DESC:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an ternary herbicidal compositions comprising of first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin, formulation thereof and to a method of controlling undesired vegetation in economically important crops.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Weeds and other unwanted vegetation inhibiting crop growth is a constantly recurring problem in agriculture. Therefore, the control of weeds or unwanted plants is economically important for the crop productivity. Researchers in the field of agro-chemistry have produced an extensive variety of chemicals having different mode of action for the control of such weeds or unwanted plants. Among these the 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD)-inhibiting herbicides represents one of the latest discoveries of a new herbicide mode of action that was introduced in the late 1990s, among these the first one was sulcotrione introduced in 1991, further mesotrione was introduced in 2002, topramezone was introduced in 2006 and the tembotrione was introduced in 2007. The HPPD-inhibiting herbicides are mainly used to control annual grass and broadleaf weeds in maize, sugar cane and few other crops. Since HPPD-inhibitor herbicides have been in use for more than two decades, the development of resistance in weeds is now observed in HPPD-inhibitor. This necessitates to develop the new HPPD inhibiting herbicides, however, the development cost of new active ingredients is very high, the development cycle is long, and there is always no speed at which the weeds generate resistance. In an alternative approach compounding a various herbicides with different modes of action can solve the resistance problems, additionally control effect can be improved, the herbicidal range is expanded, the lasting time is delayed, the dosage of effective components is reduced, the treatment cost is reduced, the environmental pollution is reduced.
There are various HPPD inhibiting herbicides compounded with other herbicides having different mode of action are commercially available and are important to control unwanted weeds/resistant weeds in the agri field however extending the scope of existing combination for controlling wide variety of weeds apart from reducing the dose of formulation and cost of treatment and increasing the yield of crops to cope up the challenges of ever increasing human population compels to develop further novel combinations.

However owing to the large number of possible influencing factors, there is virtually no individual active compound and combinations which has all the desired properties for different requirements, in particular with respect to the species of harmful plants and the climatic zones. Furthermore, there is the permanent objective to achieve the desired effect using more and more reduced herbicide application rates. A lower application rate reduces not only the amount of active compound required for the application, but generally also reduces the amount of formulation auxiliaries required. Both reduce the economic expense and improve ecological compatibility of the herbicide treatment. Further, when two or more active compounds are applied in combination, it is not uncommon for phenomena of physical and biological incompatibility to occur, for example insufficient stability of a joint formulation, decomposition of an active compound or antagonism of the active compounds. What is desired are, in contrast, active compound combinations having a favorable activity profile, high stability and enhanced activity, thus permitting the application rate to be reduced, compared with the individual application of the active compounds to be combined. Therefore, there is still a need for a combinations of carefully selected herbicide compounds, which can meet the above said requirements.
As a solution to the above mentioned problems, the inventors of the present invention surprisingly found that ternary herbicidal compositions comprising of first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2,4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2,4-D or its salts, Metribuzin, provides effective control of wide range of weeds/resistant weeds or undesired plants in low dose rate, is highly stable, non-phytotoxic and cost effective.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
Accordingly, the present invention provides a ternary herbicidal compositions comprising first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and agriculturally acceptable excipient(s).

In one aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2,4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
b) first herbicide A, Sulcotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
c) first herbicide A, Tembotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2,4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2,4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
d) first herbicide A, Topramezone and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
In one other aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1-25% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 0.1-6% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 5-35% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 5-40% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w.

In one another aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.3-1.9% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 5.3-16% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-4% w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 1.4-4% w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-2.4% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 8-24% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 13.3-25% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.5-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1.6-20% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 10-20% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 8-28.5% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.7-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 6-20% w/w.

In another aspect, the present invention provides a process of preparation of the ternary herbicidal compositions comprising first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and agriculturally acceptable excipient(s).
In an aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention is formulated as Capsule suspension (CS), Dispersible concentrate (DC), Dustable powder (DP), Emulsion water-in-oil (EO), Emulsifiable powder (EP), Micro-emulsion (ME), Oil-dispersion (OD), Oil miscible flowable concentrate (OF), Oil miscible liquid (OL), Oil dispersible powder (OP), Suspension concentrate (SC), Suspension concentrate for direct application (SD), Suspo-emulsion (SE), Water soluble granule (SG), Soluble concentrate (SL), Water soluble powder (SP), Water dispersible granules (WDG/WG), Wettable powder (WP), a mixed formulation of CS and SC (ZC) or a mixed formulation of CS and SE (ZE), preferably Wettable powder (WP) and Suspension concentrate (SC).
In another aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises one or more agriculturally acceptable excipients selected from the group comprising of dispersing agent(s), wetting agent(s), dispersing cum wetting agent(s), safener(s), defoaming agent(s) / defoamer(s) / antifoaming agent(s) / antifoamer(s), anti-freeze agent(s), biocide(s)/preservative(s), pH stabilisers(s), viscosity modifier(s)/ rheology modifier(s)/ thickener (s), anti-caking agent(s), filler(s) and diluent(s) or a combination thereof and other excipients as will be required in a particular type of formulation.

In another aspect, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises,
a) the dispersing agent is selected from the group comprising sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde, sodium lignosulphonate salt, sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid, mixture of salt of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant, sodium polycarboxylate, polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate ester, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate amine salt, secondary alcohol ethoxylated or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-15% w/w,
b) the wetting agent is selected from the group comprising sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, alkyl napthalene sulphonate, sodium alkyl dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend, sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, sodium butyl naphthalene sulfonate, a copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide, polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant, ethoxylated isodecyl alcohol, sodium dioctyl sulphosuccinate or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-5% w/w;
c) the dispersing cum wetting agent is selected from the group comprising proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 1-8% w/w;
d) the safener is selected from the group comprising isoxadifen-ethyl, mefenpyr-diethyl and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w;
e) the anti-caking agent is selected from the group comprising precipitated silica, organic bentonite, polyolefin particles and fumed silica and present in an amount in the range from 1 to 7% w/w;
f) the defoamer is selected from the group comprising silicon antifoam, silicon powder antifoam, polydimethylsiloxane antifoam emulsion and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w;
g) the biocide/preservative is selected from the group comprising 20% aqueous dipropylene glycol solution of 1, 2- benzisothiazolin-3-one (commonly known as benzisothiazolin-3-one), formaldehyde, potassium sorbate, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid esters, 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, 5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w.
h) the anti-freeze agent is selected from the group comprising glycerol, propylene glycol, diethylene glycol, monoethylene glycol or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 1 to 10% w/w;
i) the thickener is selected from the group comprising xanthan gum, welan gum, guar gum, polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethylcellulose, polyvinylpyrrolidone, carboxyvinyl polymer, acrylic polymer, starch derivative, polysaccharide, high purity silica, white carbon or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-10% w/w;
j) the pH stabilizer is citric acid and present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w;
k) the filler is selected from the group comprising silica, sodium bicarbonate, china clay, lactose, bentonite clay, kaolin, diatomaceous earth or a combination thereof and present in an amount quantity sufficient, provided when filler combinations are used then first filler is present in an amount in the range from 1-10% w/w and second filler is present in an amount quantity sufficient; and
l) the diluent is demineralised water and present in an amount quantity sufficient.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The definitions provided herein for the terminologies used in the present disclosure are for illustrative purpose only and in no manner limit the scope of the present invention disclosed in the present disclosure.
Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art to which the invention pertains. Although other methods and materials similar, or equivalent, to those described herein can be used in the practice of the present invention, the preferred materials and methods are described herein.
It is to be noted that, as used in the specification and the appended claims, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, reference to a composition containing “a compound” includes a mixture of two or more compounds. It should also be noted that the term “or” is generally employed in its sense including “and/or” unless the content clearly dictates otherwise.
As used herein, the terms "comprises", "comprising", "includes", "including", “has”, “having”, “contains”, “containing”, “characterized by” or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, subject to any limitation explicitly indicated. For example, a composition, mixture, process or a method that comprises a list of elements is not necessarily limited to only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such composition, mixture, process or method.
The transitional phrase “consisting of” excludes any element, step or ingredient not specified. If in the claim, such would close the claim to the inclusion of materials other than those recited except for impurities ordinarily associated therewith. When the phrase “consisting of” appears in a clause of the body of a claim, rather than immediately following the preamble, it limits only the element set forth in that clause; other elements are not excluded from the claim as a whole.
As used herein, the terms “composition” or "formulation" can be used interchangeably, unless stated otherwise, is meant to encompass, and are not limited to, compositions or formulations containing the combination of first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts or Metribuzin.
As used herein, the term “agriculturally acceptable excipient (s)” refers to inert substances and are auxiliary substances added to the processing or use of herbicide preparations and used to improve the physical and chemical properties of formulations. The auxiliaries themselves are essentially free of biological activity, but can affect the control effect.
The expression of various quantities in terms of “% w/w” or “%” means the percentage by weight, relative to the weight of the total solute on or compositions unless otherwise specified.
The term “active ingredient” (a.i.) or “active agent” used herein refers to that component of the compositions responsible for control of weeds or undesired plants.
As used herein, the term "effective amount" means the amount of the active substances in the compositions to achieve an observable effect on growth, including the effects of necrosis, death, retardation, prevention, and removal, destruction, or otherwise diminishing the occurrence and activity of the target weeds. An effective amount of the compositions will also vary according to the prevailing conditions such as desired herbicidal effect and duration, weather, target species, mode of application, and the like.
As used herein, the term “herbicide”, refers to any chemical substance used to destroy/kill, delay, reduce, inhibit or otherwise adversely affect the growth of plants, especially weeds.
As used herein, the HPPD class of herbicides are a group of herbicides of p-hydroxyphenyl pyruvate dioxygenase inhibitors which ultimately affects carotenoid biosynthesis. Among many known HPPD herbicides few names are sulcotrione, mesotrione, tembotrione and topramezone. HPPD class of herbicides can be used both pre-and/or post emergence effective control of variety of weeds. Although in practice HPPD class of herbicides is not effective as much on grasses as they are effective on broad leaved weeds.
In the context of present invention it is preferred that the combinations of HPPD inhibiting herbicides used in the post emergence applications which are prepared using sulcotrione, mesotrione, tembotrione and topramezone, however if used as a pre emergence treatment, spray were done at 0-3 days after sowing, and as a post emergence treatment, spray were done when the weeds reached 2-5 leaf stage.
As used herein, for the avoidance of doubt the term HPPD inhibiting herbicide should be taken to include agrochemically acceptable salts, derivatives or any other modified forms. The other herbicides used in the present invention encompasses its agrochemically acceptable salt(s), acid(s), ester(s), derivative(s) or any other modified forms if available for that herbicide compounds for example 2,4- D is selected from 2,4-D-ammonium, 2,4-D butotyl, 2,4-D-2-butoxypropyl, 2,4-D-3-butoxypropyl, 2,4-D-butyl, 2,4- D-choline, 2,4-D-diethylammonium, 2,4-D-dimethylammonium, 2,4-D diolamine, 2,4-D-dodecylammonium, 2,4-D-ethyl, 2,4-D-2-ethylhexyl, 2,4-D-heptylammonium, 2,4-D-isobutyl, 2,4-D-isoctyl, 2,4-D-isopropyl, 2,4-D-isopropylammonium, 2,4-D-sodium, 2,4-D-lithium, 2,4-D-meptyl, 2,4-D-methyl, 2,4-D-octyl, 2,4-D-pentyl, 2,4-D-propyl, 2,4-D-tefuryl, 2,4- D-tetradecylammonium, 2,4-D-triisopropanolammonium, 2,4-Dtriethylammonium, and 2,4-D-tris(2-hydroxypropyl)ammonium, 2,4-D trolamine, clacyfos.
As used herein, the “Halosulfuron-methyl” belongs to the group of ALS or AHAS inhibitors. It is branched chain amino acid inhibitors and inhibit biosynthesis of the essential amino acid valine and isoleucine, hence stopping cell division and plant growth. It is used for pre and post emergence control of sedges and few other weeds mainly in sugarcane and maize crop.
As used herein, the “Sulfentrazone” belongs to the group of protophyrinogen oxidase inhibitors. It is used for pre-plant incorporated/pre-emergence and also post emergence control of annual broad-leaved weeds, some grass weeds and sedges in soybeans and sugarcane.
As used herein, the “Atrazine” and “Ametryn” belongs to the group of triazines herbicides whereas “Metribuzin” belongs to the group of triazinones herbicides. All the three herbicides belongs to class of Inhibition of photosynthesis at photosystem II - D1 Serine 264 binders (and other non-histidine binders) (PS II Serine 264 inhibitors). All the three “Atrazine”, “Ametryn” and “Metribuzin” are used for control of annual broad leaves and grass weeds in sugarcane. Atrazine mainly used to control broad leaved weeds and grasses in maize crops since it is a mild herbicides compared to Ametryn and Metribuzin and highly safe for maize.
As used herein, the “2, 4-D” (2, 4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid) belongs to the group of phenoxy family of herbicides and class of disruptors of plant cell growth (Auxin mimics). It is used to control broad leaved weeds in cereals crops and widely used in sugarcane to control perennial weeds.
In an embodiment, the present invention provides a ternary herbicidal compositions comprising of first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and agriculturally acceptable excipient(s).

In an embodiment, the present invention provides a ternary herbicidal compositions comprising,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
b) first herbicide A, Sulcotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
c) first herbicide A, Tembotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
d) first herbicide A, Topramezone and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
In an embodiment, the present invention provides a ternary herbicidal compositions comprising,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1-25% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 0.1-6% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 5-35% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 5-40% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w.

