Multiplex Nagastha-180 Non-Ionic Wetting, Spreading and Penetrating Agent

Multiplex Nagastha-180 for Improved Spray Coverage and Water Management

Multiplex Nagastha-180 is a concentrated non-ionic agricultural spray adjuvant that works as a wetting, spreading and penetrating agent. It helps compatible spray solutions distribute more uniformly over treated plant surfaces, supporting improved contact and coverage.

Nagastha-180 can be used with label-compatible nutrients, insecticides, fungicides and post-emergence herbicides. It also has a separate irrigation application that helps improve soil wetting and water-holding behaviour when used according to the manufacturer's recommendation.

Multiplex Nagastha-180 Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Name	Multiplex Nagastha-180
Brand	Multiplex
Product Category	Agricultural spray adjuvant
Technical Composition	Non-ionic spray adjuvant concentrate
Primary Functions	Wetting, spreading and penetrating action
Form	Liquid concentrate
Recommended Crops	All crops where foliar spraying is carried out
Foliar Spray Dose	0.4–0.5 ml per litre of prepared spray solution
Irrigation Dose	160 ml in 100 litres of water per acre before irrigation
Suitable Spray Partners	Compatible nutrients, insecticides, fungicides and post-emergence herbicides
Additional Soil Function	Supports improved soil water-holding capacity
Available Pack Sizes	100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre and 5 litre

Technical Composition and Functions

Component Type	Function
Non-ionic spray adjuvant concentrate	Supports compatibility with suitable agricultural spray solutions
Wetting action	Helps the spray solution wet difficult plant surfaces
Spreading action	Helps spray droplets cover a larger and more uniform surface area
Penetrating action	Supports contact and uptake of the accompanying foliar spray

Technical note: The official Multiplex product page identifies Nagastha-180 as a non-ionic spray adjuvant concentrate but does not describe it as silicon-based or specify a silicon concentration. Therefore, silicon-based claims should only be added if they are printed on the current physical product label.

Key Features of Multiplex Nagastha-180

• Non-ionic formulation: Developed as a concentrated non-ionic agricultural spray adjuvant.
• Improved spreading: Helps distribute spray droplets over more of the treated leaf or weed surface.
• Better wetting: Supports wetting of waxy and other difficult-to-cover plant surfaces.
• Penetration support: Helps the accompanying compatible input make improved contact with treated plant tissues.
• Uniform spray deposit: Supports more even distribution of spray solution over treated crop parts.
• Soil-wetting use: Can be applied before irrigation according to the official soil-use recommendation.
• Biodegradable: Described by the manufacturer as biodegradable.

Benefits for Farmers

• Helps reduce the surface tension of prepared spray water.
• Supports uniform coverage of upper and lower leaf surfaces.
• Helps reduce spray runoff and uneven droplet deposition.
• Supports the performance of compatible insecticides and fungicides.
• Helps post-emergence herbicides cover target weed foliage more uniformly.
• Supports efficient contact of micronutrients and foliar fertilizers with leaves.
• May improve soil wetting and water-holding behaviour when applied before irrigation.
• Suitable for use across different crops and growth stages where foliar spraying is required.

Recommended Crops and Spray Uses

Crop Group	Example Crops	Suitable Applications
Vegetable crops	Tomato, chilli, brinjal, okra and cucurbits	Compatible insecticide, fungicide and foliar nutrient sprays
Fruit crops	Mango, banana, grapes, pomegranate and citrus	Compatible crop-protection and foliar nutrition sprays
Field crops	Paddy, wheat, maize, cotton and sugarcane	Compatible pesticides, foliar nutrients and post-emergence herbicides
Pulses and oilseeds	Red gram, green gram, soybean and groundnut	Compatible foliar crop-protection and nutrition sprays
Plantation crops	Coconut, tea, coffee and arecanut	Sprays requiring improved wetting and canopy coverage
Horticultural crops	Flowers, fruits and other label-approved crops	Compatible foliar spray applications

Nagastha-180 can be used in all crops where foliar spray is carried out. The main pesticide, herbicide, fungicide or fertilizer must still be registered and recommended for the selected crop.

Suitable Spray Partners

Spray Input	Role of Nagastha-180
Insecticide	Supports uniform spray deposition on pest-active crop surfaces
Fungicide	Helps improve wetting and coverage of treated foliage
Post-emergence herbicide	Supports spreading and penetration on target weed foliage
Micronutrient	Helps prepared nutrient spray contact a larger leaf area
Foliar fertilizer	Supports uniform deposition of the prepared nutrient solution

Dosage and Application Method

Application Type	Recommended Dose	Application Method
General foliar spray	0.4–0.5 ml per litre of prepared spray solution	Add to a properly prepared and compatible spray mixture
15-litre spray pump	6–7.5 ml	Based on the official foliar dose
16-litre spray pump	6.4–8 ml	Based on the official foliar dose
200-litre spray solution	80–100 ml	Adjust quantity according to the actual final spray volume
Use before irrigation	160 ml in 100 litres of water per acre	Wet the ground with the prepared solution before irrigation

Dose note: Do not calculate the foliar dose only by land area. Nagastha-180's foliar recommendation is based on the final spray-water volume: 0.4–0.5 ml per litre. Its separate soil-use recommendation is 160 ml in 100 litres of water per acre before irrigation.

