Microbial cell (Methylococcus capsulatus): 1 x 109 cfu/g (Powder)
A live-microorganism biostimulant in powder form, notified under FCO Schedule VI. Key notified measures: Solubility ≥ 100 % solubility. Notified for paddy (rice) and maize.
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Composition
As notified in the Gazette, ingredient by ingredient.
| Ingredient | Content | Limit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | Microbial cell (Methylococcus capsulatus) concentrate, cfu/g, minimum | 1x109CFU per gram | Minimum |
Specifications (label claims)
The parameters a sample must meet, with the Part D method used to test each one.
| Parameter | Notified value | Test method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | Methylococcus capsulatus cfu/g, minimum | 1x109CFU per gram | Method 27: Enumeration of Methylococcus capsulatus |
| ii | Bulk density (gram/cc) | 0.55 ± 0.02Density | Method 3: Estimation of bulk density |
| iii | pH (1% aqueous solution) | 5-6pH | Method 1: Estimation of pH |
| iv | Solubility per cent., minimum | 100% solubility | Method 5: Estimation of water solubility |
Tolerance (Schedule VI Part B, S.O. 2346(E)): Methylococcus capsulatus: Total viable count shall not be less than 5 × 10^7 cfu/g.
Crops and doses
The Gazette wording is what counts; per-acre figures use 1 hectare = 2.47105 acres.
| Crop | Gazette dose | Per acre, each application | Per acre, season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy (rice) | Three applications (One seedling dip and two foliar applications) at 40 g/ha | 16.2 g | 48.6 g |
| Maize | Two foliar applications at 40 g/ha | 16.2 g | 32.4 g |
Notification history
- 26 May 2025S.O. 2346(E): entry inserted
Official notifications: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, biostimulant circulars.
Before you buy or stock it
- Check that the product name, composition and crop on the pack match this page.
- Use only the notified dose for your crop; the calculator converts it to your area.
- Ask the seller for the batch number and expiry date, and keep the bill.
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Consolidated by NanoKheti from the Gazette of India notifications under Schedule VI of the Fertiliser (Inorganic, Organic or Mixed) (Control) Order, 1985, for reference. The Gazette text is authoritative; this page is not legal advice. Check the notification before labelling, licensing or buying. Covers notifications up to S.O. 1574(E) (25 Mar 2026); checked for later Schedule VI changes on 19 October 2026. Questions? Ask our agri expert on WhatsApp.