Occasion Star 200SC is a broad-spectrum insecticide combining Emamectin benzoate and Indoxacarb for superior control of chewing insect pests in vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. It delivers powerful contact and stomach action, ensuring rapid pest knockdown and long-lasting residual protection.
Designed for Kenyan farmers targeting caterpillars, fall armyworm, diamondback moth, bollworms, leaf miners, thrips, and spider mites, Occasion Star 200SC provides excellent crop safety, short pre-harvest intervals, and low residue levels, making it ideal for both local and export-oriented production systems.
About Occasion Star 200SC
- Active Ingredients:
- Emamectin benzoate 40 g/L
- Indoxacarb 160 g/L
- Formulation Type: Suspension Concentrate (SC) – Uniform mixing and coverage
- Product Type: Broad-spectrum insecticide
- Target Pests: Caterpillars, fall armyworm, bollworms, diamondback moth, cabbage looper, false codling moth, bean pod borer, leaf miners, thrips, spider mites, Tuta absoluta
- Target Crops: Vegetables, maize, sweetcorn, ornamentals, chives, broccoli, watermelon, chilli peppers
- WHO Class: Class III – Slightly hazardous (Blue color band)
- Re-Entry Interval (REI): 12 hours
EU MRLs & PHIsÂ
- Tomatoes: Indoxacarb 0.5 mg/kg | Emamectin benzoate 0.02 mg/kg | PHI 3 days
- Peppers: Indoxacarb 0.3 mg/kg | Emamectin benzoate 0.02 mg/kg | PHI 3 days
- Watermelon: Indoxacarb 0.5 mg/kg | Emamectin benzoate 0.01 mg/kg | PHI 3 days
- Chives: Indoxacarb 2.0 mg/kg | Emamectin benzoate 1.0 mg/kg | PHI 3 days
- Maize: PHI 14 days
- Vegetables (general): PHI 3 days
Why Choose Occasion Star 200SC
- Dual active ingredients for resistance management
- Enhanced contact and stomach toxicity
- Fast knockdown with long residual control
- Anti-rain wash-off and even plant distribution
- Short PHIs suitable for export markets
- Low dosage rate for cost-effective pest control
- High applicator safety due to low toxicity profile
Occasion Star 200SC Application Rates
| Crop Group | Target Pests | Rate | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetables, ornamentals | Caterpillars, thrips, spider mites, leaf miners | 2.5–3 ml per 20 L water | Apply at first signs of infestation |
| Maize, sweetcorn | Fall armyworm | 100–125 ml/Ha in 1000 L water | Spray before 3rd instar larvae |
| Broccoli | Thrips, diamondback moth | 2.5–3 ml per 20 L water | Ensure full leaf coverage |
| Tomatoes, watermelon, chilli peppers | False codling moth, thrips | 2.5–3 ml per 20 L water | Export-compliant PHI |
| Chives | Thrips | 2.5–3 ml per 20 L water | Regular scouting recommended |
Application Tips:
- Apply at first signs of infestation or egg hatch peak period
- Spray before larvae reach 3rd instar stage
- Maximum 2 applications per season at 10-day intervals
- Compatible with most pesticides and foliar fertilizers
- Conduct a compatibility test before tank mixing












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