In another embodiment, the present invention provides a ternary herbicidal compositions comprising,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.3-1.9% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 5.3-16% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-4% w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 1.4-4% w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-2.4% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 8-24% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 13.3-25% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.5-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1.6-20% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 10-20% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 8-28.5% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.7-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 6-20% w/w.
In one embodiment, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention is formulated as Capsule suspension (CS), Dispersible concentrate (DC), Dustable powder (DP), Emulsion water-in-oil (EO), Emulsifiable powder (EP), Micro-emulsion (ME), Oil-dispersion (OD), Oil miscible flowable concentrate (OF), Oil miscible liquid (OL), Oil dispersible powder (OP), Suspension concentrate (SC), Suspension concentrate for direct application (SD), Suspo-emulsion (SE), Water soluble granule (SG), Soluble concentrate (SL), Water soluble powder (SP), Water dispersible granules (WDG/WG), Wettable powder (WP), a mixed formulation of CS and SC (ZC) or a mixed formulation of CS and SE (ZE), preferably Wettable powder (WP) and Suspension concentrate (SC).
In another embodiment, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprises one or more agriculturally acceptable excipients selected from the group comprising of dispersing agent(s), wetting agent(s), dispersing cum wetting agent(s), safener(s), defoaming agent(s) / defoamer(s) / antifoaming agent(s) / antifoamer(s), anti-freeze agent(s), biocide(s)/preservative(s), stabilisers(s), viscosity modifier(s)/ rheology modifier(s)/ thickener (s), anti-caking agent(s), filler(s) and diluent(s) or a combination thereof and other excipients as will be required in a particular type of formulation.
The composition of present invention uses dispersing agents to prevent agglomeration of solid particles and keep them suspended in fluid. Non-limiting examples of dispersing agent that can be used in the present invention include, but not limited to sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde, sodium lignosulphonate salt, sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid, mixture of salt of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant, sodium polycarboxylate, polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate ester, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate amine salt, secondary alcohol ethoxylated, sulfonated kraft lignin polymer, amine salt of phosphate tristyryl phenol ethoxylated, acrylic copolymer, graft copolymer, phosphate ester, alcohol block copolymer, tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester. One or more dispersing agents may be used in the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention. The dispersing agent is present in an amount in the range from 0.1-15% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses wetting agent to facilitate the process of dispersion of the granules in the liquid. Non-limiting examples of wetting agents that can be used in the present invention include, but not limited to, sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, alkyl napthalene sulphonate, sodium alkyl dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium dioctyl sulphosuccinate sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend, sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, sodium butyl naphthalene sulfonate, a copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide, polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant, ethoxylated isodecyl alcohol, sodium dioctyl sulphosuccinate, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate ester, non-ionic ethoxylate, castor oil ethoxylated. One or more wetting agents may be used in the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention. The wetting agents is present in an amount in the range from 0.1-5% w/w.
The composition of present invention also uses dispersing cum wetting agent. Non-limiting examples of dispersing cum wetting agent that can be used in the present invention include, but not limited to, proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant, highly sulfonation and low molecular weight kraft lignin polymer, sodium salt of aromatic ring surfactant, ammonium salt of aromatic ring surfactant, sodium salt of naphthalene sulphonic acid condensation, proprietary blend of anionic surfactant, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester. One or more dispersing cum wetting agent may be used in the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention. Dispersing cum wetting agent is present in an amount in the range from 1-8% w/w. Use of dispersing cum wetting agent not only reduce a total cost of formulation but also lower a chemical burden on environment.
A safener is to be understood as meaning a compound which eliminates or reduces the phytotoxic properties of herbicide in respect to useful plants, without substantially reducing the herbicidal activity against harmful plants. Non limiting examples of safeners that can be employed in present invention are mefenpyr, mefenpyr-diethyl, AD67, benoxacor, cloquintocet-mexyl, cyometrinil, cyprosulfamide, dichlormid, dicyclonon, dietholate, fenchlorazole, fenchlorazole-ethyl, fenclorim, flurazole, fluxofenim, furilazole, isoxadifen-ethyl, mephenate, metcamifen, naphthalic anhydride, oroxabetrinil, 4-(dichloroacetyl)-1-oxa-4- azaspiro[4.5]decane and 2,2,5-trimethyl-3- (dichloroacetyl)-1,3-oxazolidine or a combination thereof and is present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses anti-caking agent. Suitable anti-caking agent is selected from the group comprising precipitated silica, organic bentonite, polyolefin particles and fumed silica and present in an amount in the range from 1 to 7% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses antifoaming/defoaming agent. Suitable defoamer used herein, but not limited to, polydimethylsiloxane antifoam emulsion, silicon emulsion, polysiloxane emulsion, silicon powder antifoam, organic fluorine compounds or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses biocide/preservatives to prevent the composition from spoilage due to bacteria, yeasts and fungi. Suitable biocide/preservative used herein, but not limited to 20% aqueous dipropylene glycol solution of 1, 2- benzisothiazolin-3-one, (commonly known as benzisothiazolin-3-one), formaldehyde, potassium sorbate, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid esters, 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, 5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w.
The compositions of present invention uses anti-freeze agent which are used to prevent deleterious effects due to freezing and lyophilization (lyophilisation). Suitable anti-freeze agent used herein, but not limited to glycerol, propylene glycol, diethylene glycol, monoethylene glycol or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 1 to 10% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses thickener. Suitable thickener used herein, but not limited water-soluble polymer and inorganic fine powder, wherein water-soluble polymer selected from xanthan gum, polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethylcellulose, polyvinylpyrrolidone, carboxyvinyl polymer, acrylic polymer, starch derivative or polysaccharide; or an inorganic fine powder selected from high purity silica, bentonite, white carbon or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 1-10 % w/w.
The composition of present invention uses pH stabilizer which is citric acid and present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w.
The composition of present invention uses filler. Suitable filler that may be used in the composition of the present invention include, but not limited to, silica, sodium bicarbonate, china clay, lactose, bentonite clay, kaolin, diatomaceous earth or a combination thereof and present in an amount quantity sufficient, provided when filler combinations are used then first filler is present in an amount in the range from 1-10% w/w and second filler is present in an amount quantity sufficient to make 100%w/w formulation; and
The composition of present invention uses diluents. Suitable diluents that may be used in the composition of the present invention is demineralised water and present in an amount quantity sufficient.
The inventors of present invention have surprisingly found that the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention showed enhances bio-efficacy on weeds flora over existing compositions.
In another embodiment, the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention are effective in the management of pre-emergent/post-emergent, monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous weeds especially grasses such as Dactyloctenium aegyptium, Echinocloa spp., Brachiaria spp., Setaria virdis, Setaria italica, Dinebra retroflexa, Digitaria sanguinalis, Elusine indica, Rottboellia Cochinchiensis; broad leaved weeds such as Trianthama portulacastum, Alternenthera spp., Boerhaavia diffusa, Portulaca oleracea, Commelina benghalensis, Parthenium hysterophorus, Amaranthus viridis, Cleome viscosa, Digera arvensis, Amaranthus spinosus, dhatura metel, Celosia argentea, Commelina communis, Ageratum conyzoides, Cyanotis axillaris, Digera arvensis, Euphorbia geniculate, Euphorbia hirta, Phyllanthus niruri., Physalis spp., Chenopodium album, Ipomea spp.; sedges such as Cyperus spps.

In an embodiment, the present invention provides a process of preparation of the ternary herbicidal compositions comprising first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B, which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C, which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and agriculturally acceptable excipient(s).

In an embodiment, the present invention provides a process for the preparation of a SC formulations which comprises: a) diluting and solubilizing a biocide, defoamer and antifreeze agent, if required stabilizer in demineralised water in a mixing vessel and adding dispersing and wetting agent under stirring to get homogeneous mixture; b) adding active ingredients one by one under stirring and mixing till homogeneous slurry obtained; c) wet grinding at suitable temperature till desired particle size obtained, and d) adding previously prepared viscosity modifier solution and stirring to obtain SC formulation.
In an embodiment, the present invention provides a process for the preparation of a WP formulation which comprises: a) weighing and mixing of required active ingredients and other ingredients; b) milling in a suitable air jet mill; c) grinding the material to obtain desired particle size (D90- <10 micron) and d) mixing homogeneously in a blender to obtain the wettable powder formulation.
The composition of the present invention can be applied by spraying using flat-fan or flood-jet nozzles.
In an embodiment of the present invention, it is observed that HPPD inhibitors herbicide only effective to control few grasses and broad leaved weeds, these do not have beneficial effect on sedges, however as known to agro community sedges are a biggest problem in sugarcane field and needs to be controlled very effectively. At present Halosulfuron-methyl is widely used to control sedges in sugarcane fields, however its continuous use as a solo product not providing satisfactory results against sedges especially resistance is observed against cyperus difformis, further too it provides no control on grasses and broad leaved weeds. The occurrence of grasses and broad leaved weeds along with sedges cannot be overruled in sugarcane filed and in this case farmers have to use other herbicides (as tank mixes) which gives them extra cost burden. Sulfentrazone also effective to control mainly broad leaved weeds and sedges but not for grasses in sugarcane. Atrazine, Metribuzin and Ametryn are abundantly used to control grasses and broad leaved weeds. Literature/farmer practice also suggest to use an HPPD-inhibitor herbicides with a photosystem II (PS II) inhibitors viz., Atrazin, Ametryn, Metribuzin to increase efficacy and weed control spectrum, however Atrazine worked on grasses and broad leaved weeds in moderate efficiency. Further Metribuzin is not able to control few species of broad leaved weeds viz, Ipomea spp., Commelina communis, Euphorbia geniculate and Rottboellia Cochinchiensis, which limit its solo use. 2, 4-D Sodium also used to control grasses and broad leaved weeds but as a solo compound its efficiency is not good hence it is always used with other herbicide compounds. In quest of finding the highly effective combinations which can have excellent effect on grasses, broad leaved weeds and on sedges, ternary combinations of present invention are prepared by keeping the first herbicide A, HPPD inhibitors herbicides mandatory and keeping the Atrazine, 2, 4-D Sodium, Metribuzin in the category of second herbicide B as well as in list of third herbicide C to have wide opportunity for selection of other active ingredients to make ternary combinations. Further Atrazine, 2, 4-D Sodium, Metribuzin represents the old category of herbicides known to farmers as well as these are not expensive hence aims to prepare the combinations of using the new generation of herbicides, which are little bit expensive but having good control on wide array of weeds from resistance point of view and selecting the old generation of active ingredients which are comparatively less expensive but facing resistance issue as well as blame of overusing. The combinations of present invention as illustrated in tables 122-160 proved very effective and fulfills the demand of having broad spectrum herbicides which are cost effective to farming community.
The bio-efficacy of ternary herbicidal combinations of present invention is evaluated by calculating % WCE (weed control efficiency) as given in bio-efficacy section. For the ease of understanding the bio-efficacy effect of an herbicidal composition in weed technology is measured by following rating scale [Ref: Canadian Weed Science Society. 2018. Description of 0-100 rating scale for herbicide efficacy and crop phytotoxicity [Online] Available: https://weedscience.ca/cwss-visual-ratings-scale/ [2018 Jan. 15]
Rating Excellent Good Below expectation/suppression Not acceptable
Efficacy % Above 91% 80-90% 60-79% Below 60%

In an embodiment of the present invention, it has been observed, in a general trend, wherein specific combination is self-explanatory from table 122-160, that on sedges all the tested HPPD inhibitors in a solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 10-25, Halosulfuron-methyl solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 40-50 and Sulfentrazone solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 40-50. On broad leaved weeds Atrazine solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 14-45, Ametryn solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 30-60, Metribuzin solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 30-65, 2, 4-D Sodium solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 25-65, Sulfentrazone solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 35-65, HPPD inhibitors in a solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 35-66. Trend for grass weeds also observed in same line as Atrazine solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 14-32, Ametryn solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 20-60, Metribuzin solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 25-50, 2, 4-D Sodium solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 40-62, Sulfentrazone solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 10-40, HPPD inhibitors in a solo formulation shows % efficacy ranging from 10-64.

All these solo formulations when compared with ternary formulation for example Mesotrione/Sulcotrione/Tembotrione/ + Atrazine + Ametryn, % efficacy are excellent on grasses, broad leaved weeds as well as on sedges, (referring table 122-124). It can also be seen that with invented ternary combinations increase in % yield are also excellent when compared with untreated and solo/binary treatments. The ternary herbicidal combinations of HPPD inhibitors with Halosulfuron-methyl and one of Metribuzin or Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, also proved broad spectrum (referring table 125, 126, 131-133). The ternary herbicidal combinations of HPPD inhibitors with Sulfentrazone and one of 2, 4-D Sodium or Atrazine or Ametryn also proved broad spectrum (referring table 139-145, table 158-160). The ternary herbicidal combinations of HPPD inhibitors with while selecting two herbicides from somewhat older herbicides category such as Metribuzin or Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium also proved broad spectrum (referring table 122-124, table 127-130, table 134-138, table 150-157).

The yield was significantly higher when the plots were treated with the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention as described in table 122-160 as compared to the respective reference products viz. solo and binary compositions. The ternary herbicidal composition of the present invention gave good control of weeds along with significant increase in yield and better economics to farmers as compared to the reference products.

As observed in preceding paras by using the invented ternary herbicide combination the range of action of the individual active ingredients broadens in three aspects: 1) firstly, the rates of application of the individual active ingredients is reduced and good level of action is achieved while using the reduced amount; 2) secondly, high level of weed control achieved which is not possible by using solo active ingredients; and 3) thirdly, it elongase the process of resistance in weed species to selected herbicides. The composition of present invention while showing the excellent control of weeds in crops also allows the broad range of combinations/options for the farmers. Further the ternary herbicide compositions of the present invention provides a number of other advantages viz., This composition provided one shot solution to farmers to control broad spectrum weeds (grasses, broad leaved weeds and sedges); economically beneficial to the farmers as it provides better yield of the crop with reduction in the number of sprays; reduced possibility of hazards to the farmers due to occupational exposure because of reduction in the number of spray; storage stable; non-phytotoxic; uses lower amount of active ingredients hence environmental friendly.

Thus, from the foregoing description, it will be apparent to one of the person skilled in the art that many changes and modifications can be made thereto without departing from the scope of the invention as set forth in the description. Accordingly, it is not intended that the scope of the foregoing description be limited to the description set forth above, but rather that such description be construed as encompassing such features that reside in the present invention, including all the features and embodiments that would be treated as equivalents thereof by those skilled in the relevant art.

The embodiments of the present invention are more particularly described in the following examples that are intended as illustrations only, since numerous modifications and variations within the scope of the present invention will be apparent to those of skill in the art. Unless otherwise noted, all parts, percentages and ratio reported in the following examples are on a weight basis and all excipients used in the examples were obtained or are available from the chemical suppliers.

EXAMPLES
The ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention comprising first herbicide A, which is selected from HPPD class of herbicides such as Mesotrione, Sulcotrione, Tembotrione, Topramezone and a second herbicide B which is selected from Halosulfuron methyl, Sulfentrazone, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and a third herbicide C which is selected from Ametryn, Atrazine, 2, 4-D or its salts, Metribuzin and agriculturally acceptable excipients in Wettable powder (WP) and Suspension concentrate (SC) form is provided in example 1 to 121. The unit of each component of the composition are expressed in “% w/w” i.e. the percentage by weight, relative to the weight of the total solution or composition. All the prepared compositions of the present invention has been tested for stability/shelf life at accelerated temperature.

Table 1: Examples 1 to 3: Mesotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 1 Eg: 2 Eg: 3
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 1.3 1.9
2 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 25.0 14.2 20.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 20.0 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 0.4 0.7 0.9
5 Sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Lactose Filler 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
9 China clay Filler 2 46.0 48.8 46.5
10 Silica Anti-caking agent 4.0 4.0 4.0
11 Silicon antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.0 1.0 1.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 2: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 25% + Ametryn 11.4% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 25.77
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 11.75
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.4
5 Sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde 3.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate 2.0
8 Lactose 3.0
9 China clay 44.84
10 Silica 4.0
11 Silicon antifoam 1.0
Total 100

Table 3: Stability studies of the composition of Mesotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 25% + Ametryn 11.4% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)
Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Mesotrione Content % w/w Min. 2.2% (±10%) 2.33 1.94
Atrazine Content % w/w Min. 25% (±5%) 24.93 24.19
Ametryn Content % w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.49 11.48
Mesotrione Suspensibility % w/w Min. 80% 89.9 79.39
Atrazine Suspensibility % w/w Min. 75% 96.05 90.62
Ametryn Suspensibility % w/w Min. 80% 95.45 90.66
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.93 99.94
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 4.9 5.4
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 30 sec. 28 sec.

