UPL Saaf is a gold-standard fungicide trusted by millions for its unique dual-action formula. By blending Carbendazim (12%) and Mancozeb (63%), Saaf provides both a protective contact barrier on the leaf surface and systemic internal protection that moves through the plant's vascular system. This "inside-out" defense makes it highly effective against a broad spectrum of diseases, from stubborn Paddy Blast to Fruit Rot. Whether used as a seed treatment, soil drench, or foliar spray,
Technical, Dosage, & Application Table
UPL Saaf is a WP (Wettable Powder) formulation. Its strength lies in the synergy between its two active ingredients.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Active Ingredients |
Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP |
| Mode of Action |
Systemic (Carbendazim) & Contact (Mancozeb) |
| FRAC Group |
1 (Benzimidazole) + M03 (Multi-site) |
| Typical Dosage |
2 g per Liter of water (or 300-500g per acre) |
| Compatibility |
Compatible with most pesticides (except Lime/Sulfur) |
| Residue Risk |
Low, when used according to PHI guidelines |
Crop-Specific Dosage Chart
| Crop |
Disease Focus |
Dosage (per Acre) |
Application Method |
| Paddy (Rice) |
Blast, Leaf Spot |
300g – 500g |
Foliar Spray at tilt/panicle stage |
| Groundnut |
Tikka Leaf Spot, Rust |
200g – 250g |
Foliar Spray or Seed Treatment |
| Potato / Tomato |
Early & Late Blight |
300g – 400g |
Foliar Spray every 10–14 days |
| Grapes / Mango |
Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew |
2g per Liter |
Spray during vegetative & fruiting |
| Chilli |
Fruit Rot, Dieback |
300g |
Apply at the onset of flowering |
UPL Saaf combines Carbendazim and Mancozeb for superior systemic and contact control against Blight, Blast, and Rot
