Thiamethoxam 50% DF

Item	Details
Product Name	Thiamethoxam 50% DF
Active Ingredient	Thiamethoxam
CAS No.	153719-23-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10ClN5O3S
Content	50%
Formulation	DF
Product Type	Insecticide
Chemical Group	Neonicotinoid
IRAC Group	Group 4A
Mode of Action	Systemic insecticide acting on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors
Main Use Direction	Control of sucking pests and selected chewing pests in registered crops

These technical identifiers match the product information and the IRAC classification for thiamethoxam.

Main Functions

Thiamethoxam 50% DF is mainly used to:

• Control sucking pests
• Control selected chewing pests
• Reduce feeding damage
• Protect crop vigor during active pest pressure
• Support systemic insect control in registered crops

Its main strength is the combination of systemic movement and broad pest relevance across common agricultural crop programs.

Mode of Action

Thiamethoxam acts on the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) and is classified by IRAC as a Group 4A neonicotinoid. This mode of action affects insect nerve signaling and leads to loss of normal activity and death in susceptible pests.

Thiamethoxam 50% DF is also used as a systemic insecticide. This means the active ingredient is taken up by the plant and helps control pests through plant-associated activity rather than surface contact alone.

Target Pests

Thiamethoxam 50% DF is used for important agricultural pests such as:

• Aphids
• Whiteflies
• Thrips
• Leafhoppers
• Mealybugs
• Wireworms
• Planthoppers
• Flea beetles

These pests match the listed use direction of the formulation and fit its role as a systemic neonicotinoid insecticide for broad pest programs.

Suitable Crops and Application Areas

Thiamethoxam 50% DF is suitable for registered crop programs that include:

• Vegetables
• Rice
• Corn
• Cotton
• Potatoes
• Fruit trees
• Ornamentals

These crop lines show the main agricultural use range of the formulation. The final crop scope should follow the approved local label in the destination market.

Application Guidance

Thiamethoxam 50% DF should be used according to the approved local label. Final dosage, spray timing, interval, and crop-specific directions should follow local registration requirements.

In general, this formulation is suitable when:

• the crop needs control of sucking pests
• the crop needs control of selected chewing pests
• the program requires a systemic insecticide
• a Group 4A neonicotinoid is part of the rotation plan

Correct timing remains important for stable field performance. Resistance-management guidance for Group 4A insecticides recommends avoiding repeated exclusive use across the season.

Formulation Features

DF means dry flowable. Dry flowable formulations are small granules or compressed particles that disperse in water for spray application. DF together with WDG as dry granular formulations that break down into fine particles in water.

The DF formulation gives Thiamethoxam 50% DF a concentrated dry format suitable for standard spray preparation. It is a practical formulation type for markets that prefer dry insecticide formulations over liquid routes.

Product Advantages

Thiamethoxam 50% DF stands out for these reasons:

• Systemic insecticide function
• Group 4A neonicotinoid chemistry
• Activity against important sucking pests
• Activity against selected chewing pests
• Concentrated DF dry formulation
• Broad crop relevance in registered uses

Its main technical strength is clear: Thiamethoxam 50% DF combines systemic insect control with a well-established pest spectrum.

Safety and Use Precautions

Thiamethoxam 50% DF should be handled carefully during mixing, spraying, storage, and transport. It should be used according to the approved local label and standard agricultural safety practice. Group 4A stewardship guidance also recommends rotating modes of action to help reduce resistance pressure.

Important points include:

• keep away from food, feed, and drinking water
• avoid contamination of ponds, rivers, and other water bodies
• wear proper protective clothing, gloves, and face protection
• follow local requirements for safe handling and application
• rotate with products that have a different mode of action

Storage and Transport

Store Thiamethoxam 50% DF in the original sealed package in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, food, feed, and unauthorized access.

Because this is a dry flowable formulation, the packaging should be protected from moisture, water exposure, bag damage, and rough handling during transport so that the granules remain stable before use.

FAQ

What kind of insecticide is Thiamethoxam 50% DF?

Thiamethoxam 50% DF is a systemic neonicotinoid insecticide in IRAC Group 4A.

How does Thiamethoxam 50% DF work?

It acts on the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor and works as a systemic insecticide in susceptible pest programs.

What pests can Thiamethoxam 50% DF control?

It is used for pests such as aphids, whiteflies, thrips, leafhoppers, mealybugs, wireworms, planthoppers, and flea beetles.

What crops can use Thiamethoxam 50% DF?

The listed crop lines include vegetables, rice, corn, cotton, potatoes, fruit trees, and ornamentals, depending on local registration scope.

What does DF mean in Thiamethoxam 50% DF?

DF means dry flowable, a dry granule-type formulation dispersed in water before spraying.