Verdex 18EC 5L Insecticide (Miticide) Abamectin
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Active Ingredient:
18g/litre Abamectin in the form of an emulsifiable concentrate.
What This Product Is:
- Verdex® 18EC is a Miticide/Insecticide used in horticulture.
- Active ingredient: Abamectin (18 g/L).
- It targets Mites and some Insect Pests by affecting their nervous system (they stop feeding and die).
What It’s Used on:
Approved Crops include:
- Avocados.
- Tomatoes (especially greenhouse).
- Strawberries.
- Kiwifruit.
- Ornamentals.
- Potatoes (for Psyllid control).
Key Safety Warnings: (IMPORTANT).
From the label:
- Toxic Pesticide (Class 6.1).
- Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid Contact With:
- Skin.
- Eyes.
- Spray mist (inhalation).
- Do NOT contaminate waterways.
- Do NOT use on animals.
- In emergencies: call 111 or poison hotline (listed on label).
How It Works:
- Absorbed into plant leaves (not fully systemic).
- Mites ingest it while feeding.
- Works over about 7 days for full control.
- Residual activity lasts several weeks inside leaves.
Use Restrictions & Cautions:
Don’t Spray:
- In very hot conditions.
- When drying is slow.
- Avoid mixing with multiple chemicals (can damage crops).
- Some plants are sensitive (e.g. certain Ornamentals, Apples, Pears).
Withholding Periods: (Before Harvest).
Typical Examples:
- Tomatoes & Strawberries: 3 days.
- Apples/Pears & Avocados: 14 days.
- Potatoes: 14 days.
Environmental & Handling:
- Toxic to aquatic life → avoid runoff.
- Spills must be contained with absorbent material and disposed of properly.
- Classified as a dangerous good for transport (UN 2902).
Bottom Line:
This is a professional-grade Agricultural Pesticide designed for controlling Mites and certain Pests on Crops. It’s effective but Hazardous, so it must be used carefully, following label instructions exactly and with proper protective gear.
Caution:
Must be used strictly according to label directions.
Available in 1L, 5L.
Verdex Technical Guide
PLEASE NOTE: As this is a Class 6.1 please provide a non-rural address or your nearest Toll Freight Depot for delivery. We cannot deliver this product to a rural address, we also cannot deliver this product to any PO Box or Private Bag. Thankyou for your understanding. Please contact us if you have any questions.