Table 4: Examples 4 to 6: Sulcotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 4 Eg: 5 Eg: 6
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.6 8.0 5.3
2 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 13.3 24.0 18.6
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 18.6 10.6 14.6
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 1.0
5 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum wetting agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
7 Silicon powder antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.5 1.5 1.5
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 China clay Filler 39.5 39.7 44.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 5: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 10.6% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 10.81
2 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 13.71
3 Ametryn tech. (Purity 97%) 19.57
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.5
5 Sodium Lingosulphonate 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 5.0
7 Silicon powder antifoam 1.5
8 Silica 5.0
9 China clay 37.91
Total 100

Table 6: Examples 7 to 9: Tembotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 7 Eg: 8 Eg: 9
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 2.8 1.7
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 13.3 24.0 18.6
4 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 18.6 10.6 14.6
5 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.2 1.2
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 54.7 51.4 53.9
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 7: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 13.57
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 19.17
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 53.82
8 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 8: Examples 10 to 12: Tembotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 10 Eg: 11 Eg: 12
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 2.8 1.7
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 13.3 24.0 18.6
4 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 18.6 10.6 14.6
5 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.2 1.2
6 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
7 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt Dispersing Agent 1 3.3 3.3 3.3
8 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol Wetting Agent 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Secondary alcohol ethoxylate Dispersing Agent 2 0.33 0.33 0.33
10 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
11 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
12 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.20 0.20 0.20
13 D. M. Water Diluent 54.77 51.47 53.97
Total 100 100 100

Table 9: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% (SC)
SN
Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 13.57
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 19.17
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt 3.3
7 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol 0.5
8 Secondary alcohol ethoxylate 0.33
9 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
10 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
11 Xanthan Gum 0.20
12 D. M. Water 53.89
Total 100

Table 10: Examples 13 to 15: Mesotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Metribuzin (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 13 Eg: 14 Eg: 15
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 3.2 1.6
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech.(100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.0 2.4 1.6
3 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 8.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.6 0.8
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 2.5 2.5 3.0
6 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 1.0 1.0 1.2
7 Lactose Filler 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
8 China clay Filler 2 70.4 72.8 67.1
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
10 Silicon antifoam Anti-foaming agent 0.5 0.5 0.7
Total 100 100 100

Table 11: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + Metribuzin 12% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.44
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 2.06
3 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 12.37
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.8
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.5
6 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate 1.0
7 Lactose 5.0
8 China clay 70.33
9 Silica 3.0
10 Silicon antifoam 0.5
Total 100

Table 12: Stability studies of the composition of Mesotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + Metribuzin 12% WP (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)
Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Mesotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.4% (±10%) 8.65 8.61
Halosulfuron methyl Content %w/w Min. 2% (±15%) 1.73 1.51
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 12% (±6%) 16.09 15.88
Mesotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 80.44 78.0
Halosulfuron methyl Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 76.00 75.00
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 84.95 89.85
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.91 99.75
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 4.2 4.03
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 20 ml 20 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 35 sec. 40 sec.

Table 13: Examples 16 to 18: Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Metribuzin (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 16 Eg: 17 Eg: 18
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 16.0 12.0
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.6 2.4 2.0
3 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 16.0 8.0 12.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 0.7 1.5 1.2
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 3.5 3.5 3.5
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 60.2 58.6 59.3
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 14: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 8% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + Metribuzin 16 % (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.16
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 1.64
3 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.49
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.7
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.5
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
8 China clay 59.51
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 15: Examples 19 to 21: Mesotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 19 Eg: 20 Eg: 21
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 1.1 2.2
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 10.0 14.2
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 16.0 20.0 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.0
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing Agent 2.5 3.0 3.0
6 Alkyl napthalene sulphonate Wetting Agent 1.0 1.3 1.3
7 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
8 Lactose Filler 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 China Filler 2 61.1 55.6 54.6
Total 100 100 100

Table 16: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.4 %+ Metribuzin 8% + Ametryn 16% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.44
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 8.24
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.49
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.5
6 Alkyl napthalyne sulphonate 1.0
7 Silica 3.0
8 Lactose 5.0
9 China 60.33
Total 100

Table 17: Examples 22 to 24: Sulcotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 22 Eg: 23 Eg: 24
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 11.4 8.5
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 14.2 10.0 5.7
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 20.0 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.5 1.2
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 3.5 4.0 3.5
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.5 2.0
8 China clay Filler 49.9 42.6 59.7
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 18: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 5.7 % + Metribuzin 14.2% + Ametryn 15.7% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 5.81
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 14.2
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 3.5
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
8 China clay 49.31
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 19: Examples 25 to 27: Tembotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 25 Eg: 26 Eg: 27
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.8 2.0 2.4
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 20.0 8.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 10.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2.0 1.0 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 1 49.6 52.0 57.4
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 Lactose Filler 2 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 20: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.85
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 48.59
8 Silica 5.0
9 Lactose 5.0
Total 100

Table 21: Examples 28 to 30: Tembotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 28 Eg: 29 Eg: 30
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.8 2.0 2.4
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 20.0 8.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 10.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.4 1.0 1.2
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 8.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.3
11 D. M. Water D. M. Water 51.56 54.16 58.5
Total 100 100 100

Table 22: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.85
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.4
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 50.55
Total 100

Table 23: Examples 31 to 33: Topramezone + Metribuzin + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:31 Eg:32 Eg:33
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.8 2.2 2.4
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 20.0 8.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 10.0 16.0
4 Mefenpyr-diethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.0
5 Sodium Polycarboxylate Dispersing agent 1 2.5 2.5 2.5
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 2 8.5 8.5 8.5
7 Sodium dibutyl Napthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 48.8 50.8 56.6
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 24: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 2.8 % + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.85
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl 1.0
5 Sodium Polycarboxylate 2.5
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate 8.5
7 Sodium dibutyl Napthalene Sulphonate 2.0
8 China clay 47.79
9 Silica 3.0
Total 100

Table 25: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 2.8 % + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 2.8% (±10%) 3.05 3.01
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 15.7% (±6%) 15.82 15.37
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 15.7% (±6%) 15.55 15.01
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.85 98.97
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 84.46 82.59
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 83.04 81.39
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.22 99.45
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 6.07 6.1
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 40 sec. 20 sec.

Table 26: Examples 34 to 36: Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 34 Eg: 35 Eg: 36
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.6 11.4 5.7
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.7 1.4 1.4
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 15.7 18.6 20.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 0.5 1.5 1.2
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 3.0 3.3 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 3.0 3.3 3.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 60.5 53.5 58.7
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 27: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 8.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.7% + Ametryn 15.7% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.77
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 1.75
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 16.18
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.5
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
8 China clay 60.3
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 28: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 8.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.7% + Ametryn 15.7% WP (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 8.6% (±10%) 8.65 8.61
Halosulfuron methyl Content %w/w Min. 1.7% (±6%) 1.73 1.51
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 15.7% (±6%) 16.09 15.88
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 82.01 82.00
Halosulfuron methyl Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 78.2 70.00
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 93.2 92.15
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.97 99.15
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 4.8 4.9
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 20 ml 20 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 36 sec. 25 sec.

Table 29: Examples 37 to 39: Sulcotrione 5.7 % + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Atrazine 22.8 % (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 37 Eg: 38 Eg: 39
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 11.4 8.5
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.4 1.1 1.7
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 22.8 20.0 17.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 0.7 1.5 1.2
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Sodium dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 56.4 53 58.4
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 30: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 5.7 % + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Atrazine 22.8 % (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 5.81
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 1.42
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 23.50
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.7
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 3.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
7 Sodium dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
8 China clay 55.57
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 31: Examples 40 to 42: Sulcotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 40 Eg: 41 Eg: 42
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 11.4 5.7
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 8.5 11.4
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 20.0 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.2 1.5
5 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum wetting agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
7 Silicon powder antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.5 1.5 1.5
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 China clay Filler 56.9 42.4 49.2
Total 100 100 100

Table 32: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 8.5 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.67
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 6.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 11.6
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Sodium Lignosulphonate 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 5.0
7 Silicon powder antifoam 1.5
8 Silica 5.0
9 China clay 56.23
Total 100

Table 33: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 8.5 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±10%) 8.66 8.57
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 5.7% (±6%) 6.18 6.01
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.45 11.16
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 82.12 80.03
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 94.87 92.95
2,4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.79 98.37
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.78 99.66
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3.5 to 6 4.79 4.75
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 15 sec. 8 sec.

Table 34: Examples 43 to 45: Mesotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 43 Eg: 44 Eg:45
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 1.4 2.0
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 8.5 11.4
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 20.0 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 0.7 1.0
5 Sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde Dispersing agent 3.5 4.0 4.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 2.5 2.5 2.5
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.5 2.5
8 Lactose Filler 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
9 China clay Filler 2 63.3 52.4 52.9
10 Silica Anti-caking agent 4.0 4.0 4.0
11 Silicon antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.0 1.0 1.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 35: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.28
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 6.0
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 11.75
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde 3.5
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.5
7 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate 2.0
8 Lactose 3.0
9 China clay 62.77
10 Silica 4.0
11 Silicon antifoam 1.0
Total 100

Table 36: Examples 46 to 48: Topramezone 2.1 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:46 Eg: 47 Eg: 48
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.1 4.0 1.8
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 8.0 11.4
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 16.0 15.7
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl Safener 1.0 1.5 0.6
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant Dispersing agent 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 China clay Filler 55.4 57.5 57.5
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 37: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 2.1 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.14
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.94
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 20.6
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl 1.0
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
7 China clay 54.32
8 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 38: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 2.1 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 2.1% (±10%) 2.26 2.25
2, 4- D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±6%) 8.88 8.87
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.29 20.26
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.05 96.36
2,4- D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.48 93.46
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.73 95.91
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.56 99.34
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 7.8 7.8
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 35 sec. 15 sec.

Table 39: Examples 49 to 51: Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2, 4- D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 49 Eg: 50 Eg: 51
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 5.7
2 2,4 D- Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 7.1 5.7 8.5
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 24.2 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 1.0
5 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 1 5.0 5.0 4.0
6 Blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid Dispersing agent 2 3.0 3.0 2.5
7 Sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 China clay Filler 45.0 45.4 57.1
Total 100 100 100

Table 40: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2, 4- D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.63
2 2, 4- D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 7.47
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 20.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.5
5 Sodium Lignosulphonate 5.0
6 Blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid 3.0
7 Sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate 2.0
8 Silica 5.0
9 China clay 44.0
Total 100

Table 41: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2, 4- D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±10%) 11.64 11.59
2,4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 7.1% (±6%) 7.39 7.23
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.1 20.09
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 86.76 86.43
2,4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.6 98.2
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.11 97.00
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.86 99.75
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3.5 to 6 4.25 4.27
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 20 ml 20 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 20 sec. 14 sec.

Table 42: Examples 52 to 54: Sulcotrine 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 7.1 % + Atrazine 20% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 52 Eg: 53 Eg: 54
% w/w
1 Sulcotrine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 5.7
2 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 7.1 5.7 8.5
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 24.2 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.14 0.14 0.2
11 D. M. Water Diluent 49.26 49.66 57.8
Total 100 100 100

Table 43: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrine 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 7.1 % + Atrazine 20% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.63
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 80%) 8.87
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 98%) 20.40
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.5
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.14
11 D. M. Water 46.86
Total 100

Table 44: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrine 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 7.1 % + Atrazine 20% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.6 11.18
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.18 20.19
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 7.1% (±10%) 7.16 7.18
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.6% 98.05%
2, 4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.15% 98.85%
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.37% 97.94%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.5% 99.01%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 5 3.82 4.07
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 2 ml 3 ml
Specific gravity 1.10 (±0.02) 1.10 --

Table 45: Examples 55 to 57: Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4- D Sodium 8.5% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg: 55 Eg: 56 Eg: 57
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 5.7
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 5.7 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 1.0
5 Mixture of salt of Naphthalene Sulphonic Acid and Phenol Sulphonic Acid condensate Dispersing agent 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 2 7.0 5.0 7.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Napthalene sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 50.2 61.1 47.8
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 46: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.6
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 97%) 8.94
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.5
5 Mixture of salt of Naphthalene Sulphonic Acid and Phenol Sulphonic Acid condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate 7.0
7 Sodium Isopropyl Napthalene sulphonate 2.0
8 China clay 48.96
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 47: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.57 11.37
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.93 11.93
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±10%) 8.82 8.80
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 85.7 81.7
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 92.46 89.78
2, 4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 96.45 95.07
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.44 99.76
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 4.19 4.53
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 10 ml 11ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 25 sec. 10 sec.

Table 48: Examples 58 to 60: Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:58 Eg: 59 Eg:60
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 5.7
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 5.7 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freezing agent 5.0 7.0 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.10 0.12 0.1
11 D. M. Water Diluent 56.5 63.38 54.1
Total 100 100 100

Table 49: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.63
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 80%) 10.62
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.5
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.10
11 D. M. Water 53.55
Total 100

Table 50: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.69 11.38
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.66 10.7
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±6%) 8.52 8.12
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 96.21% 94.49%
2, 4- D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.39% 96.04%
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 96.71% 95.80%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.6% 99.5%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 5 3.75 3.80
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 5 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.09 (±0.02) 1.09 --

Table 51: Examples 61 to 63: Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:61 Eg: 62 Eg:63
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 3.2 1.6
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 16.0 24.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 12.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.5 0.8
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Sodium isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 3.0 2.5
7 China clay Filler 66.4 56.3 47.1
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 52: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.44
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
3 2, 4-D SodiumTech. (Purity 95%) 8.44
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant 5.0
6 Sodium isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 65.29
8 Silica 3.0
Total 100

Table 53: Examples 64 to 66: Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:64 Eg: 65 Eg: 66
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 3.2 1.6
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 16.0 24.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech.(100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 12.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.5 0.8
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 1 3.0 3.2 3.5
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.5
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.3 0.3 0.2
11 D. M. Water Diluent 65.5 56.2 45.8
Total 100 100 100

Table 54: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.44
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.44
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
4 Propylene glycol 5.0
5 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
6 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 5.0
7 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
8 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
9 Xanthan Gum 0.3
10 D. M. Water 61.39
Total 100

Table 55: Examples 67 to 69: Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:67 Eg: 68 Eg: 69
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 4.0 1.1
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 12.0 17.1
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 8.0 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.1 1.2 0.5
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 64.8 62.8 57.9
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 56: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.94
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.1
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 5.0
6 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend 2.0
7 China clay 63.72
8 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 57: Examples 70 to 72: Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:70 Eg:71 Eg:72
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 4.0 1.1
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 12.0 17.1
3 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 8.0 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.1 1.2 0.5
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 63.96 61.96 57.06
Total 100 100 100

Table 58: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.0
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.94
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.1
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 62.88
Total 100

Table 59: Examples 73 to 75: Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:73 Eg:74 Eg: 75
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 4.0 2.0 1.4
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 11.4 17.1
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 8.5 11.4
4 Mefenpyr-diethyl Safener 1.2 1.0 0.8
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Sodium isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 64.8 67.1 59.3
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 60: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 4.08
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.4
4 Mefenpyr-diethyl 1.2
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant 5.0
6 Sodium isopropyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 63.69
8 Silica 3.0
Total 100

Table 61: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 4% (±10%) 4.26 4.22
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 12% (±6%) 12.35 12.31
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8% (±10%) 8.2 8.17
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.04 96.59
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 80% 98.01 82.75
2, 4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.27 96.77
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.45 99.25
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 6.7 6.7
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 25 sec. 10 sec.

