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Kendocide

All round sterilising agent

Broad-spectrum, contact sterilising agent designed to eliminate a wide range of microorganisms, including fungi, algae, and bacteria. Its versatile formula makes it perfect for numerous applications across agricultural, industrial, and landscaping needs.

Kendocide (Combat Moss & Algae)

Target

 • Horticulture in general
• Golf Courses
• Bowling Greens
• Tennis Courts
• Pathways in wet and damp environments  (e.g. nursaries)

Product Type

 Herbicide / Algicide / Fungicide / Bactericide / Antimicrobial

Active Ingredient

 423g/L Dichlorophen present as sodium salt

Group

 Group 14 / Group G

Pack Size

 1L, 5L, 20L

APVMA Registration #

 31111
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Profile

  • First marketed in 1946
  • Disrupts ATP production by uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria
  • Effective for cleaning and sterilising propagation rooms and equipment

Key Features & Benefits

  • Prevents Spore Germination – Acts as a preventative treatment in potato boxes, trays, and vegetable storage containers to eliminate fungal and mould spores before they germinate
  • Versatile Algae & Moss Control – Effectively removes unwanted algae and moss from synthetic courts, pavements, driveways, and lawns
  • Safe for Turf – Suitable for both real and synthetic turf without causing discolouration or damage
  • Disinfecting agent – Effectively use to clean pruning knives and other agricultural tools & equipment

Directions and How to Use

  • Apply with a spray or watering can.
  • Apply to affected area to wet thoroughly.
  • Allow 24 hours drying time.
  • Turf and pathways – to assist penetration, sweep the area with stiff broom to remove surface dirt, apply Kendocide. 7 days later, sweep the area again with a stiff broom to remove the dead fungal growth and surface dirt. Apply Kendocide for a second time to treat residue and spores.
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When to Use

  • Use in warm, humid conditions after rain throughout the year and as required.

Restraints and Cautions

  • Always wear safety glasses and gloves as the product is caustic as a concentrate.
  • Do not use galvanised or aluminium vessels for mixing.
  • Do not combine with any other material.

Application Guide

Situation Treatment Rate Critical Comments
Algae on sand of propagating benches Apply to sand surface when algae appears.
Do not apply to growing plants.		 10ml/5L of water —
Algae on brickwork and concrete paths Spray affected areas when algae appears. 125ml/10L of water —
Algae on plant pots and seed boxes Scrub or soak pots and boxes before filling with soil. 5ml/5L of water —
Algae on soil surfaces of pot plants and seedling boxes Water over pot plants and seedling boxes when algae appears, not more frequently than twice per month. 2ml/25L of water Apply cautiously to plants of the legume family, orchids and aquatic plants.
Test on small batch of plants if in doubt of suitability.
Disinfecting pruning knives and similar tools Store in solution overnight and rinse with clean water before use. 4ml/1L of water Turbidity caused by sap adhering to tools does not inhibit disinfection.
Moss and algae in lawns Apply 1 litre of prepared solution to each 5 square metres of affected lawn. 50ml/5L of water Apply as a spray or by watering can.
Spike the area before treatment to minimise run-off and improve penetration.
Algae and moss on synthetic grass tennis courts, bowling greens Apply to affected areas in dry weather.
Remove dead growth with stiff yard broom, and redress court with new sand.		 50ml/5L of water A second application may be required if rain occurs soon after application.
Algae and moss on granular surfaced tennis courts, i.e. En Tout Cas, granitic sand, gravel, etc. Apply to affected areas in dry weather.
Dead growth will be removed with court drag mat.		 50ml/5L of water A second application may be required due to leaching by regular watering.
Liverwort in pots and plant nurseries Apply directly to the affected area. 50ml/1L of water —

Apply Kendocide Algicide following the Application Guide above.
Always download and read the current product label before use and follow all regulatory and safety instructions.

What is Kendocide Algicide used for?

Kendocide Algicide is used to remove unwanted liverwort, algae and moss from synthetic courts, pavements, lawns and pots. It is suitable for use on propagating bench sand, brickwork and concrete paths, plant pots and seed boxes, pot plant and seedling box soil surfaces, pruning tools, lawns, synthetic grass tennis courts, bowling greens, and granular surfaced tennis courts such as En Tout Cas, granitic sand and gravel.
Kendocide Algicide contains 423g/L Dichlorophen, present as the sodium salt.
Kendocide Algicide is a broad-spectrum, contact sterilising agent designed to eliminate a wide range of microorganisms, including fungi, algae and bacteria. Its versatile formula makes it suitable for use across horticultural, industrial and landscaping applications, including horticulture in general, golf courses, bowling greens, tennis courts, and pathways in wet and damp environments such as nurseries.
Application method and rate depend on the situation being treated. Refer to the Application Guide above for the correct treatment, dilution rate and critical comments for your specific situation, whether that is algae on hard surfaces, moss in lawns, algae and moss on tennis courts and bowling greens, or liverwort in pots and nurseries.

Always download and read the current product label before use. This product is not to be used for any purpose or in any manner contrary to the label unless authorised under appropriate legislation.
No. When applying to sand surfaces of propagating benches, do not apply to growing plants. When treating soil surfaces of pot plants and seedling boxes, or when treating liverwort in pots and plant nurseries, apply cautiously to plants of the legume family, orchids and aquatic plants, and test on a small batch of plants first if in doubt of suitability.
When treating algae on the soil surfaces of pot plants and seedling boxes, water over the affected area when algae appears, not more frequently than twice per month.
Yes. Apply to affected areas in dry weather. On synthetic grass tennis courts and bowling greens, remove dead growth with a stiff yard broom and redress the court with new sand. On granular surfaced courts such as En Tout Cas, granitic sand and gravel, dead growth is removed with a court drag mat. A second application may be required if rain occurs soon after application, or due to leaching from regular watering.
Kendocide Algicide causes severe burns and eye damage, and causes serious eye damage. It is harmful if swallowed, may be corrosive to metals, and is toxic to aquatic life, including toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Additional safety information is listed in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which can be requested by clicking the Request SDS button on this page.
You can purchase this product from leading agricultural suppliers throughout Australia. If you are a grower and would like a distributor for larger quantities, send us a message on our contact us page requesting "Kendocide Algicide" distributors near you.

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