- Fraxos is an effective phosphorus insecticide widely used to control a variety of pests affecting vegetable, fruit, and grain crops. It contains the active ingredient fenitrothion 50%.
- It is formulated as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC), and works by affecting the insect's nervous system through the stomach and contact, inhibiting the activity of the esterase enzyme, leading to insect paralysis and death.
Product Features:
- Effective against sucking and biting pests such as whitefly and thrips.
- It is used on a wide range of crops.
- Fast and direct effect on insects.
- It works by contact and digestion to ensure stronger results.
- Suitable for open farms and greenhouses.
Technical specifications:
- Trade name: Fraxos 50% EC
- Type: Phosphorous insecticide
- Active ingredient: Fentrothione 50%
- Composition: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
- Size: 1 liter
- Country of Origin: Saudi Arabia
- Manufacturer: International Pesticides Group IPI
How to use:
- Use at a rate of: 0.5 – 1 liter / 100 liters of water, depending on the crop type and severity of the infection.
- It is recommended to spray in the early morning or late afternoon, and cover the plant well.
- Prohibition period (before harvest):
- Varies depending on the crop:
- Leafy vegetables: 7 days
- Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers: 15 days
- Grapes: 21 days
- Beans, carrots, spinach: 21 days
- Wheat, rice: 30 days
Precautions for use:
- For use by a professional only.
- Do not mix with alkaline compounds or oils unless compatibility is tested.
- Store in a dry place away from sunlight and high temperatures.