Table 62: Examples 76 to 78: Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:76 Eg:77 Eg: 78
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 4.0 2.0 1.4
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 11.4 17.1
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 8.5 11.4
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl Safener 1.5 1.0 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 1 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.3 0.3 0.3
11 D. M. Water Diluent 63.6 66.2 58.2
Total 100 100 100

Table 63: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 4.08
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.4
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl 1.5
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 5.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.3
11 D. M. Water 59.49
Total 100

Table 64: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 4% (±10%) 4.12 4.01
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 12% (±6%) 12.21 11.92
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8% (±10%) 8.36 8.2
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.42 98.38
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 80% 85.77 85.25
2, 4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 95.6 92.13
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.92% 99.9%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 3.97 3.99
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 3 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.08 (±0.02) 1.10 --

Table 65: Examples 79 to 81: Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 12.8% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:79 Eg: 80 Eg: 81
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 8.5 11.4
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 17.1 8.5 11.4
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.8 22.8 17.1
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.2 1.5
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent cum Wetting agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
8 China clay Filler 46.4 42 41.6
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 66: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 12.8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 5.81
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 18.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 13.19
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 5.0
6 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 2.0
7 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate 5.0
8 China clay 45.0
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 67: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 12.8% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 5.7% (±10%) 5.78 5.79
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 17.1% (±6%) 17.63 17.27
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 12.8% (±6%) 12.69 12.68
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 89.5 88.64
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 86.32 84.96
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 95.48 94.26
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.91 99.97
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 4.1 3.9
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 51 ml 52 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 50 sec. 15 sec.

Table 68: Examples 82 to 84: Sulcotrine 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:82 Eg:83 Eg: 84
% w/w
1 Sulcotrine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 5.7 11.4
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 17.1 11.4
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 22.8 12.8 17.1
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.0 1.5
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.12 0.12 0.12
11 D. M. Water Diluent 48.28 52.68 47.88
Total 100 100 100

Table 69: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrine 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.67
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.94
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 98%) 23.26
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Propylene glycol 5.00
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.00
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.00
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.12
11 D. M. Water 47.21
Total 100

Table 70: Stability studies of the composition of Sulcotrine 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Sulcotrione Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±10%) 8.57 8.36
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±6%) 8.59 8.54
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 22.8% (±6%) 22.96 22.67
Sulcotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.87% 97.81%
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.58% 96.45%
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.12% 95.81%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.7% 99.1%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 5 3.50 3.59
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 5 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.10 (±0.02) 1.10 --

Table 71: Examples 85 to 87: Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% (WP)
SN Ingredients RM Description Eg:85 Eg: 86 Eg: 87
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 1.7 1.1
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 28.5 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.1 0.8 0.55
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 2 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
8 China clay Filler 1 48.3 43.5 50.05
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 72: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.00
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 20.61
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.1
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 5.0
6 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 2.0
7 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate 5.0
8 China clay 47.05
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 73: Examples 88 to 90: Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:88 Eg: 89 Eg:90
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 1.7 1.1
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 28.5 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.1 0.8 0.55
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.5 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting Agent 2.0 2.5 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.12 0.12 0.12
11 D. M. Water Diluent 54.58 48.78 56.33
Total 100 100 100

Table 74: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Meostrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 20.61
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 98%) 12.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.1
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.12
11 D. M. Water 53.33
Total 100

Table 75: Examples 91 to 93: Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6 % + Atrazine 18.6% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:91 Eg:92 Eg:93
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.1 1.6 2.6
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.6 8.0 16.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 18.6 26.0 13.3
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.0 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 57.5 53.4 56.9
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 76: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6 % + Atrazine 18.6% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.14
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 11.15
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 19.17
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 56.34
8 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 77: Examples 94 to 96: Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6 % + Atrazine 18.6% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:94 Eg: 95 Eg:96
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.1 1.6 2.6
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.6 8.0 16.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 18.6 26.0 13.3
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.1 1.0 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt Dispersing Agent 1 3.3 3.3 3.3
7 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol Wetting Agent 0.5 0.5 0.5
8 Secondary alcohol ethoxylate Dispersing Agent 2 0.33 0.33 0.33
9 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
10 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
11 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
12 D. M. Water Diluent 55.63 51.43 55.13
Total 100 100 100

Table 78: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6 % + Atrazine 18.6% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.14
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 11.15
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 19.17
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt 3.3
7 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol 0.5
8 Secontary alcohol ethoxylate 0.33
9 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
10 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
11 Xanthan Gum 0.20
12 D. M. Water 56.41
Total 100

Table 79: Examples 97 to 99: Tembotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 10% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:97 Eg:98 Eg:99
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 3.2 2.4 4.0
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 2.0 1.6
3 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.0 8.0 12.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 0.5 0.5 0.5
5 Kraft lignin polymer with an acidic pH Dispersing agent 1 3.2 3.2 3.2
6 Blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid Dispersing agent 2 4.5 4.5 4.5
7 Sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate Wetting agent 1.2 1.2 1.2
8 Kraft lignosulfonate with a low degree sulfonation Dispersing agent 3 0.8 0.8 0.8
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
10 China clay Filler 69.2 72.4 67.2
Total 100 100 100

Table 80: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 10% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tebotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 3.26
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 2.47
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 10.52
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 0.5
5 Kraft lignin polymer with an acidic pH 3.2
6 Blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid 4.5
7 Sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate 1.5
8 Kraft lignosulfonate with a low degree sulfonation 0.8
9 Silica 6.0
10 China clay 67.25
Total 100

Table 81: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 10% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 3.2% (±10%) 3.41 3.09
Halosulfuron methyl Content %w/w Min. 2.4% (±6%) 2.63 2.45
2, 4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 10% (±6%) 10.40 10.34
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 88.2 80.55
Halosulfuron methyl Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 78.9 77.00
2,4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 90 89.5
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.47 99.65
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 6 6.08 5.88
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 20 ml 15 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 30 sec. 24 sec.

Table 82: Examples 100 to 102: Mesotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:100 Eg:101 Eg: 102
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 3.2 2.4 1.6
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 2.0 1.6
3 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 8.0 16.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.2 0.8
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 2.5 2.5 3.0
6 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 1.0 1.0 1.2
7 Lactose Filler 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
8 China clay Filler 2 68.7 73.9 66.8
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
10 Silicon antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.0 1.0 1.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 83: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% (WP)
SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 3.26
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 2.47
3 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.5
6 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate 1.0
7 Lactose 5.0
8 China clay 67.94
9 Silica 3.0
10 Silicon antifoam 1.0
Total 100

Table 84: Examples 103 to 105: Sulcotrione 8 % + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:103 Eg:104 Eg:105
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 16.0 12.0
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.6 2.4 2.0
3 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.0 7.2 6.0
4 Isoxadifen- ethyl Safener 0.7 1.5 1.2
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt Dispersing agent 1 2.5 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium salt of alkyl naphthalene sulfonic acid-formaldehyde condensation Dispersing agent 2 3.5 3.5 3.5
7 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend Wetting agent 1.5 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 69.2 59.4 65.3
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 85: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 8% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.16
2 Halosulfuron methyl Tech. (Purity 97%) 1.64
3 2, 4- D Sodium Tech. (Purity 97%) 8.16
4 Isoxadifen- ethyl 0.7
5 Sodium lignosulphonate salt 2.5
6 Sodium salt of alkyl naphthalene sulfonic acid-formaldehyde condensation 3.5
7 Sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend 1.5
8 China clay 68.84
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 86: Examples 106 to 108: Tembotrione 2.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:106 Eg:107 Eg:108
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 4.0 1.8
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 8.0 11.4
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 16.0 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.0
5 Styrene Methacrylic acid based dispersant Dispersing agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum wetting agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Citric acid pH stabilizer 2.3 2.3 2.3
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 China clay Filler 53 55.7 54.8
Total 100 100 100

Table 87: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 20.4
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 8.97
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Styrene Methacrylic acid based disperant 5.0
6 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
7 Citric acid 2.3
8 Silica 5.0
9 China clay 52.09
Total 100

Table 88: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.2% (±10%) 2.22 2.1
2,4-D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 8.5% (±6%) 8.55 8.60
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.59 20.43
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 78.12 76.03
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.1 99.1
2,4-D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 84.7 81.00
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.78 99.66
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3.5 to 6 5.66 6.05
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 40 ml 45 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 35 sec. 23 sec.

Table 89: Examples 109 to 111: Tembotrione 3.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:109 Eg:110 Eg:111
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 3.2 4.0 1.7
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 8.0 11.4
3 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 6.0 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.8 1.8 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 10.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.30 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 58.16 64.3 58.86
Total 100 100 100

Table 90: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 3.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 3.26
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 80%) 15.0
3 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.37
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.8
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 54.53
Total 100

Table 91: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 3.2% + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 3.2% (±10%) 3.13 3.16
2, 4- D Sodium Content %w/w Min. 12% (±6%) 12.10 11.95
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 12% (±6%) 12.09 11.98
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 96.83% 89.11%
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.01% 98.20%
2,4 D Sodium Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.91% 86.5%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 98.9% 99.01%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 5 4.31 4.24
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 3 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.10 (±0.02) 1.10 --

Table 92: Examples 112 to 114: Mesotrione 3.2 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% (WP)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:112 Eg: 113 Eg: 114
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 3.2 2.4 1.6
2 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 8.0 16.0
3 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 12.0 6.0 20.0
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.5 1.2 0.8
5 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing cum Wetting agent 2.5 2.5 3
6 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.2
7 Lactose Filler 1 5.0 5.0 5.0
8 China clay Filler 2 57.8 68.9 47.4
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
10 Silicon antifoam Anti-foaming agent 1.0 1.0 1.0
Total 100 100 100
Table 93: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 3.2 % + 2, 4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 3.2
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.63
3 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 12.37
4 Proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene Sulphate formaldehyde condensate 2.5
5 Sodium Isopropyl Naphthalene Sulphonate 2.0
6 Lactose 5.0
7 China clay 58.3
8 Silica 3.0
9 Silicon antifoam 1.0
Total 100

Table 94: Examples 115 to 117: Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Metribuzin 8.5% (SC)
SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:115 Eg:116 Eg:117
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 12.0 5.7
2 2,4-D Sodium Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 8.0 11.4
3 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 8.5 6.0 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.4 1.2 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 57.36 59.96 54.86
Total 100 100 100

Table 95: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2, 4-D Sodium 8.5% + Metribuzin 8.5% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.63
2 2, 4-D Sodium Tech. (Purity 95%) 8.94
3 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 98%) 8.76
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.4
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 56.43
Total 100

Table 96: Examples 118 to 120: Tembotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26.6% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:118 Eg:119 Eg:120
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 2.8 1.8
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.3 9.3 18.6
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 26.6 21.1 14.6
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.2 1.0
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 1 49.7 50.6 49
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 Lactose Filler 2 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 97: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26.6% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 5.46
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 27.42
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 48.68
8 Silica 5.0
9 Lactose 5.0
Total 100

Table 98: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26.6% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.2% (±10%) 2.24 2.28
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 5.7 5.65
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 27.1 26.96
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 85.00 81.00
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 77.23 75.56
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 87.00 88.72
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.9 99.95
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3.5 to 6 4.0 4.3
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 21 ml 12 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 35 sec. 11 sec.

Table 99: Examples 121 to 123: Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 9.3 %+ Atrazine 21.1% (SC)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:121 Eg: 122 Eg: 123
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.8 2.2 1.8
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 9.3 5.3 18.6
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 21.1 26.6 14.6
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.4 1.1 0.8
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene
oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and
propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam
Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 52.56 51.96 51.36
Total 100 100 100

Table 100: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 9.3 %+ Atrazine 21.1% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.85
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 95%) 9.78
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 21.75
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.4
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 51.18
Total 100

Table 101: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 9.3 %+ Atrazine 21.1% (SC) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.8% (±10%) 3.01 3.00
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 9.3% (±10%) 9.85 9.81
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 21.1% (±6%) 21.76 21.25
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 92.75% 93.12%
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 75.78% 76.00%
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 80.29% 79.12%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.64% 99.7%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 3 to 5 3.99 4.13
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 3 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.08 (±0.02) 1.087 --

Table 102: Examples 124 to 126: Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:124 Eg:125 Eg: 126
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.3 1.8 2.4
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.0 5.7 20.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 22.8 28.5 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
7 China clay Filler 1 49.9 48.0 45.7
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
9 Lactose Filler 2 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 103: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 1.32
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 10.30
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 23.50
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 48.68
8 Silica 5.0
9 Lactose 5.0
Total 100

Table 104: Examples 127 to 129: Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:127 Eg:128 Eg:129
% w/w
1 Mesotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 1.3 1.8 2.4
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.0 5.7 20.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 22.8 28.5 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.2
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 52.06 50.16 47.86
Total 100 100 100

Table 105: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Mesotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 1.32
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 95%) 10.30
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 23.50
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.4
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 50.64
Total 100

Table 106: Examples 130 to 132: Sulcotrione 11.4% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:130 Eg:131 Eg:132
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 5.7
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.0 5.7 20.0
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 22.8 28.5 15.7
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.4 1.2 1.0
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.24 0.24 0.24
11 D. M. Water Diluent 41.56 43.26 44.76
Total 100 100 100

Table 107: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 11.4% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 11.63
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 95%) 10.30
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 23.26
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.4
5 Propylene glycol 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.0
7 A copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.24
11 D. M. Water 40.57
Total 100

Table 108: Examples 133 to 135: Topramezone 2.4 %+ Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.3% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:133 Eg:134 Eg:135
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.4 1.6 2.1
2 Metribuzin Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 9.3 18.6 5.3
3 Atrazine Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 21.3 14.6 26.0
4 Mefenpyr-diethyl Safener 1.0 1.0 1.0
5 Sodium Polycarboxylate Dispersing agent 1 2.5 2.5 2.5
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 2 5.5 5.5 5.5
7 Sodium Dibutyl Napthalene Sulphonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 53.0 51.2 52.6
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 109: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 2.4 % + Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.3% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.44
2 Metribuzin Tech. (Purity 97%) 9.58
3 Atrazine Tech. (Purity 97%) 21.95
4 Mefenpyr-diethyl 1.0
5 Sodium Polycarboxylate 2.5
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate 5.5
7 Sodium dibutyl Napthalene Sulphonate 2.0
8 China clay 52.03
9 Silica 3.0
Total 100

Table 110: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 2.4 % + Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.3% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 2.4% (±10%) 2.54 2.53
Metribuzin Content %w/w Min. 9.3% (±6%) 9.73 9.74
Atrazine Content %w/w Min. 21.3% (±6%) 21.03 21.02
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.44 98.07
Metribuzin Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.78 99.07
Atrazine Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 88.66 91.2
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.87 99.76
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 6.09 6.06
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 20 sec. 15 sec.

Table 111: Examples 136 to 138: Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:136 Eg: 137 Eg: 138
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 1.7 2.8
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 11.4 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 0.8 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate Dispersing agent 3.0 2.5 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 1.5 2.0
7 China clay Filler 55.2 68.6 54.7
8 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 112: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.00
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 22.42
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate 3.0
6 Sodium Alkyl Dibutyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
7 China clay 52.14
8 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 113: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.2% (±10%) 2.24 1.89
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.9 11.8
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.43 20.44
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 85.09 77.38
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 85.44 84.41
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 90.86 86.32
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.88 99.65
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 5.5 5.1
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 20 ml 10 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 40 sec. 10 sec.

