Frequently Asked Questions
Danitol is a broad-spectrum insecticide used to control various types of chewing insects that damage the crops. It controls insects like pink bollworm, spotted bollworm, American bollworm, leaf folder, and yellow stem borer.
Sumitomo Danitol insecticide contains Fenpropathrin 10 % EC that acts through ingestion and contact action.
Danitol insecticide can be used for cotton and paddy for controlling bollworm complex, stem borer and leaf folders.
The active ingredients of Danitol insecticide (Fenpropathrin 10 % EC) when come in contact with the insects, halts their feeding, paralyses the nervous system and causes death of the destructive insects.
Danitol insecticide can be used at a dosage range of:
- 1-2.5 ml/litre
- 300-500 ml per acre
- 15-37.5 ml/15 litre pump.
Note: Refer to the label instructions for crop-specific dosages.
Yes, Danitol Sumitomo insecticide can be harmful to beneficial insects if applied incorrectly. Since it is a broad-spectrum insecticide, it may affect pollinators and other natural enemies. To reduce the risk of harming beneficial insects, it is advisable to spray during early morning or late afternoon.
Choose a non-windy or no-rain day to apply Danitol insecticide to avoid drifting and washing away. Cooler hours of the day, like early morning or late afternoon, are ideal for spraying. It is advised to spray it as soon as the insect attack is spotted.
Danitol can be mixed with some compatible chemicals. But it is recommended to seek expert advice or follow label claims.
BigHaat offers the best prices for insecticides. Please visit BigHaat website or mobile app for discounted Danitol price.
To get the best results, mix a spreader or sticker (adjuvant) with Danitol insecticide. Two-three successive sprays are recommended first soon after the infestation while the second and third sprays can be taken at an interval of 7-14 days. Use a high-volume knapsack sprayer to get effective coverage.