Selective Herbicide

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Pretilachlor 37% EW

Pre-emergence weed control for transplanted rice

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Product Overview

Selective Pre-Emergence Weed Control

PRETILACHLOR 37% EW is a selective pre-emergence herbicide recommended for the control of grasses, sedges, and some broad leaf weeds in transplanted rice. It contains 37% of the active ingredient pretilachlor which is equal to 400 g per litre of the formulation.

Active Ingredient Pretilachlor 37%
Concentration 400 g/L
Formulation EW Emulsion
Category Pre-emergence Herbicide
Recommendation

Performance Matrix

Dosage specifications and target weed spectrum for transplanted rice applications.

Transplanted Rice

Target Weeds
Echinochloa colonum E. crusgalli Cyperus difformis C. iria Digitaria sanguinalis Frimbristylis miliacea Eclipta alba Ludwigia parviflora Monochoria vaginalis
AI Dosage 600–750 g/HA
AI Dosage 1500–1875 ml/HA
AI Dosage 500 Litres
AI Dosage 90 Days
Application Protocol

Operational Guidelines


Direction of Use

Application Method

Apply as pre-emergence spray between 0–5 days after transplanting using a knapsack sprayer fitted with flat fan nozzle. Avoid flooding the field up to 24 hours after application.

Timing

Time of Application

When used as per the recommendations, Pretilachlor 37% EW provides pre-emergence control of grasses, sedges and some broad leaf weeds in transplanted rice.

Resistance Management

Anti-Resistance Protocol

Repeated use of any herbicide with the same mode of action could lead to selection of resistant weeds. Integrate strategies available to manage such populations. For specific recommendations, please contact your local representative.

Applying spray in field

Safety & Handling

Critical safety information for operators and handlers. Review all protocols before product use.

  • Do not use cooking utensils for preparing the spray solution. Use a stick for stirring.
  • Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Avoid inhalation of fog and vapors.
  • Wear hand gloves, protective clothing, mask, goggles, and boots while handling.
  • Do not eat, drink, or smoke while applying the product.
  • Wash hands with soap and plenty of water and change clothes after the work is over.
  • Avoid contamination of air and water bodies. Wash contaminated clothes.

  • May cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract on prolonged exposure.
  • Move the affected person to fresh air immediately if inhaled.
  • In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
  • If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
  • Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

  • No specific antidote is known. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
  • In case of accidental ingestion, do not induce vomiting. Consult a physician immediately.
  • Carry the product label or container when seeking medical help.

Available Packings

5 LTR 1 LTR 500 ML 250 ML

Product Category

UK Crop Herbicides Swifter Super
SWIFTER SUPER Pretilachlor 37% EW