# HELENA PARATHION 8 FLOWABLE INSECTICIDE CONCENTRATE - EPA Reg No: **5905-516** - Registrant: HELENA AGRI-ENTERPRISES, LLC, D/B/A HELENA CHEMICAL COMP - Signal word: Danger - Active ingredients: Parathion (80.27%) - Label accepted: 1994-04-26 - Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/005905-00516-19940426.pdf --- • • 5'tfD.$'- S-I' RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE Due to Very High AcuteToxicity to lIumans lind Birds For retail sale only to certified commercial aerial applicators or persons underthe direct supervision. For use only by certified commercial aerial applicators. Direct supervision forthis product is defined as the certified commercial applicator being physically present during mixing, loading, repair and cleaning of application equipment. Certified commercial applicators must also ensure that all persons involved in these activities are informed of the precautionary statements. HELENA'j) PARATHION 8 FLOWABLE INSECTICIDE CONCENTRATE For use only on alfalfa, barley, corn, cotton, and wheat ACflVE INGREDIENTS: Parat hi on (0, O-diet hyl O-p-nit rophenyl phosphorot hioate) .. 77.81 % Related Compounds ........... .... .......... ...... .............................. 2.46% INERTINGREDIENTS..................... ............. 19.73% TOTAL......... . ............................. 100.00% POISON DANGER KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN PELIGRO: Si listed no entiende la etiqueta, busqlle 1I alquien para qlle se la explique a listed en detalle. (If you do not understand the III bel, find someone to explain il to you in dell.il). STATEMENTOFPRACTICAL TREATMENT Ol-ganophosphate Call adoctor(physician), clinic or hospital immediately Explain that the victim has been exposed to para­ thion and describe his condition. Ifbreathing has stopped, start artificial respiration immediately and maintain until doctor sees victim. If Swallowed: Drink I 0r2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back ofthroat with finger. Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention. In Case of Contact: Immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water. See doctor immediately. See inside label for additional infonnation. • ••• • EP A Reg No.: 5905-516 : ••• First letters of product batch code indicate producing establishment· 5905-GAiJ"!I:'~ . 59cr~:!R-1 =WA. 590S-CA-1 =KC 5905-FL-1 =TF . 590S'-IA-1 =DJ • • ••• NET CONTENTS IACCEPTED APR 261994 ..... , .... 1' hi •• h S Ph ...... 1 r SHeIlct .. ' 'I"!J:'" IS .... =' od ~u ........ ~'105':;)( /Q J\1ANUf..\CTllREI> BY IIELENACHBlICALCOMPANY MEMPIIIS, TN 38119 •••••• ••• •• ••• o • •• ••••• • • • • ••••• •• • •• 0 • • • • • •• •• • •••• •••• • •••• I lEST AfAlUBLE eM] • • PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS DANGER - POISON Poisonous ifswallowed, inhaled or lIbsOl'bed through skin or eyes, Rapidly absorbed through skin, Do not breathe \'allOrs, Do not get in eyes 01" on skin or clothing, THIS PRODUCT MA Y BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED, OR IF ALLOWED TO CONTACT SKIN, FA ILUkE TO PROrt::RLY FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PER­ SONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTWILL INCREASE YOUR RISK. IF SWA LLOWED - Drink) or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back of throat with finger or blunt object. Do nO! induce vomit;ng or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention . POISONOUS BY SKIN CONTACT Poisonous if touched by hands or spilled or splashed on skin. in eyes or on clothing (liquid goes through clothes) POISONOUS IF BREATIJ ED Breathing vapors or spray mist may be fatal PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Mixers and Loaders (who must use Ihe closed system described elsewhere on this label) must we.1r: CO;'eralls over long-sleeved shin and long pants Wa'erproofgloves Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks Chemical-resistant apron Protective Eyewear, if the closed system is pressurized Applicators (pilots in enclosed cOl'kpits) IIIUSt wear: Long-sleeved shin and long pants Shoes plus socks In addition, pilots must wearwaterproofgloves when entering or leaving an aircraft contaminated with pesticide residues If taken into the cockpit. the gloves must be kept in an enclosed container to prevent • contamination of the inside oft he cockpit. .: • •••• • All Olher lIandlers, including lIel'sons who (I) !'rpai!', clea n, or maintain the lIar,·o'Mixing~··· • •• • loading, or application equipment thlllma,- contain rrsidues, (2) clean up spills, ("3) hartdle ~en. , (4)d' fl' . 