docker: production image + Gitea Actions for monthly refresh

Dockerfile: self-contained image with corpus + Chroma + BM25 baked
in. Drawbar's compose pulls + runs without volume mounts. Built from
sources.json (labels schema), PRODUCT_NAME=crop_chem by default,
HYBRID_SEARCH=true (always-on for production quality). RERANK_URL +
OLLAMA_URL get set at compose time.

.gitea/workflows/refresh.yml: monthly cron (1st @ 06:00 UTC) does
full scrape → reindex → image push. Scrapes Bayer (~30 min) +
EPA PPLS row-crop filtered (~7h). Skips reindex+push if no corpus
diff. Tags pushed: :latest, :<sha12>, :corpus-<YYYY.MM.DD>.

.gitea/workflows/image-only.yml: on-demand or auto on code-only
pushes to main (paths: docs_mcp/, rag/, scrape/, requirements.txt,
Dockerfile, sources.json). Reindexes from committed corpus, builds
image, pushes. ~10 min vs ~9h full refresh.

.gitignore: corpus/ now COMMITTED (4,159 labels, 265 MB of .md +
sidecars). Lets image-only.yml rebuild indexes without re-scraping.
chroma/ + bm25/ still gitignored (regenerable binary indexes).

.dockerignore: drops venv, eval results, PLAN/README/CLAUDE.md,
deploy/, .git/ — keeps the image lean. corpus + chroma + bm25
explicitly NOT in dockerignore (those go INTO the image).

Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.7 (1M context) <noreply@anthropic.com>

corpus/epa_ppls/100-957.md

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+# ACTION EC HERBICIDE
+
+- EPA Reg No: **100-957**
+- Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
+- Signal word: Warning
+- Active ingredients: Fluthiacet-methyl (10.3%)
+- Label accepted: 2002-02-01
+- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-00957-20020201.pdf
+
+---
+2./1/ ~'L 
+UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 
+WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 
+Mr. Jerry Wells 
+Regulatory Product Manager, Herbicides 
+Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc. 
+P.O. Box 18300 
+Greensboro, NC 27419 
+Dear Mr. Wells: 
+Subject: Action® EC Herbicide 
+EPA Registration No. 100-957 
+OFFICE OF 
+PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 
+AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 
+FEB I 2002 
+Application and Your Letter Dated January 7, 2001, 
+Request to Amend Registration by Revising the Labeling 
+of This Product To Comply with PR Notice 2001-1 
+(Updating First Aid Statements) and Adding Use-Patterns 
+for the Crop Sites: Field Corn, Sweet Corn, 
+and Popcorn 
+The subject application to revise the labeling to comply 
+with EPA PR Notice 2001-1 and to add the subject new use-patterns 
+have been reviewed and found acceptable as amendments to the 
+registration of Action EC Herbicide under the Federal 
+Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), as amended, 
+provided that you: 
+1. Revise the "Grazing/Feeding" section under General 
+Information, by changing the name of the section to 
+read: "Grazing/Feeding and Harvesting Restrictions" 
+and the harvesting restrictions that reads " .... 
+within 90 days of Action EC application." to 
+" ....... until 90 days after last application of 
+Action EC Herbicide."; " ...... within 30 days of 
+Action EC application." to " ..... until 30 days after 
+the last application of Action EC Herbicide"; 
+and " ...... within 40 days of Action EC application." to 
+" ..... until 40 days after the last application of 
+Action EC Herbicide." 
+2. Revise the second line on page 14 to read: 
+"during the cropping season must not exceed 
+1.25 fluid oz./acre."
+
+-2-
+3. Submit Storage Stability (EPA Guidelines 830-6317) and 
+Explodability (EPA Guidelines 830-6316) studies required 
+for the registration of this product. 
+4. Submit the required information for the registration 
+of Fluthiacet-Methyl Technical (EPA Reg. No. 100-805), 
+the source of the active ingredient for this product. 
+5. Submit one (1) copy of the final printed label prior to 
+your shipment of this pesticide product under the 
+enclosed revised stamped label. 
