Bisultap 18% AS – Nereistoxin-Analog Insecticide for Rice Pest Management

1. Technical Specifications

2. Target Pests & Efficacy Data

Primary Control (Rice Ecosystems):

• Rice stem borers (Chilo suppressalis, Scirpophaga incertulas)

• Leaf folders (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis)

• Brown planthopper (Nilaparvata lugens)

Efficacy Metrics (Field Trials):

HAT = Hours After Treatment | DAT = Days After Treatment

3. Application Protocol

Operational Guidelines:

• Apply via submerged root zone irrigation (rice) or foliar spray

• Maintain 3-5 cm water layer in rice fields for 72 hours post-application

• Avoid spraying when temperature >35°C or wind speed >15 km/h

4. Environmental & Safety Profile

Toxicology Data:

• WHO Classification: U (Unlikely hazardous, acute oral LD50 >5000 mg/kg)

• Honeybee Safety: Practically non-toxic (LD50 >100 μg/bee)

• Fish Toxicity: LC50 (96h) = 12.8 mg/L (moderately toxic)

Precautionary Measures:
⚠️ Re-entry Interval: 12 hours
⚠️ Buffer Zones: 10m from aquatic habitats
⚠️ PHI: Rice = 21 days, Leafy vegetables = 14 days

5. Resistance Management

Rotation Partners (MoA Groups):

• Neonicotinoids (Group 4A): Imidacloprid 17.8% SL

• Pyrroles (Group 13): Chlorfenapyr 10% SC

• IGRs (Group 16): Buprofezin 25% SC

Global Status:

• Registered in China, Vietnam, India

• Not approved in EU/US (MRL not established)

Packaging Options:

• 250 mL, 500 mL (AS bottles)

• 1 L, 5 L (HDPE jerrycans)

• 20 L (polyethylene drums)

Storage Requirements:

• Protect from freezing (<5°C causes crystallization)

• Agitate before use if stored >6 months

7. Performance Advantages

8. FAQ

Q: Can Bisultap control BPH biotype 4?
A: Shows 78% efficacy against resistant populations when tank-mixed with dinotefuran

Q: Compatibility with fungicides?
A: Compatible with tricyclazole but incompatible with copper oxychloride

Q: Phytotoxicity risk?
A: Nil observed at recommended doses across 12 rice varieties