'I ' •••••• •• conlalllen, or ISllOSI.' 0 t liS PI.'SIICH I.' must weal': :: ••• Chemical-resistant protective suit •• :.. •• ••••• • •• Waterproofgloves :: • Ch . I ••••• emlca -resistant footwear plus socks • •• •• • Protective E yewear •••• •••• Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure •• :. fmT AVAILABLE C!() 2 (D • • A respirator with either an organic-vapor-removing cartridge with a prefilter approved for pesticides (MSHAINIOSH approval number prefix TC-23C), or a canister approved for pesti­ cides (MSHAINIOSH approval number prefix TC-14G). USER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Users must: - Provide mechanical exhaust ventilation, ifproduct is handled indoors - Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contami- nated with this product's concentrate. Do not re-use them. -Clean respirators and replace cartridges or canisters according to instructions included with the respirators. -Replace gloves frequently - Keep and wash PPE (coveralls, gloves, footwear, aprons, protective eyewear, etc.) sepa- rately from all other laundry. Wash PPE after each day's use, following the manufacturer's direc tions. Ifno such instructions, use detergent and hot water. Store PPE separately from personal clothing. - Keep personal work c1othing(long··sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks) worn while performing mixing, loading, application, and other handling and early entry tasks separate from household articles. After each day of use, wash work clothing separately from house­ hold articles. USERSAFET\' RECOMMENDATIONS Users should: - Not rub eye~ or mouth with hands - STOP work and get help right away, if you feel sick in any way. See First Aid (Practical Treatment) section of this label Call a doctor(physician), clinic or hospital immediately. Explain that the victim has been exposed to parathion and describe his condition. After first aid is given (See First Aid Treatment Section) and if a doctor cannot come, take victim to clinic or hospital. -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. -Remove PPE, all work clothing, and footwear immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves with soap and water before removing Shower using soap and water. Wear only clean clothing when leavingjob -- do not wear contaminated clothing. -The National Pesticide Telecommunication Network (NPTN) is available for recommenda- • tions regarding poisoning management, emergency treatment, and other information regardin~rhe toxicity of parathion. The toll-free number for NPTN is 1-800-858-7378. : ••• -Repeated exposures to Cholinesterase Inhibitors such as are contained in this pO:Ml2eCmay .. ••• . ... . without warning, cause prolonged susceplibilityto very small dosesof anycholi"ester&se in~il>itQr. •••••• ••• • • •• ••• •• • ••••• • •• POISONING SYMPTOMS ::. Parathion isa very dangerous poison. It rapidly enters the body by contact with a'TsKin surf;;:e~··. and eyes Clothing wet with this material must be removed immediately Exposed persons mu·sI::. receive prompt medical treatment or they may die. ..:. IIUT A"llAllE CIPf) 3 1 10 • Some ofthe signs and symptoms of poisoning are: Headache, nausea, vomiting, cramps, weakness, blurred vision, pin-point pupils, tightness in chest, labored breathing, nervousness, sweating, watering of eyes, drooling cr frothing of mouth and nose, muscle spasms and coma. NOTE TO PHVSICIAN Since any symptoms from absorption of this combination product are likely to be those of ethyl parathion intoxication, treatment should be directed towards the relief of cholinesterase inhibition. ANTIDOTE-Administer atropine sulfate in large doses, TWO to FOUR mg. intravenously or intramuscu­ larly as soon as cyanosis is overcome. Repeat at 5 to 10 minute intervals until signs of atropinization ap­ pear. 2-P AM chloride is also antidotal and may be administered In conjunction with atropine. DO NOT GIVE MORPHJNE OR TRANQUrULERS. Parathion isa strong cholinesterase inhibitor affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems and producing cardiac and respiratory depression. At first sign of pulmonary edema, the patient should be given supplemental o""ygen and treated symptomatically. Contin­ ued absorption of the poison may occur and fatal relapses have been reported after initial improvement: VERY CLOSE SUPERVISION OFTHE PATIENT IS INDICATED FOR AT