Super Sonata by HPM (Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL)

Name: HPM Super Sonata (Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL)
Brand: HPM

Herbicide · Detailed usage and dosage information for different crops

Pesticide Product: HPM

Super Sonata

Technical: Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL

Promotes flowering and reduces flower drop. Improves fruit and grain quality (size, shape, weight, colour, shine and other organoleptic properties). Helps in uniform ripening of fruits/grains and maintains the higher nutrient content. Increases plant resistance to abiotic stress such as extreme temperatures, high humidity, frost , floods and drought. Increases plant vigour to fight adverse biotic factors such as pests and diseases. Increases crop yield significantly.

Super Sonata dosage by crop

Pre-harvest interval (PHI): 90 days depending on crop. Do not harvest before the waiting period is complete.

Registered label doses of Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL (Super Sonata): crop, pest, dosage, water volume and waiting period
Crop	Pest / disease	Method	a.i. per ha	Formulation per ha	Water (L/ha)	Waiting period (days)
Apple	Rosa Eglantaria · Weeds	Spray	0.75 kg	3.25 ltrs	700-1000	N.A.
Apple	Rosa Moschata · Weeds	Spray	0.5 kg.	2.0ltrs.	500	90
Apple	Rubus Ellipticus · Weeds	Spray	0.75 kg	3.25 ltrs	700-1000	N.A.
Coffee	Ageratum conyzoides · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Ageratum conyzoides · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Borreria Hispida · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Commelina benghalensis · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Digitaria Marginata · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Eleusine Indica · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Euphorbia Hirta · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Coffee	Paspalum Conjugatum · Weeds	Spray	250	1	400	N.A.
Cotton	Cyperus Compestris Iria · Weeds	Spray	0.3-0.5 kg	1.25-2.0	500	150-180

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.

Product Label & Registration

Super Sonata by HPM is registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. The product label specifies the exact active ingredient concentration (Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL), approved crops, application method, safety precautions, and the pre-harvest waiting period.

Always purchase from a licensed dealer and verify the registration on the official CIB&RC database before use.

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Other Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL brand products in India

All products below contain Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL as the active ingredient and carry CIB&RC registered label claims.

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Source: Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC), India - official registered label data · View source →. Updated: updated annually or when label claims change · Report an error

Frequently Asked Questions

What crops is Super Sonata registered for?

Super Sonata (Paraquat Dichloride 24% SL) is registered for use in Apple, Coffee, Cotton as per CIB&RC label claims.

What is the dosage of Super Sonata?

Dosage of Super Sonata varies by crop and pest. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for each crop.

Is Super Sonata safe to use near water bodies?

Always follow the Super Sonata label instructions regarding buffer zones near water bodies, drainage channels, or ponds. Do not spray during windy conditions or when rain is forecast within 4 hours. Dispose of empty containers as directed on the label — never near water sources.

Where can I buy Super Sonata by HPM in India?

Super Sonata is available from licensed pesticide dealers across India. Use the NaPanta app to find verified dealers near you who stock HPM products. Always purchase pesticides from licensed dealers and insist on a bill to ensure authenticity.

What precautions should I take when using Super Sonata?

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) — gloves, mask, eye protection, and full-sleeved clothing — when mixing and applying Super Sonata. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during application. Wash thoroughly after use. Keep children and animals away from the treated area until the spray dries. Observe the pre-harvest waiting period listed on the label.