Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF - Dosage & Uses

Herbicide · controls weeds · 1 crop · 20 label claims

Slightly toxic - green label triangle (Caution)

Bensulfuron Methyl dosage by crop

Registered label doses of Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF: crop, target pest, application method, active ingredient and formulation per hectare, water volume and pre-harvest waiting period
Crop	Pest / disease	Method	a.i. per ha	Formulation per ha	Water (L/ha)	Waiting period (days)
Paddy	Alternanthera Sessilis · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Alternanthera Sessilis · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Ammania Baccifera · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Ammania Baccifera · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Cyperus Compestris Difformis · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Cyperus Compestris Difformis · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Cyperus Compestris Iria · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Eclipta Alba · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Fimbristylis Spp · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Fimbristylis Spp · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Ludwigia Parviflora · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Ludwigia Parviflora · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Marsilea Quadrifolia · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Marsilea Quadrifolia · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Monochoria Vaginalis · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Monochoria Vaginalis · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Scirpus Royeli · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Scirpus Royeli · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71
Paddy	Sphenoclea Zeylanica · Weeds	Spray	60 gm	100 gm	300 ltrs	88 days
Paddy	Sphenoclea Zeylanica · Weeds	Spray	60gm	100 gm	300 ltrs.	71

Read the label. Doses above are the registered label claims (Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee) for information only. Always follow the product label and your local agriculture officer's advice, wear protective equipment, and observe the waiting period before harvest. Found an error? Report it. See our terms of use.

Crops on the Bensulfuron Methyl label

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Source: Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC) approved label claims, compiled by NaPanta agronomists · View source →. Updated: reviewed with each CIB&RC registration update · Report an error

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF used for?

Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF is a herbicide registered in India for weeds control on 1 crops including Paddy.

What is the dosage of Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF per acre?

Label doses are given per hectare in the table above; divide by 2.47 for one acre. The dose differs by crop and target pest, so use the row for your crop and follow the water volume shown.

How toxic is Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF?

Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF carries the green label triangle - slightly toxic (Caution). Wear protective clothing, keep away from children and water bodies, and observe the waiting period before harvest.

What is the pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF?

The pre-harvest interval for Bensulfuron Methyl 60% DF varies by crop and formulation. Check the PHI column in the dosage table above for each registered crop. PHI is the minimum number of days between the last application and harvest to ensure residues are within safe limits.

How do I dispose of empty pesticide containers safely?

Triple-rinse the container with water and pour rinsate into the spray tank. Puncture the container so it cannot be reused. Do not burn, bury, or throw in water bodies. Return to the dealer or dispose at a designated waste collection point as per CPCB guidelines.

What should I do if a farmer is accidentally exposed to a pesticide?

Move the person away from the exposure area immediately. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water for 15 minutes. For eye exposure, rinse with clean water for 15 minutes. Go to the nearest hospital and take the pesticide label or container for the doctor to identify the active ingredient.