Used primarily as an insecticide in agriculture, it targets lepidopteran larvae, making it effective against caterpillar pests in crops such as fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. It acts as a mimic of the insect molting hormone ecdysone, triggering premature molting and leading to death during the molting process. Because of its selective mode of action, it has low toxicity to beneficial insects, birds, and mammals, making it suitable for integrated pest management programs. Commonly applied in orchards, vineyards, and vegetable farms, it helps control pests like codling moth, fruit worms, and budworms without disrupting ecological balance.