What is the use of paraquat dichloride?
Paraquat dichloride, commonly referred to as “paraquat,” is one of the most widely used herbicides in the United States. Paraquat is also often referred to as Gramoxone (a popular end-use product). It is an important tool for the control of weeds in many agricultural and non-agricultural settings.
What happens when you drink paraquat?
Even ingesting small to medium amounts of paraquat can lead to fatal poisoning. Within several weeks to several days after ingesting a small amount, the person may experience lung scarring and the failure of multiple organs. This includes heart failure, respiratory failure, kidney failure, and liver failure.
Is paraquat the same as Roundup?
Is Paraquat in Roundup? No, paraquat is not the active ingredient found in Roundup. The makers of herbicides containing paraquat are facing lawsuits over the link between the toxic chemical and Parkinson’s Disease.
How do you mix paraquat herbicide?
Mix the required amount of PARAQUAT SL with clean water in a spray tank. Add non-ionic wetting agent for best results at three times the rate advised on the label for fungicides. Apply by ground sprayer in 200 to 500 ℓ water. Use a high volume and high dosage rate for spraying dense weed growth.
Who uses paraquat?
Paraquat is one of the most widely used herbicides in the US for the control of weeds in many agricultural and non-agricultural settings and is also used as a defoliant on crops, such as cotton, prior to harvest. Paraquat is a safe and effective herbicide when used as directed on the label.
How long does paraquat take to work?
With fast-acting results in as little as 48 hours, Gramoxone® SL 2.0 delivers convenient, flexible and dependable burndown of emerged grass and broadleaf weeds.
How much does paraquat cost?
Tables
| Herbicide Trade Name | Herbicide Common Name | Approximate Cost/Unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Outlook | dimethenamid | 115/gal |
| Outrider | sulfosulfuron | 15/oz |
| Overdrive | dicamba + diflufenzopyr | 45/lb |
| Paraquat 3L | paraquat | 20/gal |
What is the brand name of paraquat?
Gramoxone
While the most common brand name of paraquat in the United States is Gramoxone, a product that is manufactured by Syngenta, there are numerous other brand names under which you can find this herbicide.
Can you mix different herbicides?
This means that, as long as it is not prohibited on the label, you can mix various registered labeled herbicides for weed control in a particular crop. However, there are a few things you should be aware of: follow the proper order for tank mixing (see Purdue Extension Publication: “Avoid Tank Mixing Errors”).
What is another name for paraquat?
Paraquat is commonly sold under the trade name Gramoxone, but the herbicide is also sold under many different names, such as: Parazone. Para-Shot 3.0. Quick-Quat.