Effect of washing on persistence of residues of mancozeb in cardamom ( Elettaria cardamomum Maton) capsules

Experiments on degradation of the fungicide mancozeb on cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) capsules by processing techniques indicated that thorough washing had a profound influence on the removal of surface residues. A waiting period of 8 to 14 days in the case of fresh capsules could be brought down to 3 to 4 days by washing.