LEP·<;T 48 HOURS. ElI\VlrWNMENTALHAZARDS This pesticide is highly toxic to fish and wildlife. Birds in treated areas may be killed. Do not apply directly to water or wetlands (swamps. marshes, bogs. and pot holes). Run-offand drift from target area may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in adjacent aquatic sites. Do not contaminate water by disposal of equip­ ment washwaters. This product is extremely toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or residues on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow to drift to blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow to drift to blooming crops or weeds ifb~es are visiting the treatment area. 4 1 10 PIIVSICALORCHEMICALHAZARDS • Do not use or store near heat or open flame. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. For any require­ ments specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation. APPLICATION RESTRICTIONS Aerial A pplication Only: Ethyl parat hion may only be applied aerially. and only by a certified commercial applicator as defined in FIFRA 2( e){3) HUMAN FLAGGERS ARE STRICTL Y PROHIBITEDfiUR- ING AERIAL APPLICATION •••• • •••••• • ••• • •• No sJlray or Drift On An~' Person: Do not apply this product in a way that will comaci "'orke,~o~pther persons, either directly orthrough drift. During application. keep all persons.livestoc"k.:a';~petseut()(jhe treated area and any area within 100 feet of the treated area. •• :'. '. ••••• • •• • • •• • Areas Where AJlJllication Is P"ohibited: Do not apply this product within 100 feeiotbuildin£l, ~!I~lic roads, or bodies of water. Do not apply within 100 feet of property lines. unless the owner of the §~!~~ent property has given prior written consent to the application and has been informed of the timing onbc. application and the appropriate entry restrictions. 1 BEST AVAILABLE can] • Crop Limitations: This product must not be applied to any crop otherthanalfalfa, barley, com, cotton, sorghum, soybeans, sunflower, and wheat. Any treated crop must be harvested only by mechanical means. Hand harvesting oft reat ed crop is prohibited. Chemigation Prohibition: Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system. Drift Reduction Measures: Do not apply this product if the wind exceeds 10 miles per hour. Apply only from nozzles located not more than 75% of the distance from the center of the aircraft to the wing tip or helicopterrotortip. AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains speciticinstructions pertaining to the statements in this labelingabolll personal protective equipment, restricted-entry intervals, and notifica­ tion to workers. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard (WPS). IMPORT ANT: The exceptions in the WPS pertainirog 10 personal protective equipment, restricted-entry intervals, and notification to workers do NOT apply when this product is used. Restrictions on Entrv to Treated Areas: Do not enter or allow any person to enter into entry-restricted areas (treated areas plus areas within 100 feet of treated areas) during the restricted entry interval (REI) of3 days(6 days for com) and during any longer period of time prescribed by State law or regulation. Entry into entry-restricted areas (including early entry that would otherwise be permitted under the WPS) by any person is PROHIBITED, except for persons who are( I) handlers performing crop-advisor tasks or (2) workers performing irrigation-related • tasks. Restrictions for All Persons Who Enter Entry-Restricted When any person enters the treated area or within 100 feet of the treated area before the expiration ofREI all of the following requirements must be complied with: (I) No entry is permitted, except for persons who are performing crop-advisor tasks or irrigation­ related tasks. (2) No person is allowed to enter or remain in entry-restricted areas during applicatio"~d until four( 4) hours after application is complete •••• • •••• •••••• • •• (3) No person is allowed to remain in any entry-restricted area for a toml o''rtllore tPin·() hour in "4 h . d •••••• ••• any _ - our peno . •• • •• label. • • •• •• • •• • ••••• • •• (4) Each person must wearlhe personal protective equipmf'nt specified f.1ernal sight gauges shiIJP;.e.quipJ:Pl, with valves so that the flow of pesticide to the sight gauge can be shut offin case ofbreaka!;.cfr leak~"ge"~om the gauge. ••••• : •••• Shut-offdevices must be installed on the e"it end or all hoses and at all disconnect P'pjil~Po