+If these conditions are not complied with, the registration 
+will be subject to cancellation in accordance with FIFRA, 
+section 6(e). Your release for shipment under this labeling 
+constitutes acceptance of these conditions. A stamped copy of 
+the label is enclosed for your records. 
+/ 
+Enclosure 
+Sincerely yours, 
+/) I . 
+k,',c:""" 1(,(/ ""'-.' 
+L :r;;"nne\ I. Mi ller 
+Product Manager (23) 
+Herbicide Branch 
+Registration Division (7505C)
+
+Action® EC 
+HERBICIDE 
+For postemergence control of velvetleaf and other broadleaf weeds in 
+soybeans, field corn, sweet corn, and popcorn 
+Active Ingredient: 
+Fluthiacet-methyl (CAS No. 117337-19-6) ................ 10.30% 
+Other Ingredients: 89.70% 
+Total: 100.00% 
+Action EC is an emulsifiable concentrate containing 0.91 lb. fluthiacet­
+methyl per gallon. 
+KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 
+WARNING 
+See additional precautionary statements and directions for use inside 
+booklet. 
+EPA Reg. No.1 00-957 
+EPA Est. 11773-IA-01 
+1 pint 
+U.S. Standard Measure 
+or 
+1 gallon 
+U.S. Standard Measure 
+ACCEPTED 
+with COMMENTS 
+In EPA Leiter Dated 
+FEB I am 
+Under Ih. Fedenll_elde, 
+F"""leI.c!~ ... d Rodenticide Ad 
+.... ended, for the peetielde 
+....p"'n8'(3.'!i7A Ro •• No. 
+--.l_._-:.'1.ii.:I-
+
+-2-
+CONDITIONS OF SALE AND LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND 
+LIABILITY 
+NOTICE: Read the entire Directions for Use and Conditions of 
+Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability before buying or using 
+this product. If the terms are not acceptable, return the product at 
+once, unopened, and the purchase price will be refunded. 
+The Directions for Use of this product should be followed carefully. It is 
+impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with the use of this 
+product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequences 
+may result because of such factors as manner of use or application, 
+weather or crop conditions, presence of other materials or other influenc­
+ing factors in the use of the product, which are beyond the control of 
+SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, Inc. or Seller. All such risks shall be 
+assumed by Buyer and User, and Buyer and User agree to hold SYN­
+GENTA and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors. 
+SYNGENTA warrants that this product conforms to the chemical descrip­
+tion on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes stated in the 
+Directions for Use, subject to the inherent risks referred to above, when 
+used in accordance with directions under normal use conditions. This 
+warranty does not extend to the use of the product contrary to label 
+instructions, or under abnormal conditions or under conditions not reason­
+ably foreseeable to or beyond the control of Seller or SYNGENTA, and 
+Buyer and User assume the risk of any such use. SYNGENTA MAKES 
+NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 
+PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 
+WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE. 
+In no event shall SYNGENTA or Seller be liable for any incidental, conse­
+quential or special damages resulting from the use or handling of this 
+product. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE USER OR BUYER, AND 
+THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY OF SYNGENTA AND SELLER FOR ANY 
+AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES (INCLUDING 
+CLAIMS BASED ON BREACH OF WARRANTY, CONTRACT, NEGLI­
+GENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE) RESULTING 
+FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OFTHIS PRODUCT, SHALL BETHE 
+RETURN OFTHE PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE PRODUCT OR, ATTHE 
+ELECTION OF SYNGENTA OR SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OFTHE 
+PRODUCT. 
+SYNGENTA and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, 
+subject to the foregoing Conditions of Sale and Limitations of Warranty 
+and of Liability, which may not be modified except by written agreement 
+signed by a duly authorized representative of SYNGENTA.
+
+-3-
+DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
+It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent 
+with its labeling. 
+Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other 
+persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be 
+in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your 
+State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation. 
+AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
+Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the 
+Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. This Standard con­
+tains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on 
+farms, forests, nurseries, greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural 
+pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, 
+notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific 
+instructions, and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this 
+label about personal protective equipment (PPE) and the restricted­
+entry interval. 
+Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the 
+restricted-entry interval (REI) of 12 hours. 
