Classification:
Herbicide
Formulation:
MCPA-isooctyl 29.1% + Bromoxynil octanoate 27.2% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
CAS NO:
MCPA-isooctyl: 2840-01-1
Bromoxynil octanoate: 1689-99-2
USAGE:
Broad-spectrum herbicide for controlling annual broadleaf weeds in cereals
(wheat, barley, oats), maize, and pastures. Particularly effective against
resistant weeds like Galium aparine, Sinapis arvensis, and Polygonum spp.
Pack size:
1L, 5L, 10L, 20L/drum, or as required
| Crop | Target Weeds | Dosage | Application Timing | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat/Barley | Chickweed, Mayweed | 1.0-1.5 L/ha | 2-6 leaf stage of weeds | 1) REI: 48 hrs 2) Max 1 application/season |
| Maize | Pigweed, Lambsquarters | 1.2-1.8 L/ha | 3-5 leaf stage of crop | Add surfactant (0.2% v/v) |
| Pastures | Thistles, Dock | 1.5-2.0 L/ha | Rosette stage of weeds | PHI: 30 days for grazing |
| Fallow Land | Broadleaf weeds | 2.0-2.5 L/ha | Active weed growth | Do not replant for 14 days |
Mode of Action:
-MCPA: Synthetic auxin disrupting cell division (HRAC Group O)
-Bromoxynil: Photosystem II inhibitor (HRAC Group C3)
-Dual-action for enhanced weed control
Benefits:
-Controls herbicide-resistant broadleaf weeds
-Rapid symptom appearance (within 24-48 hrs)
-Rainfast within 2 hours after application
-Compatible with most cereal herbicides
Precautions:
-PPE: Coveralls, nitrile gloves, face shield
-Do not apply when temperature exceeds 25°C
-Buffer zone: 10m from water bodies
-Storage: Keep in original container at 5-30°C
Environmental Hazards:
-Highly toxic to aquatic plants
-Toxic to bees (do not apply during flowering)
-Moderate persistence (DT50: 10-20 days)
-Avoid drift to sensitive crops