prevent leakage of parathion when the transfer is stopped and the hos': is removed or disconnected. Ifa hose clrr4!" • ••• ¥ parathion concentrate and has not been ringed in accc.rdancewith the instructions in this section. a.d~ couple shutoffdevicethat ",ill minimize parathion dnppageto not morethan ~ m!. per disconnee~st be installed at the disconnect point. If the hose carried ciiluted-for-use parathion orrinsate solution. a reversing 1 BESt AVAILABLE cen] ~--------------------------------------------- • action pump or a similar system that will empty the hose and eliminate dripping of liquid from the end ofthe hose may be used as an alternative to a shut-off device. In mixinglloading operations do not pourthis product from irs container. Before opening the container, make sure that the container is resting securely on the ground or a sturdy suppon, with the top (opening) end up and approximately level. 8 Remove the product from the container only by useofa vacuum-producing pump system connected to a probe system that is listed by the State of California under that State's program establishing criteria for closed-system handling oIT oxicityCategory I pesticides. Examples of California-listed systems are the Chern probe ® Model II system sold by Cherlor Mfg. Co., In(;., P.O. Box 2174, Sali!1as, CA 93902, telephone 408-422-5477 orthe Protect-O-Loader Model XM-l system sold by Protecto Mfg. Co., 20189 Firerock Road, Bend, OR 9770 I. telephone 503-382-6886. The probe system shall be screwed into the threaded opening in the top of the container to form a watenight connection. using appropriate adaptors provided by the probe manufacturer as necessary. The instructions provided by the seller of the probe have been thoroughly rinsed as required by this section. The closed-system must provide for adequate rinsing of any removable probe and of all containers that are not labelled for return to the r'~gistrant. Rinsing must bedone using a liquid that contains no pesticide. The rinsing system must be capab.eof spray-rinsing the inner surface of the container. The rinse solution shall be removed from the pesticide container concurrent with the introduction of the rinse medium. The rinse solution shall go into the pest;cide mix tank of applicator vehicle via the closed system. The system shall be rinsed ac;ording to the specifications of the manufacturer ofthe probe system. or, in the absence of such specifications. by moving at least one halfofthe container volume through the system. A minimum pressure of I 5 psi !'hall be used for the spray rinse. Parathion containers shall be protected against excessive pressure during the container rinse operation. Measures shall be taken to prevent the spray rinse procedure from causing an increase in pressure on the inside of the container walls of more than 5 psi. • Either the operator of the cI :Jsed system must have available at the time of operation a complete set of written instructions for proper operation of the system, or the cenified applicator must document in writing before an operator uses the clo.'ed system that the operator has been adequately trained in the proper operation of the system. I~CJDENT REPORTJi'\G. A telephone notification must be made ifmixing.loading. or use ofa product containing ethyl parathion results in (I) inadvenent or unexpected human exposuretothe prodUC~ or illness resulting from exposure tothe product. (2) spill of the product. (3) an investigation by Federa~: •• State. or local authoritiesofallegatlOns invoh'ing drift of the product. or (4) the deathso~"H)r otlw:. wildlife. The cenified applicator or the owner oft he treated lands must notify by telepho~et~~hief, • Compliance Branch. Office of Compliance t-fonitoring.l!S EPA. at (202) 260-3375 wiwM~en diy!~t. becoming aware of the incident ••• • ••• ••••• • • • • ••••• 11.$1 lUIUBlE ca" •• • • • • • • •• •• • •••• •••• • •••• 't Ii> .--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- • • STORAGE AND DISPOSAL PESTICIDE STORAGE Do not store below 20"F. (-7°e) Do not use or store near heat, open flame or hot surfaces. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store in original containers only. Store in a cool, dry place and avoid excess heat. Carefully open containers. After panial use, replace lids and close tightly. Do not put concentrate or dilute material into food or drink containers. Do not contaminate other pestiddes, fenilizers, water, food, or feed by storage or disposaL In case of spill, avoid contact, isolate area and keep out animals and unprotected persons. Confine spills. Call 901-761-0050. To confine spill: ifliquid, dike surrounding area or absorb with sand, cat lit!er or cor:1mercial clay. Ifdry material, coverto prevent dispersaL Place damaged package in a holding container. Identity contents. Pesticide Disllosal Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal Law. If these wastes cannot bedisposed of by use according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Container Disposal Metal containers -Triple rinse( or equivalent). Then offer forrecycling or reconditioning, orpuncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. Plastic containers -Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incineration, or, ifallowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out ofsmoke. GENERAL INFORMATION Mix in water with agitation; agitate while spraying. Apply to row and field crops in I to 3 gals. (California only: use 5 to 15 gals.) of water by airplane COMPA TIBILIlY - Avoid combinations containing highly alkaline materials such as lime-sulfur solutions or lime. Alkalinecompoundswill reduce the effectiveness of Parathion. • ••• • •••• ALFA LFA: Greenbug (Aphids), Arm~'worms, Grasshoppe.-s- 1/4 to I /3 pi",~~re in~l\,er to cover by air application. Alfalfll Weevil t-ar\'ae - Use 1/3 pt. per acre. Apply \jheft ~falfa is I~ to 14 inches hil!h For severe infestation repeat application to stubble after first cutting ~)("f)I appl~t"'itf1tn 15 - .. ., .. days of harvest. Do not graze anil11alson treated pasture or cut for hay within 15 da}Wappli~atiQll __ • •• • ••••• • •• • • 9 " rD BA RLEY Al'i () "'" EA T: Gr('('nhng (Aphids), Ann~'worms, Gnlsshopp('r~.:W4·to 1!3.pi1t.rer acre in water to cover by air application. Alflllfa We(,\'il Larvae - Use 113 pt per acre. Apply w"a4a1thlfa is 1210 14 inches high. For severe infestation repeat application to stubble after first cutting. Do notapply within 15 days of harvest . Do not graze animals on treated pasture or cut for hay within I 5 day~otapplica­ tion • • CORN: Sap Beetles. Corn Lrllr Aphid - Apply 1/4 pint per acre, diluted in water, the amount depend­ ing on type of equipment used. Do not apply within 12 days of harvest or cutting for forage. corrON: Aphids. Rrd Spider Miles. - 113 pint per acre in water to cover. Lear Perrorator - 1 pint per acre in water to cover. Cabbage Looller. Slink Bugs. Salt Marsh Caterpillars. Leafhoppers -1/2 pint per acre in water to cover. Do not harvest within 7 days. CONDITIONS OF SALE - LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES The directions on this label are believed to be reliable and should be followed carefully. J nsufficient control of pests and/or injury to the crop 10 which the product is applied may result from the occurrence of extra or­ dinary or unusual weather conditions, the failure to follow the label directions, or good applic.ation prac­ tices, all of which are beyond the controi of Helena Chemical Company (the "Company")or seller. In addition, failure to follow label directions may cause injury to crops, animals, man orthe environment. The Company warrants that this product conforms tothe chemical description on the label and;5 reasonably fit forthe purpose referred to in the directions for use subject to the factors noted above whi·;h are beyond the control of the Company. The Company makes no other warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, concerning the product, including no implied warranty of merchant ability orfitness for any panicular purpose, and no such warranty shall be implied by law. The exclusive remedy against the Company for any cause of action relating to the handling or use of this product is a claim fordamageand in no event shall damages or any other recovery ofany kind against the Company exceed the price of the product which causes the alleged loss, damage, injury, or other claim. The Company shall not be liable and any and all claims against the Company are waived for special, indi­ rect, incidental, or consequential damages or expense of any nature, including. but not limited to, loss of profits or income. The Company and the seller offer this product and t he buyer and user accept it, subject to the foregoing conditions of sale and limitation of warranty, liability and remedies. •••••• • •• • •• • • •••••• • • • • •• ••••• • • • • ••••• • ••• • •••• • •••• • •• • •• • • •• •• • •• • • •• • • •• •• • •••• •••• • •••• 10