Overview
Copper-K is a 47% wettable powder fungicide containing Copper Oxychloride 45% and Kasugamycin 2%. The supplied Nepalese label classifies it as a contact fungicide and specifies medium toxicity.
The product is labeled for soft rot management in broccoli and canker management in citrus fruits. Application is by spraying, with crop-specific product rates, spray-water volumes and a 21-day pre-harvest interval stated on the label.
Key Features
- 47% total active ingredient content
- Copper Oxychloride 45% + Kasugamycin 2% combination
- Wettable Powder (WP) formulation
- Contact fungicide formulation
- Labeled for soft rot in broccoli
- Labeled for canker in citrus fruits
- Spray application
- Medium toxicity classification as indicated on the supplied label
Product Benefits
- Combines copper oxychloride and kasugamycin in a single fungicide formulation
- Provides label-defined disease management for broccoli and citrus
- Offers crop-specific application rates and spray-water volumes
- Suitable for application at the early stage of disease according to the label
- Provides a clearly specified 21-day pre-harvest interval
Target Pests & Diseases Controlled
| Pest / Disease | Scientific Name | Crop |
|---|---|---|
| Soft rot | Pectobacterium carotovorum | Broccoli |
| Canker | Xanthomonas citri pv. citri | Citrus |
Recommended Crops
Application & Dosage Guide
Pesticide is poisonous and is not medicine. Read and follow the registered product label before use. Wear appropriate protective equipment during handling, mixing and spraying, and avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke during application. Keep the product away from children, food, feed and household materials. Avoid contamination of water bodies and follow applicable pesticide regulations. Do not use in strongly alkaline mixtures. Wash exposed areas thoroughly after handling and seek medical attention if significant exposure or adverse symptoms occur.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper-K fungicide?
Copper-K is a 47% WP fungicide containing Copper Oxychloride 45% and Kasugamycin 2%, approved for disease management in broccoli and citrus.
What are the active ingredients in Copper-K?
Copper-K contains Copper Oxychloride 45% and Kasugamycin 2%.
What formulation is Copper-K?
Copper-K is formulated as a wettable powder (WP).
Which crops is Copper-K approved for?
Copper-K is approved for use on broccoli and citrus fruits.
Which diseases is Copper-K approved to control?
Copper-K is approved for soft rot in broccoli and canker in citrus fruits.
What is the recommended dose of Copper-K for broccoli?
The recommended dose for broccoli is 1200–1500 g/ha with 1500 L of spray water per hectare.
What is the recommended dose of Copper-K for citrus?
The recommended dose for citrus is 7050–11250 g/ha with 1800 L of spray water per hectare.
What is the scientific name of citrus canker?
The scientific name of citrus canker is Xanthomonas citri pv. citri.
What is the scientific name of bacterial soft rot?
The scientific name of bacterial soft rot is Pectobacterium carotovorum.
When should Copper-K be applied?
Copper-K should be applied at the initial stage of disease development.
What is the pre-harvest interval for Copper-K?
The recommended pre-harvest interval is 21 days for the approved crops.
How is Copper-K applied?
Copper-K is applied by spraying at the recommended dose and spray-water volume for each approved crop.