Hitalaxyl - Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% WP - HPM
HPM Hitalaxyl is a systemic-and-contact fungicide containing Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% WP. HPM's published recommendations cover downy mildew in grapes and late blight in potato and tomato at crop-specific rates. Metalaxyl is FRAC Group 4 and Mancozeb is FRAC Group M03; use only as directed on the current Indian product label and follow its waiting-period and resistance-management instructions.
Item description
HPM Hitalaxyl Fungicide: Product Overview
HPM Hitalaxyl is a wettable-powder fungicide containing Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% WP. It combines a systemic phenylamide active ingredient with a multi-site contact protectant for label-approved management of important oomycete diseases.
HPM's published directions cover downy mildew in grapes and late blight in potato and tomato. Rates, spray-water volume and waiting period differ by crop, so the crop-specific table below should be followed together with the current product label.
Why Choose HPM Hitalaxyl?
- Systemic and contact activity: Metalaxyl is systemic, while Mancozeb remains a multi-site contact protectant.
- Crop-specific directions: HPM provides separate recommendations for grapes, potato and tomato rather than one universal dose.
- Resistance-aware combination: FRAC classifies Metalaxyl in Group 4, a high-resistance-risk group, and Mancozeb in multi-site Group M03. Follow the label's resistance-management directions and avoid repeated, unnecessary applications.
- Convenient pack choices: Available in 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g and 250 g packs on this page.
- Verified formulation: The composition, registration reference and crop directions below are based on HPM's published product information.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / Product | HPM Hitalaxyl |
| Active Ingredients | Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% |
| Formulation | Wettable Powder (WP) |
| Product Type | Systemic + contact fungicide |
| Chemical Groups | Phenylamide + dithiocarbamate |
| FRAC Groups | 4 (Metalaxyl) + M03 (Mancozeb) |
| Registration Reference | CIR-23,302/96/Metalaxyl + Mancozeb (WP)-70 |
| Available Packs | 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g and 250 g |
| Published Shelf Life | 2 years under the stated storage conditions |
How It Works: Mode of Action
- Metalaxyl — FRAC 4: A systemic phenylamide fungicide that interferes with nucleic-acid metabolism through RNA polymerase I. FRAC lists Group 4 as high resistance risk, with resistance and cross-resistance known in oomycetes.
- Mancozeb — FRAC M03: A multi-site dithiocarbamate contact fungicide that acts protectively on the treated plant surface.
- Resistance stewardship: Use only for the label-approved crop and disease, at the stated rate, and follow the label's limits and alternation guidance. Do not rely on repeated Group 4 applications.
Target Crops and Diseases
| Crop | Label-Approved Disease |
|---|---|
| Grapes | Downy mildew |
| Potato | Late blight |
| Tomato | Late blight |
Dosage and Application Guide
Use the crop-specific dose and water volume. Do not treat the calculated concentration as a universal per-litre rate.
| Crop | Disease | Product / Acre | Water / Acre | Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grapes | Downy mildew | 1000 g | 200 L | Not less than 7 weeks |
| Potato | Late blight | 1000 g | 400 L | Not less than 7 weeks |
| Tomato | Late blight | 800 g | 200 L | Not less than 7 weeks |
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Timing: Apply for the label-listed disease and crop according to the current label and local disease conditions.
- Mixing: Half-fill the spray tank with clean water, prepare a separate slurry of the measured wettable powder, add it while agitating, then add the remaining water. Follow the label if its directions differ.
- Coverage: Use calibrated equipment and the listed water volume to obtain thorough, even coverage without run-off.
- Resistance management: Avoid repeated solo reliance on FRAC Group 4. Follow the current label and qualified local advice for alternation or programme design.
- Tank mixes: Do not assume compatibility from general statements. Mix only when permitted by both current labels or advised by a qualified agronomist.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the composition of HPM Hitalaxyl?
It contains Metalaxyl 8% + Mancozeb 64% in a wettable-powder formulation.
2. Which crops and diseases are listed by HPM?
HPM lists downy mildew in grapes and late blight in potato and tomato. Do not extend use to an unlisted crop or disease without an approved label direction.
3. Is there one dose for every crop?
No. HPM publishes 1000 g/acre for grapes, 1000 g/acre for potato and 800 g/acre for tomato, with different water volumes.
4. What waiting period is published?
HPM lists a waiting period of not less than 7 weeks for the three recommendations shown above. Always confirm the current pack label before use.
5. Can Hitalaxyl be tank-mixed?
Use a tank mix only when both product labels permit it or a qualified agronomist confirms it. Never mix products solely because they are shown as recommendations.
Safety and Disclaimer
Agricultural use only. Read the current Indian product label before purchase and application. Wear the personal protective equipment stated on the label, prevent drift and contamination of water sources, keep away from children and animals, observe the crop-specific dose and waiting period, and dispose of empty packaging as directed. Product information on this page supports label reading and does not replace it.
Quick Facts
Watering
Twice a week
Sunlight
Indirect light
Humidity
High 60-80%
Temperature
18-27°C