Nufarm Axe Permethrin 40:60 (500g/L Caterpillar Insecticide) 1L & 5L
- Active ingredient
- 500 g/L Permethrin (40:60 cis:trans) (APVMA 54245)
- Controls
- Crops: cereals, field peas, linseed, ornamentals, sugar cane, tobacco and vegetables (label also covers non-bearing citrus). Pests: certain caterpillar pests including...
- Withholding period
- Celery 1 day; cole crops, field peas, lettuce, potatoes, sweetcorn, tobacco, tomatoes 2 days; green peas, green beans, wheat, oats, barley 3 days; linseed 7 days (APVMA 54245) — always confirm on the registered label
Nufarm Axe Insecticide contains 500 g/L permethrin (40:60::cis:trans) (Group 3A insecticide).
For the control of certain caterpillar pests of cereals, field peas, linseed, ornamentals, sugar cane, tobacco and vegetables.
Dangerous to bees. DO NOT spray on any plants in flower while bees are foraging.
Always read the registered label before use (APVMA 54245).
Active Ingredient: 500 g/L Permethrin (40:60 cis:trans) (APVMA 54245)
Chemical Schedule: S6
APVMA Reg. No: 54245
Celery 1 day; cole crops, field peas, lettuce, potatoes, sweetcorn, tobacco, tomatoes 2 days; green peas, green beans, wheat, oats, barley 3 days; linseed 7 days (APVMA 54245)
Always read the current registered product label before use. Withholding periods must be observed before slaughter, milking, or egg collection. The label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the current registered product label before use. Dose rates and withholding periods on this page are provided as a guide only. The registered label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the label and follow directions for use. The registered label is the legal document governing use of this product.
Download the Safety Data Sheet for this product:
Download SDS (PDF)Required for safe handling and storage. Keep on-site per WHS regulations.
Common Questions
What does Nufarm Axe control?
Certain caterpillar pests of cereals, field peas, linseed, ornamentals, sugar cane, tobacco and vegetables, as listed in the label's Directions for Use.
Is it safe for bees?
No. The label states it is dangerous to bees. Do not spray on any plants in flower while bees are foraging.
What are the withholding periods?
Celery 1 day; cole crops, field peas, lettuce, potatoes, sweetcorn, tobacco and tomatoes 2 days; green peas, green beans, wheat, oats and barley 3 days; linseed 7 days.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
As a regulated chemical, this product can only be transported by road freight, it cannot be sent via Australia Post or air freight. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 before ordering to confirm delivery to your area.
Mainland Australia only — we’re unable to deliver this product to Tasmania. It is classified as environmentally hazardous (a marine pollutant), so it is regulated as a dangerous good for sea and air transport and our freight carriers will not accept it on those routes. Because every route to Tasmania and offshore destinations needs a sea or air leg, we can only deliver it to mainland addresses by road. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you are unsure about your address.
Can you deliver this to Tasmania?
Not at this time. This product is environmentally hazardous (a marine pollutant), so it is regulated as a dangerous good for sea and air freight and our carriers do not accept it on those routes. As every route to Tasmania involves a sea or air crossing, we can only deliver it within mainland Australia by road. If you are in Tasmania, please call us on (07) 5482 1692 and we will help you find an alternative product.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.




