01What is Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC?+
Hexxon is a fungicide manufactured by Deep Soil Agrology Limited, containing Hexaconazole 5% as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulation. Crop-wise use, application rates and dilution guidance are provided below. Use only as directed on the approved product label.
02Which crops and pests are listed for Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC?+
Apple — Scab; Rice (Paddy) — Blast, Sheath blight; Groundnut — Tikka leaf spot; Mango — Powdery mildew; Soybean — Rust; Tea — Blister blight; Grapes — Powdery mildew
03What application rates are listed for Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC?+
Apple — Scab: 0.0025% A.I. 0.05% (50 ml/100 L water) formulation; water dilution: As required; waiting period: 30 days. Rice (Paddy) — Blast, Sheath blight: 20.2 g A.I. 405 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 40 days. Groundnut — Tikka leaf spot: 30.4 g A.I. 607 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 30 days. Mango — Powdery mildew: 0.005% (5 g/100 L water) A.I. 0.1% (100 ml/100 L water) formulation; water dilution: As required; waiting period: 30 days. Soybean — Rust: 0.005% (5 g/100 L water) A.I. 0.1% (100 ml/100 L water) formulation; water dilution: As required; waiting period: 30 days. Tea — Blister blight: 4.05 g A.I. 80.9 ml formulation; water dilution: 28.3-36.4 (power sprayer) 70.8-80.9 (knapsack sprayer); waiting period: 7 days. Grapes — Powdery mildew: 10.1-20.2 g A.I. 202-405 ml formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 14 days
04What are the listed features of Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC?+
Contains Hexaconazole 5% as the active ingredient; Formulated as an Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC); Fungicide category product for disease management; Registered use in rice, among other listed crops; Controls blast and sheath blight; Systemic, ergosterol-biosynthesis-inhibiting mode of action
05How does Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC work?+
Hexaconazole is a triazole (DMI) fungicide that inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis by blocking the 14α-demethylase enzyme, which is required for fungal cell membrane formation. This disrupts membrane integrity and normal fungal growth. Hexaconazole is systemic and is classified under FRAC Group 3 (DMI fungicides).
06How should Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC be applied?+
Hexxon (Hexaconazole 5% EC) is diluted in the recommended volume of water and applied as a foliar spray in rice, using standard knapsack or boom sprayers, following the approved product label.
07What safety guidance applies to Hexxon – Hexaconazole 5% EC?+
Use strictly as per the directions on the approved product label
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during mixing and spraying
Avoid spray drift onto sensitive or non-target crops
Keep out of reach of children and away from food, feed, and water sources
Store in a cool, dry place in original packaging
