Twingo, SC

Mode of action

Diflubenzuron belongs to the class of chitin synthesis inhibitors, blocks its formation, and interferes with the formation of the cuticle during molting. The product has ovicidal and larvicidal contact enteric effects. The active ingredient penetrates the eggshell and prevents larvae hatching or kills the insect larvae of different ages as a result of cuticle rupture during molting. If a larva is treated with the product at the latest age, cuticle formation may be disturbed in the pupa or adult insects. The maximum manifestation of the ovicidal effect is observed when the eggs are laid on the treated plants. Also, the product is able to additionally prevent laying viable eggs by adult insects.
Imidacloprid has a systemic and acute contact enteric effects. It blocks postsynaptic nicotinergic receptors of the nervous system in insects. As a result, the transmission of signals via the pest central nervous system is inhibited, paralysis and convulsions develop, which causes the death of pests. Active ingredient exhibits high residual activity.

Period of protective effect

Not less than 14 days.

Rate of exposure

High rate of toxic effect. The death of imago is observed within 24 hours, larvae die within several days.

Method of application. Procedure for the working liquid preparation

Prepare the working liquid immediately before use and use it on the day of preparation.
Fill the sprayer tank half full with water, start the stirrer, add the full dose of the product, add the remaining water, and stir. Flush the product canister with water several times and pour the water into the sprayer tank. Mix the entire volume thoroughly.
For spraying, commercially available ground sprayers are used intended for the application of insecticides, or remote garden sprayers.

Compatibility with other pesticides

Compatible with most pesticides. Before large-scale application, it is necessary to check the physical, chemical and biological compatibility with a particular product at recommended doses.

Phytotoxicity

The product is not phytotoxic at the recommended consumption rates.

Probability of resistance

Resistance has not been observed if used in the recommended consumption rates and method of application.

Storage conditions
Keep the preparation in a room dedicated for pesticide storage. Temperature range is minus 10⁰C to plus 35⁰C. Stir before use.

Shelf life
3 years.

Packing
5 liter PE container

Registrant
Schelkovo Agrohim, Russia

Manufacturer
Schelkovo Agrohim, Russia