MALATHION Insecticide 57 EC
MALATHION 57 EC is a malathion-based organophosphate insecticide formulated as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC). Philippine agricultural pesticide references identify Malathion 57 EC products as containing 570 g/L malathion. It is a non-systemic insecticide used against a range of insect pests, with registered uses varying by product and crop.
Product Details
- Product Name: MALATHION Insecticide 57 EC
- Product Type: Insecticide
- Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
- Active Ingredient: Malathion
- Concentration: 57%
- Approximate Active Ingredient: 570 g/L
- Insecticide Group: Organophosphate
- IRAC Mode of Action: Group 1B
- Action: Primarily contact and stomach action; non-systemic
- Registered Crops: Varies according to the specific registered product label
Product Benefits
- Helps control a broad range of susceptible insect pests.
- Provides contact and stomach insecticidal activity.
- Suitable for incorporation into an appropriate crop pest-management program.
- EC formulation allows dilution with water according to label directions.
- Can provide control of pests such as aphids, hoppers, borers, worms, beetles, scale insects, and mites where specifically registered.
How MALATHION Works
MALATHION contains malathion, an organophosphate insecticide classified under IRAC Group 1B. It works primarily by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase (AChE), an enzyme involved in normal nerve-signal transmission in insects. Disruption of this process causes abnormal nerve activity, leading to paralysis and death of susceptible pests.
Because malathion is non-systemic, its effectiveness depends substantially on adequate contact and spray coverage of the target pest.
Target Pests
Depending on the crop and registered product, MALATHION 57 EC may be used against susceptible pests including:
- Aphids
- Leafhoppers
- Armyworms
- Caseworms
- Borers
- Bugs
- Mealybugs
- Scale insects
- Worms
- Beetles
- Mites
For rice in the Philippines, registered Malathion 57 EC products are listed for armyworms, caseworms, leafhoppers, and bugs.
The exact crop, pest species, application rate, and pre-harvest interval should always be taken from the current registered label of the specific Malathion 57 EC product.
Recommended Use
Use MALATHION 57 EC only according to the approved product label.
For effective pest management:
- Identify the target pest before spraying.
- Apply at the recommended crop and pest stage.
- Use the prescribed dilution and spray volume.
- Ensure adequate spray coverage.
- Follow the specified pre-harvest interval.
- Avoid unnecessary repeated applications.
- Rotate insecticide modes of action where appropriate to help manage resistance.
- Do not use the product on crops or pests that are not included on the registered label.
Safety Precautions
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Wear appropriate PPE during mixing and application.
- Avoid skin and eye contact.
- Avoid breathing spray mist.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling the product.
- Avoid contamination of food, feed, waterways, and aquatic environments.
- Prevent spray drift onto non-target crops and areas.
- Store securely in the original container.
- Dispose of empty containers according to applicable pesticide regulations.
- Read and follow the product label before use.
