Carbendazim 50% WP

Carbendazim 50% WP is a broad-spectrum, systemic fungicide widely used in agriculture to both prevent and cure fungal diseases. The "50% WP" indicates that it is a Wettable Powder containing 50% of the active ingredient, Carbendazim.

How It Works

As a systemic fungicide, it is absorbed by the plant (through leaves or roots) and moves internally through the sap (xylem).

• Preventive: It stops fungal spores from germinating and forming "germ tubes."

• Curative: It disrupts the cell division (mitosis) of existing fungi, effectively killing the pathogen already inside the plant.

Common Uses & Dosage

It is used across a variety of crops, including paddy (rice), wheat, vegetables, and fruits.

Target Crops:

• Paddy: Blast and Sheath Blight.

• Wheat/Barley: Loose Smut.

• Vegetables (Brinjal, Chilli): Fruit Rot, Damping Off, and Leaf Spot.

• Fruits (Apple, Grapes): Scab and Anthracnose.

Key Benefits

• Broad Spectrum: Effective against a vast range of fungal pathogens (Ascomycetes, Deuteromycetes, and Basidiomycetes).

• Dual Action: Works as both a protective shield and a curative treatment.

• Cost-Effective: Generally more affordable per acre compared to newer generation fungicides.

• Rain-Fast: Once absorbed by the plant, it remains effective even if it rains a few hours after application.

Safety & Environmental Precautions

Important: Carbendazim is classified as a hazardous substance and is banned or restricted in several countries (including many in the EU) due to potential health risks.

• Human Health: It is a suspected mutagen and may cause reproductive/developmental harm. Pregnant women should strictly avoid contact.

• Protective Gear: Always wear gloves, a mask, and long-sleeved clothing during mixing and application.

• Environment: Highly toxic to aquatic life and earthworms. Never spray near water bodies or during high winds to avoid drift.

• Waiting Period: Observe a "Pre-Harvest Interval" (PHI) of at least 1421 days before harvesting crops after the last spray.