Cypermethrin- CYPERRIN POWDER 25KG Bag

Limeshell Enterprises Distributors and Dealers of Cypermethrin powder is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used to control a wide range of insect pests. It's effective in both agricultural and residential settings, working by disrupting the nervous system of insects, causing paralysis and death. The powder formulation allows for easy application to crops, soil, and indoor surfaces. 

Here's a more detailed look at its uses:

1. Agriculture:

Crop Protection:

Cypermethrin dust is used to control pests in various crops, including cotton, cabbage, and other vegetables. 

Soil Treatment:

It can be applied to the soil to protect crops from pests that burrow underground. 

Stored Grains:

Cypermethrin dust can also be used to protect stored grains from insect infestation. 

2. Residential & Public Health:

Household Pest Control:

It's effective against a range of household pests, including ants, cockroaches, termites, and flies. 

Public Health:

Cypermethrin can be used to control mosquitoes and other insects in public health settings. 

3. Veterinary Applications:

Ectoparasite Control: It's used to control ectoparasites (like ticks and lice) that infest livestock and companion animals. 

4. Mechanism of Action:

Disruption of Nervous System:

Cypermethrin disrupts the normal functioning of the insect's sodium channels, leading to paralysis and death.

Contact and Stomach Action:

It is effective when insects come into contact with the powder or when they ingest it.

Anti-feeding Action:

It can also reduce the insect's appetite by interfering with their nervous system. 

5. Application Methods:

Dusting: Cypermethrin is often applied as a dusting powder, which can be applied manually or with mechanical dusters. 

Spraying: It can also be mixed with water and applied as a spray. 

6. Safety Considerations:

Human and Animal Toxicity:

While cypermethrin is highly toxic to insects, it is generally less toxic to humans and other animals. However, it's crucial to use it according to label instructions and take precautions. 

Environmental Impact:

It's important to use cypermethrin responsibly to minimize its potential impact on non-target organisms and the environment. 

7. Formulations:

Dusting Powder: A common formulation, making it easy to apply directly to crops and surfaces. 

Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC): Can be mixed with water for spraying applications. 

8. Examples of Products:

Cypra Dust: A dust formulation specifically for controlling pests in crops like brinjal. 

Cytox: A ready-to-use dusting powder for various household pests. 

Cyper 10% EC Veterinary: A veterinary formulation for ectoparasite control in livestock.