Technical specifications and chemistry
Formulated as a suspension concentrate (SC), Premise integrates seamlessly with water to form a stable emulsion.
- Active Molecule: Imidacloprid 30.5% SC (systemic neonicotinoid).
- Action: Non-repellent soil termiticide with lethal transfer action across social termite colonies.
- Odorless and low-volatility formulation suitable for residential, warehouse, and agricultural perimeter treatments.
- Strong soil-binding capacity ensures resistance against downward percolation and environmental leaching.
Standard application dosage and dilution
Farmers and pest management operators must strictly follow CIBRC label-approved dilution guidelines.
- Recommended Dilution: Mix 10.5 ml of Premise 30.5% SC per 5 liters of clean water to prepare a 0.075% active ingredient emulsion.
- Pre-Construction Application: Treat trench bottoms, plinth masonry, and sub-slab gravel at label-specified volume per square meter.
- Post-Construction Trenching: Dig a 30 cm deep trench along exterior foundations and apply emulsion to create a seamless vertical barrier.
- Internal Drilling: Drill holes at 30 cm intervals along internal partition walls to inject emulsion beneath floor tiles.
Safety, handling, and environmental precautions
Safe handling prevents environmental contamination and protects operator health.
- Wear impermeable rubber gloves, safety goggles, protective coveralls, and a vapor mask while preparing spray mixtures.
- Do not apply within 5 meters of open water bodies, irrigation canals, or household potable water wells.
- Keep treated areas undisturbed until the soil emulsion is fully absorbed and dried.
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Common questions
What is the standard mixing ratio for Premise termiticide?
The standard label recommendation is 10.5 ml of Premise 30.5% SC per 5 liters of clean water.
Is Premise termiticide repellent to termites?
No, it is completely non-repellent; termites cannot detect it, which allows them to tunnel into treated zones and carry the chemical back to the queen and nest.
How long does an Imidacloprid soil barrier remain active?
When applied correctly at label volume, Imidacloprid binds tightly with soil particles, providing long-term barrier protection against subterranean termites.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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