Metgrip

Metgrip is a herbicide containing Metsulfuron Methyl 20% WP. A highly active sulfonylurea herbicide used at very low rates to control broadleaf weeds in wheat and transplanted paddy, absorbed through both leaves and roots.

Technical Details

• Composition: Metsulfuron Methyl 20% WP
• Formulation: Wettable Powder (WP)
• Mode of action: ALS (acetolactate synthase) inhibitor; sulfonylurea

Features & Benefits

• Effective at extremely low use rates typical of sulfonylurea chemistry.
• Selective in wheat and transplanted paddy.
• Dual foliar and root uptake.
• Broad spectrum against common broadleaf weeds.

Dosage & Application

• Recommended crops: Wheat, Paddy (transplanted)
• Target weeds: Wheat: Chenopodium album, Anagallis arvensis, Cirsium arvense, Lathyrus aphaca, Melilotus indica, Vicia sativa. Paddy: Cyperus spp., Fimbristylis spp., Ludwigia parviflora, Marsilea quadrifolia, Sphenoclea spp.
• Dosage: Wheat: about 8 g/acre with a non-ionic surfactant · Paddy (transplanted): about 8 g/acre
• Application method: Post-emergence foliar spray with a non-ionic surfactant
• Always follow the crop, dose and timing given on the product label and leaflet.

Safety & Precautions

• Very low use rate makes spray drift onto neighbouring broadleaf crops or trees a particular hazard.
• Read the label and leaflet carefully before use, and follow the crop, dose and timing given there.
• Wear protective clothing, gloves, face mask and goggles while handling, mixing and applying.
• Do not eat, drink, smoke or chew while handling. Wash hands, face and exposed skin with soap and water after use.
• Do not spray against the wind or in strong wind. Avoid drift onto people, animals, other crops and water sources.
• Use a separate sprayer for herbicides, or clean the sprayer thoroughly after use.
• Do not contaminate ponds, wells, canals or other water sources with the product, its washings or empty containers.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store in the original, tightly closed container in a cool, dry, locked place, away from food, feed and fertilizers.
• Do not reuse empty containers. Dispose of them safely as directed on the label.
• Observe the waiting period between the last application and harvest stated on the label.
• In case of poisoning or suspected poisoning, stop work, move to fresh air, get medical help immediately and show the label or leaflet to the doctor.