BENTAZONE

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action: Bentazone is a contact herbicide with selective action from the benzothiadiazinone group. It works by inhibiting Photosystem II activity, disrupting the photosynthesis process, and causing the destruction of weeds.

Application and Dosage

Pre-harvest Interval (PHI): No officially registered PHI has been recorded so far.

Application Method

1. Select and calibrate a suitable sprayer.
2. Dissolve the recommended amount of herbicide in a small quantity of water.
3. Add this solution to a calibrated sprayer tank that is half-filled with water.
4. While stirring, add the remaining required amount of water.
5. The sprayer’s agitator must remain active during mixing and spraying.

Precautions

• Avoid ingesting the herbicide, contaminating food and animal feed, skin and eye contact, and inhaling spray particles.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during spraying.
• Wear protective clothing, including work uniform, hat, goggles, mask, boots, and impermeable gloves.
• After spraying, wash hands, body, and clothes thoroughly.
• Do not reuse pesticide containers. Empty containers must be stored away from water sources and disposed of according to national environmental regulations.
• Transport of this pesticide must comply with international hazardous material regulations.

Storage Conditions

• Store Bentazone out of reach of children and animals, in its original packaging, in sealed storage facilities away from sunlight, moisture, and livestock.
• Storage temperature should be between 10°C and 35°C.
• Once the container seal is broken, the product’s shelf life decreases.
• Do not store the pesticide in aqueous solution form.

Poisoning Symptoms and First Aid

Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, and vision disturbances.

• If Bentazone comes into contact with skin or face, wash the affected area multiple times with soap and water.
• If poisoning symptoms occur, seek medical attention immediately and present the pesticide label to the doctor.

Environmental Toxicity

• This pesticide is dangerous to bees.
• Remove livestock and poultry from the treated area before application, and prevent grazing in freshly treated fields.
• Avoid contaminating drinking water, stagnant water, and groundwater with the pesticide or its solution.
• Do not wash spraying equipment near rivers or water sources.

Antidote

There is no specific antidote for Bentazone.