Diafenthiuron 250g/L SC Insecticide

Parameters	Product Information
Product Name	Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC
Active Ingredient	Diafenthiuron
Concentration	250 g/L
Formulation	SC (Suspension Concentrate)
Product Category	Insecticide / Acaricide
IRAC Group	12A
Mode of Action	Inhibits mitochondrial ATP synthase
CAS Number	80060-09-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₃₂N₂OS
Molecular Weight	384.58 g/mol
Application Method	Confirm based on the specific product label
Recommended Crops	Candidate crops such as cotton, certain vegetables, and citrus; verify specific formulation registration
Target Pests	Confirm based on product registration and technical data
Application Rate	As specified on the approved label for the corresponding product
Packaging	To be confirmed based on actual available specifications
Shelf Life	As specified on the product label and in stability data
Technical Documents	To be confirmed based on the documentation actually provided

The chemical parameters correspond to the active ingredient Diafenthiuron itself and do not represent all quality indicators of the finished formulation. Active ingredient content, formulation type, quality standards, and packaging information should be consistent with the actual product label, TDS, and COA.

What Is Diafenthiuron? What Is Diafenthiuron

Diafenthiuron is an active ingredient used for agricultural pest management as an insecticide and acaricide; it belongs to the thiourea class of compounds (Thiourea Insecticide).

The technical application of this active ingredient is primarily related to the control of certain sucking pests and phytophagous mites. Its specific value depends on the susceptibility of the target pests, the product formulation, crop conditions, and the scope of use approved locally.

For buyers, the evaluation of Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC should not be limited to the active ingredient name alone; it should also include the following:

• Whether the product has specifications and quality documentation that meet the requirements of the target market.
• Whether there is supporting technical evidence for the target crops and pests.
• Whether the formulation is suitable for the intended sales channels and application scenarios.
• Whether the product’s registration, labeling, and import requirements comply with local regulations.

This information helps determine whether the product is suitable for inclusion in the local insecticide and acaricide product portfolio.

Mode of Action

Diafenthiuron belongs to IRAC Group 12A and is classified as a mitochondrial ATP synthase inhibitor.

Its biological activity is related to metabolites formed upon activation, and the mechanism of action involves the disruption of mitochondrial ATP synthesis. Since ATP is a critical component of cellular energy metabolism, this mechanism of action disrupts the normal physiological activities of susceptible pests.

IRAC Group 12A — Inhibitors of Mitochondrial ATP Synthase

The mode of action of diafenthiuron should be accurately described as related to the inhibition of mitochondrial ATP synthase, rather than as an inhibitor of mitochondrial Complex II electron transport.

This classification has practical significance for product technical specifications and resistance management. When comparing different insecticides, buyers should identify the mode of action of active ingredients based on the IRAC classification to avoid judging their value for resistance management solely by trade name or chemical structure.

Contact, Stomach, and Translaminar Activity

Publicly available technical literature typically describes diafenthiuron as having contact and stomach toxicity; some formulation data also mention translaminar activity.

Translaminar activity refers to the movement of the active ingredient within leaf tissue and is not equivalent to systemic movement. Therefore, one cannot claim—based solely on the general characteristics of Diafenthiuron—that the current 250 g/L SC formulation can be transported through the plant’s vascular system or guarantee efficacy against all pests on both sides of the leaf.

Specific modes of action should be confirmed based on the technical data for the formulation and relevant trial results.

Recommended Crops and Target Pests

Publicly available technical data on Diafenthiuron and the labels of some other formulations provide reference application guidelines for cotton, certain vegetables, citrus, and other crops.

The list below is intended to assist importers and distributors in evaluating potential markets; it is not a list of crops for which Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC is currently registered. Before officially launching or developing a marketing plan, it is still necessary to verify the registered label and applicable regions for this specific formulation.

