Mitekill - Propargite 57% EC - HPM
Mitekill - Propargite 57% EC - HPM
Mitekill Acaricide by HPM
A propargite acaricide for the crop-specific mites listed below. Keep its per-tree apple programme separate from crop-area directions.
Composition: Propargite 57% EC.
Target fit: Named mite species in four crops.
Application basis: Apple is per tree; other crop doses need current pack confirmation.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- 🎯Mite-specific selection: Choose treatment after identifying the crop and mite.
- 🍃Contact activity: Correct coverage of the target area matters.
- 🌳Per-tree clarity: Apple quantity and water are kept on a tree basis.
- 🔬Distinct action group: IRAC Group 12C acts on mite energy processes.
- 📋Harvest planning: Separate waiting periods are provided for each named crop.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | HPM Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. |
| Technical Name | propargite 57% EC |
| Product Type | Acaricide |
| Formulation | Emulsifiable concentrate (EC) |
| Activity | Non-systemic contact activity against susceptible mites |
| Mode-of-action Group | IRAC Group 12C; mitochondrial ATP synthase inhibitor |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Propargite is a Group 12C mitochondrial ATP synthase inhibitor. It interferes with energy production in susceptible mites and is not described here as systemic.
- Contact exposure: Mites must encounter the correctly applied treatment.
- Energy processes are affected: Propargite acts on mitochondrial ATP synthase.
- Targeted mite control: Correct species identification, crop timing and label-directed coverage are essential.
Use as part of an appropriate crop-management programme. A mode-of-action group does not imply that repeated use cannot select resistance.
Target Crops & Pests
The following crop and target pairings are listed by HPM. They are kept separate so a use on one crop is not transferred to another.
| Crop | Target Pest(s) |
|---|---|
| Tea |
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| Apple |
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| Chilli |
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| Brinjal |
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Confirm that the current pack supplied to you includes the intended crop and use. No additional crop or target is implied.
Dosage & Application Guide
HPM’s references are shown below. Confirm the current crop-specific product dose, water basis and waiting period before application.
Crop-specific product, water and harvest guidance
| Crop / target | Product quantity | Water quantity | PHI / waiting period | Method / notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea | Confirm dose* | 160 L* | 7 days | See note* |
| Apple | 5–10 ml/tree | 10 L/tree | 9 days | Per tree* |
| Chilli | Confirm dose* | 200–250 L* | 7 days | See note* |
| Brinjal | Confirm dose* | 160 L* | 6 days | See note* |
Tea, chilli and brinjal product units are unclear in the public directions, so their doses require pack confirmation. The water entries for those crops are in litres without an explicit area basis.
* Apple is explicitly 5–10 ml product and 10 L water per tree. Do not convert this to an acre or tank programme without the label’s instructions. Missing dose information does not permit guessing. Tea, chilli and brinjal require crop-specific, label-directed application after their unclear product-dose units are resolved. The apple entry is a per-tree programme, not an acre dose.
Repeat intervals, maximum applications, rainfast time, mixtures and re-entry periods are not established here. Follow the supplied label rather than borrowing another brand’s programme.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Identify the mite: Match the crop and species to the supplied label; do not treat all mite problems as identical.
- Check the quantity basis: For apple, follow the per-tree programme. For other crops, verify product units and water area basis before mixing.
- Follow coverage directions: Use the label’s equipment and canopy-coverage instructions for a contact acaricide.
- Observe harvest and safety limits: Follow the current crop waiting period, protective equipment and re-entry instructions, and prevent drift and water contamination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the active ingredient?Propargite 57% EC, an acaricide for susceptible mites.
Is it systemic?HPM describes non-systemic contact action. Do not assume movement throughout the plant.
Can I use the apple dose per acre?No. The published apple dose is per tree and uses a per-tree water quantity.
Are the waiting periods the same for all crops?No. HPM lists tea 7 days, apple 9 days, chilli 7 days and brinjal 6 days. Confirm the supplied label.
Can I use another Mitekill product’s directions?No. Match HPM, propargite 57% EC and the Indian supplied label; unrelated products may share the name.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it, read the supplied label and leaflet. Match the crop, target, product dose, method, water volume and waiting period. The current pack directions and local restrictions take priority over this product overview.
Wear the protective equipment required on the label. Avoid skin and eye contact, breathing spray or dust, and contamination of food or feed. Keep children, other people and animals away during treatment and for the label’s re-entry period.
Keep the product in its original closed container away from food, feed, children and animals. Prevent spray drift, spills and washings from reaching water. Never reuse empty pesticide containers; follow the label and local disposal rules. Seek medical help promptly after exposure and show the label.