Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL

Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL is a non-selective contact herbicide used to control weeds. Here’s what it is typically used for:

Main Uses

• Weed control in crops: It kills a wide range of grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops like cotton, sugarcane, tea, coffee, rubber plantations, and orchards.
• Pre-planting / Pre-emergence: Applied before sowing or before crop emergence to clear fields of existing weeds.
• Inter-row weed control: Used between crop rows (directed spray) so it doesn’t touch the crop plants.
• Non-crop areas: Roadsides, industrial areas, bunds, and wastelands.

How It Works

Paraquat acts quickly by damaging plant cells on contact, causing weeds to dry out and die within hours to days. It does not move inside the plant, so only the sprayed parts are affected.

Important Safety Note

Paraquat is highly toxic to humans and animals if ingested or improperly handled. Many countries have restricted or banned it. Always:

• Use protective gear (gloves, mask, goggles)
• Avoid spray drift onto crops or skin
• Follow label instructions strictly

If you tell me your crop and weed problem, I can suggest whether this is appropriate or safer alternatives.

Crops Where It’s Commonly Used

• Cotton
• Sugarcane
• Tea & coffee plantations
• Fruit orchards (mango, citrus, banana, etc.)
• Maize and other row crops (as directed, spray only)

Key Features

• Contact herbicide (kills only the plant part it touches)
• Very fast action, visible effect within hours
• No soil activity (doesn’t affect weed seeds in soil)

Important

• Avoid spray on crop leaves (it will damage them)
• Use only as directed spray in row crops
• Wear protective gear (very toxic chemical)
• Follow the recommended dose on the product label strictly
• Avoid use in windy conditions / near rain

Suggested Dose (As Written)

• 3-6 ml / 1 liter water
• 500 ml – 700 ml per acre