RATNA-HEXY
Hexythiazox 5.45% EC
RATNA-HEXY (Hexythiazox 5.45% EC) is a specialised acaricide from Ratnakar India Ltd, Ahmedabad — India's trusted agrochemical manufacturer, supplier, and exporter — providing excellent ovicidal, larvicidal, and nymphicidal control of mites on apple, brinjal, chilli, tea, grapes, okra, and rose. Hexythiazox specifically targets immature mite stages, disrupting development and providing long-lasting population suppression. Its selective action against juvenile mite stages preserves adult predatory mites, supporting biological control compatibility. Manufactured and exported by Ratnakar India from Gujarat, RATNA-HEXY is a precision acaricide trusted by horticulturists for mite management on high-value crops and ornamentals.
| Mode of Action | Ovicidal, larvicidal and nymphicidal |
|---|---|
| Major Crops | pple, Brinjal, Chilli, Tea, Grapes, Okra, Rose |
| Target Pests | Mites |
| Packing | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 ltr. |
FAQ for RATNA-HEXY
What mite stages does RATNA-HEXY target?
RATNA-HEXY is ovicidal (kills eggs), larvicidal (kills larvae), and nymphicidal (kills nymphs) — targeting all immature mite stages for long-lasting, sustained population control and suppression.
Is RATNA-HEXY effective against adult mites?
Hexythiazox has limited direct activity against adult female mites but prevents egg development and immature mite progression, resulting in excellent long-term population reduction over time.
Which crops benefit from RATNA-HEXY?
Apple, brinjal, chilli, tea, grapes, okra, and rose benefit from RATNA-HEXY application for controlling spider mites and other phytophagous tetranychid mite species causing economic damage.
Does RATNA-HEXY preserve beneficial predatory mites?
Yes, RATNA-HEXY's selective action against phytophagous mite juvenile stages preserves predatory mites (Phytoseiidae), making it compatible with integrated mite management and biological control programs.
What is the advantage of RATNA-HEXY's long residual activity?
RATNA-HEXY's ovicidal and nymphicidal properties kill developing mites over an extended period after application, reducing spray frequency and providing sustained economic mite control in crops.