+PPE required for early entry into treated areas that is permitted 
+under the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact with 
+anything that has been treated such as plants, soil, or water is: 
+• coveralls 
+• chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate, butyl rubber 
+~14 mils or viton ~14 mils 
+• shoes plus socks 
+FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND 
+PRECAUTIONS ON THIS LABEL MAY RESULT IN POOR WEED 
+CONTROL, CROP INJURY, OR ILLEGAL RESIDUES.
+
+-4-
+the first trifolioate to the full flowering stage. For use in corn, the application 
+window ranges from the 2-leaf stage (2 visible collars) until the com is 48 inches 
+tall or prior to tasseling, whichever occurs first. Refer to Table 2 for a list of the 
+weeds controlled. 
+Action will control velvetleaf up to 36 inches tall. Action will also control or 
+partially control certain other annual broadleaf weeds. Partial control means 
+significant activity but not always at a level generally considered acceptable for 
+commercial weed control. When tank mixed, Action enhances the performance 
+of other herbicides. Action does not control grasses. If grasses are present at the 
+time of application, Action should be mixed with an appropriate postemergence 
+herbicide registered for grass control in soybeans. 
+The amount of Action to apply and the degree of weed control resulting from 
+Action application depends on the weed species present, stage of growth of the 
+weeds, environmental conditions, and growing conditions. Weeds under stress 
+because of lack of moisture, low soil fertility, or mechanical or chemical injury, 
+may not be controlled as well as actively-growing weeds. 
+To be effective, Action must contact the weed foliage. Weed death or inhibition 
+can be expected quickly - normally within 48 hours after application. Thorough 
+coverage with the spray solution gives the most effective control. A large crop 
+and/or weed canopy as well as a dense crop and weed canopy can prevent the 
+spray from penetrating the canopy and reaching smaller weeds resulting in 
+reduced control. 
+Soybeans and com are tolerant of Action when applied according to label 
+directions. Some bronzing, crinkling, or spotting of crop leaves may occur. 
+Soybeans and corn rapidly outgrow these effects and develop normally with no 
+reduction in yield. 
+Grazing/Feeding 
+Do not graze or feed treated soybean forage or hay to livestock. 
+Do not harvest or feed com grain or stover (fodder) within 90 days of Action 
+application. 
+Do not harvest or feed field corn forage within 30 days of Action application. 
+Do not harvest or feed sweet corn forage or ears within 40 days of Action 
+application. 
+bin
+
+---"---".-
+-5-
+MIXING INSTRUCTIONS 
+Spray Additives 
+An adjuvant approved for use on growing crops is required with Action EC 
+for maximum consistent performance. 
+1. Adjuvants for Action EC Alone 
+Use a spray adjuvant from one of these classes for optimum 
+performance: 
+Non-ionic surfactant (NIS) with a minimum of 80% of the constituents 
+effective as spray adjuvant at the rate of 
+1 qt./100 gals. or a spray volume (concen­
+tration of 0.25%) 
+Crop oil concentrate (COC) petroleum or vegetable-based containing 
+not less than 12% emulsifier at 1-2 pts./A. 
+The concentration should not exceed 2.5% 
+volume/volume. COC is recommended 
+under conditions of dry soil and low 
+relative humidity. 
+Silicone-based surfactant at a rate of 1 qt./100 gals. or a spray 
+volume concentration of 0.25% or as 
+specified on the adjuvant label. 
+In addition to an adjuvant, urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) at 1-2 qts./A or 
+spray grade ammonium sulfate (AMS) at 1.5-2.5 Ibs'/A may also be 
+added to the spray solution. Do not use liquid fertilizer as the total carrier 
+solution. 
+2. Adjuvants for Action EC in Tank Mixtures With Other Herbicides 
+When tank mixing with other herbicides, use the adjuvant recommended 
+for use with the tank mix partner. Follow all restrictions and precautions 
+on any tank mix partner's label.
+
+----_ .. -
+-6-
+Compatibility Test 
+A jar test is recommended before mixing to ensure Action EC 
+compatibility with tank mix partners and adjuvants. The following test 
+assumes a spray volume of 25 gallons per acre. For other spray vol­
+umes, make appropriate changes in the ingredient rates. 
