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Notes: Two species of mealybugs, Saissetia nigra [Parasaissetia nigra] and S. coffeae were recorded damaging immature fruits of sandal which are shed and do not germinate. A note is given on control measures using sprays of 0.5% Ekalux [quinalphos] followed by BHC 50% WP [HCH].