Defender® 25EC

Defender® 25EC is a powerful insecticide for the broad-spectrum control of insects including aphids, thrips, whiteflies, spider mites and diamondback moth (DBM) on roses and vegetables.

Product Details

Target (Crop/Area) : Rose, Vegetables
Available Packs: 1 L, 100 ml
Product Type: Insecticide
Formulation: Emulsifiable concentrate (EC)
Active Ingredient(s): Bifenthrin 25 g/L
PHI: 7
Mode of Action: Contact, Systemic
Target (Pests/Disease/Weeds) : Aphids, Diamondback moth, Red Spidermites, Whiteflies
Application Rate: Varied. See label for details.
Re-Entry Interval: 12 Hours

Mode of Action

Bifenthrin (Pyrethroid group) kills either by ingestion or contact. It disrupts the functioning of the nervous system in an organism causing paralysis or death.

Application Guide

Apply at first sign of pest attack and repeat applications on a 10 – 14 days interval for maximum of 2 applications per season while ensuring thorough wetting of the plant.

This insecticide is compatible with most commonly used pesticides and liquid fertilizers. However, a compatibility test is advisable before mixing commercial quantities or spraying a large area.

This insecticide is not phytotoxic when used as recommended.