+1. Add 1.0 pI. of water to each of 2 one-quart jars with tight lids. Note: 
+Use the same source of water and other components in the compati­
+bility test that will actually be tank mixed and applied. It is important 
+that all components are mixed at a temperature similar to the tem­
+perature of those used for the actual application. 
+2. To one of the jars, add 1/4 tsp. or 1.2 milliliters of a compatibility 
+agent approved for this use, such as Compex®, or Unite® (1/4 tsp. is 
+equivalent to 2 pl./100 gals. spray). Shake or stir gently to mix. 
+3. To both jars, add the appropriate amount of herbicide(s). If more 
+than one herbicide is used, add them separately with dry herbicides 
+first, flowables next, and emulsifiable concentrates last Finally add 
+the appropriate amount of any adjuvants that will be used. After 
+each addition, shake or stir gently to thoroughly mix. The appropri­
+ate amount of herbicides for this test follows: 
+Dry Herbicides and Adjuvants: For each pound to be applied per 
+acre, add 1.4 tsp. to each jar. 
+Liquid Herbicides and Adjuvants: For each pint to be applied per 
+acre, add 0.5 tsp. or 2.5 milliliters to each jar. 
+4. After adding all ingredients, put lids on and tighten, and invert each 
+jar 10 times to mix. Let the mixtures stand 15-30 minutes and look 
+for separation, large flakes, precipitates, gels, heavy oil film on the 
+jar or other signs of compatibility. Determine if a compatibility agent 
+is needed in the spray mixture by comparing the two jars. If either 
+mixture separates, but can be remixed readily, the mixture can be 
+sprayed as long as good agitation is used. If the mixtures are 
+incompatible, test the following methods of improving compatibility: 
+a. slurry the dry pesticide(s) in water before addition, or 
+b. add 1/2 the compatibility agent to the water and the other If, to 
+the emulsifiable concentrate or flowable pesticide before addi­
+tion to the mixture. If incompatibility is still observed, do not use 
+the mixture. 
+5. After compatibility testing is complete, dispose of any pesticide 
+wastes according to the Storage and Disposal section of this label.
+
+-7-
+Mixing Instructions 
+1. The spray equipment must be clean before uSing this product. If it is 
+contaminated with other materials, mixing problems and/or clogging, 
+may occur, or crop injury may occur. 
+2. Prepare no more spray mixture than is needed for the immediate 
+application, and do not let the spray mixture stand overnight in the 
+spray tank. 
+3. Maintain maximum agitation throughout the spraying operation. 
+4. Water-soluble packets must always be the first material put into the 
+spray tank after water. Water-soluble packets must be completely 
+dissolved and dispersed in clean water only before any other tank 
+mix partners, including adjuvants, micronutrients, or other fertilizers 
+are added to the spray solution. Boron, especially in the form of a 
+micronutrient additive, such as Solubor®, etc. may prevent water­
+soluble packets from dissolving. 
+5. Flush the spray equipment thoroughly after each use and apply 
+rinsate to a previously treated area. 
+Mixing Action EC Alone 
+1. Add '/4.112 of the required amount of clean water to the spray or 
+mixing tank. 
+2. With the agitator running, add the required amount of Action EC to 
+the spray tank. Continue agitation in the spray tank and allow 
+product to fully and uniformly disperse. 
+3. Add the spray adjuvant and continue agitation while adding the rest 
+of the water. 
+4. Maintain agitation until all of the spray mixture has been applied. 
+Action EC in Tank Mixtures with Other Herbicides: 
+Action EC is compatible with most commonly-used herbicides, insecti­
+cides, fungicides, and spray adjuvants. BEFORE MIXING ACTION EC 
+WITH OTHER REGISTERED PRODUCTS FOR ANY USE ON THIS 
+LABEL, READ THE LABEL OF THE TANK MIX PARTNER TO BE 
+CERTAIN IT IS LABELED FOR USE ON THE PARTICULAR CROP AND 
+THAT USE PATIERNS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH THOSE OF ACTION 
+EC. When using Action EC in a tank mixture with other pesticides, 
+observe the most restrictive label limitations and precautions for the 
+products being used.
