- Acetal 20% SL is a systemic insecticide formulated as a water-soluble concentrate, containing the active ingredient acetamiprid 20%, for the control of piercing-sucking insects such as aphids, whiteflies, thrips and leafhoppers. It is absorbed and translocated in the plant sap, so it kills sucking insects as they feed. It acts on the insect's nervous system, causing paralysis and death within a short time. It is used against pests of leaves and new growth in vegetables, fruit and other crops, and gives reliable results when applied at the start of infestation.
Key Features
- Systemic insecticide rapidly absorbed by the plant.
- Effective against piercing-sucking insects such as aphids, whiteflies and thrips.
- Works by contact and by ingestion of treated plant sap.
- Protects new growth for a good period after spraying.
- Suitable for open fields and greenhouses.
- Safe for plants when used at the recommended rate.
Specifications
- Trade name: Acetal 20% SL
- Product type: Insecticide
- Active ingredient: Acetamiprid 20%
- Formulation: Soluble concentrate (SL)
- Insecticide group: IRAC Group 4A
- Mode of action: Systemic
- Odor: Light
- Country of origin: Saudi Arabia
- Pack size: 1 L
Directions for Use
- Apply Acetal 20% SL as a foliar spray only, diluted at 0.25–0.5 ml per 1 L of water.
- Spray to full wetting of the upper and lower leaf surfaces without run-off.
- Spray preferably at the first sign of infestation for the best result.
- Repeat after 10–14 days depending on infestation severity.
- Spray in the early morning or before sunset for optimal uptake.
Important Notes
- Do not mix with other Group 4A insecticides, to avoid resistance.
- Do not mix with alkaline pesticides or mineral oils.
- Do not use repeatedly throughout the season without rotation.
- Wear personal protective equipment while spraying.
Pre-Harvest Interval
- The pre-harvest interval varies by crop; follow the approved agricultural recommendations for each crop.
Orkida Tip
- For best results, use Acetal 20% SL at the start of infestation and keep rotating with insecticides from different groups within an integrated program to maintain efficacy and prevent resistance.