AC Impressor 350 Soil Insecticide

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not use on crops produced hydroponically or in glasshouses and other covered situations.
• Do not apply AC Impressor 350 Soil Insecticide or any other Group 4A insecticide as a foliar spray after soil application in the same crop.
• Do not apply more than one application per vegetable crop, per ratoon crop for sugarcane, or per banana crop.

Insecticide Resistance Management:

• AC Impressor 350 Soil Insecticide is a Group 4A insecticide. Resistant biotypes may exist through natural genetic variability.
• Do not rely solely on this product for long-term pest management. Rotate with non-Group 4A chemistry where possible.
• Refer to district advice for local Silverleaf Whitefly resistance management strategies.
• For bananas, do not combine with any other Group 4A insecticide in the same crop.

Export of Treated Produce:

• Maximum residue limits (MRLs) or import tolerances may not exist in all export markets. Check with Axichem Pty Ltd for the latest MRL information before using this product on crops destined for export.

General Instructions – Mixing:

• Shake the container vigorously before pouring.
• Add the required amount of AC Impressor 350 to water in the tank with agitators running.
• Maintain constant agitation throughout the application.

Application – Sugarcane:

• Apply only as a subsurface soil application behind coulters.
• Twin coulter: apply to a depth of 100-125mm, spaced 220-500mm apart (Greyback) or 220-350mm apart (Childers).
• Single coulter (stool split): centre of the stool. Not suitable for all areas. Consult your local Axichem representative before use.
• Soil must have moisture at coulter depth at application, or receive at least 15mm of rainfall or irrigation within one week.
• Do not irrigate within 48 hours of application in sugarcane.

Application – Vegetables:

• Sub-surface trickle injection: apply once only, 5-7 days after planting or seed emergence. Do not over-irrigate or cause run-off.
• Furrow spray pre-plant: apply to open furrow not earlier than 5 days prior to planting. Cover treated soil immediately.
• Plant-hole drench: apply at planting or within 2 days after planting. Do not use where plant spacing exceeds 60cm along the row.

Application – Bananas:

• Inject 15cm from the base of the plant at an off-centre, downward angle to a depth of 5-10cm.
• Do not inject into the centre of the plant. This may result in plant death.
• Inject only followers that are at least 1.5m tall into the throat of the plant.
• Do not inject bunched plants.
• Ensure application equipment does not leak. Wear gloves during injection.

Protection of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans and the Environment:

• Do not contaminate streams, rivers, waterways, or drains with this chemical or used containers.
• Imidacloprid is toxic to certain aquatic species.
• Plan applications to avoid run-off within 48 hours.
• Do not apply to wet or waterlogged soils.
• Do not apply if heavy rain is expected within 48 hours.
• Prevent irrigation run-off from treated areas from entering drains and waterways.

Storage and Disposal:

• Store in the original sealed container in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
• Triple or pressure-rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank.
• Do not dispose of undiluted product on-site.
• Return clean containers to a drumMuster or designated collection point where possible.
• If recycling is not available, break, crush, or puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill below 500mm depth, clear of waterways and tree roots.
• Do not burn empty containers or unused product.

Safety Directions:

• Harmful if swallowed.
• Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders.
• When preparing for use, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, and a face shield.
• Wash your hands after use.
• After each day’s use, wash gloves, face shield, and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

This information and product advice is not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​