In this study, we proposed the rapid and simple analytical method for mancozeb (Product name : Jimandaisen) in agricultural products. The analysis of mancozeb is known to be difficult in a simultaneous quantification as well as requires complicated operation in a separated quantification method.
We used two types of methods which are the wiping method, and the wiping and filteration method with FT-IR (ATR or transmission) according to conditions of measurement. With these method, measurement and quantification of mancozeb can be completed within one hour.
Especially, the limit of detection (LOD) of the wiping and filteration method which is capable of quantification with the entire sample was 10 times less than the regulatory value. It showed that this method can be used to determine whether to exceed of regulatory value or not. Furthermore, this method is not affected by other pesticides in quantification. The results showed that this rapid on site measurement method can contribute to the safety and security for agricultural products through inspection of products before the distribution of the market.
