Phenolic compound (3 %) (Liquid)
A antioxidant biostimulant in liquid form, notified under FCO Schedule VI. Key notified measures: Phenolic compound ≥ 3.00 % w/v; Total organic carbon ≥ 0.5 % w/w. Notified for cucumber, maize and tomato.
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Composition
As notified in the Gazette, ingredient by ingredient.
| Ingredient | Content | Limit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | Phenolic compound percent weight by volume, minimum (Source: Brown coals) | 3% w/v | Minimum |
| ii | Water per cent. weight by volume | 97% w/v | Exact / specified |
| iii | 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 | Phenolic compound per cent. weight by volume, minimum | 3.00% w/v | Method 11: Estimation of total poly-phenols |
| ii | pH (1% aqueous solution) | 2.5 ± 1pH | Method 1: Estimation of pH |
| iii | Total organic carbon per cent. by weight minimum | 0.5% w/w | Method 4: Estimation of organic matter and organic carbon |
| iv | Specific gravity | 1.17-1.20Specific gravity | Method 2: Estimation of specific gravity |
| v | Solubility per cent. by weight minimum | 100% w/w | Method 5: Estimation of water solubility |
| vi | Total dissolved solids per cent. by weight minimum *Note: Product label shall include Caution: Use only as directed. Avoid direct contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, seek medical advice immediately. Not to be drained in fresh water source. | 3% w/w | Estimation of TDS/TSS |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cucumber | Three soil applications at 1125 ml/ha | 455 ml | 1.37 litre |
| Maize | Two soil applications at 5 litre/ha | 2.02 litre | 4.05 litre |
| Tomato | Four foliar applications at 1875 ml/ha | 759 ml | 3.04 litre |
Notification history
- 13 Aug 2025S.O. 3742(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.