Mixture of Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum) extract, Vinasse and corn steep liquor- 63.6%
A mixed-formulation biostimulant, notified under FCO Schedule VI. Key notified measures: Alginic acid ≥ 0.50 % w/w; Fucoidan ≥ 2.00 % w/w. Notified for maize, paddy (rice) and soybean.
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Composition
As notified in the Gazette, ingredient by ingredient.
| Ingredient | Content | Limit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum) extract per cent. by weight, minimum | 18.2% w/w | Minimum |
| ii | Vinasse per cent. by weight, minimum | 40.0% w/w | Minimum |
| iii | Corn steep liquor per cent. by weight, minimum | 5.4% w/w | Minimum |
| iv | Disodium molybdate per cent. by weight, minimum | 1.30% w/w | Minimum |
| v | Mn- EDTA per cent. by weight, minimum | 15.40% w/w | Minimum |
| vi | Asparagine per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.1% w/w | Minimum |
| vii | L- tryptophan per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.1% w/w | Minimum |
| viii | Vitamin B1 per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.05% w/w | Minimum |
| ix | Vitamin B6 per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.05% w/w | Minimum |
| x | Vitamin B3 per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.1% w/w | Minimum |
| xi | Vitamin B5 per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.05% w/w | Minimum |
| xii | Starch per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.50% w/w | Minimum |
| xiii | BIT (Benzisothiazolinone)10% water solution per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.475% w/w | Minimum |
| xiv | 2- phenoxyethanol per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.50% w/w | Minimum |
| xv | Alkylpolyglucosides per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.75% w/w | Minimum |
| xvi | Water per cent. by weight | Q.S.% w/w | Exact / specified |
| xvii | Total (per cent.) | 100 | Exact / specified |
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 | Alginic acid per cent. by weight, minimum | 0.50% w/w | Method 7: Detection and quantification of alginic acid |
| ii | Fucoidan per cent. by weight, minimum | 2.00% w/w | Method 9: Detection and quantification of fucoidan |
| iii | Specific gravity | 1.25 ± 0.05Specific gravity | Method 2: Estimation of specific gravity |
| iv | Total dissolved solids per cent. by weight, minimum | 6.14% w/w | Estimation of TDS/TSS |
| v | pH (10% aqueous solution) | 7.5 ± 0.5pH | Method 1: Estimation of pH |
| vi | Organic carbon per cent. by weight, minimum | 14.30% w/w | Method 4: Estimation of organic matter and organic carbon |
| vii | Solubility per cent. by weight, minimum * Note: The product label shall include caution: Use only as directed. Avoid direct contact with eyes and skin. Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, seek medical advice immediately. | 100% w/w | Method 5: Estimation of water solubility |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | Seed treatment at 200 ml/100kg seed | No automated per-acre conversion because the notified wording contains multiple or non-standard rates; verify manually. | — |
| Paddy (rice) | Seed treatment at 100 ml/100kg seed | No automated per-acre conversion because the notified wording contains multiple or non-standard rates; verify manually. | — |
| Soybean | Seed treatment at 200 ml/100kg seed | No automated per-acre conversion because the notified wording contains multiple or non-standard rates; verify manually. | — |
Notification history
- 25 Mar 2026S.O. 1574(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.