Table 114: Examples 139 to 141: Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (SC)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:139 Eg:140 Eg:141
% w/w
1 Tembotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.2 1.7 2.8
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 8.5 17.1
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20.0 11.4 14.2
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.2 1.0 1.2
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 5.0 7.0 5.0
6 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt Dispersing Agent 1 3.3 3.3 3.3
7 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol Wetting Agent 0.5 0.5 0.5
8 Secondary alcohol ethoxylate Dispersing Agent 2 0.33 0.33 0.33
9 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
10 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
11 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.2 0.25 0.2
12 D. M. Water Diluent 55.27 65.42 54.77
Total 100 100 100

Table 115: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Tembotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.24
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.00
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 22.42
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.2
5 Propylene glycol 5.0
6 Ethoxylated Polyarylphenol Phosphate Amine Salt 3.3
7 Ethoxylated Isodecyl Alcohol 0.5
8 Secondary alcohol ethoxylate 0.33
9 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
10 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
11 Xanthan Gum 0.20
12 D. M. Water 52.21
Total 100

Table 116: Stability studies of the composition of Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% SC (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Tembotrione Content %w/w Min. 2.2% (±10%) 2.27 1.91
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.94 11.92
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.53 20.52
Tembotrione Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.56% 98.76%
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 97.06% 87.84%
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 98.28% 96.92%
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.92% 99.9%
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 4.74 4.66
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 3 ml 5 ml
Specific gravity 1.08 (±0.02) 1.10 --

Table 117: Examples 142 to 144: Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 10% (SC)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:142 Eg:143 Eg:144
% w/w
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 5.7 11.4 8.5
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 17.1 11.4 8.5
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 10.0 17.1 11.4
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl Safener 1.0 1.5 1.2
5 Propylene glycol Anti-freeze Agent 7.0 7.0 7.0
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer Dispersing Agent 3.0 3.0 3.0
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant Wetting Agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion Defoamer 0.5 0.5 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one Biocide 0.1 0.1 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum Thickener 0.16 0.16 0.16
11 D. M. Water Diluent 53.44 45.84 57.64
Total 100 100 100

Table 118: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 10% (SC)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Sulcotrione Tech. (Purity 98%) 5.81
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 10.52
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 98%) 17.44
4 Isoxadifen-ethyl 1.0
5 Propylene glycol 7.00
6 Polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer 3.00
7 Polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant 2.00
8 Polydimethylsiloxane Antifoam Emulsion 0.5
9 Benzisothiazolin-3-one 0.1
10 Xanthan Gum 0.16
11 D. M. Water 52.47
Total 100

Table 119: Examples 145 to 147: Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Ingredients Description Eg:145 Eg:146 Eg:147
% w/w
1 Topramezone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 2.0 4.0 1.4
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 11.4 12.0 17.1
3 Ametryn Tech. (100% Basis) Active Ingredient 20 16 15.7
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl Safener 1.0 1.2 0.8
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant Dispersing agent 1 4.0 4.0 4.0
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate Dispersing agent 2 4.0 4.0 4.0
7 Sodium Butyl Naphthalene Sulfonate Wetting agent 2.0 2.0 2.0
8 China clay Filler 50.6 51.8 50
9 Silica Anti-caking agent 5.0 5.0 5.0
Total 100 100 100

Table 120: Quantities of ingredients charged to prepare the composition of Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP)

SN Ingredients Qty gm
1 Topramezone Tech. (Purity 98%) 2.04
2 Sulfentrazone Tech. (Purity 95%) 12.00
3 Ametryn Tech. (Purity 97%) 20.6
4 Mefenpyr- diethyl 1.0
5 Modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant 4.0
6 Sodium Lignosulphonate 4.0
7 Sodium Butyl Naphthalene Sulfonate 2.0
8 China clay 49.36
9 Silica 5.0
Total 100

Table 121: Stability studies of the composition of Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% (WP) (Shelf life based on accelerated storage at 54 ± 2°C)

Test parameter FAO Specification ‘0’ day RT 14 days HST
at 54 ± 2°C
Topramezone Content %w/w Min. 2% (±10%) 2.18 2.17
Sulfentrazone Content %w/w Min. 11.4% (±6%) 11.75 11.72
Ametryn Content %w/w Min. 20% (±6%) 20.14 20.09
Topramezone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 88.5 87.92
Sulfentrazone Suspensibility %w/w Min. 80% 83.61 83.45
Ametryn Suspensibility %w/w Min. 75% 88.24 87.7
Wet Sieve Test (75 µm) Max. 98% material pass through test sieve 99.86 99.87
pH 1 % (aqueous solution) 4 to 6 5.9 5.9
Persistent foam Max. 60 mL after 1 min. 50 ml 50 ml
Wetting out time Max. 60 sec in 1 min. 30 sec. 20 sec.

As evident from the foregoing tables that all the desired composition has been prepared successfully and has been tested for stability/shelf life at accelerated temperature. After 14 days of storage at 54.0 ± 2 °C, there were no significant changes in active ingredient content, suspensibility, wettability, dispersibility, pH and has passes the sieve test. Therefore, it is concluded that composition of present invention has good stability and shelf life.

Bio-efficacy of the ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention
The abbreviations used in present application for variety of Grasses, Broad leaved Weeds (BLW/BL) and Sedges are defined below:
Grass Variety Grass Variety Grass Variety
GS1 Dactyloctenium aegyptium GS2 Echinocloa spp. GS3 Brachiaria spp.
GS4 Digitaria sanguinalis GS5 Elusine indica

BLW Variety BLW Variety BLW Variety
BL1 Trianthama portulacastum BL2 Alternenthera sessilis BL3 Boerhaavia diffusa
BL4 Portulaca oleracea BL5 Commelina benghalensis BL6 Parthenium hysterophorus
BL7 Amaranthus viridis BL8 Cleome viscosa BL9 Digera arvensis

Sedges Variety
SD1 Cyperus spp.

Experimental design and method for Sugarcane and Maize crop
Experimental trials were conducted to evaluate the herbicidal efficacy of ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention in India against major weeds in sugarcane and maize crop and comparative solo and binary compositions were also tested as per the details provided in Table 122-160.
The studies were conducted during the cropping season of 2021-22 in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra state to evaluate the bio-efficacy of different ternary combinations of HPPD inhibiting herbicides such as ternary herbicide compositions of Mesotrione and ternary herbicide compositions of Sulcotrione and ternary herbicide compositions of Tembotrione and ternary herbicide compositions of Topramezone as post emergent applications against all major weeds in sugarcane and maize crop. The soil type was sandy loam with pH 8.5, low in organic carbon and available nitrogen, and medium in available P2O5 and high in available K2O. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design with three replications and a plot size of 36m2. The weed control treatment include post emergence herbicides i.e. different ternary combinations of HPPD inhibiting herbicides. The planting of Phule-265 Sugarcane variety and Tierra S-2 Maize variety were done in furrows at 80 cm row spacing and recommended crop package of practices for sugarcane were followed. The crop was irrigated through drip irrigation method. The Herbicidal spray was done when the weeds reached 2-5 leaf stage by using a Knapsack sprayer fitted with flat fan nozzle as spray using 500 liters of water per hectare. The observations were recorded species wise on weed population in 0.25m2 area at three places of per plot on before application and at 30 days after application. Cane yield (ton/ha) and Grain yield (q/ha) were recorded at harvest. The Phytotoxicity observations were recorded as per given phytotoxicity rating scale at 3 DAA, 5 DAA, 7 DAA and 10 DAA. (Epinasty, Hyponasty, Necrosis, Vein clearing and Wilting etc.)
Score Phytotoxicity (percent) Score Phytotoxicity (percent)
0 No phytotoxicity 5 41-50
1 1-10 6 51-60
2 11-20 7 61-70
3 21-30 8 71-80
4 31-40 9 & 10 Complete Destruction

The Weed Control Efficacy (WCE) % at 30 days after application worked out species wise by using formula.
% WCE = No of Weeds in UTC – No of weeds in treated plot X 100 No of weeds in UTC
UTC = Untreated control

Phytotoxicity Observations: Invented ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention as represented in table 122-160 were found to be non-phytotoxic on sugarcane and Maize crop.

Table 122: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 25% + Ametryn 11.4% WP 66+750+342 3000 84 90 92 90 92 85 91 80 90 92 70 90.3 34.78
T2 Mesotrione 1.3% + Atrazine 14.2% + Ametryn 20% WP 39+750+342 3000 84 90 92 90 92 84 91 82 90 92 70 90.1 34.48
T3 Mesotrione 1.9% + Atrazine 20% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 57+600+471 3000 84 92 92 90 90 84 91 82 90 92 71 90 34.33
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 4000 35 50 55 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 83 23.88
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 30 40 40 65 65 50 60 55 60 60 45 84 25.37
T6 Atrazine 50% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 4000 + 2500 50 60 70 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 45 82 22.39
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 10 25 25 58 58 40 66 35 58 58 20 78 16.42
T8 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 14 30 30 40 35 30 45 30 35 35 10 72 7.46
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 30 40 40 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 76 13.43
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 17 14 18 13 14 19 8 17 12 7 67 NA

Table 123: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 10.6% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% WP 318+400+558 3000 86 90 90 90 92 90 91 85 90 90 55 93.9 44.46
T2 Sulcotrione 8% + Atrazine 24% + Ametryn 10.6% WP 240+720+318 3000 86 90 90 92 92 90 90 85 90 90 60 92.6 42.46
T3 Sulcotrione 5.3% + Atrazine 18.6% + Ametryn 14.6% WP 159+558+438 3000 86 90 90 92 92 90 90 80 90 90 55 92 41.54
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 40 70 65 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 30 82 26.15
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 70 70 75 70 55 70 50 70 70 30 84 29.23
T6 Atrazine 50% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 4000 + 2500 50 65 65 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 25 82 26.15
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 40 50 60 55 40 50 40 55 55 10 75 15.38
T8 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 12 72 10.77
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 30 60 60 50 50 30 40 35 50 50 10 80 23.08
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 13 13 15 13 16 18 13 15 14 12 65 NA

Table 124: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Atrazine + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 2.8% + Atrazine 24% + Ametryn 10.6% WP 84+720+320 3000 88 92 90 90 92 90 90 85 90 90 75 94.2 34.6
T2 Tembotrione 1.7% + Atrazine 18.6% + Ametryn 14.6% WP 52+558+438 3000 88 92 90 92 92 90 90 85 90 90 75 92.2 31.7
T3 Tembotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% WP 66+400+558 3000 88 92 90 92 92 90 90 80 90 90 70 92 31.4
T4 Tembotrione 2.8% + Atrazine 24% + Ametryn 10.6% SC 84+720+320 3000 85 90 90 90 92 85 90 80 90 90 70 91.8 31.1
T5 Tembotrione 1.7% + Atrazine 18.6% + Ametryn 14.6% SC 52+558+438 3000 85 90 90 90 92 84 90 82 90 90 70 92.4 32.0
T6 Tembotrione 2.2% + Atrazine 13.3% + Ametryn 18.6% SC 66+400+558 3000 85 92 90 90 90 84 90 82 90 90 70 91.3 30.4
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Atrazine 50% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 4000 40 65 65 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 82 17.1
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 50 65 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 70 45 84 20.0
T9 Atrazine 50% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 4000 + 2500 50 60 60 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 25 82 17.1
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 50 52 52 45 62 45 52 52 25 78 11.4
T11 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 20 30 30 20 78 11.4
T12 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 30 50 50 20 82 17.1
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 18 12 18 13 14 20 13 19 12 18 70 NA

Table 125: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Metribuzin on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + Metribuzin 12% WP 72+60+360 3000 90 88 90 90 90 80 95 80 93 95 75 85 30.77
T2 Mesotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% WP 96+72+240 3000 90 88 90 90 90 82 95 80 93 95 75 84 29.23
T3 Mesotrione 1.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + Metribuzin 16% WP 48+48+480 3000 90 88 90 90 90 82 95 82 93 95 70 84 29.23
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 300 + 67.5 750 + 90 40 60 60 65 75 50 75 45 75 75 55 75 15.38
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 300 + 1400 750 + 2000 45 65 65 68 68 45 75 45 70 70 30 74 13.85
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + Metribuzin 70% WP 67.5 + 1400 90 + 2000 40 65 58 70 70 45 75 45 70 70 50 75 15.38
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 54 64 58 58 26 66 35 58 58 15 68 4.62
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 10 10 12 10 16 15 10 15 12 40 72 10.77
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 40 60 30 65 65 10 68 4.62
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 18 21 18 13 14 18 13 19 10 14 65 NA

Table 126: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Metribuzin on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + Metribuzin 16% WP 240+48+480 3000 90 95 88 90 93 85 90 85 91 86 65 93.1 43.23
T2 Sulcotrione 12% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + Metribuzin 12% WP 360+60+360 3000 90 94 88 92 92 80 90 85 91 86 70 92.1 41.69
T3 Sulcotrione 16% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% WP 480+72+240 3000 90 94 88 92 92 82 90 80 90 86 70 91.2 40.31
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 450 + 67.5 1500 + 90 45 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 74 65 82 26.15
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 450 + 1400 1500 + 2000 50 65 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 74 25 84 29.23
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + Metribuzin 70% WP 67.5 + 1400 90 + 2000 50 60 55 75 70 60 75 58 70 74 55 82 26.15
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 50 40 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 75 15.38
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 10 15 20 35 16 30 28 35 35 50 72 10.77
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 20 80 23.08
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 8 15 18 13 14 12 17 14 15 18 15 65 NA

Table 127: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% + Ametryn 16% WP 72+240+480 3000 86 92 86 90 90 80 90 80 90 84 69 89.8 40.31
T2 Mesotrione 1.1% + Metribuzin 10% + Ametryn 20% WP 33+300+600 3000 86 92 86 90 90 84 90 82 90 84 70 90.4 41.25
T3 Mesotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 14.2% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 66+426+471 3000 86 95 85 90 90 82 90 82 90 84 70 89.3 39.53
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 300 + 1400 750 + 2000 75 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 80 25.00
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 70 65 70 75 70 55 70 35 70 70 30 82 28.13
T6 Metribuzin 70% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 1400 + 2000 2000 + 2500 70 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 80 25.00
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 40 40 58 58 55 66 55 58 58 10 77 20.31
T8 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 20 66 3.13
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 45 60 35 50 50 25 76 18.75
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 14 17 22 17 12 12 20 14 18 12 14 64 NA

Table 128: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Metribuzin 14.2% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 171+426+471 3000 92 92 86 90 90 80 90 80 90 86 50 89.9 38.31
T2 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Metribuzin 10% + Ametryn 20% WP 342+300+600 3000 92 92 86 90 90 84 90 82 90 86 55 90.6 39.38
T3 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Metribuzin 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% WP 255+171+342 3000 90 91 85 90 90 82 90 82 90 86 50 89.6 37.85
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 450 + 1400 1500 + 2000 75 65 61 80 70 65 75 60 75 70 30 80 23.08
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 70 65 70 80 70 55 70 35 70 70 25 82 26.15
T6 Metribuzin 70% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 1400 + 2000 2000 + 2500 70 60 65 80 70 56 75 58 70 70 35 80 23.08
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 30 30 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 80 23.08
T8 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 20 80 23.08
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 78 20.00
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 15 14 12 13 14 16 17 12 14 12 11 65 NA