Primary Crop Opportunities

Candidate Crops	Candidate Target Pests	Product Evaluation Directions
Cotton	Whiteflies, Aphids, Thrips, Jassids	Prioritize assessment of management needs for sucking pests
Brinjal / Eggplant	Whiteflies	Verify uses for whitefly control and product registration
Chili / Chilli	Mites	Evaluate management needs for phytophagous mites
Cabbage	Diamondback Moth	Verify target pests and registration basis for specific formulations
Okra	Whiteflies, Red Spider Mites, Jassids	Assess control strategies for whiteflies, red spider mites, and jassids
Tomato	Whiteflies, Red Spider Mites	Verify target pests and crop safety data
Watermelon	Whiteflies, Red Spider Mites	Evaluate management strategies for whiteflies and phytophagous mites
Citrus	Mites	Verify specific mite species and registered uses
Cardamom	Thrips, Capsule Borer	As a candidate for specific markets, local data must be verified

The crop-pest pairings in the table above are derived from technical data on the active ingredient and publicly available application information for other Diafenthiuron formulations; they should not be directly considered as approved uses for the current 250 g/L SC formulation.

Additional Crops for Market Evaluation

Soybean and Ornamentals may also serve as candidate crops for further evaluation; however, specific target pests, product efficacy data, crop safety, and local registration requirements must be confirmed.

At this stage, it is not recommended to directly list rice (Rice) and the brown planthopper (Brown Planthopper) as confirmed applications for this product. Unless reliable technical data for the corresponding formulation and applicable registration grounds can be obtained, they should not be included in the official scope of control.

How to Confirm Crop Suitability

When determining the product’s recommended crops, the following should be verified item by item:

• Crop Registration: Is the target crop included in the approved scope of use for the specific formulation?
• Target Pest: Does the label explicitly list the corresponding pest?
• Formulation Suitability: Does the current 250 g/L SC formulation have the corresponding basis for use?
• Crop Safety: Is there supporting data confirming the safe use of this product on the crop?
• Residue Requirements: Does the product meet the Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) and pre-harvest intervals required by the target market?

For pest management strategies for different crops, please refer to Crop Pest Management Solutions.

SC Formulation Characteristics of Suspension Concentrate Formulation

SC (Suspension Concentrate) is a suspension formulation. Its active ingredient is dispersed in the liquid phase as fine solid particles, rather than being completely dissolved as in a true solution.

For Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC, buyers should focus on reviewing the formulation’s physical stability, suspension properties, dispersion performance, and packaging suitability, rather than judging product quality solely based on the “SC” formulation name.

Key Formulation Quality Indicators

Quality Parameters	Key Procurement Audit Points
Active Ingredient Content	Does the active ingredient content comply with product standards?
Suspensibility	Does the suspensibility meet the corresponding quality requirements?
Wet Sieve Test	Does it comply with applicable formulation quality standards?
Persistent Foaming	Does the persistent foaming performance comply with product specifications?
Pourability	Pouring performance and residuals
Storage Stability	Is storage stability supported by relevant documentation?
Packaging Compatibility	Are the packaging materials compatible with the formulation?
Batch Consistency	Do different batches meet quality standards?

The above are procurement audit items and do not imply that the current product has completed or passed all tests. Specific indicators, testing methods, and acceptance limits shall be subject to the actual product technical specifications.

Formulation Performance

For SC formulations, dispersibility, suspension stability, redispersibility, and storage stability are all important dimensions for quality assessment.
However, claims regarding a product’s UV resistance, hydrolytic stability, stability at specific temperatures, or faster knockdown speed cannot be made based solely on the formulation type. Such claims must be supported by corresponding test results or field trial data.

When using the product, follow the preparation and application requirements specified on the label and in the technical documentation.

Application Guidelines

The application parameters for Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC depend on the target crop, pest, product registration, and specific application conditions.

Since the complete approved label for this specific formulation has not yet been verified, this page does not provide general application rates, nor does it convert application rates for other Diafenthiuron 50% WP or formulated products to the recommended rates for the current SC product.

Application Parameters to Confirm

Application Parameters	Confirmation Requirements
Target Crop	Refer to the approved label for the corresponding product
Target Pest	Refer to the registered target pests
Application Rate	Confirm based on the specific product label
Application Timing	Determine based on the approved label and actual pest occurrence
Spray Volume	Confirm based on the label and applicable application method
Application Interval	As specified on the approved label
Maximum Applications	Follow label instructions
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)	As specified on the locally approved label
Re-Entry Interval (REI)	Refer to the locally approved label

Practical Application Considerations

Before determining an application plan, verify the target crop, pest species, product registration status, and applicable label.