How to Use Nagastha-180 in Foliar Spray

1. Read the labels of Nagastha-180 and every intended tank-mix product.
2. Fill the spray tank halfway with clean water.
3. Add the required pesticide, fungicide, herbicide or foliar fertilizer according to its label.
4. Add the remaining required water and agitate the spray solution thoroughly.
5. Measure Nagastha-180 at 0.4–0.5 ml per litre of final spray solution.
6. Add it gradually with gentle tank agitation to avoid unnecessary foaming.
7. Spray uniformly over the target crop or weed surface.
8. Cover both sides of leaves where the main spray product requires complete coverage.
9. Avoid excessive application that causes the spray solution to run off.
10. Use the prepared spray mixture on the same day.

How to Use Nagastha-180 Before Irrigation

1. Measure 160 ml of Nagastha-180 for one acre.
2. Dilute it in 100 litres of clean water.
3. Apply the prepared solution uniformly over the intended ground area.
4. Complete this application before irrigation as stated in the official recommendation.
5. Ensure even soil coverage and avoid discharge into ponds, drains or natural water bodies.

How Nagastha-180 Works

Nagastha-180 modifies the wetting behaviour of the prepared spray solution. This helps droplets spread over a larger area and form a more uniform deposit instead of remaining as rounded droplets on the plant surface.

Improved wetting and spreading support the contact and penetration of the accompanying input. Nagastha-180 is an adjuvant and does not independently control insects, diseases or weeds, nor does it replace the recommended pesticide or fertilizer dose.

Suitable Crop Stages

Crop Stage	Potential Application
Seedling stage	Supports uniform application of compatible sprays on young plants
Vegetative stage	Improves coverage of foliar nutrients and crop-protection sprays
Pre-flowering stage	Supports uniform deposition of label-approved spray inputs
Flowering and fruiting stages	May accompany crop-safe sprays while label and pollinator precautions are followed
Post-emergence weed stage	Supports target-weed coverage when permitted by the herbicide label
Before irrigation	Used through its separate soil-wetting application method

Why Farmers Can Choose Multiplex Nagastha-180

• Concentrated non-ionic agricultural spray adjuvant.
• Provides wetting, spreading and penetrating functions.
• Requires only 0.4–0.5 ml per litre for foliar sprays.
• Supports compatible insecticide, fungicide, herbicide and nutrient sprays.
• Provides a separate application option before irrigation.
• Described by the manufacturer as biodegradable.
• Suitable for all crops where foliar spraying is performed.
• Available in pack sizes from 100 ml to 5 litres.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Multiplex Nagastha-180?

Multiplex Nagastha-180 is a concentrated non-ionic spray adjuvant that works as a wetting, spreading and penetrating agent with compatible agricultural sprays.

What is the Nagastha-180 dose per litre?

The official foliar dose is 0.4–0.5 ml per litre of prepared spray solution. This equals 6–7.5 ml for a 15-litre spray pump.

What is its dose per acre through irrigation?

Dilute 160 ml of Nagastha-180 in 100 litres of water for one acre and wet the ground with the solution before irrigation.

Can Nagastha-180 be used with insecticides and fungicides?

It can be used with compatible insecticides and fungicides to support uniform coverage. Always follow both product labels and conduct a jar test before mixing unfamiliar products.

Can it be used with post-emergence herbicides?

Yes, the manufacturer recommends it with compatible post-emergence herbicides. Use it only when the herbicide label permits an adjuvant and protect neighbouring crops from spray drift.

Is Nagastha-180 a pesticide?

No. It is a spray adjuvant and does not independently kill insects, pathogens or weeds. It supports the physical performance of the accompanying spray solution.

Is Nagastha-180 silicon-based?

The current official Multiplex page describes it as a non-ionic spray adjuvant concentrate but does not state a silicon concentration. Add a silicon-based claim only if it is printed on the current physical product label.

When should Nagastha-180 be added to the spray tank?

Prepare and dilute the main spray input according to its label, then add Nagastha-180 gradually with gentle agitation. If the tank-mix partner specifies a different mixing sequence, follow that product's label.

Does Nagastha-180 increase soil water-holding capacity?

The manufacturer states that its irrigation use supports improved soil water-holding capacity. Actual performance can vary with soil type, organic matter, compaction, irrigation method and field conditions.

Disclaimer: The details provided are for informational guidance only. Always adhere to the recommended mixing, application and safety instructions stated on the product label and the labels of all accompanying spray products.