+
+-8-
+Mixing Action EC with acifluorfen or lactofen-containing products (such as 
+Blazer®. Galaxy®, Cobra®, Storm®) can improve the control of velvetleaf 
+by these products. However, these tank mixes will not control velvetleaf 
+as well as Action EC applied alone. 
+Tank Mixing Steps 
+1. Add 1/,.11z of the required amount of clean water to the spray or mix­
+ing tank. 
+2. With the agitator running, drop the required number of packets of 
+any products packaged in water-soluble packets into the tank all at 
+once. Continue agitation in the spray tank and allow the packets to 
+completely dissolve and the contents of the packets to fully and 
+uniformly disperse. 
+3. While maintaining agitation, continue filling the spray tank. When 
+the tank is 3/4 full, add any dry formulation tank mix partners and 
+allow them to completely and uniformly disperse. 
+4. Add the required amount of Action EC to the spray tank while main­
+taining agitation. After the product has completely and uniformly 
+dispersed into the tank mix, add any other liquid tank mix partners 
+and allow them to completely and uniformly disperse. 
+5. Add the proper amount of spray adjuvant and continue agitation 
+while adding the remaining water. 
+6. Complete filling the tank with clean water and maintain sufficient agi­
+tation at all times to insure surface action until the spray mixture is 
+uniform. 
+7. To avoid product degradation, apply the Action EC spray mixture 
+within 48 hours of mixing, and do not leave spray in the tank without 
+continuous agitation. 
+8. After use, thoroughly clean the sprayer according to this label (see 
+Cleaning Spray Equipment) and any tank mix partner labels. 
+APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS 
+Chemigation 
+Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation equipment. 
+Aerial Application 
+Do not apply this product aerially.
+
+-9-
+Ground Application 
+Apply the product in a minimum of 15 gals. of water/A and apply 20-40 
+psi pressure at the nozzles. If a dense crop and/or weed canopy is 
+present, use up to 40 gals. of water per acre and 50-70 psi nozzle 
+pressure. 
+Note: When using higher nozzle pressures, use extreme caution to 
+avoid spray drift to nearby crops. 
+Use a pump with enough capacity to maintain a rippling or rolling action in 
+the spray tank. For a uniform spray mixture, agitation during mixing and 
+application is required. 
+HOW MUCH TO APPLY 
+Table 1 - Rates of Application of Action EC in Soybeans, Field Corn, 
+Sweet Corn, and Popcorn 
+Tank Mixed with 
+Another Labeled Applied Alone or With 
+Broadleaf Herbicide a Grass Control Herbicide 
+Enhanced Rate 
+Touchdown®, Other postemergence for Partial 
+Roundup® Original, broadleaf herbicides Control of 
+or Roundup® Ultra 
+(for us~ ~~~~~fhosate 
+(see Table 3) Standard Rate Weeds· 
+n4 fA lL5 o7fA 0607fA O~g nzfA 
+'See Table 2 for list of weeds partially controlled. 
+WHEN TO APPLY 
+Weed Stage of Growth 
+Apply Action EC after weeds have emerged and are actively growing, but 
+before the weeds have reached the maximum height listed in Table 2. 
+Application after weeds have reached the listed maximum height for 
+control could result in commercially unacceptable weed control. 
+Avoid applying Action EC if weeds cannot be evenly covered with the 
+spray or when spray drift is possible. To reduce spray drift, do not apply if 
+wind speed is 10 mph or greater. Avoid overlapping the spray pattern 
+since this may increase the chances for crop injury. 
+Soybean Stage of Growth 
+Action EC may be applied to soybeans from the first trifolioate through
+
+---"""--_.-
+-10-
+the full flowering stage of development. To avoid possible illegal 
+residues, the last application should be no later than 60 days before 
+harvest. 
+Field Corn, Sweet Corn, and Popcorn Stage of Growth 
+Action EC may be applied to corn from the 2-leaf stage (2 visible collars) 
+to 48 inches tall, but before tasseling. 
+CUltivation 
+Do not cultivate within 2 days before or 2 days after applying this product. 
