Ortain - Acephate 75% SP - Coromandel
Coromandel
Ortain - Acephate 75% SP - Coromandel
Product details
Ortain Insecticide by Coromandel
Acephate 75% SP for the specified pests of cotton, rice and safflower. Match the pest as well as the crop: cotton jassids and bollworms have different quantities.
Crop fit: Cotton, rice and safflower, with separate pest-specific quantities.
Product type: A soluble-powder insecticide with systemic, contact and egg-stage activity.
Before use: Check the exact label and local restrictions, especially in Kerala.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
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🌿Cotton pest uses: Lists jassids and bollworms separately.
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🌾Rice pest coverage: Lists yellow stem borer, leaf folder, plant hoppers and green leaf hopper.
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🌻Safflower use: Listed for aphids in safflower.
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↗️Systemic action: The manufacturer describes activity within the plant as well as through contact.
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🔬Identified chemistry: IRAC Group 1B identifies acephate for resistance planning.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer |
Coromandel International Limited |
| Technical Name |
Acephate 75% SP |
| IRAC MoA Code |
1B: acetylcholinesterase inhibitors |
| Chemical Group |
Organophosphate |
| Formulation |
SP: water-soluble powder |
| Toxicity Label |
Follow the warning panel and protective-equipment instructions on the supplied pack. |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Ortain affects insect nerve signalling. Acephate blocks an enzyme needed to end normal nerve signals.
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Pest exposure: The manufacturer describes systemic, contact and egg-stage activity.
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Nerve signals are disrupted: Acephate inhibits acetylcholinesterase, affecting normal nerve function.
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Susceptible pests are controlled: Use only the listed crop–pest directions, without assuming a fixed knockdown time or residual duration.
Do not assume that switching to another acephate brand changes the resistance group. Use suitable rotations and other pest-management measures.
Target Crops & Pests
Coromandel lists these crop–pest combinations for Ortain. Each intended use must also be covered by the supplied label.
| Crop |
Target Pest(s) |
|---|---|
| Cotton |
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| Rice |
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| Safflower |
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Keep the two cotton target rates separate. Rice guidance does not cover every insect found in paddy.
Dosage & Application Guide
Numerical application programmes are withheld because separate formulation references and manufacturer product quantities do not establish complete current Ortain directions with matching method, treatment conditions, carrier and harvest requirements. Confirm these together on the exact supplied label before treatment.
Keep the crop-and-target programmes distinct: cotton jassids; cotton bollworms; safflower aphids; and rice yellow stem borer, leaf folder, plant hoppers and green leaf hopper. Do not transfer quantities, carrier requirements or harvest intervals between them.
The manufacturer booklet limits the authority of its recommendations and is not the supplied current label. Do not combine its product quantities with water or waiting periods from generic formulation references, or mix differently rounded references. The current pack must determine the complete programme; an unknown harvest interval does not permit immediate harvest.
No derived per-litre or tank dose is supplied. Confirm application method, crop-stage timing, equipment, repeat interval, maximum treatments, re-entry and harvest requirements on the current label.
How to Apply: Best Practices
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Identify the crop and pest: Choose the matching cotton, rice or safflower directions; cotton jassids and bollworms are not the same rate.
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Follow the complete pack directions: Check application method, mixing, coverage and crop-stage requirements before preparing the product.
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Check mixtures: Avoid highly acidic or alkaline mixtures. Do not assume universal compatibility with other sprays.
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Check restrictions and records: Confirm local permissions, including Kerala restrictions on acephate. Record treatment details and follow harvest and re-entry precautions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ortain contain?
Acephate 75% SP, a water-soluble-powder insecticide.
Which crops are listed for Ortain?
Cotton for jassids and bollworms; rice for yellow stem borer, leaf folder, plant hoppers and green leaf hopper; and safflower for aphids.
Can I use one cotton rate for every pest?
No. The manufacturer lists a lower quantity for jassids than for bollworms. Follow the exact pest-specific pack directions.
Is it the same product as Ortain Super?
No. Ortain is acephate 75% SP. Ortain Super is a different combination formulation, so do not interchange labels or quantities.
Are there local restrictions to check?
Yes. Acephate appears in Kerala’s restricted-insecticide list. Check current local conditions and permissions before buying or using it; do not assume nationwide unrestricted use.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it, read the supplied label and leaflet. Use only for the stated crop, target, dose, application conditions, waiting periods and precautions. Check current local restrictions and any buyer requirements for harvested produce. Acephate is listed among restricted insecticides in Kerala; confirm current local conditions and permissions before purchase or use.
Wear the protective clothing and equipment specified on the pack. Avoid breathing dust or spray and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling; wash after work.
Keep the product in its original closed container, away from children, animals, food and feed. Prevent spray, spills and washings from contaminating water bodies. Do not reuse empty containers. If exposure or illness occurs, seek medical help and show the label.