- KillMite 480 SC is a non-systemic acaricide containing the active ingredient bifenazate at 48% w/v (480 SC), formulated as a suspension concentrate, used to control all types of spider mites on many crops. It kills the mobile stages of mites with a partial effect on eggs, helping to reduce infestation levels quickly. It acts on vital processes inside the pest, causing it to stop moving and then die. It gives effective results when applied early with good plant coverage, and is an important tool in integrated pest management programmes to limit resistance. Suitable for field crops, orchards and ornamental plants.
Key Features
- Contains bifenazate 48%, providing strong efficacy against mites.
- Fast-acting on nymphs and adult mites, reducing infestation in a short time.
- Non-systemic contact acaricide with local action, suitable for direct spraying.
- Belongs to IRAC Group 20D, making it suitable for resistance management programmes.
- SC (suspension concentrate) formulation ensures good adhesion to leaves and uniform distribution during spraying.
- Short pre-harvest interval on most crops, allowing early harvest.
Specifications
- Trade name: KillMite 480 SC
- Active ingredient: Bifenazate
- Concentration: 48% w/v (480 g/L)
- Formulation: Suspension concentrate (SC)
- Classification: Acaricide
- Resistance group: IRAC Group 20D
- Mode of action: Contact + local action (non-systemic)
- Stages affected: Effective on mobile stages, limited effect on eggs
- Pack size: 250 ml
- Country of origin: Saudi Arabia
Directions for Use
- Spider mites on vegetables (cucurbits, tomato, pepper, eggplant, okra):
- Use at 0.25 – 0.30 ml per litre of water (25–30 ml / 100 L), pre-harvest interval: 2 days.
- Spider mites on strawberry: use at 0.25 – 0.30 ml per litre of water, pre-harvest interval: 1 day.
- Spider mites on fruit trees (peach, apricot, plum, apple):
- Use at 0.25 – 0.30 ml per litre of water, pre-harvest interval: 7 days.
- Spider mites on nut crops (such as walnut and pistachio):
- Use at 0.25 – 0.30 ml per litre of water, pre-harvest interval: 14 days.
- Spider mites on ornamental plants and cut flowers:
- Use at 0.25 – 0.30 ml per litre of water depending on infestation severity.
Precautions
- The product controls the mobile stages of mites and has a partial effect on eggs.
- Do not spray during high temperatures or strong winds.
- Avoid contact with skin or eyes and use protective equipment.
- Do not enter the field until the spray has fully dried.
- Keep out of reach of children and away from food.
Orkida Tip
- The best results with acaricides come when you spray early, before the infestation builds up, focusing on the underside of the leaves. Rotating active ingredients prevents resistance and keeps the product effective for as long as possible — that is the real difference between ordinary and professional use.