Green Mix - Metsulfuron Methyl 10% + Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP - Insecticides (India) Ltd
IIL Green Mix contains Metsulfuron Methyl 10% + Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP for pre-emergence control of labelled weeds in transplanted paddy.
Item description
Insecticides (India) Limited Green Mix Metsulfuron Methyl 10% + Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP Paddy Herbicide
Green Mix is a pre-emergence paddy herbicide combining Metsulfuron Methyl 10% and Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP. Both active ingredients are sulfonylurea ALS inhibitors.
Use note: Use in transplanted paddy as a pre-emergence application at 3 days after transplanting. The current national table gives 20 g/ha in 300 L water/ha with a 90-day PHI; the physical Green Mix pack governs any brand-specific adjustment.
Key Product Benefits
- Pre-emergence control of the labelled sedge and broadleaf weed spectrum.
- Very low-dose combination of two ALS-inhibiting sulfonylurea herbicides.
- Current IIL page supports paddy use and an 8 g pack corresponding to the lower end of its stated 8-12 g guidance.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Insecticides (India) Limited |
| Active ingredients | Metsulfuron Methyl 10% + Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP |
| Type | Selective pre-emergence paddy herbicide |
| Mode of action | HRAC Group 2 - ALS inhibitors |
| Regulatory dose | 20 g/ha |
| Water | 300 L/ha |
| Timing | 3 days after transplanting |
| PHI | 90 days |
Mode of Action
Metsulfuron Methyl and Chlorimuron Ethyl inhibit acetolactate synthase (HRAC Group 2), stopping branched-chain amino-acid formation in susceptible weeds. Rotate groups and integrate field sanitation to manage resistance.
Registered Use
| Crop | Registered weed spectrum | Dose | Water | Timing | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transplanted paddy | Cyperus iria, C. difformis, Fimbristylis miliacea, Eclipta alba, Ludwigia parviflora, Cyanotis axillaris, Monochoria vaginalis and Marsilea quadrifoliata | 20 g/ha | 300 L/ha | Pre-emergence at 3 DAT | 90 days |
Application Guide
- Apply uniformly at 3 days after transplanting using the pack-specified equipment.
- Avoid overlap, drift and drainage of treated field water into natural water bodies.
- Use the exact sold-pack dose if it differs from the generic regulatory row and do not exceed the label.
Safety and Stewardship
- Wear label PPE and avoid inhaling WP dust.
- Use only in transplanted paddy at the labelled timing.
- Observe the 90-day PHI and the pack's re-entry and water-management instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Green Mix a single-active product?
No. It contains Metsulfuron Methyl 10% plus Chlorimuron Ethyl 10% WP.
When is it applied?
Pre-emergence at 3 days after transplanting according to the current national table.
What is the PHI?
90 days.
Safety and Disclaimer
Use only under the current Indian Green Mix label. It governs transplant stage, weed list, dose, water management, PHI, re-entry, PPE and local restrictions.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C