+Application Precautions 
+1. Do not apply more than 1.25 oz'/A of Action EC per cropping 
+season. 
+2. Do not apply if crop is under severe stress due to drought, cold 
+weather, hail, flooding, water-logged or compacted soil, disease, 
+insect damage, nutrient deficiency (especially low nitrogen levels), or 
+other causes. 
+3. Action EC can be applied in tank mixtures to weeds taller than the 
+maximum heights listed in Table 2 provided the application follows 
+all timing and rate precautions on the tank mix partner's label. 
+4. Application to weeds that are under severe stress due to drought or 
+to weeds that are taller than the optimum heights listed in Table 2 
+may result in reduced weed control. 
+5. Do not irrigate within 4 hours of application of Action EC. Rainfall or 
+irrigation may wash Action EC off of the weeds during this period 
+and reduce performance. 
+6. Observe all precautions and limitations on the label of each product 
+used in tank mixture with Action EC. 
+Spray Drift Precautions 
+Do not allow spray from ground equipment to drift onto adjacent land or 
+crops. When drift may be probable, do everything possible to reduce 
+spray drift, including: 
+1 . Do not spray if wind speeds are gusty or become 10 mph or greater. 
+2. Use extreme caution when conditions favor drift (high temperatures, 
+low relative humidity). 
+3. Do not apply during a temperature inversion. If an inversion is 
+suspected, consult the local weather service before applying Action
+
+-11-
+EC. 
+4. These practices can further reduce drift: 
+a. Using nozzles that provide a uniform droplet size. Use spray 
+nozzles that provide medium-coarse droplets (250-400 microns 
+VMO). Nozzles that produce extremely small droplets are more 
+likely to cause spray drift. 
+b. Apply as close to target plants as practical while maintaining a 
+good spray pattern for adequate coverage. 
+CLEANING SPRAY EQUIPMENT 
+The sprayer must be cleaned before and after use of Action EC. Failure 
+to do so may result in unsatisfactory results with Action EC or injury to 
+other crops sprayed with the equipment. Refer to the label of the product 
+used previously or tank mixed with Action EC for additional cleaning 
+instructions. 
+When Action EC has been used alone: 
+1. Fill the sprayer with clean water. 
+2. Add a commercial sprayer cleaner. 
+3. Circulate the mixture through the system. 
+4. Spray approximately 1/2 through the hose, boom, and nozzles to an 
+area which has already been treated. 
+5. Drain the remaining solution. 
+6. Rinse the entire system with clean water, and 
+7. Spray the rinsate on an area that has already been treated. 
+WEEDS CONTROLLED/APPLICATION RATES 
+1. Action EC Alone 
+At the rates and timings listed, Action EC controls the weeds listed in 
+Table 2 when the product is applied alone after emergence of soybeans, 
+field corn, sweet corn, or popcorn and weeds. Action EC controls certain 
+broadleaf weeds after they emerge and does not provide residual control 
+of weeds that emerge later. Weeds larger than the size in Table 2 may 
+only be partially controlled. 
+J3/ /'1
+
+-12-
+Table 2. Broadleaf Weeds - Application Rate for Action EC 
+Applied Alone With an Adjuvant 
+(0.6 fl. oz.lAl (0.9 fl. oz./Al 
+Weed Species 
+Annn~ { Annrl~ 
+Burcucurnber (Sicvos anaulatusl 
+Jimsonweed Datura stramonium 
+Niahtshade black I Solanum niarum 
+Niahtshade eastern black S. Dtvcanthurn 
+iumalbuml 
+redroot 
+smooth (A. hvbridusl 
+Velvetleaf I Abuti/on theoDhrastll 
+I (Amaranthus rudisl 
+Waterhemp, tall (A. tuberculatus) 
+'Count individual leaves except the cotyledons. 
+"'Partial control or suppression. 
+Leaf 
+Stage' 
+2 
+2 
+2" 
+2" 
+2" 
+4" 
+4" 
+2" 
+. 