Table 129: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Metribuzin + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 84+471+471 3000 90 93 86 90 90 85 90 85 90 84 85 91.2 34.1
T2 Tembotrione 2% + Metribuzin 20% + Ametryn 10% WP 66+600+300 3000 90 93 86 92 90 80 90 85 90 84 75 90.7 33.4
T3 Tembotrione 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% + Ametryn 16% WP 72+240+480 3000 90 93 86 92 90 82 90 80 90 84 70 90.2 32.6
T4 Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% SC 84+471+471 3000 90 92 86 90 90 80 90 80 90 84 70 89.8 32.1
T5 Tembotrione 2% + Metribuzin 20% + Ametryn 10% SC 66+600+300 3000 90 92 86 90 90 84 90 82 90 84 70 90.4 32.9
T6 Tembotrione 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% + Ametryn 16% SC 72+240+480 3000 90 95 85 90 90 82 90 82 90 84 70 89.3 31.3
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 120 + 1400 286 + 2000 75 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 80 17.6
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 70 65 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 70 40 82 20.6
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 1400 + 2000 2000 + 2500 70 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 35 80 17.6
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 35 40 52 52 45 62 45 45 52 25 78 14.7
T11 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 45 65 65 20 78 14.7
T12 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 80 17.6
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 18 20 18 13 14 20 13 19 12 11 68 NA

Table 130: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Topramezone + Metribuzin + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Topramezone 2.8% + Metribuzin 15.7% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 42+236+236 1500 85 90 90 90 90 80 95 80 95 95 55 76 35.23
T2 Topramezone 2.2% + Metribuzin 20% + Ametryn 10% WP 33+300+150 1500 85 90 90 90 90 82 95 80 95 95 60 75 33.45
T3 Topramezone 2.4% + Metribuzin 8% + Ametryn 16% WP 36+120+240 1500 85 90 90 90 90 82 95 82 95 95 50 75 33.45
T4 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 33.6 + 1400 100 + 2000 40 60 60 65 75 50 75 45 75 75 25 65 15.66
T5 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 33.6 + 2000 100 + 2500 35 65 65 68 68 40 75 45 70 70 30 65 15.66
T6 Metribuzin 70% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 1400 + 2000 2000 + 2500 40 65 60 70 70 45 75 45 70 70 30 62 10.32
T7 Topramezone 33.6 % SC 33.6 100 15 50 60 55 55 20 60 30 55 55 10 60 6.76
T8 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 35 40 25 50 60 40 60 30 65 65 12 60 6.76
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 30 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 12 60 6.76
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 20 14 18 16 14 15 17 13 12 12 18 56.2 NA

Table 131: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.7% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 258+51+471 3000 90 90 86 91 90 85 91 85 92 84 65 91.2 40.31
T2 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Ametryn 18.6% WP 342+42+558 3000 90 90 86 92 90 80 91 85 92 84 60 90.7 39.54
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Ametryn 20% WP 171+42+600 3000 90 90 86 92 90 82 91 80 92 84 65 90.2 38.77
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 450 + 67.5 1500 + 90 50 65 75 75 70 50 75 60 75 71 50 80 23.08
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Ametryn 80 % WDG 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 45 65 70 75 70 45 70 36 70 71 32 82 26.15
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + Ametryn 80 % WDG 67.5 + 2000 90 + 2500 50 62 64 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 80 23.08
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 50 40 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 75 15.38
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 10 15 20 20 16 40 28 30 30 50 72 10.77
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 78 20.00
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 10 14 16 13 12 16 16 17 15 12 11 65 NA

Table 132: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Atrazine 22.8% WP 171+42+684 3000 80 92 88 86 90 85 90 85 92 91 65 92.1 41.69
T2 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.7% + Atrazine 17.2% WP 255+51+516 3000 80 92 88 86 90 80 90 85 92 90 65 91.5 40.77
T3 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.1% + Atrazine 20% WP 342+30+600 3000 80 92 88 86 90 82 90 80 92 90 65 91.1 40.15
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 450 + 67.5 1500 + 90 30 65 60 70 72 50 75 60 78 70 50 81 24.62
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 50 65 70 70 72 45 70 35 70 70 20 83 27.69
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + Atrazine 50% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 4000 50 60 52 70 72 60 75 58 70 70 50 80 23.08
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 50 40 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 80 23.08
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 10 10 48 48 16 40 28 46 44 50 72 10.77
T9 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 10 82 26.15
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 10 15 13 12 12 13 16 11 15 13 14 65 NA

Table 133: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Maize crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(q/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 GS4 GS5 BL1 BL2 BL6 BL7 BL8 BL9 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.4% + Atrazine 22.8% WP 171+42+684 3000 82 90 89 92 90 89 88 90 91 92 92 60 75 46.48
T2 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.7% + Atrazine 17.2% WP 255+51+516 3000 81 90 88 93 91 89 88 90 91 92 92 60 74.8 46.09
T3 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.1% + Atrazine 20% WP 342+30+600 3000 82 91 87 92 91 90 88 91 91 91 92 60 74 44.53
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 450 + 67.5 1500 + 90 32 64 69 65 62 51 62 73 73 70 72 55 64 25.00
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 51 64 68 66 68 55 34 71 72 71 72 26 63 23.05
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + Atrazine 50% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 4000 52 62 68 64 54 61 54 72 72 71 73 50 62.8 22.66
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 22 20 25 61 42 42 34 52 44 54 52 10 60.4 17.97
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 13 15 15 40 40 18 30 44 42 47 40 50 61 19.14
T9 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 26 32 32 56 22 34 16 32 34 33 32 10 60 17.19
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 12 17 16 14 11 17 15 19 16 13 12 14 51.2 NA

Table 134: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8.5% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% WP 255+171+342 3000 85 92 91 92 90 94 90 89 90 91 54 88 35.38
T2 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% WP 342+255+600 3000 85 92 91 92 92 94 90 90 90 91 54 85 30.77
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 171+342+471 3000 85 92 91 92 90 94 90 85 92 91 54 85 30.77
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 65 65 65 75 75 55 70 40 75 75 35 75 15.38
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Ametryn 80 % WDG 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 65 62 65 75 72 50 65 45 75 70 35 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 2500 + 2500 65 62 65 70 70 58 65 40 74 75 35 75 15.38
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 25 25 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 74 13.85
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 45 60 25 65 65 25 72 10.77
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 78 20.00
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 14 13 16 14 14 16 18 15 14 12 14 65 NA

Table 135: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% + Ametryn 11.4% WP 72+171+342 3000 90 88 90 92 90 90 90 89 90 90 54 88 35.38
T2 Mesotrione 1.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% WP 42+255+600 3000 90 88 90 92 92 90 90 90 90 90 54 85 30.77
T3 Mesotrione 2% + 2,4-D Sodium11.4% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 60+342+471 3000 90 88 90 92 90 90 90 85 92 90 54 85 30.77
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 60 65 60 70 75 55 70 40 75 70 25 75 15.38
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 60 60 60 60 60 55 65 55 60 60 25 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 2500 + 2500 60 50 60 50 60 58 65 55 65 65 25 75 15.38
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 30 40 58 58 55 66 40 58 58 10 77 18.46
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 25 68 4.62
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 50 60 35 50 50 20 76 16.92
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 17 20 18 13 14 19 13 17 12 9 65 NA

Table 136: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Topramezone + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Topramezone 2.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% WP 32+128+600 1500 85 90 95 90 90 85 90 80 90 0 55 85 30.77
T2 Topramezone 1.8% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 27+171+236 1500 85 90 90 90 90 85 90 80 90 90 60 82 26.15
T3 Topramezone 4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% + Ametryn 16% WP 60+120+240 1500 80 90 90 90 90 85 90 80 90 90 60 82 26.15
T4 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 33.6 + 2000 100 + 2500 50 65 70 75 75 50 78 40 70 75 30 75 15.38
T5 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 33.6 + 2000 100 + 2500 40 70 70 70 70 35 72 40 70 70 30 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 2500 + 2500 50 70 70 70 70 50 70 40 70 75 30 75 15.38
T7 Topramezone 33.6 % SC 33.6 100 15 50 60 55 55 20 60 30 55 55 10 70 7.69
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 35 50 50 65 65 45 60 25 65 65 15 72 10.77
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 15 70 7.69
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 14 16 18 20 14 16 18 13 19 10 18 65 NA

Table 137: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + 2, 4 D Sodium + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4 D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% WP 342+213+600 3000 88 92 91 90 92 90 92 85 90 91 50 93.2 33.1
T2 Sulcotrione 8.5% + 2,4 D Sodium 5.7% + Atrazine 24.2% WP 255+171+726 3000 88 92 91 92 92 90 92 85 90 91 50 91.2 30.3
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4 D Sodium 8.5% + Atrazine 14.2% WP 171+255+426 3000 88 92 91 92 92 90 92 80 90 91 50 91 30.0
T4 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4 D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% SC 342+213+600 3000 85 90 90 90 92 85 90 80 90 90 50 90.8 29.7
T5 Sulcotrione 8.5% + 2,4 D Sodium 5.7% + Atrazine 24.2% SC 255+171+726 3000 85 90 90 90 92 84 90 82 90 90 40 91.4 30.6
T6 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4 D Sodium 8.5% + Atrazine 14.2% SC 171+255+426 3000 85 92 90 90 90 84 90 82 90 90 40 90.3 29.0
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 40 65 65 75 75 60 75 60 75 70 35 81 15.7
T8 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 50 65 70 75 70 55 70 35 70 70 20 83 18.6
T9 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Atrazin 50 % WP 2000 + 2000 2500 + 4000 50 60 52 70 70 60 75 58 70 70 30 81 15.7
T10 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 20 20 20 20 40 50 30 35 40 10 78 11.4
T11 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 22 78 11.4
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 18 81 15.7
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 15 12 13 15 14 16 17 17 15 12 10 70 NA

Table 138: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + 2, 4 D Sodium + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Maize crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(q/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 GS4 GS5 BL1 BL2 BL6 BL7 BL8 BL9 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% WP 342+213+600 3000 91 90 91 92 89 90 92 93 86 89 90 45 74 47.4
T2 Sulcotrione 8.5% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% + Atrazine 24.2% WP 255+171+726 3000 91 90 91 92 89 90 93 94 87 89 90 50 73.8 47.0
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Atrazine 14.2% WP 171+255+426 3000 91 90 91 92 90 90 92 93 87 90 90 50 74 47.4
T4 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 7.1% + Atrazine 20% SC 342+213+600 3000 86 91 90 91 91 89 93 91 89 90 91 50 73 45.4
T5 Sulcotrione 8.5% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% + Atrazine 24.2% SC 255+171+726 3000 86 91 90 90 90 88 93 92 88 91 92 50 72.8 45.0
T6 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Atrazine 14.2% SC 171+255+426 3000 86 91 91 91 91 89 93 92 89 91 91 45 72 43.4
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 42 64 64 66 70 72 62 71 62 73 70 25 64.4 28.3
T8 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 51 63 60 69 70 72 56 71 34 71 70 20 62 23.5
T9 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP + Atrazin 50 % WP 2000 + 2000 2500 + 4000 52 59 62 50 70 72 62 72 56 72 70 25 62.2 23.9
T10 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 22 52 60 42 60 56 44 52 34 52 42 10 58 15.5
T11 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 2000 2500 52 54 52 52 64 67 56 61 26 64 64 25 58.6 16.7
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 32 55 22 34 40 34 33 15 34 34 10 60 19.5
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 10 16 12 17 16 11 14 16 14 18 16 12 50.2 NA

Table 139: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Sulfentrazone + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% WP 342+342+255 3000 85 91 90 86 90 85 94 85 92 90 64 92.6 36.2
T2 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% WP 255+255+171 3000 85 91 90 86 90 80 94 85 92 90 65 91.9 35.1
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% WP 171+513+342 3000 85 91 90 86 90 82 94 80 92 90 64 91.4 34.4
T4 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% SC 342+342+255 3000 82 90 88 80 90 80 93 80 92 90 62 90.8 33.5
T5 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + 2,4-D Sodium 5.7% SC 255+255+171 3000 82 92 88 80 88 84 93 82 92 90 61 90.4 32.9
T6 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% SC 171+513+342 3000 82 92 88 80 88 82 92 82 91 90 62 90.3 32.8
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 450 + 720 1500+1500 55 65 60 72 71 60 75 60 70 70 50 81 19.1
T8 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 65 70 70 70 56 70 70 70 70 20 83 22.1
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 60 52 72 70 61 75 70 72 72 50 80 17.6
T10 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 25 30 35 30 35 40 30 35 30 10 75 10.3
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 25 40 30 40 45 50 45 35 40 45 40 80 17.6
T12 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 40 50 50 65 65 55 60 40 65 65 15 72 5.9
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 15 16 14 12 17 16 15 16 12 11 68 NA

Table 140: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Sulfentrazone + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 72+360+240 3000 84 90 88 86 92 85 91 85 90 92 85 92.3 35.7
T2 Mesotrione 3.2% + Sulfentrazone 16% + 2,4-D Sodium 12% WP 96+480+360 3000 84 90 88 86 92 80 93 85 90 92 86 91.6 34.7
T3 Mesotrione 1.6% + Sulfentrazone 24% + 2,4-D Sodium 16% WP 48+720+480 3000 84 90 88 86 92 82 93 80 90 92 85 91.2 34.1
T4 Mesotrione 2.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% SC 72+360+240 3000 82 90 88 80 90 80 93 80 90 92 85 90.8 33.5
T5 Mesotrione 3.2% + Sulfentrazone 16% + 2,4-D Sodium12% SC 96+480+360 3000 80 91 88 80 88 84 93 82 90 92 85 90.4 32.9
T6 Mesotrione 1.6% + Sulfentrazone 24% + 2,4-D Sodium16% SC 48+720+480 3000 80 91 88 80 88 82 92 82 90 92 84 90.3 32.8
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 300 + 720 750 + 1500 20 65 60 70 70 50 75 60 78 70 50 81 19.1
T8 Mesotrione 40 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 50 65 70 70 70 45 70 45 70 70 25 83 22.1
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 60 52 70 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 80 17.6
T10 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 54 64 58 58 45 66 35 58 58 10 77 13.2
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 10 10 10 45 40 45 45 40 45 40 50 78 14.7
T12 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 25 70 2.9
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 17 12 18 13 14 19 13 17 12 13 68 NA

Table 141: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Sulfentrazone + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 1.1% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% WP 33+513+342 3000 85 92 88 86 90 85 93 85 92 90 75 92.2 35.6
T2 Tembotrione 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 120+360+240 3000 85 92 88 86 90 80 93 85 92 90 75 91.7 34.9
T3 Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% WP 66+342+255 3000 85 92 88 86 90 82 93 80 92 90 75 91.2 34.1
T4 Tembotrione 1.1% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% SC 33+513+342 3000 82 90 88 80 90 80 93 80 92 90 65 90.8 33.5
T5 Tembotrione 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% SC 120+360+240 3000 80 92 88 80 88 84 93 82 92 90 68 90.4 32.9
T6 Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% SC 66+342+255 3000 80 92 88 80 88 82 92 82 92 90 70 90.3 32.8
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 120 + 720 286 + 1500 20 65 60 70 70 50 75 60 78 70 50 81 19.1
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 50 65 70 70 70 45 70 35 70 70 30 83 22.1
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 60 52 70 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 80 17.6
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 35 40 52 52 45 62 32 52 52 25 78 14.7
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 15 20 20 40 40 35 40 40 45 45 40 78 14.7
T12 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 15 80 17.6
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 11 14 18 18 14 15 18 13 12 10 10 68 NA

