Atrazine — Dosage & Labelled Products
Herbicide · 1 crops on label · 18 CIB&RC registered brand products
Moderately toxic — blue label triangle (Danger)
Atrazine 50% WP is a herbicide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for weeds control. It is approved for use on 1 crops including Maize.
Atrazine dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | Amaranthus Viridis · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Brachiaria Spp · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Cleome Viscosa · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Digera Arvensis · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Digitaria Spp · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Echinochloa Colonum · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Eleusine Indica · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Polygonum Spp · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Trianthema Monogyna · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
| Maize | Xanthium Strumarium · Weeds | Spray | 0.5-1.0 kg | 1-2 kg | 500-700 | - |
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 Atrazine label
- Maize 28 pesticides
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Source: Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC), India - official registered brand product list · View source →. Updated: updated annually · Report an error
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atrazine 50% WP used for in India?
Atrazine 50% WP is a herbicide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for weeds control on 1 crops including Maize.
What is the recommended dosage of Atrazine 50% WP?
The registered dosage of Atrazine 50% WP varies by crop and target pest. For example: Maize (Amaranthus Viridis) — 1-2 kg per hectare; Maize (Brachiaria Spp) — 1-2 kg per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Atrazine 50% WP in India?
18 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Atrazine 50% WP are available in India, manufactured by 18 companies. All products listed on this page contain Atrazine 50% WP as the active ingredient at the registered concentration and are approved under the Insecticides Act 1968.
What is the pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Atrazine 50% WP?
The pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Atrazine 50% WP varies by crop and formulation. It is the minimum number of days between the last application and harvest. Check the dosage table above for crop-specific PHI values.
Is Atrazine safe for all crops?
Atrazine 50% WP is only registered for the specific crops listed in its CIB&RC label. Using it on non-registered crops is illegal and may result in crop damage or residue violations. Always verify the crop is listed on the product label before use.