Synergistic Dual Chemistry and Modes of Action
Profex Super unites two complementary chemical classes: Profenofos belongs to the organophosphate group (IRAC Group 1B - Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors), which blocks the breakdown of acetylcholine in nerve synapses, causing continuous nervous excitation.
Cypermethrin belongs to the synthetic pyrethroid class (IRAC Group 3A - Sodium channel modulators), which delays the closing of sodium channels in nerve membranes, delivering immediate knockdown. Together, they produce synergistic toxicity that overcomes pest strains resistant to single active chemistries.
- Dual-Action Chemistry: Combines neurological AChE inhibition with sodium channel axonal disruption.
- Strong Ovicidal Action: Destroys insect egg clutches on leaf surfaces, preventing larval emergence.
- Translaminar Penetration: Moves rapidly into leaf tissues to kill pests feeding on lower leaf surfaces.
Target Pests and Labeled Crops
Profex Super is officially registered under CIBRC standards for controlling chewing and sucking insect complexes in cotton, pulses, and vegetables. In cotton, it manages the entire bollworm complex: American bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), spotted bollworm, and pink bollworm.
It also controls sucking pests such as aphids, jassids, and thrips, while in vegetable crops, it suppresses fruit and shoot borers (Leucinodes orbonalis) and diamondback moths.
- Cotton Bollworm Complex: Simultaneous knockdown of American, spotted, and pink bollworms.
- Paddy & Pulse Defense: Controls leaf folders and pod borers during vegetative and flowering phases.
- Sucking Pest Suppression: Reduces nymphal populations of aphids, jassids, and whiteflies.
Application Guidelines and Resistance Stewardship
Apply Profex Super at early egg hatch or during early larval instars before caterpillars bore deep into cotton bolls or vegetable fruits. Use calibrated knapsack or motorized sprayers with hollow cone nozzles to achieve thorough foliar coverage.
To delay resistance development, rotate Profex Super applications with insecticides featuring non-cross-resistant modes of action (such as diamides, spinosyns, or pyridinecarboxamides).
- Optimal Timing: Spray when pest eggs or first-instar larvae appear on foliage.
- Canopy Wetting: Ensure high spray volume to coat both upper and lower leaf surfaces.
- Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI): Observe statutory harvest waiting intervals indicated on the registered product packaging.
Official source
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Common questions
What is the technical composition of Profex Super?
Profex Super contains Profenofos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate), manufactured by Rallis India.
Does Profex Super possess ovicidal action against pest eggs?
Yes, Profenofos possesses strong ovicidal properties that kill insect egg clutches on contact, preventing larval emergence.
Which major pests does Profex Super control in cotton?
It controls the entire bollworm complex (American, spotted, pink bollworms) alongside sucking pests like aphids, jassids, and thrips.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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