Sipcam Potassium Soap 150ml – Potassium Soap Insecticide for Pests in Crops

Frequently asked questions

• Which pests does Relevant Oil SJ Potassium Soap work against?

  It's an organic insecticide and acaricide especially effective against aphids, thrips, whitefly, mites and tuta absoluta. It works best in the early stages of the infestation, on larvae, mites and in some cases eggs. It's suitable for both indoor and outdoor crops.

• How exactly does it work?

  It acts exclusively by contact, through a physical mechanism: it breaks down the insect's outer structure, causing rapid death, with no systemic toxicity. Because it's a physical action, it doesn't create resistance. That's why it's essential to thoroughly wet the pest during application.

• What dose should I use and how far does the 150 ml bottle go?

  The recommended dose is approximately 10 ml per litre of water, applied as a foliar spray. The 150 ml bottle is enough to prepare a full backpack sprayer of treatment. You can repeat the application if the situation requires it.

• How long do I need to wait before harvesting after applying it?

  There's no pre-harvest interval: you can harvest immediately after the treatment. Since it has no residual activity, it breaks down quickly and doesn't persist on the plant or in the soil. This makes it very suitable for last-minute treatments before harvesting.

• What is its composition, and is it suitable for organic growing?

  It's formulated with potassium salts of vegetable fatty acids at 13.04%. It's an organic product, residue-free and compatible with organic farming. It also fits well into integrated pest management programmes.

• Can it be used as a preventive treatment?

  It's designed as a curative treatment, ideal for acting at the start of an infestation. Since it has no residual activity, it doesn't leave protection that lasts over time. The best approach is to check your crop frequently and apply it as soon as you spot the first individuals.