Lambda-Cyhalothrin – Broad-Spectrum Contact and Stomach Insecticide
📦 Product Description:
Lambda-Cyhalothrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that provides fast knockdown and long residual control against a wide range of chewing and sucking insect pests. It acts by contact and ingestion, disrupting the insect’s nervous system and leading to paralysis and death.
Widely used on vegetables, cotton, cereals, pulses, fruits, and ornamentals, Lambda-Cyhalothrin is ideal for protecting crops during critical growth stages and works well in IPM programs when used judiciously.
🧪 Common Formulations:
Lambda-Cyhalothrin 2.5% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC
Lambda-Cyhalothrin 4.9% CS (Capsule Suspension – controlled release)
Lambda-Cyhalothrin + Thiamethoxam (mixture products)
✅ Key Benefits:
Broad-spectrum insect control
Fast knockdown with long residual activity
Works at low dose rates
Compatible with other insecticides and fungicides
Stable in field conditions and rainfast in 2–4 hours
⚠️ Safety & Handling:
WHO Class: II (moderately hazardous)
Use gloves, mask, and protective clothing
Avoid spraying during strong sun or wind
Keep away from water bodies and pollinators during application
Do not re-enter treated fields before 24 hours unless wearing PPE

















