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FORATOX® 10G belongs to Organo-phosphorus group of compounds and is a versatile insecticide having a strong systemic, contact and fumigant activity. The granular formulation when applied in soil is very effective for controlling several foliar & soil pests of agricultural crops such as sucking insects, leaf miner, internal feeders (borers), white grubs, viral vectors, mites and certain type of nematodes. |
Physical and Chemical Properties
Trade name: FORATOX® 10G
Common name: Phorate
Chemical group: Organo-phosphorous
Chemical name: O, O – diethyl – s – (ethyl thio) methyl phosphorodithioate
Empirical formula: C7H17O2PS3
Structural Formula: C2H5O
Appearance: Clear light yellow mobile liquid
Odor: strong mercaptan odour Molecular Weight: 260.4
Melting point: -15 °C
Boiling point: 118°C - 120°C at 0.8 mm Hg
Flash point: 160°C
Vapour Index: 0-0 106g/l at 120 °C and 1 mm pressure
Refractive Index: nD 25 1.5349
Specific Gravity: 35°C – 0.0039 mm, 50°C –0.015mm, 75°C –0.095mm
Solubility: 50 PPM in water Miscible in organic solvents
Flammability: Combustible liquid does not catch fire easily. Combustion products include oxide of carbon, sulfur and phosphorus
Compatibility: Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition: Decomposes rapidly in presence of alkalis. Decomposes on prolonged heating at 120°C or above.
Polymerization: Will not polymerize
Features
- FORATOX® 10G is a broad spectrum insecticide and effectively controls major insects, mites and certain nematodes. It also checks infection and spread of viral diseases by controlling the vectors.
- FORATOX® 10G not only gives rapid knockdown but also provides longer pest control varying from 4 to 8 weeks depending on pest, crop, soil type, agro-climatic conditions and intensity of pest attack.
- FORATOX® 10G being systemic is readily translocated through roots in the plant system. It also kills insects by contact and fumigant action.
- FORATOX® 10G is economical to use, as single application provides effective pest control and saves added cost of foliar applications.
- FORATOX® 10G application is simple and can be applied with minimum drift hazards.
- FORATOX® 10G when applied at recommended dosages do not leave harmful residues in plants.
- Encapsulated FORATOX® 10G granules provide greater safety to users.
Mode of Action
FORATOX®10G has a strong systemic, contact and fumigant activity. FORATOX® 10G is a Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, which is responsible for inhibition of enzyme Acetylcholinesterase resulting into blockage in the transmission of nerve impulses in the insects.
Application
Recommended dose of FORATOX® 10G is 10 -15 Kg / ha.
Packaging
1 kg and 5 kg.
Antidote
Atropinize the patient immediately and maintain by repeated doses of 2 to 4 mg at 5 to 10 minutes interval till symptoms persist.
Administer 1 to 2 gm of 2 PAM dissolved in 10 cc distilled water and inject intravenously (slowly taking 10 to 15 minutes).
Precautions
- Do not spray against the wind direction.
- Always wear protective clothing while handling.
- Do not smoke, eat or drink during application.
- Wash hands and body thoroughly after spraying.
