Germ Kill is a fungicide with both protective/contact and internal absorption activity. According to the product label, its active ingredients can be absorbed through the roots, stems and leaves and transported within the plant.
It is intended for managing a range of fungal diseases affecting crops such as tomato, cucumber, onion, potato, cowpea and fruit trees, including citrus, mango and cashew.
The product comes in a convenient 50g pack, suitable for farmers who need a practical quantity for crop disease management.
Active Ingredients
- Copper Oxychloride — 35%
- Metalaxyl — 15%
Target Diseases
The label lists control of diseases including:
- Downy mildew
- Early blight
- Angular leaf spot
- Bean rust
- Citrus canker
- Anthracnose
- Powdery mildew
- Black pod disease (BBS)
Application & Dosage
| Crop | Target Disease | Dosage per 15L Knapsack | PHI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetables – onion, tomato, cucumber, cowpea etc. | Downy mildew, early/late blight, angular leaf spot, bean rust | 45–60g | 14 days |
| Fruit trees – citrus, mango, cashew | Citrus canker, anthracnose, powdery mildew, BBS | 50–75g | 7 days |
PHI = Pre-Harvest Interval, meaning the minimum period specified on the label between application and harvest.
How to Use
- Read the product label before application.
- Use a properly maintained and calibrated sprayer.
- Measure the recommended quantity according to the crop.
- Mix with water according to the label instructions.
- Apply using a knapsack or mounted boom sprayer.
- For disease management, the label recommends spraying at the beginning of disease appearance.
- Do not exceed the recommended application frequency; the label states not to use more than three times per season.
Important Safety Information
- Wear protective clothing, gloves and appropriate face/eye protection when mixing and applying.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product.
- Keep away from children.
- Do not contaminate ponds, dams, waterways or ditches with the product or used container.
- Store in the original, tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
- Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
- Follow the product label and applicable agricultural regulations.
First Aid
According to the label:
- Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes.
- Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water for 15 minutes.
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; seek medical attention immediately.
Key Features
- Systemic and contact fungicide
- Contains Copper Oxychloride 35%
- Contains Metalaxyl 15%
- Suitable for vegetables and fruit trees
- Helps manage a range of fungal diseases
- Suitable for knapsack and mounted boom sprayers
- Convenient 50g pack
Product Specifications
Product: Germ Kill
Type: Copper fungicide
Formulation: Copper Oxychloride 35% + Metalaxyl 15%
Pack Size: 50g
Application: Foliar spraying
Equipment: Knapsack or mounted boom sprayer
Target: Fungal diseases in vegetables and fruit trees
