Lethal 20 EC is a powerful insecticide that is used to control soil-dwelling and sucking pests, cutworms, and aphids. It is also used to target termites in construction sites through the contact mode of action. Lethal 20 EC insecticide inhibits the enzyme and causes nerve overstimulation, leading to paralysis and death. IIL Lethal 20 EC insecticide is suitable for IPM (Integrated Pest Management) systems, making it an eco-friendly option.
Key Features and Benefits of IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide:
Broad-Spectrum: Lethal 20 EC insecticide provides broad-spectrum protection against various pests like sucking, biting, chewing, and soil pests.
High Compatibility: This insecticide is highly compatible with other agrochemicals and remedies, enhancing its effectiveness.
Effective Protection: Lethal 20 EC provides contact and fumigant action, ensuring healthy crops.
Multiple Uses: Lethal 20 EC insecticide can be used on a wide variety of crops to defend them from various crop-ruining pests.
Lethal 20 EC Uses:
IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide is effective against a wide range of chewing, sucking, and soil pests across:
Paddy (Rice) — Hispa, Leaf Roller, Gall Midge, Stem Borer
Beans — Aphid, Pod Borer
Gram (Chickpea) — Cutworm
Sugarcane — Black Bug, Early Shoot Borer, Stalk Borer
Cotton — Aphid, Bollworm, Whitefly, Cutworm
Groundnut — Aphid, Root Grub
Mustard — Aphid
Brinjal — Shoot and Fruit Borer
Lethal 20 EC Insecticide Dose:
Apply IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide as a foliar spray at the recommended dose. Always follow the crop-specific PHI before harvest.
Crop | Target Pest | Dose / Acre | Per Litre | Per 15L Pump | PHI |
Paddy | Hispa, Leaf Roller, Gall Midge, Stem Borer | 500–750 ml | 2.5–3.75 ml | 37–56 ml | 30 days |
Beans | Aphid, Pod Borer | 1200 ml | 6 ml | 90 ml | 14 days |
Gram | Cutworm | 1000 ml | 5 ml | 75 ml | 14 days |
Sugarcane | Black Bug, Shoot & Stalk Borer | 300–600 ml | 1.5–3 ml | 22–45 ml | 60 days |
Cotton | Aphid, Bollworm, Whitefly, Cutworm | 500–1500 ml | 2.5–7.5 ml | 37–112 ml | 21 days |
Groundnut | Aphid, Root Grub | 400–460 ml | 2–2.3 ml | 30–34 ml | 30 days |
Mustard | Aphid | 200 ml | 1 ml | 15 ml | 14 days |
Brinjal | Shoot and Fruit Borer | 400 ml | 2 ml | 30 ml | 7 days |
How to Use IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide:
Shake the Lethal 20 EC bottle well before opening to mix the active ingredient evenly.
Wear gloves and a face mask before measuring the product.
Measure the right quantity using a marked cup or syringe.
Half-fill the spray tank with clean water and pour in the measured product slowly.
Add the remaining water and stir until the solution looks uniform.
Use a fine-mist or hollow-cone nozzle for proper coverage.
Spray during calm weather, covering both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
Use 150 to 200 litres of water per acre for full canopy coverage.
Best Time to Apply:
Spray IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide at the first sign of pest activity — when small caterpillars are just starting to feed, when sucking pests colonise the new shoots, or when soil pests like root grubs and cutworms begin damaging the crop base. Late afternoon or early evening is the best window, as leaf temperature is cooler and product retention on the leaf is stronger.
Frequency of Application and Re-entry Period:
Frequency: 2 to 3 sprays of Lethal 20 EC Insecticide per crop cycle at 10 to 15-day intervals, depending on pest pressure and crop stage.
Re-Entry Period: Wait 24 hours after spraying before re-entering the treated field without protective clothing.
Compatibility: IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide is compatible with most common fungicides and water-soluble fertilizers. Avoid mixing with strongly alkaline products like Bordeaux mixture, lime sulfur, or high-pH copper sprays. Always run a small jar test before a new tank-mix combination.
Safety, Precautions and Handling:
Wear hand gloves, face mask, and protective eyewear while handling the product.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during mixing or spraying.
Spray downwind and keep children, pets, and livestock away from treated fields.
Wash hands and exposed body parts with soap and water after use.
In case of accidental ingestion, contact a doctor immediately with the product label.
Storage Instructions:
Store IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
Keep away from food, animal feed, and drinking water sources.
Store in the original container with the cap tightly closed.
Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock.
Storage Temperature: Below 30°C
Shelf Life: 24 months from the date of manufacture.
Product Specification:
Specification | Details |
Product Name | IIL Lethal 20 EC Insecticide |
Manufacturer | Insecticides (India) Limited |
Technical Name | Chlorpyriphos 20% EC |
Formulation Type | Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) |
Mode of Action | Contact + Stomach + Vapor |
Category | Broad-Spectrum Organophosphate Insecticide |
Chemical Group (IRAC) | Organophosphate (Group 1B) |
Target Pest Type | Cutworm, Hispa, Stem Borer, Root Grub, Aphids, Bollworms, Whitefly, Pod Borer, Leaf Roller |
Recommended For | Paddy, Beans, Gram, Sugarcane, Cotton, Groundnut, Mustard, Brinjal |
Pack Sizes Available | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre |
Country of Origin | India |
Shelf Life | 2 Years from date of manufacture |
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI) | 7 – 60 Days (crop-dependent) |
Application Method | Foliar Spray |