Active Ingredient
Paraquat Dichloride
Formulation
24% SL
Parawin
Paraquat Dichloride belongs to bipyridylium group Non-selective, contact herbicide
Target Pests/Diseases
Chenopodium sp., Anagallis arvensis, Trianthema monogyna, Cyperus rotundus, Fumaria parviflora, Digera arvensis, Cyperus iria, Trianthema portulacastrum, Digitaria sp., Eragrostis sp., Fimbristylis sp., Eupatorium odoratum, Ageratum conyzoides, Commelina benghalensis, Echinochloa crusgalli, Panicum repens, Cyperus iria, Brachiaria mutica, Marsilea quadrifoliata, Mallugo spergulla , Grassy & Broad-leaved weeds, Imperata cylindrica, Setaria sp., Commelina benghalensis, Boerhavia hispida, Paspalum conjugatum, Clerodendron infrotunatum, Erechtites valerianifolia, Arundinella benghalensis, Eupatorium sp., Cyperus rotundus, Commelina benghalensis, Amaranthus sp., Trianthema monogyna, Echinochloa spp., Cyperus rotundus, Cynodon dactylon, Convolvulus sp., Portulaca sp., Tridax sp. , Rosa moschata, Rosa eglanteria, Rubus ellipticus, Eichhornia crassipes , Hydrilla, Typha latifolia
Mode of Action
Acts by inhibiting Acetyl-CoA carboxylase enzyme and photosynthesis
Superoxide generated during photosynthesis damages cell membrane and cytoplasm
Salient Features
- Broad spectrum control of broad-leaved weeds and grasses
- Appropriate herbicide for no-till farming thereby promotes intact roots and prevents soil erosion
- Used for pre-plant incorporation and post emergence application
Application Principles
- 1Shake well before use
- 2Applications should be made immediately after the spray solution is prepared
- 3Ensure thorough and uniform coverage
- 4For effective results, apply as post-emergence
Application Guide
Dosage
As per crop recommendation
Method
Foliar spray
Recommended Crops
| Crops | Diseases | Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| potato | Chenopodium sp., Anagallis arvensis, Trianthema monogyna, Cyperus rotundus, Fumaria parviflora | 1.06-2.125 L |
| Cotton | Digera arvensis, Cyperus iria, Trianthema portulacastrum | 1.25-2.0 L |
| Rubber | Digitaria sp., Eragrostis sp., Fimbristylis sp., Eupatorium odoratum | 1.25-2.5 L |
| Rice | Ageratum conyzoides, Commelina benghalensis, Echinochloa crusgalli, Panicum repens, Cyperus iria, Brachiaria mutica, Marsilea quadrifoliata, Mallugo spergulla | 1.25-3.5 L |
| Wheat | Grassy & Broad-leaved weeds | 4.25 L |
| Tea | Imperata cylindrica, Setaria sp., Commelina benghalensis, Boerhavia hispida, Paspalum conjugatum, Clerodendron infrotunatum, Erechtites valerianifolia, Arundinella benghalensis, Eupatorium sp. | 0.83-4.25 L |
| Maize | Cyperus rotundus, Commelina benghalensis, Amaranthus sp., Trianthema monogyna, Echinochloa spp. | 1.0-2.5 L |
| Grapes | Cyperus rotundus, Cynodon dactylon, Convolvulus sp., Portulaca sp., Tridax sp. | 2.5 L |
| Apple | Rosa moschata, Rosa eglanteria, Rubus ellipticus | 3.2 L |
| Aquatic weeds | Eichhornia crassipes , Hydrilla, Typha latifolia | 4.25 L, 4.2 L ,4.2-8.4 L |
Technical Specifications
Packaging: 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L, 5 L, 20 L
Antidote
: No specific antidote is known. Treat symptomatically. 500 ml of 30% suspension of sterilized bento or fullers earth may be given orally.
Toxicity
"\"\\\"Triangle colour: Yellow, highly toxic Cautionary Word: Poison \\\"\""
Compatibility
Compatible with most of the products.
Precautions
Use PPE during application. Read and follow all instructions on the label and leaflet thoroughly.