HPM X-PERT – Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Insecticide

Name: HPM X-PERT Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG Insecticide
Brand: HPM Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd.
Rating: 4.6 (30 reviews)

HPM X-PERT is a modern, broad-spectrum insecticide with Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG. It delivers rapid knockdown and long-lasting protection against key lepidopteran and sucking pests in vegetables, fruits, plantation and field crops—ideal for both gardening and agriculture.

Product Snapshot

Active Ingredient	Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG (Water-Soluble Granules)
Action	Translaminar; primarily stomach poison with contact effect
Placement	Foliar spray
Spectrum	Bollworms, fruit/shoot borers, DBM, pod borers, thrips, tea looper, mites*

Key Features & Benefits

Targeted pest control: Highly active on harmful caterpillars & select sucking pests; soft on many beneficials.
Fast knockdown: Quick feeding-cessation; larvae are paralyzed and die soon after exposure.
Deep reach: Translaminar movement protects the underside of leaves and new growth.
Crop quality: Minimizes feeding damage → cleaner fruits/pods and better marketable yield.
Easy to use: SG granules disperse quickly; consistent spray quality.

Mode of Action (MoA)

Emamectin activates insect chloride channels (GABA/glutamate-gated) causing uncontrolled ion flow, leading to paralysis and death. Strong stomach action plus contact; translaminar movement shields hidden larvae.

Recommended Crops & Target Pests

Suitable for Cotton, Okra, Brinjal, Chilli, Cabbage, Red gram (Pigeon pea), Grapes, Tea and more.

Controls Bollworms, Fruit/ Shoot borer, Diamondback moth (DBM), Pod borer, Thrips, Tea looper and related pests.

Standard Dose

Per acre (general): 80 g in sufficient water (as provided)

Crop-Wise Dosage Guide

Crop	Common Pest	Dosage (g/acre)
Cotton	Pink/ American Bollworm	76 – 88
Okra	Shoot & Fruit Borer	54 – 68
Chilli	Fruit Borer, Thrips & Mites*	80
Brinjal	Shoot & Fruit Borer	80
Cabbage	Diamondback Moth (DBM)	60 – 80
Red Gram	Pod Borer	88
Grapes	Thrips	88
Tea	Tea Looper	80

*Note: Emamectin’s primary strength is caterpillars; activity on mites/ thrips varies by label & local advisory.

How to Use (Best Practices)

Spray at early larval stage or first sign of infestation; ensure thorough coverage on both leaf surfaces.
Use clean water; maintain agitation; avoid spraying during peak heat/strong winds.
Follow recommended spray intervals per local guidance; rotate MoA for resistance management.

Disclaimer

Information above is for guidance. Always follow the official label/leaflet and local recommendations for exact dose, timing, spray volume, PHI/REI and tank-mixing.