
KONTESS
Insecticide / Acaricide
- Lambda-cyhalothrin
- 100 g/LIRAC 3A
KONTESS® is a versatile insecticide/acaricide based on lambda-cyhalothrin (100 g/L), formulated as a capsule suspension (CS). It acts by contact and ingestion on a large number of pests such as aphids, caterpillars, beetles, and thrips. KONTESS® is authorized on many crops, including cereals, rapeseed, maize, fruit trees, vines, and various vegetable crops. The product belongs to the pyrethroid chemical family (IRAC Group 3A).
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Key uses(13)
- Aphids
- Caterpillars
- Beetles
- Thrips
- Flea beetles
- Pollen beetles
- Leafrollers
- Olive fruit fly
Registered in France

Approved uses
Registration, documents and approved uses for this market.
Label & safety data
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Approved uses
| Crop | Targets | PHI | BBCH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa / lucerne | — | 7d | — |
| Almond | — | 7d | — |
| Apple | — | 7d | — |
| Apricot | — | 7d | — |
| Arugula / rocket | — | 7d | — |
| Asparagus | — | — | — |
| Barley | — | 28d | — |
| Beetroot | — | 7d | — |
| Bell pepper | — | 3d | — |
| Birdsfoot trefoil | — | 7d | — |
| Blackberry | — | 7d | — |
| Blackcurrant | — | 7d | — |
| Blueberry | — | 7d | — |
| Borage | — | 35d | — |
| Broccoli | — | 7d | — |
| Brussels sprout | — | 7d | — |
| Cabbage | — | 7d | — |
| Camelina | — | 35d | — |
| Carrot | — | 14d | — |
| Castor bean | — | 35d | — |
| Cauliflower | — | 7d | — |
| Celeriac | — | 14d | — |
| Chard | — | 7d | — |
| Cherry | — | 7d | — |
| Chestnut | — | 7d | — |
| Chicory | — | 14d | — |
| Chili pepper | — | 3d | — |
| Chinese artichoke | — | 14d | — |
| Citrus | — | 7d | — |
| Clover | — | 7d | — |
Safety & hazard classification
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Irritants / Acute toxicity Cat 4 / Skin sensitiser
Hazardous to the aquatic environment
Hazard statements
- H302Harmful if swallowed.
- H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- EUH401To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Precautionary statements
- P102Keep out of reach of children.
- P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
- P333+P313If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P501Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Resistance management
Mode-of-action group, classified by the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee. Rotate products across different groups to slow resistance build-up.
Lambda-cyhalothrin
Group 3A