MANCOZEB

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action: Mancozeb is a protective, non-systemic fungicide from the dithiocarbamate group. This fungicide prevents spore germination and stops pathogens from penetrating the plant.

Application and Dosage

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

Application Management

• Prohibited for use on vegetables and cucurbits (Decision of the Pesticide Supervision Board, 1997).

Application Method

1. Select and calibrate a suitable sprayer.
2. Dissolve the recommended amount of fungicide 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 ingestion, contamination of food and feed, skin and eye contact, and inhalation of spray particles.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during spraying.
• Wear protective clothing, including a 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

• Keep Mancozeb out of reach of children and animals, in its original packaging, inside a sealed storage facility 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 eye irritation.

• If the pesticide 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

• Mancozeb is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms.
• Keep livestock and poultry away from treated areas 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

Atropine sulfate should be administered under medical supervision.