Dicofol — Dosage & Labelled Products
Insecticide · 8 crops on label · 2 CIB&RC registered brand products
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Dicofol 18.5% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for insects control. It is approved for use on 8 crops including Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Brinjal, Citrus.
Dicofol dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitter Gourd | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 250-500 | 1350-2700 | 500-1000 | 15-20 |
| Bottle Gourd | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 250-500 | 1350-2700 | 500-1000 | 15-20 |
| Brinjal | Yellow Mites · Insects | Spray | 500-1000 | 2700-5400 | 500-1000 | 15-20 |
| Citrus | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 0.05% | 2700-4050 | 1000-5000 | 15-20 |
| Cotton | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 500-1000 | 2700-5400 | 500-1000 | 15-20 |
| Litchi | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 0.05% | 2700-4050 | 1000-5000 | 15-20 |
| Okra | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 250-500 | 1350-2700 | 500-1000 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Pink mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Purple Mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Red Spider Mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Scarlet Mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
| Tea | Yellow Mites · Insects | Spray | 230 | 1250 | 250 | 15-20 |
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 Dicofol label
- Bitter Gourd 2 pesticides
- Bottle Gourd 2 pesticides
- Brinjal 42 pesticides
- Citrus 14 pesticides
- Cotton 116 pesticides
- Litchi 1 pesticides
- Okra 45 pesticides
- Tea 38 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 Dicofol 18.5% EC used for in India?
Dicofol 18.5% EC is a insecticide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for insects control on 8 crops including Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Brinjal.
What is the recommended dosage of Dicofol 18.5% EC?
The registered dosage of Dicofol 18.5% EC varies by crop and target pest. For example: Bitter Gourd (Red Spider Mites) — 1350-2700 per hectare; Bottle Gourd (Red Spider Mites) — 1350-2700 per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Dicofol 18.5% EC in India?
2 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Dicofol 18.5% EC are available in India, manufactured by 2 companies. All products listed on this page contain Dicofol 18.5% EC as the active ingredient at the registered concentration and are approved under the Insecticides Act 1968.
What is the pre-harvest interval (PHI) for Dicofol 18.5% EC?
The pre-harvest interval for Dicofol 18.5% EC varies by crop: Bitter Gourd — 15-20 days; Bottle Gourd — 15-20 days; Brinjal — 15-20 days. Check the PHI column in the dosage table above for each registered crop.
Is Dicofol safe for all crops?
Dicofol 18.5% EC 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.