintra 45 – Spinosad 45% SC?+
Use strictly as per the directions on the approved product label
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during mixing and spraying
Avoid spray drift onto sensitive or non-target crops
Keep out of reach of children and away from food, feed, and water sources
Store in a cool, dry place in original packaging