For market programs in different countries, application rates, application intervals, or pre-harvest intervals from other regions cannot be directly replicated. If local application guidelines need to be provided to importers, first verify the approved label and reliable technical data for the corresponding product.

Insecticide Resistance Management

Diafenthiuron belongs to IRAC Group 12A. When incorporating it into a pest management program, consider the susceptibility of the target pests, local resistance risks, and the modes of action of other effective insecticides.

Key Resistance Management Principles

• Avoid using products with the same mode of action as a long-term, sole pest management strategy.
• When rotating products, select those that are actually effective against the target pests and have appropriately different modes of action.
• Adjust management strategies based on local resistance monitoring results and applicable IRAC guidelines.
• Do not assume that two products have distinct resistance management mechanisms solely based on differences in trade names or formulation types.
• Do not respond to declining control efficacy by increasing the number of applications or using doses below the label rate.

The classification of Diafenthiuron’s mode of action helps buyers evaluate product portfolios, but IRAC Group 12A classification alone does not guarantee control of pests that have already developed resistance.

Integrating Diafenthiuron into IPM

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) should combine field monitoring, appropriate cultural practices, protection of natural enemies, and other applicable measures.

Whether a specific product is suitable for use in conjunction with biological control measures should be evaluated based on the target pest, application conditions, and impact on beneficial organisms; it cannot be generally claimed that its impact on all natural enemies and beneficial insects is minimal.

Safety and Regulatory Considerations

The safe management of Diafenthiuron products should be based on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the specific formulation, the approved label, and applicable regulations.

Safe Handling

Purchasers and users should pay particular attention to:

• The product’s hazard classification and labeling requirements.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required for storage, transport, and handling.
• Emergency response requirements for spills, accidental exposure, and other contingencies.
• Risk warnings regarding aquatic organisms and the aquatic environment.
• Requirements for the compliant disposal of packaging, waste, and residual pesticide solutions.

Prevent the product or washwater from entering rivers, ponds, drainage ditches, and other water bodies. Specific protective measures, buffer zone requirements, and environmental restrictions should be implemented in accordance with the actual product label and local regulations.

Regulatory and Market Access

Pesticide importers and registrants should verify:

• Whether the target country permits the relevant active ingredients and specific formulations to enter the market.
• Whether the product currently has an applicable registration or legal basis for sale.
• Whether the product label covers the crops and target pests for which the product is intended to be used.
• Whether the product complies with local maximum residue limits (MRLs) and other regulatory requirements.
• Whether technical documentation and import materials meet the requirements of local regulatory authorities.

The general application directions for an active ingredient alone cannot be used to conclude that the product has been registered in a particular country or is approved for use on all recommended crops.

Quality Control and Technical Documentation

For Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC, the purchaser should focus on verifying the product identity, active ingredient content, formulation quality, and batch traceability information.

Quality Verification Checklist

Audit Items	Items to Be Verified
Product Identity	Product Name, Active Ingredient, Content, and Formulation
Active Ingredient Content	Nominal content and batch test results
Formulation Quality	Quality specifications for the corresponding SC formulation
Storage Stability	Stability data consistent with the actual product
Packaging Integrity	Packaging integrity and suitability of materials
Batch Traceability	Batch numbers and related production records
Quality Standard	Technical specifications of the actual product supplied

These items are used for procurement audits and do not imply that the product has been completed or has passed all relevant tests.

COA, SDS, and TDS

Depending on the procurement requirements and target market, the following documents may be requested:

• COA (Certificate of Analysis): Test results for the corresponding batch.
• SDS (Safety Data Sheet): Information on product safety, operational precautions, storage, and emergency response.
• TDS (Technical Data Sheet): Product technical parameters and relevant quality specifications.
• Other technical or registration documents: To be confirmed based on target market requirements and actual availability.

All documents must be consistent with the actual product’s concentration, formulation, and quality standards. General technical documents cannot substitute for local product registration, nor can they serve as proof that the product has obtained approval for use on specific crops.

