Thiophanate Methyl — Dosage & Labelled Products
Fungicide · 5 crops on label · 10 CIB&RC registered brand products
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Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP is a fungicide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968 by CIB&RC for disease control. It is approved for use on 5 crops including Apple, Bottle Gourd, Grapes, Papaya.
Thiophanate Methyl dosage by crop
| Crop | Pest / disease | Method | a.i. per ha | Formulation per ha | Water (L/ha) | Waiting period (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Scab · Disease | Spray | 500 gm | 715 gm | 750-1000 | 3 |
| Bottle Gourd | Fruit Rot · Disease | Spray | 1000 gm | 1430 gm | 750-1000 | 1 |
| Grapes | Fruit Rot · Disease | Spray | 500 | 715 | 750-1000 | 14 |
| Grapes | Powdery Mildew · Disease | Spray | 500 | 715 | 750-1000 | 14 |
| Grapes | Rust · Disease | Spray | 500 | 715 | 750-1000 | 14 |
| Papaya | Powdery Mildew · Disease | Spray | 500 gm | 715 gm | 750-1000 | 4-Aug |
| Tomato | Ring Rot · Disease | Spray | 500 gm | 715 gm | 750-1000 | 7 |
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 Thiophanate Methyl label
- Apple 32 pesticides
- Bottle Gourd 2 pesticides
- Grapes 59 pesticides
- Papaya 1 pesticides
- Tomato 60 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 Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP used for in India?
Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP is a fungicide registered under India's Insecticides Act 1968. It is approved by CIB&RC for disease control on 5 crops including Apple, Bottle Gourd, Grapes.
What is the recommended dosage of Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP?
The registered dosage of Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP varies by crop and target pest. For example: Apple (Scab) — 715 gm per hectare; Bottle Gourd (Fruit Rot) — 1430 gm per hectare. Always follow the CIB&RC registered label dose for your specific crop.
How many brand products contain Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP in India?
10 CIB&RC registered brand products containing Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP are available in India, manufactured by 8 companies. All products listed on this page contain Thiophanate Methyl 70% 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 Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP?
The pre-harvest interval for Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP varies by crop: Apple — 3 days; Bottle Gourd — 1 days; Grapes — 14 days. Check the PHI column in the dosage table above for each registered crop.
Is Thiophanate Methyl safe for all crops?
Thiophanate Methyl 70% 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.