Table 142: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Topramezone + Sulfentrazone + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 60+180+120 1500 85 95 90 90 90 85 90 85 90 90 71 93.2 33.1
T2 Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% WP 30+171+128 1500 85 95 90 92 90 80 90 85 90 90 70 92.7 32.4
T3 Topramezone 1.4% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% WP 21+257+171 1500 85 95 90 92 90 82 90 80 90 90 70 92.2 31.7
T4 Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% SC 60+180+120 1500 82 92 90 90 90 80 90 80 90 90 65 91.8 31.1
T5 Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% SC 30+171+128 1500 85 92 90 90 90 84 90 82 90 90 66 92.4 32.0
T6 Topramezone 1.4% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% SC 21+257+171 1500 85 95 90 90 90 82 90 82 90 90 65 91.3 30.4
T7 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 33.6 + 720 100 + 1500 45 65 60 75 70 60 75 60 75 70 50 82 17.1
T8 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 33.6 + 2000 100 + 2500 50 65 70 75 70 55 70 35 70 70 20 84 20.0
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 82 17.1
T10 Topramezone 33.6 % SC 33.6 100 30 50 60 55 55 20 60 30 55 55 10 80 14.3
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 15 40 20 40 45 40 45 35 65 65 45 80 14.3
T12 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 40 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 15 82 17.1
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 18 13 18 16 14 15 17 13 12 11 18 70 NA

Table 143: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Sulfentrazone + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 22.8% WP 255+255+684 3000 91 95 88 90 93 85 92 85 92 85 70 93.9 42.3
T2 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 12.8% WP 171+513+384 3000 91 95 88 92 92 80 92 85 92 85 70 92.6 40.3
T3 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 17.1% WP 342+342+513 3000 91 95 88 92 92 82 92 80 92 85 70 92 39.4
T4 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 22.8% SC 255+255+684 3000 85 92 88 90 92 80 92 80 92 85 70 91.6 38.8
T5 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 12.8% SC 171+513+384 3000 85 92 88 90 92 84 92 82 92 85 70 92.2 39.7
T6 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 17.1% SC 342+342+513 3000 85 95 85 90 92 82 92 82 92 85 45 91.2 38.2
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6 % SC 450+720 1500+1500 30 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 72 45 82 24.2
T8 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazin 50 % WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 50 65 70 75 70 50 70 35 70 72 35 84 27.3
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Atrazin 50 % WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 4000 50 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 72 40 82 24.2
T10 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 30 25 30 35 40 35 30 40 30 10 80 21.2
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 25 40 20 40 40 40 45 35 45 40 40 80 21.2
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 12 82 24.2
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 12 13 16 16 14 16 18 11 14 12 10 66 NA

Table 144: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Sulfentrazone + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% WP 66+342+600 3000 91 93 88 90 93 85 90 85 90 86 80 93.8 34.0
T2 Mesotrione 1.7% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 28.5% WP 51+255+855 3000 91 93 88 92 92 80 90 85 90 86 84 92.5 32.1
T3 Mesotrione 1.1% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 14.2% WP 33+513+426 3000 91 93 88 92 92 82 90 80 90 86 80 92.2 31.7
T4 Mesotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Atrazine 20% SC 66+342+600 3000 84 92 88 90 92 80 90 80 90 86 80 91.6 30.9
T5 Mesotrione 1.7% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Atrazine 28.5% SC 51+255+855 3000 85 92 90 90 92 84 90 82 90 86 80 92.1 31.6
T6 Mesotrione 1.1% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Atrazine 14.2% SC 33+513+426 3000 85 95 85 90 92 82 90 82 90 86 80 91.2 30.3
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 300 + 720 750 + 1500 20 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 55 82 17.1
T8 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 4000 50 65 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 70 25 84 20.0
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Atrazine 50% WP 720 + 2000 1500 + 4000 50 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 82 17.1
T10 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 35 50 58 58 55 66 55 58 58 10 77 10.0
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 10 10 10 40 35 35 40 50 45 45 50 78 11.4
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 10 30 30 10 72 2.9
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 17 14 18 13 14 19 6 17 12 7 70 NA

Table 145: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Sulfentrazone + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 1.6% + Sulfentrazone 8% + Atrazine 26% WP 63+318+558 3000 90 94 88 90 93 85 90 85 92 86 80 93.9 39.1
T2 Tembotrione 2.6% + Sulfentrazone 16% + Atrazine 13.3% WP 80+480+400 3000 90 94 88 92 92 80 90 85 92 86 85 92.6 37.2
T3 Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6% + Atrazine 18.6% WP 50+240+780 3000 90 94 88 92 92 82 90 80 92 86 80 92 36.3
T4 Tembotrione 1.6% + Sulfentrazone 8% + Atrazine 26% SC 63+318+558 3000 84 92 88 90 92 80 90 80 92 86 80 91.6 35.7
T5 Tembotrione 2.6% + Sulfentrazone 16% + Atrazine 13.3% SC 80+480+400 3000 85 92 88 90 92 84 90 82 92 86 80 92.2 36.6
T6 Tembotrione 2.1% + Sulfentrazone 10.6% + Atrazine 18.6% SC 50+240+780 3000 85 95 85 90 92 82 90 82 92 86 80 91.2 35.1
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 120 + 720 286 + 1500 20 65 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 82 21.5
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Atrazine 50% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 4000 50 65 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 70 25 84 24.4
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Atrazine 50% WP 720 + 2000 1500 +4000 50 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 82 21.5
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 56 52 52 18 62 45 52 52 25 79 17.0
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 15 20 20 40 40 40 50 40 65 65 40 79 17.0
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 15 30 30 10 82 21.5
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 8 14 18 18 14 15 18 12 14 10 12 67.5 NA

Table 146: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 4% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2,4-D Sodium 12% WP 120+48+360 3000 92 92 90 92 90 90 90 86 90 86 70 84 29.23
T2 Tembotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 10% WP 96+72+300 3000 92 92 90 92 92 90 90 86 90 86 70 82 26.15
T3 Tembotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 72+60+240 3000 92 92 90 92 90 90 90 86 92 86 65 82 26.15
T4 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 120 + 67.5 286 + 90 65 65 58 70 75 55 70 60 75 70 55 75 15.38
T5 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 60 60 58 60 60 50 65 60 60 60 40 74 13.85
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 2500 50 50 55 50 60 58 65 55 65 65 55 75 15.38
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 56 52 52 45 62 45 52 52 25 68 4.62
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 10 10 10 40 35 35 40 30 40 40 50 72 10.77
T9 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 15 68 4.62
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 10 14 18 18 14 15 18 13 12 10 12 65 NA

Table 147: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium12% WP 96+72+360 3000 91 92 90 91 90 90 93 86 90 86 65 85.5 31.54
T2 Mesotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 48+48+480 3000 91 92 90 91 92 90 93 86 90 86 65 82 26.15
T3 Mesotrione 1.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2,4-D Sodium 16% WP 72+60+240 3000 91 92 90 91 90 90 93 86 92 86 65 82 26.15
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 300 + 67.5 750 + 90 65 65 58 70 75 55 70 60 75 70 50 75 15.38
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 60 60 58 60 60 50 65 60 60 60 30 74 13.85
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 2500 50 50 40 50 60 58 65 55 65 65 45 75 15.38
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 54 64 58 58 45 66 50 58 58 10 77 18.46
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 10 10 12 10 12 10 10 10 10 40 72 10.77
T9 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 40 65 65 20 68 4.62
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 7 18 21 18 13 12 18 13 19 10 11 65 NA

Table 148: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Maize crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(q/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 GS4 GS5 BL1 BL2 BL6 BL7 BL8 BL9 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 3.2% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 12% WP 96+72+360 3000 91 93 92 91 90 92 90 91 87 90 93 58 74 49.19
T2 Mesotrione 2.4% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 48+48+480 3000 90 92 91 93 91 91 88 91 88 91 93 57 73.6 48.39
T3 Mesotrione 1.6% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2,4-D Sodium 16% WP 72+60+240 3000 91 93 92 93 90 91 90 92 88 91 93 59 72 45.16
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 300 + 67.5 750 + 90 68 70 71 64 58 56 62 71 71 73 70 50 62 25.00
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 62 65 61 65 58 50 60 62 62 61 65 26 64 29.03
T6 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG + 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 2500 52 55 52 62 50 57 54 66 64 60 65 50 62.2 25.40
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 17 54 56 60 64 24 35 58 56 58 66 10 60 20.97
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 11 10 10 10 10 17 10 12 15 10 10 50 58 16.94
T9 2,4-D Sodium salt 80% WP 2000 2500 44 52 62 58 50 52 27 64 64 62 60 20 58.2 17.34
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 8 20 20 17 21 14 15 17 11 15 16 12 49.6 NA

Table 149: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Halosulfuron methyl + 2, 4-D Sodium on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8% + Halosulfuron methyl 1.6% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% WP 240+48+240 3000 92 92 91 92 90 91 90 89 90 93 60 84 29.23
T2 Sulcotrione 12% + Halosulfuron methyl 2% + 2,4-D Sodium 6% WP 360+60+180 3000 92 92 91 90 92 91 90 89 90 93 60 82 26.15
T3 Sulcotrione 16% + Halosulfuron methyl 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 7.2% WP 480+72+216 3000 92 90 91 92 90 90 90 89 92 93 65 82 26.15
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 450 + 67.5 1500 + 90 65 65 58 70 75 71 70 60 75 70 50 75 15.38
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 60 60 58 75 72 65 65 60 70 75 25 74 13.85
T6 Halosulfuron Methyl 75% WG + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 67.5 + 2000 90 + 2500 50 50 55 72 74 60 65 55 65 65 50 75 15.38
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 20 20 60 55 40 50 30 50 40 10 74 13.85
T8 Halosulfuron methyl 75% WG 67.5 90 12 20 20 48 48 16 30 28 30 30 50 72 10.77
T9 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 22 72 10.77
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 12 14 12 11 13 14 15 17 14 11 65 NA

Table 150: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 2.2% + 2,4-D Sodium 8.5% + Ametryn 20% WP 66+255+600 3000 85 92 90 90 90 90 90 89 90 90 54 88 35.38
T2 Tembotrione 1.8% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% + Ametryn 15.7% WP 54+342+471 3000 85 92 90 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 54 85 30.77
T3 Tembotrione 4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% + Ametryn 16% WP 120+240+480 3000 85 92 90 90 90 90 90 85 92 90 54 85 30.77
T4 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 60 65 60 70 75 55 70 45 75 70 30 75 15.38
T5 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 60 60 60 60 60 40 65 45 60 60 30 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 + 2000 2500 + 2500 60 50 60 50 60 58 65 45 65 65 30 75 15.38
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 56 52 52 45 62 45 52 52 25 68 4.62
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 40 40 40 45 45 50 45 30 45 45 20 72 10.77
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 45 45 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 68 4.62
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 18 20 18 13 14 20 13 19 12 14 65 NA

Table 151: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Metribuzin on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 1.7% + 2,4-D Sodium 11.4% + Metribuzin 14.2% SC 51+342+426 3000 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 89 90 90 50 86 32.31
T2 Tembotrione 3.2% + 2,4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% SC 96+360+360 3000 90 92 90 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 50 84 29.23
T3 Tembotrione 4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% + Metribuzin 6% SC 120+240+180 3000 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 85 92 90 50 84 29.23
T4 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 60 65 60 70 75 55 70 50 75 70 30 75 15.38
T5 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 120 + 1400 286 + 2000 60 60 60 60 60 35 65 50 60 60 30 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Metribuzin 70% WP 2000 + 1400 2500 + 2000 60 50 40 50 60 58 65 50 65 65 30 75 15.38
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 56 52 52 45 62 50 52 52 25 68 4.62
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 45 40 40 65 65 55 60 45 65 65 20 72 10.77
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 40 50 60 55 60 45 65 65 20 68 4.62
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 18 19 18 14 13 18 13 19 12 18 65 NA

Table 152: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + 2, 4-D Sodium + Metribuzin on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 3.2% + 2,4-D Sodium 12% + Metribuzin 12% WP 96+360+360 3000 91 92 93 90 90 90 91 89 90 90 50 86 30.30
T2 Mesotrione 2.4% + 2,4-D Sodium 8% + Metribuzin 6% WP 72+240+180 3000 91 92 93 90 92 90 91 90 90 90 55 84 27.27
T3 Mesotrione 1.6% + 2,4-D Sodium 16% + Metribuzin 20% WP 48+480+480 3000 91 92 93 90 90 90 91 85 92 90 55 84 27.27
T4 Mesotrione 40 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 2500 60 65 60 70 75 55 70 40 75 70 35 75 13.64
T5 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 300 + 1400 750 + 2000 60 60 60 60 60 60 65 55 60 60 35 74 12.12
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Metribuzin 70% WP 2000 + 1400 2500 + 2000 60 50 55 50 60 58 65 55 65 65 40 75 13.64
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 54 45 58 58 55 66 55 58 58 10 68 3.03
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 20 72 9.09
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 50 50 60 55 60 45 65 65 30 68 3.03
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 18 21 18 13 14 18 13 19 10 18 66 NA

Table 153: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + 2, 4 D Sodium + Metribuzin on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 11.4% + 2,4 D Sodium 8.5% + Metribuzin 8.5% SC 342+255+255 3000 91 92 90 90 90 90 92 89 90 90 52 86 32.31
T2 Sulcotrione 12% + 2,4 D Sodium 8% + Metribuzin 6% SC 360+240+180 3000 91 92 90 90 92 90 92 90 90 90 52 84 29.23
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + 2,4 D Sodium 11.4% + Metribuzin 14.2% SC 171+342+426 3000 91 92 90 90 90 90 92 85 92 90 52 84 29.23
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 2500 60 65 60 75 75 60 70 40 75 70 24 75 15.38
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 450 + 1400 1500 + 2000 60 60 60 75 70 56 65 75 70 72 25 74 13.85
T6 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP + Metribuzin 70% WP 2000 + 1400 2500 + 2000 60 60 55 75 70 58 65 50 65 65 25 75 15.38
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 30 40 30 35 40 40 20 30 40 10 80 23.08
T8 2,4-D Sodium 80% WP 2000 2500 50 50 50 65 65 55 60 25 65 65 22 72 10.77
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 20 80 23.08
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 17 12 14 15 12 12 14 16 17 13 10 65 NA

Table 154: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Metribuzin + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 1.8% + Metribuzin 18.6% + Atrazine 14.6% WP 54+558+ 438 3000 90 85 90 90 90 85 90 85 90 90 70 93.2 33.1
T2 Tembotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26.6% WP 66+160+798 3000 90 80 90 92 90 80 90 85 90 90 70 92.7 32.4
T3 Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.1% WP 84+280+633 3000 90 82 90 92 90 82 90 80 90 90 65 92.2 31.7
T4 Tembotrione 1.8% + Metribuzin 18.6% + Atrazine 14.6% SC 54+558+ 438 3000 90 80 90 90 90 80 90 80 90 90 50 91.8 31.1
T5 Tembotrione 2.2% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26.6% SC 66+160+798 3000 90 84 90 90 90 84 90 82 90 90 50 92.4 32.0
T6 Tembotrione 2.8% + Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.1% SC 84+280+633 3000 90 82 90 90 90 82 90 82 90 90 50 91.3 30.4
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 120 + 1400 286 + 2000 60 50 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 40 82 17.1
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Atrazine 50% WP 120 + 2000 286 + 4000 70 45 70 75 70 45 70 35 70 70 20 84 20.0
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP + Atrazine 50% WP 1400 + 2000 2000 + 4000 52 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 40 82 17.1
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 45 50 52 52 50 62 50 52 52 25 80 14.3
T11 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 50 50 60 55 60 50 65 65 25 80 14.3
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 10 82 17.1
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 18 20 18 15 14 18 10 19 12 10 70 NA