+-
+-
+Maximum Leaf 
+Height (in.) Stage' 
+2 ;~ 
+2 2 
+2" 4 
+2" 2" 
+2" 2" 
+2" 14·6 
+2" 14·6 
+2" 2·4 
+36 -
+12 
+2 
+2. Action EC in Tank Mixtures With Other Postemergence 
+Herbicides to Improve Broadleaf Weed Control 
+Maximum 
+Height (in.) 
+4 
+2 
+2 
+2" 
+2" 
+2 
+4 
+4 
+36 
+2 
+2 
+Action EC may be applied postemergence with Touchdown, Roundup 
+Original or Roundup Ultra or other postemergence broadleaf herbicides 
+approved for use on soybeans. Tank mixing Action EC with other 
+postemergence herbicides may increase the speed of activity and/or level 
+of control of the weeds listed in Table 2. When mixed with any of the tank 
+mix partners listed in Table 3, Action EC will control velvetleaf up to 
+36 inches tall. 
+Refer to Table 3 for the amount of Action EC to apply per acre and a list 
+of tank mix partners. Follow all directions, restrictions, and precautions 
+on the EPA-approved label for each product in the tank mixture. 
+I tll~
+
+-13-
+Table 3 - Action EC Tank Mix Partners - Broadleaf Control 
+Amount of Action Tank Mix Partner 
+EC/A* 
+Soybean Corn 
+Basagran® 2,4-0 Poast Plus® 
+Blazer® AAtreX® Poast® HC 
+ClassiC® Accent® Pursuit® 
+Cobra® Banvel® Spirit™ 
+Concert® SP Basagran® Stinger® 
+Flexstar® HL 8asisTM Tough® 
+Galaxy® Basis Gold® 
+0.5 oz'/A Manifest® Beacon® 
+Pinnacle® Buctril® 
+Pursuit® Clarity® 
+Raptor® Exceed® 
+RefleX® Headline® 
+Reliance™ STS® SP Hornet® 
+Scepter® O.T.® Laddok® S-12 
+Status® Lightning® 
+Storm® Marksman® 
+Permit® 
+Roundup® Original 
+0.4 oz'/A Roundup® Ultra 
+Touchdown® 
+*If a second application is needed, do not apply more than a total of 1.25 
+oz. of Action EC per acre per season. 
+3. Action EC in Tank Mixtures for Grass Weed Control 
+Action EC does not provide grass control, but it can be tank mixed with 
+any postemergence grass herbicide registered for control of grasses in 
+soybeans, field corn, sweet corn, and popcorn. The tank mixture will con­
+trol the weeds listed in Table 2 and the grasses listed on the tank mix 
+partner's label. 
+CROP FAILURE - IMMEDIATE REPLANTING 
+If soybeans or corn treated with Action EC are lost due to a natural cata­
+strophe such as hail or frost, soybeans can be replanted immediately, 
+provided this is not restricted on the label of a product used previously or 
+by a product applied in a tank mixture with Action EC. 
+For control of weeds in the replanted crop, Action EC may be applied
+
+·14· 
+postemergence a second time but the total amount of Action EC applied 
+during the cropping season must not exceed 1.25 oz'/A. 
+ROTATIONAL CROPS 
+Following soybean or corn harvest, any crop may be planted following 
+soybeans or corn treated with Action EC; there are no rotational crop 
+restrictions. 
+Note: For rotational crop restrictions when Action EC is used in tank 
+mixtures or sequentially with other products, refer to the rotation intervals 
+on the other product label for possible additional restrictions. 
+STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
+Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. Open 
+dumping is prohibited. 
+Pesticide Disposal 
+Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site 
+or at an approved waste disposal facility. 
+Container Disposal 
+Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or 
+puncture, and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incinerate, or if allowed 
+by state and local authorities, dispose of by burning. Stay out of smoke 
+from burning container. 
+For minor spills, leaks, etc. follow all precautions indicated on this label 
+and clean up immediately. Take special care to avoid contamination of 
+equipment and facilities during cleanup and disposal of wastes. In the 
+event of a major spill, fire, or other emergency, call 1·800·888·8372, day 
+or night. 
+PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
+Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals 
+WARNING 
+Causes substantial but temporary eye injury. Do not get in eyes or on
+
+-15-
+clothing. Wear protective eyewear (goggles. face shield, or safety glass­
+es). Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with 
+skin. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Discard 
+clothing and/or other absorbent materials that have been drenched or 
+heavily contaminated with this product. Do not reuse them. Wash thor­
+oughly with soap and water after handling. 
+FIRST AID 
+If in eyes • Hold eye 0fcen and rinse slowly and gently 
+with water or 15-20 minutes. 
+• Remove contact lenses, if present, after the 
+first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. 
+• Call a poison control center or doctor for 
+treatment advice. 
+If on skin or clothing • Take off contaminated clothing. 
+• Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 
+15-20 minutes. 
+• Call a poison control center or doctor for 
+treatment advice. 
+If swallowed • Call a~oison control center or doctor 
+imme iately for treatment advice. 
+• Do not give any liquid to the person. 
+• Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by 
+a poison control center or doctor. 
+• Do not give anything by mouth to an 
+unconscious person. 
+If inhaled • Move person to fresh air. 
+• If person is not breathinp, call 911 or an ambu-
+lance, then give artificia respiration, preferably 
+mouth-to-mouth, if possible. 
+• Call a pOison control center or doctor for fur-
+ther treatment advice. 
+NOTE TO PHYSICIAN 
+Contains petroleum distillate - vomiting may cause aspiration pneumonia. 
+Have the p'roduct container or label with you when calling a poison control 
+center or doctor, or going for treatment. 
+HOTLINE NUMBER 
+For 24 Hour Medical Emergency Assistance ~uman or Animal) or 
+Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Lea , Fire, or Accident) 
+Call 
+1-800-888-8372
+
+-16-
+Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 
+Applicators and other handlers must wear: 
+• long-sleeved shirt and long pants 
+• chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate, butyl rubber ~ 14 
+mils, or viton ~ 14 mils 
+• shoes plus socks 
+• protective eyewear (goggles or face shield) 
+Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no 
+such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and 
+wash all PPE separately from other laundry. 
+Engineering Control Statements 
+When handlers use closed systems or enclosed cabs in a manner that 
+meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) 
+for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)], the handler PPE 
+requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS. 
+IMPORTANT: When reduced PPE is worn because a closed system is 
+being used, handlers must be provided all PPE specified above for "appli­
+cators and other handlers" and have such PPE immediately available for 
+use in an emergency, such as a spill or equipment breakdown. 
+User Safety Recommendations 
+Users should: 
+• Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, 
+or using the toilet. 
+• Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash 
+thoroughly and put on clean clothing. 
+Environmental Hazards 
+This pesticide is toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to water, to areas 
+where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high 
+water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment 
+wash water. 
+AAtrex®, Beacon, Exceed, Flexstar®, Reflex®, SpiriFM, Touchdown®,
+
+-17-
+Tough®, and the Syngenta logo are trademarks of a Syngenta Group 
+Company 
+Accent®, Basis™, Basis Gold®, ClassiC®, Concert®, Pinnacle®, and 
+Reliance™ trademarks of E. I. DuPont de Nemours and Company, Inc. 
+Banvel®, Basagran®, Blazer®, Clarity®, Galaxy®, Headline®, 
+Lightning®, Marksman®, Poast Plus®, Poast®, Pursuit®, Manifest®, and 
+Storm® trademarks of BASF Company 
+Buctril® trademark of Aventis CropScience 
+Cobra® trademark of Valent Corporation 
+Hornet®, Stinger™ trademarks of Dow AgroSciences 
+Laddok® trademark of Sipcam Agro USA, Inc. 
+Permit®, Roundup® trademarks of Monsanto 
+Pursuit®, Raptor®, Scepter® O.T.® trademarks of BASF 
+Solubor® trademark of United States Borax and Chemical Corporation 
+©2001 Syngenta 
+U.S. Patent No. 4,816,063 
+Product of Japan 
+Formulated in the USA 
+Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc. 
+Greensboro, North Carolina 27409 
+www.syngenta-us.com 
+SCP 957 A-L 1 A 3/21/00 - revisions per EPA 
+registration letter of 3/15/00 
+12112101 - add corn uses