B2B Supply and Procurement Cooperation

POMAIS offers professional product supply partnerships to pesticide importers, distributors, brand owners, and registration companies.

For Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC, it is recommended to clarify the target market and product requirements before requesting a quote to confirm the actual available specifications, technical data, and order terms.

Procurement Projects	Items to Confirm
Required Product	Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC
Destination Country	Target Import Country
Target Crops and Pests	Target crops and pests
Registration Status	Registered, pending registration, or under evaluation
Packaging Requirements	To be confirmed based on actual available specifications
Technical Documents	Required documents: COA, SDS, TDS, etc.
Expected Purchase Volume	Estimated Purchase Quantity
Lead Time	To be confirmed based on product, packaging, and order terms
Trade Terms	To be confirmed based on the actual order and destination

If multilingual labels, packaging adjustments, or coordination of registration documentation are required, specific requirements must be clearly stated prior to placing an order, and the actual scope of feasibility must be confirmed. Such support does not substitute for product registration and does not constitute proof of approval for use on specific crops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC?

This is an insecticide and acaricide in suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 250 g/L of Diafenthiuron. Its actual uses should be confirmed based on the specific product’s technical data and the approved label for the target market.

What Is the IRAC Group of Diafenthiuron?

Diafenthiuron belongs to IRAC Group 12A, the category of mitochondrial ATP synthase inhibitors. Its mode of action should not be misclassified as a Complex II electron transport chain inhibitor.

Which Crops Can Be Considered for Diafenthiuron?

Based on technical data related to the active ingredient and publicly available application guidelines for other formulations, priority should be given to evaluating crops such as cotton, eggplant, chili peppers, cabbage, okra, tomatoes, watermelon, and citrus. Soybeans and ornamental plants may also be considered as candidates for further evaluation.

The above recommendations for candidate crops are based on the active ingredient and do not constitute the currently confirmed registration list for the 250 g/L SC formulation. Specific uses should be determined by the approved label for this formulation.

Which Pests Should Be Evaluated?

Candidate pests for priority evaluation include whiteflies, aphids, thrips, jassids, and phytophagous mites. For other pests, the technical data and registered uses of the specific formulation should be verified on a case-by-case basis.

Is Diafenthiuron a Systemic Insecticide?

The current formulation should not be described as having systemic movement based solely on the general characteristics of the active ingredient. “Translaminar activity” and “systemic movement,” as mentioned in publicly available information, are not the same concepts. Specific modes of action should be determined based on the actual product data.

What Is the Recommended Application Rate?

This page does not provide universal dosage rates across crops. Actual application rates, application timing, application intervals, PHI, and REI should be determined according to the approved label of the corresponding product.

Can Diafenthiuron Be Mixed with Other Pesticides?

Before mixing, verify the labels of both products, their physical compatibility, crop safety, and relevant usage restrictions. Do not assume that all mixing combinations are safe or effective simply because the active ingredients are different.

What Technical Documents Can Buyers Request?

Buyers may request a Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), and other necessary documents based on project requirements. Specific documentation must align with the actual product being supplied and the requirements of the target market.

How Can Importers Request a Quotation?

Importers, distributors, brand owners, and registration companies may provide the target country, required product specifications, target crops and pests, registration status, estimated purchase volume, and document requirements to confirm actual supply terms.

Request Product Specifications and Quotation – Inquiries and Procurement Consultations

POMAIS offers professional product supply partnerships to pesticide importers, distributors, brand owners, and registration companies.
If you are evaluating Diafenthiuron 250 g/L SC, please provide the following information:

• Destination Country: Target import country.
• Required Product: Required concentration and formulation.
• Target Crops and Pests: Crops and target pests for which the product is intended.
• Registration Status: Current registration status or plans.
• Packaging Requirements: Packaging and labeling requirements.
• Expected Purchase Volume: Estimated purchase volume.
• Technical Documents: Required COA, SDS, TDS, and other documentation.
• Delivery Requirements: Expected procurement and delivery arrangements.

We will further confirm the procurement cooperation plan based on actual product specifications, available documentation, supply conditions, and target market regulations.

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