Table 155: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Mesotrione + Metribuzin + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% WP 39+300+684 3000 91 85 90 90 92 85 90 85 90 90 82 91.9 33.2
T2 Mesotrione 1.8% + Metribuzin 5.7% + Atrazine 28.5% WP 54+171+855 3000 91 80 90 92 92 80 90 85 90 90 85 91.2 32.2
T3 Mesotrione 2.4% + Metribuzin 20% + Atrazine 15.7% WP 72+600+471 3000 91 82 90 92 92 82 90 80 90 90 81 90.2 30.7
T4 Mesotrione 1.3% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% SC 39+300+684 3000 90 80 91 90 90 80 90 80 91 90 81 88.8 28.7
T5 Mesotrione 1.8% + Metribuzin 5.7% + Atrazine 28.5% SC 54+171+855 3000 90 84 91 90 90 84 90 82 91 90 81 90.6 31.3
T6 Mesotrione 2.4% + Metribuzin 20% + Atrazine 15.7% SC 72+600+471 3000 90 82 91 90 90 82 90 82 91 90 81 90.9 31.7
T7 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 300 + 1400 750 + 2000 60 50 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 50 82 18.8
T8 Mesotrione 40 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 300 + 2000 750 + 4000 70 45 70 75 70 45 70 50 70 70 20 83 20.3
T9 Metribuzin 70% WP + Atrazine 50% WP 1400 + 2000 2000 + 4000 52 60 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 50 82 18.8
T10 Mesotrione 40 % SC 300 750 18 40 40 58 58 40 50 35 58 58 10 80 15.9
T11 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 50 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 30 80 15.9
T12 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 10 30 30 10 78 13.0
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 18 12 18 13 14 18 6 19 11 6 69 NA

Table 156: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Metribuzin + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Metribuzin 5.7% + Atrazine 28.5% SC 255+171+855 3000 90 80 90 90 92 80 90 80 90 92 60 91.8 39.09
T2 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Metribuzin 10% + Atrazine 22.8% SC 342+300+684 3000 92 84 90 90 92 84 90 82 90 92 60 92.4 40.00
T3 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Metribuzin 20% + Atrazine 15.7% SC 171+600+471 3000 90 82 90 90 92 82 90 82 90 92 61 91.3 38.33
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 450 + 1400 1500 + 2000 60 50 60 76 75 64 75 60 75 71 55 82 24.24
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 450 + 2000 1500 + 4000 52 45 70 70 72 64 70 35 70 70 22 84 27.27
T6 Metribuzin 70% WP + Atrazine 50% WP 1400 + 2000 2000 + 4000 70 60 60 76 72 60 75 58 70 70 55 82 24.24
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 30 25 35 40 40 35 20 40 35 10 80 21.21
T8 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 55 60 30 65 65 20 80 21.21
T9 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 14 30 30 10 82 24.24
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 16 15 13 12 12 13 16 12 15 13 12 66 NA

Table 157: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Topramezone + Metribuzin + Atrazine on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Topramezone 1.6% + Metribuzin 18.6% + Atrazine 14.6% WP 24+279+220 1500 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 89 90 90 50 88 35.4
T2 Topramezone 2.1% + Metribuzin 5.3% + Atrazine 26% WP 32+80+390 1500 90 92 90 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 50 86 32.3
T3 Topramezone 2.4% + Metribuzin 9.3% + Atrazine 21.3% WP 36+140+320 1500 90 92 90 90 90 90 90 85 92 90 50 86 32.3
T4 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Metribuzin 70% WP 33.6 + 1400 100 + 2000 60 65 60 70 75 55 70 40 75 70 25 78 20.0
T5 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Atrazine 50% WP 33.6 + 2000 100 + 4000 60 60 60 60 60 50 65 30 60 60 25 76 16.9
T6 Metribuzin 70% WP + Atrazine 50% WP 1400 + 2000 2000 + 4000 60 50 40 55 60 58 65 30 65 65 25 76 16.9
T7 Topramezone 33.6 % SC 33.6 100 15 50 40 55 55 40 60 30 55 55 12 70 7.7
T8 Metribuzin 70% WP 1400 2000 40 40 25 50 60 50 60 30 60 60 10 70 7.7
T9 Atrazine 50% WP 2000 4000 25 30 20 30 35 30 30 10 30 30 10 72 10.8
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 15 16 18 19 13 17 18 12 12 14 18 65 NA

Table 158: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Tembotrione + Sulfentrazone + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Tembotrione 2.8% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 14.2% WP 84+513+426 3000 85 90 90 90 90 85 90 85 90 90 80 91.2 30.3
T2 Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% WP 66+342+600 3000 85 92 90 92 90 80 90 85 90 90 85 90.7 29.6
T3 Tembotrione 1.7% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Ametryn 11.4% WP 51+255+342 3000 85 92 90 92 90 82 90 80 90 90 80 90.2 28.9
T4 Tembotrione 2.8% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 14.2% SC 84+513+426 3000 82 90 90 90 90 80 90 80 90 90 80 88.8 26.9
T5 Tembotrione 2.2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% SC 66+342+600 3000 85 90 90 90 90 84 90 82 90 90 80 90.4 29.1
T6 Tembotrione 1.7% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Ametryn 11.4% SC 51+255+342 3000 85 90 90 90 90 82 90 82 90 90 80 90.3 29.0
T7 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 120 + 720 286 + 1500 20 75 60 75 70 50 75 60 75 70 55 82 17.1
T8 Tembotrione 34.4% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 120 + 2000 286 + 2500 50 75 70 75 70 45 70 55 70 70 30 83 18.6
T9 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 50 75 52 75 70 60 75 58 70 70 55 82 17.1
T10 Tembotrione 34.4% SC 120 286 14 48 56 52 52 55 62 55 52 52 25 80 14.3
T11 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 10 10 10 45 40 40 40 35 40 40 50 80 14.3
T12 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 20 78 11.4
T13 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 15 16 21 18 13 15 18 13 17 10 18 70 NA

Table 159: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Sulcotrione + Sulfentrazone + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Sulcotrione 5.7% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 10% SC 171+513+300 3000 82 92 90 91 90 85 90 91 90 91 75 91.2 34.12
T2 Sulcotrione 11.4% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 17.1% SC 342+342+513 3000 82 92 90 91 92 85 90 91 90 91 75 91.7 34.85
T3 Sulcotrione 8.5% + Sulfentrazone 8.5% + Ametryn 11.4% SC 255+255+342 3000 82 90 90 91 90 82 90 90 90 90 75 90.2 32.65
T4 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 450+720 1500+720 30 75 60 75 72 50 75 64 70 70 74 82 20.59
T5 Sulcotrione 30 % SC + Ametryn 80 % WDG 450+2000 1500+2500 50 75 70 75 72 55 70 65 70 70 60 83 22.06
T6 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 720+2000 1500+2500 50 75 65 75 70 60 75 65 70 75 65 82 20.59
T7 Sulcotrione 30 % SC 450 1500 20 30 40 40 45 30 35 30 50 40 15 80 17.65
T8 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 18 40 20 45 40 40 45 30 40 40 50 80 17.65
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 60 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 10 78 14.71
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 13 13 16 14 14 16 18 15 14 12 9 68 NA

Table 160: Effect of ternary herbicidal composition Topramezone + Sulfentrazone + Ametryn on weed control efficiency against Grasses, BLW and Sedges on Sugarcane crop

TN Treatments Dose Grasses BLW Sedges Yield
(ton/ha) % Yield Increase
g.a.i / ha gm - ml /ha GS1 GS2 GS3 BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL5 BL6 BL7 SD1
% Efficacy
T1 Topramezone 2% + Sulfentrazone 11.4% + Ametryn 20% WP 30+171+300 1500 80 92 90 95 96 85 96 92 95 92 71 95 37.68
T2 Topramezone 4% + Sulfentrazone 17.1% + Ametryn 15% WP 60+257+225 1500 95 90 95 96 95 87 95 90 95 92 70 95.4 38.26
T3 Topramezone 1.4% + Sulfentrazone 12% + Ametryn 30% WP 21+180+450 1500 95 92 92 96 96 90 95 90 95 92 71 92 33.33
T4 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 33.6 + 720 100 + 1500 30 60 60 75 70 60 70 65 70 70 60 80 15.94
T5 Topramezone 33.6 % SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 33.6 + 2000 100 + 2500 30 57 70 70 70 45 75 45 70 70 30 78 13.04
T6 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC + Ametryn 80% WDG 720 + 2000 1500 + 2500 25 60 70 70 65 60 70 70 70 70 55 80 15.94
T7 Topramezone 33.6 % SC 33.6 100 15 50 60 55 55 20 60 30 55 55 15 78 13.04
T8 Sulfentrazone 39.6% SC 720 1500 20 40 40 35 40 30 45 45 30 35 50 75 8.70
T9 Ametryn 80% WDG 2000 2500 20 55 60 50 50 30 60 35 50 50 10 76 10.14
T10 UTC (average count of 1 msq area) NA NA 18 13 16 14 16 15 18 13 13 10 16 69 NA

It is evident from the above tables 122-160 that the prepared ternary herbicidal compositions of the present invention gave good control on tested weeds/undesired vegetation on sugarcane and maize crops wherein all the prepared ternary compositions found superior as compared to the reference products (solo or binary compositions).
It has also been found that use of ternary herbicidal compositions of present invention not only gave better efficiency by using low a.i., content compared to binary and solo compositions but also broaden the spectrum of composition as the binary compositions are not providing sufficient weed control for given duration.
It has also been found that the ternary herbicidal compositions of present invention provides a readymade solution to control the grasses, broad leaved weeds and sedges in one go.
It has also been evident from table 122-160 that higher yield of cane and maize grain is observed by using the ternary herbicidal compositions of present invention compared to solo and binary compositions. It is evident from table 122-160 that % increase in cane yield and maize grain yield against control, solo and binary combinations are much higher.
From the foregoing it will be observed that numerous modifications and variations can be effectuated without departing from the true spirit and scope of the novel concepts of the present invention. It is to be understood that no limitations with respect to the specific embodiments illustrated is intended or should be inferred. It should be understood that all such modifications and improvements have been deleted herein for the sake of conciseness and readability but are properly within the scope of the following claims.
,CLAIMS:We Claim:
1. A ternary herbicidal compositions comprising:
a) first herbicide A, selected from class of HPPD inhibiting herbicides such as, Mesotrione or Sulcotrione or Tembotrione or Topramezone;
b) second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin;
c) third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin; and
d) agriculturally acceptable excipients.
2. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 1 comprising:
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
b) first herbicide A, Sulcotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2,4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
c) first herbicide A, Tembotrione and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
d) first herbicide A, Topramezone and second herbicide B, selected from Halosulfuron methyl or Sulfentrazone or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium, or Metribuzin and third herbicide C, selected from Ametryn or Atrazine or 2, 4-D Sodium or Metribuzin;
3. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 1 wherein,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1-25% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 0.2-10 % w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 0.1-6% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 5-35% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 5-40% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 5-50% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 2-25% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1-35% w/w.

4. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 1 wherein,
a) first herbicide A, Mesotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.3-1.9% w/w or Sulcotrione is present in an amount in the range from 5.3-16% w/w or Tembotrione is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-4% w/w or Topramezone is present in an amount in the range from 1.4-4% w/w;
b) second herbicide B, Halosulfuron methyl is present in an amount in the range from 1.1-2.4% w/w or Sulfentrazone is present in an amount in the range from 8-24% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 13.3-25% w/w or 2,4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.5-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 1.6-20% w/w;
c) third herbicide C, Ametryn is present in an amount in the range from 10-20% w/w or Atrazine is present in an amount in the range from 8-28.5% w/w or 2, 4-D Sodium is present in an amount in the range from 5.7-16% w/w or Metribuzin is present in an amount in the range from 6-20% w/w.

5. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 1, wherein the compositions are formulated as Capsule suspension (CS), Dispersible concentrate (DC), Dustable powder (DP), Emulsion water-in-oil (EO), Emulsifiable powder (EP), Micro-emulsion (ME), Oil-dispersion (OD), Oil miscible flowable concentrate (OF), Oil miscible liquid (OL), Oil dispersible powder (OP), Suspension concentrate (SC), Suspension concentrate for direct application (SD), Suspo-emulsion (SE), Water soluble granule (SG), Soluble concentrate (SL), Water soluble powder (SP), Water dispersible granules (WDG/WG), Wettable powder (WP), a mixed formulation of CS and SC (ZC) or a mixed formulation of CS and SE (ZE), preferably Wettable powder (WP) and Suspension concentrate (SC).

6. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 1, wherein the agriculturally acceptable excipients is selected from the group comprising of dispersing agent, wetting agent, dispersing cum wetting agent, safener, defoamer/antifoamer, anti-freeze agent, biocide/preservative, pH-stabilizer, thickener, anti-caking agent, filler and diluent.

7. The ternary herbicidal compositions as claimed in claim 6, wherein,
a) the dispersing agent is selected from the group comprising sodium salts of naphthalene sulfonates condensed with formaldehyde, sodium lignosulphonate salt, sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, blend of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid, mixture of salt of naphthalene sulphonic acid and phenol sulphonic acid condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant, sodium polycarboxylate, polymethyl methacrylate-polyethylene oxide graft copolymer, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate ester, ethoxylated polyarylphenol phosphate amine salt, secondary alcohol ethoxylated or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-15% w/w;
b) the wetting agent is selected from the group comprising sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, alkyl napthalene sulphonate, sodium alkyl dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium dibutyl naphthalene sulfonate, sodium alkyl naphthalene sulfonate blend, sodium isopropyl naphthalene sulphonate, sodium butyl naphthalene sulfonate, a copolymer condensate of ethylene and propylene oxide, polyalkylene glycol ether polymeric surfactant, ethoxylated isodecyl alcohol, sodium dioctyl sulphosuccinate or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-5% w/w;
c) the dispersing cum wetting agent is selected from the group comprising proprietary blend of phosphate ester and sodium naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensate, modified styrene acrylic polymeric dispersant or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 1-8% w/w;
d) the safener is selected from the group comprising isoxadifen-ethyl, mefenpyr-diethyl and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w;
e) the anti-caking agent is selected from the group comprising precipitated silica, organic bentonite, polyolefin particles and fumed silica and present in an amount in the range from 1 to 7% w/w;
f) the defoamer is selected from the group comprising silicon antifoam, silicon powder antifoam, polydimethylsiloxane antifoam emulsion and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w;
g) the biocide/preservative is selected from the group comprising 20% aqueous dipropylene glycol solution of 1,2- benzisothiazolin-3-one, formaldehyde, potassium sorbate, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid esters, 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, 5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.01 to 5% w/w.
h) the anti-freeze agent is selected from the group comprising glycerol, propylene glycol, diethylene glycol, monoethylene glycol or a combination thereof and present in an amount from 1 to 10% w/w;
i) the thickener is selected from the group comprising xanthan gum, polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethylcellulose, polyvinylpyrrolidone, carboxyvinyl polymer, acrylic polymer, starch derivative, polysaccharide, high purity silica, white carbon or a combination thereof and present in an amount in the range from 0.1-10% w/w;
j) the pH stabilizer is citric acid and present in an amount in the range from 0.5-5% w/w;
k) the filler is selected from the group comprising silica, sodium bicarbonate, china clay, lactose, bentonite clay, kaolin, diatomaceous earth or a combination thereof and present in an amount quantity sufficient, provided when filler combinations is used then first filler is present in an amount in the range from 1-10% w/w and second filler is present in an amount quantity sufficient; and
l) the diluent is demineralised water and present in an amount quantity sufficient.