Endosulfan formulation and methods of use thereof

摘要

The present inventors have found that the contrasting chemical, physical and environmental characteristics of alpha and beta endosulfan provide an opportunity to formulate an effective endosulfan formulation with lower risk to the environment. Accordingly, the present invention provides a method for controlling or reducing pest numbers in an area affected or likely to be affected by pests, the method comprising applying to the area an endosulfan formulation, the formulation comprising beta endosulfan and alpha endosulfan, wherein the ratio of beta to alpha endosulfan in the formulation is at least 3.5:6.5 w/w.