Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP

Cartap hydrochloride is a nereistoxin analogue with broad-spectrum activity against key insect pests. In this product:

• Active ingredient: Cartap Hydrochloride 50% w/w

• Formulation type: SP – Water-Soluble Powder

The 50% SP formulation is designed for dilution in water and spray application:

• Powders dissolve to form a clear solution or fine suspension, depending on formulation

• Farmers can easily adjust concentration according to crop, pest pressure and local label

• One product can serve multiple crops and pests, improving portfolio efficiency and stock management

This is very different from low-concentration granular formulations: Cartap 50% SP is aimed at sprayer-based programmes where control, coverage and flexibility are priorities.

Product Definition and Key Features

Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP is defined by three technical attributes:

• High loading: 50% active ingredient, meaning less product volume for the same field area

• Water-soluble powder: designed to dissolve quickly in water, without heavy sediment or caking when used correctly

• Systemic insecticide: active ingredient can move inside the plant after application, protecting tissues from feeding insects

Key product features:

• Suitable for foliar and canopy spraying in rice, vegetables, fruits and other registered crops

• Provides contact, stomach and systemic activity for better control of hidden or internal feeders

• Compatible with most standard knapsack and boom sprayers

• Fits well into integrated pest management programmes when used with monitoring and rotation

Mode of Action

Cartap hydrochloride acts on the nervous system of insects.

In simplified terms:

• When insects feed on treated plants or come into contact with the spray, cartap is absorbed into their bodies.

• It interferes with the normal transmission of nerve impulses at the synapse.

• The insect becomes weak, stops feeding, shows reduced movement and eventually dies.

Because it combines:

• Contact action – direct exposure through spray droplets or residues

• Stomach action – ingestion of treated plant tissue

• Systemic movement – uptake and translocation inside the plant

Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP is effective against pests that are difficult to reach with contact-only products, especially:

• Stem borers that live inside stems

• Leaf feeders that regularly consume new tissue

• Certain soil- or base-dwelling larvae when they feed on treated plants

Target Pests and Crops

The exact pest and crop list depends on local registration, but Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP is typically positioned for:

Rice (paddy and upland, where registered)

• Stem borers

• Leaf folders

• Other chewing and boring insects in leaf and stem tissue

Vegetables

• Leaf-feeding caterpillars

• Borers on specific crops such as brinjal, cabbage, okra and others where approved

• Certain sucking pests, depending on local label claims

Other crops (subject to registration)

• Tea

• Sugarcane

• Fruits or other field crops where cartap is registered for key pests

Because of its broad insect spectrum and systemic action, Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP can act as a core insecticide in many crop protection programmes, especially in rice-based systems with mixed cropping.

Application Guidelines

Always follow the local registered label for dose, spray volume, timing and safety requirements. The points below are general principles to help position the product.

• Cartap 50% SP is intended for spray application. The powder should be fully dissolved in clean water before or during tank filling, with good agitation.

• It is best applied when pests are at early larval stages or when monitoring indicates that treatment thresholds have been reached.

• Spraying should ensure uniform coverage of foliage, stems and other relevant plant parts, without excessive runoff.

• For rice, applications are usually timed around periods when stem borers or leaf feeders are active and young larvae are inside or near the plant tissue.

• For vegetables and other crops, follow local crop protection calendars and extension advice.

Because cartap is systemic, it can provide protection to new growth emerging soon after spraying, but this is not a substitute for good timing and monitoring.

To help manage resistance:

• Rotate Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP with insecticides from different mode-of-action groups, rather than relying on cartap alone for the whole season.

• Integrate non-chemical practices such as field sanitation, resistant varieties where available and good agronomic management.

Product Advantages

Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP offers clear benefits for both growers and distributors.

For growers

• High-concentration formulation: smaller product volume for the same area, easier logistics and storage on farm.

• Broad-spectrum control: one product can control several important pests across multiple crops, depending on label.

• Systemic and contact action: effective on hidden larvae and internal feeders as well as exposed insects.

• Flexible spray use: can be applied with standard farm sprayers and integrated into existing spray schedules.

For distributors and brand owners

• Universal spray concept: easy to promote as a multi-crop cartap insecticide for rice and vegetables.

• Efficient shipping and warehousing: fewer kilograms per hectare compared with low-content formulations.

• Strong value story: combines high concentration, multi-route action, and broad pest spectrum.

• Good candidate for private-label brands, with clear technical positioning and market demand.

Formulation and Quality Attributes

A high-quality SP formulation is critical for performance and customer satisfaction. Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP is formulated to provide:

• Fast dissolution in water when stirred or agitated, with minimal residue.

• Low dust when handled correctly, reducing operator exposure and product losses.

• Good storage stability, resisting caking or hardening under typical warehouse conditions.

• Compatibility with a wide range of water qualities (within reasonable limits), supporting consistent field performance.

Each production batch can be supported with:

• Active ingredient content verification

• Tests for solubility, dispersibility and pH

• Moisture and physical stability checks

• Standard documentation such as COA and MSDS

These formulation features help reduce field complaints and strengthen your brand’s reputation in the market.

Safety and Environmental Information

Cartap Hydrochloride 50% SP is a professional-use insecticide and must be used with appropriate safety measures.

Operator safety

• Wear protective clothing including long sleeves, long trousers, gloves, boots and eye protection while mixing and spraying.

• Avoid breathing spray mist and avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.

• Do not eat, drink or smoke when handling the product or spraying.

• After spraying, wash hands, face and exposed skin with soap and water, and wash work clothes before reuse.

• Pregnant women and breastfeeding women should not handle or apply the product.

Environmental care

• Avoid contamination of rivers, ponds, canals and other water bodies with spray mixture, rinsate or leftover solution.

• Follow local guidance regarding use near aquaculture, bee hives and beneficial insects.

• Do not reuse empty packaging; dispose of it according to local regulations, after triple-rinsing where required.

• Store the product in its original, sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from food, feed and out of reach of children and animals.

In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, seek medical assistance immediately and provide the product label. There is no specific antidote; treatment is supportive and based on symptoms.