About Blue Copper Fungicide
Blue Copper Fungicide is a Crystal product containing Copper Oxychloride 50% WP. It is a copper-based broad-spectrum fungicide used for controlling fungal as well as bacterial diseases through contact action.
Blue Copper Fungicide is recommended in crops such as citrus, chillies, betel, banana, coffee, potato, tobacco, tomato, grapes, coconut and cardamom. It helps control diseases such as leaf spot, canker, fruit rot, foot rot, black rot, rust, early blight, late blight, downy mildew, black shank, frog eye leaf, bud rot and clump rot.
Blue Copper Fungicide Technical Name
Copper Oxychloride 50% WP
Product Specifications
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Mode of Entry: Contact action
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Mode of Action: Blue Copper works through contact action on the crop surface. It gradually releases copper ions due to less solubility, helping control disease for a longer period. Its fine particles stick to leaves and help restrict fungal growth.
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Time of Application: Apply as per crop and disease recommendation.
Key Features & Benefits
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Broad Spectrum: Controls labelled fungal and bacterial disease groups such as leaf spots, rots, blights, rust, downy mildew and canker.
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Effective Against: Leaf spot, citrus canker, fruit rot, foot rot, black rot, rust, early blight, late blight, downy mildew, black shank, frog eye leaf, bud rot and clump rot.
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Better Leaf Sticking: Fine particles help the product stick to leaves and restrict fungal growth.
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Longer Disease Control: Blue Copper gradually releases copper ions due to less solubility, helping control disease for a longer period.
Blue Copper Fungicide Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crops |
Target disease |
Dosage / Acre |
Dilution in water / Acre |
Dosage / L of water |
Citrus |
Leaf spot, Canker |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Chillies |
Leaf spot, Fruit rot |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Betel |
Foot rot, Leaf spot |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Coffee |
Black rot, Rust |
1.5 to 2.2 kg |
300 to 400 L |
3.75 to 7.33 g |
Potato |
Early blight, Late blight |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Tobacco |
Downy mildew, Black shank, Frog eye leaf |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Tomato |
Early blight, Late blight, Leaf spot |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Grapes |
Downy mildew |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Coconut |
Bud rot |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Cardamom |
Clump rot |
1.5 to 2.2 kg |
300 to 400 L |
3.75 to 7.33 g |
Cardamom |
Leaf spot |
1 kg |
300 to 400 L |
2.5 to 3.33 g |
Foliar Spray: Apply Blue Copper Fungicide as a foliar spray using the recommended crop wise dose and water volume. Spray uniformly so that the solution covers leaves, fruits and disease-prone plant parts properly.
Apply Blue Copper Fungicide as per the crop and disease recommendation.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank Mix Compatibility
- For field level use, consult an agronomist before tank mixing Blue Copper Fungicide with other products.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full sleeve clothing and safety goggles while spraying.
- Do not spray on windy days to prevent spray drift.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling or applying the product.
- Wash hands, face and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
- Keep out of reach of children, pets and livestock.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
- In case of accidental ingestion, inhalation or eye exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry and well ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed, fertilizers and water sources. Keep the product in its original sealed container.
Blue Copper Fungicide Expert Advice
“Crystal Blue Copper is an excellent broad-spectrum fungicide used to control both fungal and bacterial diseases in various crops. For best results apply Blue Copper fungicide as per the recommendation.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information
- It controls fungal as well as bacterial diseases through contact action.
- The product controls the fungus resistant to other fungicides.
- Follow resistance management guidelines where applicable.
- Avoid repeated applications of fungicides with the same mode of action where rotation is possible.
- Follow all crop specific recommendations mentioned on the product label.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
