01What is Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL?+
Suremaxx is an insecticide manufactured by Deep Soil Agrology Limited, containing Imidacloprid 17.8% as a soluble liquid (SL) formulation. It is used […]
02Which crops and pests are listed for Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL?+
Cotton — Aphid, Whitefly, Jassid, Thrips; Paddy (Rice) — Brown plant hopper, White-backed plant hopper, Green leaf hopper; Chilli — Jassid, Aphid, Thrips; Sugarcane — Termite; Mango — Hopper; Sunflower — Whitefly, Jassid, Thrips; Okra (Bhindi) — Aphid, Jassid, Thrips; Citrus — Leaf miner, Psylla; Groundnut — Aphid, Jassid; Tomato — Whitefly; Grapes — Flea beetle
03What application rates are listed for Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL?+
Cotton — Aphid, Whitefly, Jassid, Thrips: 8.09-10.1 g A.I. 40.5-50.6 ml formulation; water dilution: 202-283; waiting period: 40 days. Paddy (Rice) — Brown plant hopper, White-backed plant hopper, Green leaf hopper: 8.09-10.1 g A.I. 40.5-50.6 ml formulation; water dilution: 202-283; waiting period: 40 days. Chilli — Jassid, Aphid, Thrips: 10.1-20.2 g A.I. 50.6-101 ml formulation; water dilution: 202-283; waiting period: 40 days. Sugarcane — Termite: 28.3 g A.I. 142 ml formulation; water dilution: 759; waiting period: 45 days. Mango — Hopper: 0.40-0.80 g per tree A.I. 2-4 ml per tree formulation; water dilution: 10 L per tree; waiting period: 45 days. Sunflower — Whitefly, Jassid, Thrips: 8.09 g A.I. 40.5 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 30 days. Okra (Bhindi) — Aphid, Jassid, Thrips: 8.09 g A.I. 40.5 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 3 days. Citrus — Leaf miner, Psylla: 4.05 g A.I. 20.2 ml formulation; water dilution: As per tree size and sprayer; waiting period: 15 days. Groundnut — Aphid, Jassid: 8.09-10.1 g A.I. 40.5-50.6 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 40 days. Tomato — Whitefly: 12.1-14.2 g A.I. 60.7-70.8 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 3 days. Grapes — Flea beetle: 0.0243-0.0324 kg A.I. 121-162 ml formulation; water dilution: 405; waiting period: 32 days
04What are the listed features of Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL?+
Contains Imidacloprid 17.8% as the active ingredient; Formulated as a Soluble Liquid/Concentrate (SL); Insecticide category product for pest management; Registered use in cotton, among other listed crops; Targets aphid, whitefly, jassid and thrips; Systemic, nicotinic acetylcholine-receptor mode of action
05How does Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL work?+
Imidacloprid is a neonicotinoid insecticide that binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR) in the insect central nervous system. This causes continuous nerve excitation, leading to paralysis and death of the target pest. As a systemic compound, it is absorbed and translocated within the plant, providing protection against sap-sucking insects. Imidacloprid is classified under IRAC Group 4A (nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonists).
06How should Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL be applied?+
Suremaxx (Imidacloprid 17.8% SL) is diluted in the recommended volume of water and applied as a foliar spray in cotton, using standard knapsack or boom sprayers, following the approved product label.
07What safety guidance applies to Suremaxx – Imidacloprid 17.8% SL?+
Use strictly as per the directions on the approved product label
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during mixing and spraying
Avoid spray drift onto sensitive or non-target crops
Keep out of reach of children and away from food, feed, and water sources
Store in a cool, dry place in original packaging
