Chemical Composition :
Imazethapyr (Active ingredient) 70.00 % w/w
Sodium Alkyl Naphthalenesulfonate (Blend) 2.00 % w/w
Alkylated Naphthalene Sulfonate (Formaldehyde polymer salt) 5.00 % w/w
Kaolin Clay (Q.S., to make 100 % w/w) % w/w
Total : 100.000 % W/W
Key Characteristics:
- Classification: Selective, systemic, broad-spectrum herbicide
- Mode of Action: It belongs to the imidazolinone group and inhibits the acetolactate synthase (ALS) enzyme, which is vital for the synthesis of essential amino acids in plants.
- Activity: Provides both post-emergence contact and residual activity, meaning it kills existing weeds and those that emerge after the spray.
How It Works:
- Absorption: The herbicide is absorbed by the weeds' foliage and roots.
- Translocation: It is then translocated systemically throughout the plant via the xylem and phloem.
- Growth Inhibition: Imazethapyr accumulates in the plant's meristematic regions, inhibiting the ALS enzyme and stopping the production of branched-chain amino acids. This leads to the cessation of growth and eventual death of the weed.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Broad-Spectrum Control: Effectively controls a wide range of annual and perennial grass and broadleaf weeds.
- Selective Action: It is selective, meaning it effectively controls weeds without significantly harming desirable crops like soybean.
- Long-Lasting Control: Provides residual control, offering long-duration weed management.
- Cost-Effective: Has a very low use rate, making it an economical choice for weed management.
- Good Rainfastness: Offers good resistance to rain after an hour of application.
Important Considerations:
- Crop Specificity: Primarily recommended for use in crops such as soybean and other pulses.
- Application Timing: Applied as an early post-emergence herbicide.
- Safety: Always refer to the specific product label for recommended dosage, safety precautions, and directions for use.