Introduction

Key Features & Benefits

• Wide-spectrum control: Eliminates grasses, sedges, and BLWs in paddy fields.
• High crop safety: Selective to most Indian rice varieties.
• Granular convenience: Easy hand broadcasting in puddled fields.
• Strong safety margin: 5–30 times safety even at recommended doses.
• Residual action: Long-lasting control from a single application.

Recommended Usage

Application Guidelines

Application Method: Apply as a pre-emergence broadcast in puddled rice fields.

Time: Within 3-5 days of transplanting.

Water Management: Maintain a thin water film during and after application.

Safety & Handling

• Use gloves, boots, and protective eyewear during application.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
• Do not mix with food or animal feed.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from children and animals.

Mode of Action

Combines two mechanisms:
1. ALS Inhibitor (Bensulfuron Methyl) – inhibits branched-chain amino acid synthesis.
2. VLCFA Inhibitor (Pretilachlor) – blocks fatty acid elongation required for cell division.

Toxicity & Antidote

Toxicity Triangle: Green (Slightly Toxic)

Caution: “Caution” as per label.
Antidote: No specific antidote. Treat symptomatically.