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- Active ingredient
- Acequinocyl
- Chemical class
- IRAC lists acequinocyl as the sole member of sub-group 20B, mitochondrial complex III electron transport inhibitors acting at the Qo site, which disrupt energy production.[2]
- Mode of action
- IRAC Group 20B: Mitochondrial complex III electron transport inhibitors (Qo site): acequinocyl[2]
- Signal word
- Kanemite 15 SC Miticide (alternate names Shuttle 15 SC Miticide, Shuttle O Miticide): Caution[1]
Who can use it, and where
This is a professional product. Its sites include commercial greenhouses and nurseries, interiorscapes, parks, school grounds, and ornamentals in landscapes around homes and businesses.[1]
The label bans indoor residential use, aerial application and application through irrigation systems. Food crops not on the label can't be planted within 30 days of the last spray.[1]
Where it is used
Apply when mites reach threshold numbers and before large populations build. The label says it works on all life stages of susceptible mites and gives both knockdown and residual control.[1]
Coverage drives results. Use enough water to wet foliage thoroughly and evenly; on ornamentals, spray to the point of drip.[1]
Test a few plants first, since not every variety has been checked for tolerance. Certain impatiens and miniature roses are flagged as sensitive to some pesticides.[1]
Don't mix it with strongly alkaline materials, which can reduce activity, and never combine it with fosetyl (Phos-ethyl).[1]
Products and registrations
| Product | Registrant | EPA Reg. No. | Active % | Formulation | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanemite 15 SC Miticide (alternate names Shuttle 15 SC Miticide, Shuttle O Miticide)[1] | UPL NA, Inc. | 70506-447 | 15.8% | suspension concentrate | Caution |
Label rates
| Product | Use | Pests | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanemite 15 SC Miticide (alternate names Shuttle 15 SC Miticide, Shuttle O Miticide) | Ornamentals in nurseries, commercial greenhouses, interiorscapes, parks and residential or commercial landscapes | Twospotted, Pacific, spruce, strawberry and Willamette spider mites; citrus red, European red and Texas citrus mites; flat mites | 6.4–12.8 fl oz product per 100 gallons of water[1] Spray foliage to the point of drip once mites reach threshold levels. No more than 12.8 fl oz per acre per application or 25.6 fl oz per acre per year, with at least 14 days between treatments. |
| Kanemite 15 SC Miticide (alternate names Shuttle 15 SC Miticide, Shuttle O Miticide) | Listed fruit, berry, vegetable, bean, hop and tree nut crops | Spider mites, red mites, broad mite and flat mites named for each crop | 21–31 fl oz product per acre[1] Most crops get 31 fl oz per acre; pome fruit and some others allow 21 to 31 fl oz depending on the mite. Two applications and 62 fl oz per acre per year at most. |
Safety and environmental hazards
People
Signal word CAUTION: harmful if swallowed, absorbed through skin or inhaled, and it causes moderate eye irritation. Handlers wear long sleeves, long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves.[1]
Pets
For landscape and other non-farm uses, the label says to keep children, pets and unprotected people out of treated areas until sprays have dried.[1]
Bees and pollinators
The label has no bee hazard statement. It describes the product as relatively harmless to most predatory mites and beneficial insects, which fits IPM programs.[1]
Fish and water
Toxic to aquatic invertebrates such as Eastern oysters and mysid shrimp. Don't apply within 75 feet of aquatic areas, and avoid spraying when rain or irrigation is expected within 48 hours.[1]
Resistance
Group 20B shares its target with other Group 20 actives. The label advises against back-to-back Kanemite sprays and recommends rotating with miticides from different groups.[1][2]
Common questions
- What mites does acequinocyl control?
- The Kanemite 15 SC label lists twospotted, Pacific, strawberry, Willamette, spruce, carmine and other spider mites, plus citrus red, European red, broad and flat mites.[1]
- How much Kanemite 15 SC goes in 100 gallons?
- For ornamentals, 6.4 to 12.8 fluid ounces in 100 gallons of water, sprayed to the point of drip.[1]
- Can I use Kanemite indoors at home?
- No. The label says it is not for indoor residential use; indoor plant uses are limited to non-residential interiorscapes and commercial greenhouses.[1]
Sources
- U.S. EPA Pesticide Product Label System, “Kanemite 15 SC Miticide label, EPA Reg. No. 70506-447 (EPA-stamped, Oct. 1, 2021).” www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/070506-00447-20211001.pdf (accessed 2026-10-06)
- Insecticide Resistance Action Committee, “IRAC Mode of Action Classification Scheme, Version 11.5 (Feb. 2026).” irac-online.org/documents/moa-classification/ (accessed 2026-10-06)