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🧾 Definition / Product Overview

BASF Kotetsu® 10SC is a broad-spectrum insecticide formulated as a Suspension Concentrate (SC).

• Active ingredient: Chlorfenapyr 10% w/w

• Chemical group: Arylpyrole

• Mode of action: Dual — acts by contact and stomach ingestion.

• It also has translaminar activity, meaning the insecticide can penetrate leaf tissues and control insects on both upper and lower surfaces of the leaves.

• Has a strong anti-feeding effect — insects stop feeding within 3–4 hours after exposure, reducing crop damage quickly.

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🌾 Uses / Target Pests

Kotetsu 10SC is used to control a wide range of insect pests on vegetables, fruit trees, and other crops.
Common target pests include:

• Leaf caterpillars (e.g., Plutella xylostella / Diamondback moth)

• Spider mites (Tetranychus spp.)

• Thrips (Thrips spp.)

• Fruit borers

• Psyllids and aphids

It is widely used for crops like:

• Cabbage

• Chili

• Tomato

• Long bean

• Eggplant

• Other fruit and vegetable crops

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⚙️ Application Method

Step	Description
Mixing	Fill half the spray tank with clean water. Add the required amount of Kotetsu 10SC, stir, then top up with the remaining water and mix thoroughly.
Dosage	Common rate: 5 ml per 10 L of water (≈ 500 ml per hectare) depending on crop and pest severity.
Spraying	Spray evenly to cover both upper and underside of leaves. Repeat every 7–10 days if pest pressure persists.
Frequency	Maximum 2 applications per growing season. Alternate with insecticides from different action groups to prevent resistance.
Pre-harvest Interval (PHI)	Typically 14 days before harvest (varies by crop).
Re-entry Interval (REI)	Avoid entering treated areas for at least 24 hours after spraying.

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Classified as moderately toxic by ingestion or inhalation.

• May cause nervous system effects with prolonged exposure.

• Highly toxic to aquatic organisms — avoid contamination of waterways.

• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, long sleeves, and boots during mixing and spraying.

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

• Dispose of leftover spray and containers properly — do not pour into drains or rivers.

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✅ Summary

Feature	Description
Product Name	BASF Kotetsu® 10SC Insecticide
Active Ingredient	Chlorfenapyr 10% w/w
Formulation Type	Suspension Concentrate (SC)
Mode of Action	Contact & Stomach poison, Translaminar effect
Function	Kills chewing and sucking insect pests
Key Benefits	Fast anti-feeding action, effective on resistant pests, broad-spectrum control
Main Use	Protection of vegetables and fruit crops from caterpillars, mites, and other insects