Classification:
Protective Fungicide
Formulation:
Captan 80% Water Dispersible Granule (WDG)
CAS NO:
133-06-2
USAGE:
Broad-spectrum contact fungicide for controlling fungal diseases in fruits
(apples, grapes, strawberries), vegetables, ornamentals, and field crops.
Effective against Botrytis, Alternaria, Anthracnose, Scab, and fruit rots. Also
used as seed treatment for soil-borne pathogens.
Pack size:
500g, 1kg, 5kg, 25kg/drum, or as required
Crop | Target Diseases | Dosage (80% WDG) | Application Timing | Remarks |
---|---|---|---|---|
Apples | Scab, Fruit rots | 2.5-3.75 kg/ha | Pre-bloom to harvest (7-10 day intervals) | 1) REI: 24 hrs 2) Max 10 applications/season |
Grapes | Black rot, Downy mildew | 3-4 kg/ha | Bud break to pre-harvest | PHI: 7 days |
Strawberries | Botrytis, Leaf spot | 2-3 kg/ha | Early flowering to fruit set | Do not apply during full bloom |
Tomatoes | Early blight, Anthracnose | 2.5-3 kg/ha | First sign of disease | 7-day spray intervals |
Seed Treatment | Damping-off, Seed rots | 3-5 g/kg seed | Before planting | Use slurry method |
Mode of Action:
-Multi-site contact fungicide
-Reacts with thiol groups in fungal cells
-Inhibits spore germination and mycelial growth
-No known resistance development
Benefits:
-Protects new growth with rainfast adhesion
-Compatible with most pesticides (except alkaline)
-Low phytotoxicity when used as directed
-Provides residual protection (7-10 days)
Precautions:
-PPE: Coveralls, gloves, respirator (APF 10)
-Do not apply near beehives
-Maximum residue limits apply (check local regulations)
-Storage: Keep dry in original container (2°C to 30°C)
Environmental Hazards:
-Toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates
-Avoid runoff to water bodies
-Moderately persistent (soil half-life 1-7 days)
-Low avian toxicity