- Sniper 75 EC is an emulsifiable concentrate insecticide combining two active ingredients, emamectin benzoate 2.5% and lambda-cyhalothrin 5%, for strong protection against a wide range of pests. It acts by contact and ingestion on the insect nervous system, causing rapid paralysis and immediate feeding stop after spraying. It is used effectively against the tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta), cutworms, leaf miners and bollworms and corn borers on vegetables, corn and cotton, and is a key product in integrated pest management (IPM) programs.
Key Features:
- Dual formula for high efficacy and fast knockdown.
- Contact and ingestion action that stops insect feeding immediately after spraying.
- Effective against larvae and young insects, and affects adults on direct contact.
- Long-lasting effect that reduces the number of applications.
- Safe on plants when used at the recommended rates.
- Suitable for integrated pest management programs.
Specifications:
- Trade name: Sniper 75 EC
- Type: Non-systemic contact and ingestion insecticide
- Formulation: Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)
Active Ingredients:
- Emamectin benzoate 2.5%
- Lambda-cyhalothrin 5%
- Odor: Moderate
- Country of origin: Saudi Arabia
- Manufacturer: AstraChem
- Pack size: 1 L
Directions for Use:
- Tomato, pepper and eggplant: against Tuta absoluta and leaf miners at 250 ml per 100 L of water.
- Cotton and corn: against bollworms and cutworms at 300–400 ml per 100 L of water.
- Leafy vegetables: against moths and caterpillars at 200–300 ml per 100 L of water.
- Repeat every 10–14 days depending on infestation level or as advised by an agronomist.
- Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI):
- Do not harvest within 7 days of the last application to avoid residues on the fruit.
Precautions:
- Do not mix with alkaline pesticides or mineral oils.
- Spray preferably in the early morning or after sunset to reduce evaporation and improve uptake.
- Wear gloves and a mask during preparation and spraying.
- Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of children and animals.
Additional Benefits:
- Stops larval feeding immediately after spraying, protecting leaves and fruit from damage.
- Gives the plant a long protection period against new infestations.
- Improves produce quality and keeps the crop healthy.
- Supports integrated control programs with its fast and lasting dual action.