Active Champ
Glyphosate 41% SL
Description
Glyphosate 41% SL is a non-selective post-emergence herbicide. Apply to perennial weeds as a post-emergence application that have at least 4–8 leaves and are actively growing. Glyphosate 41% S.L. is to be diluted with clean water and sprayed uniformly using an efficient sprayer as given in the field recommendation below.
Crops, Target Weed & Dosage
| Crops | Dosage/Ha |
|---|---|
| Tea Plantation | 2 to 3 L |
| Non Cropped Area | 2 to 3 L |
Pack Size
500 ml
1 Litre
5 Litre
Features & Benefits
- Active Champ is a non-selective and systemic herbicide.
- It is a post-emergence herbicide for the control of annual perennial, broadleaf and grassy weeds.
- It contains Glyphosate 41% SL.
- It is easily biodegradable & non-volatile in nature.
- It belongs to the Organophosphorus group of chemical.
- It is a systemic herbicide, kills the weeds by inhibiting the EPPS synthesis in weed plant.
- Being a non-selective herbicide, it effectively kills all types of weeds.
- It is widely used in non-crop areas, open fields, bunds and water channels.
- It is also used in tea crop to control various weeds.
- It is rapidly absorbed leaves and translocated to the root system thus kills weed completely.
- It one to two weeks to kill weeds completely.
- It is also effective against the weeds which are difficult to control.
- It does not have any residual effect on the germination of any crop grown after its application.
- No residual effect thus safe for beneficial insects as well as environment.
Mode of Action
Active Champ is a non-selective, systemic herbicide of Organophosphorus group. It works by inhibiting an essential plant enzyme called EPSPS (5-enolpyruvyl – shikimate -3 – phosphate synthase). Inhibition of this enzyme prevents the production of aromatic amino acids required for protein synthesis within the plant. Lack of the protein synthesis results the death of treated plants.
Directions for Use
Time of Application
Apply to perennial weeds as a post-emergence application when weeds have 4–8 leaves and are actively growing.
Application Method
Use clean water and a uniform sprayer for proper coverage.
Spray Volume
450 L/ha
Safety Precautions
- Do not store near seeds, feeds, fertilisers, or pesticides.
- Always store in a safe place.
- Do not mix herbicides with your bare hands.
- Do not drink, eat, chew, or smoke during spraying.
- Spray only in calm weather to prevent drift.
- Avoid contact with eyes, body, and clothing.
- Wear protective clothing like gloves, goggles, boots, and face masks while handling or spraying herbicide.
- Do not spray on the foliage of crops.
Post-Spraying Precautions
- Wash contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water.
- If eyes are contaminated, rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes.
- Clean the equipment used for spraying with plenty of water after use.
First Aid Measures
Skin/Eye Contact
Wash contaminated skin and eyes with soap and water for 15 minutes.
If Swallowed or Inhaled
Induce vomiting by tickling the back of the throat. Repeat treatment until the fluid is clear.
Symptoms of Poisoning
Primary irritant of the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
Antidote
Give supportive and symptomatic treatment. There is no specific antidote.
Cautionary Statement
NOT TO BE USED ON CROPS OTHER THAN SPECIFIED.