Description
Actellic® Gold Dust is a trusted grain protectant specially formulated to deliver superior protection against post-harvest insect pests in stored maize and other cereals. Developed by Syngenta, this product combines two powerful active ingredients—pirimiphos-methyl (16 g/kg) and thiamethoxam (3.6 g/kg)—to ensure rapid knockdown and long-lasting residual control.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Dual-action formulation for enhanced efficacy
- Broad-spectrum protection against key storage pests, including:
- Maize weevils (Sitophilus zeamais)
- Larger grain borers (Prostephanus truncatus)
- Red flour beetles (Tribolium castaneum)
- Moths and mites
- Long-lasting residual activity—keeps grain protected for months
- Safe to use—grain is consumable after a 14-day withholding period
- User-friendly application in dust form; no mixing required
