IS 8707:2013
MANCOZEB, TECHNICAL-SPECIFICATION
summary
Mancozeb Technical is a broad-spectrum fungicide in technical grade form used for manufacturing formulated agricultural products. It belongs to the dithiocarbamate group and is widely applied to control fungal diseases in crops like fruits, vegetables, and cereals, protecting plants from leaf spots, blights, and rust infections.
Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for MANCOZEB, TECHNICAL-SPECIFICATION
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure Mancozeb Technical meets prescribed purity, composition, and safety requirements. As it directly impacts crop safety and environmental health, certification ensures controlled impurity levels, proper manufacturing practices, and compliance with Indian regulatory standards, preventing distribution of substandard or harmful agrochemical products.
What is BIS Certified for MANCOZEB, TECHNICAL-SPECIFICATION
The BIS certified specification defines requirements for Mancozeb Technical including active ingredient content, moisture limits, impurity levels, storage stability, sampling procedures, and testing methods. It ensures the product meets Indian Standards for quality, safety, effectiveness, and suitability for formulation into agricultural fungicide products.
Test required for MANCOZEB, TECHNICAL-SPECIFICATION
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Description | Required |
| Mancozeb content | Required |
| Zinc content of Mancozeb content | Required |
| Manganese content of Mancozeb content | Required |
| Ethylene thiourea content | Required |
Benefits of BIS Certification for MANCOZEB, TECHNICAL-SPECIFICATION
1. Assured Product Purity
BIS certification ensures the technical grade Mancozeb meets defined purity and composition standards, reducing risks of ineffective crop protection or harmful residues.
2. Regulatory Compliance
Certified products comply with Indian agricultural and chemical regulations, allowing legal manufacture, import, and sale in the domestic market.
3. Environmental and Crop Safety
BIS standards control impurity and hazardous substance levels, minimizing environmental impact and protecting soil, water, and crop quality.
4. Consistent Manufacturing Quality
Certification enforces standardized production processes, testing, and quality checks, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and reliable performance.
5. Market Credibility and Acceptance
BIS-marked Mancozeb Technical gains higher trust among formulators, distributors, and farmers, improving brand reputation and competitive positioning in the agrochemical sector.