# APRON + CAPTAN FUNGICIDE SEED TREATMENT

- EPA Reg No: **100-670**
- Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
- Signal word: Danger
- Active ingredients: Captan (31.5%); Metalaxyl (12.5%)
- Label accepted: 1994-09-08
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-00670-19940908.pdf

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 
THERESA KAMICKER 
CIBA-GEIGY CORP. 
P.O. BOX 18300 
GREENSBORO, N.C. 27419 
SEP 8 1994 
OfFICE Of 
PREVENTION. PESTICIOES ANO 
TOXIC SUBSTANCES 
Subject: Label Amendment Submission of 09/15193 in Response to PR Notice 93-7 
EPA Reg. No. 100 .. 670 
APRON & CAPTAN FUNGICIDE SEED TREATMENT 
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This Letter Requires You to Submit a Notification to the Office 
of Compliance Monitoring within 20 Days. 
Dear Registrant: 
The labeling cited above and submitted in connection with registration under the 
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FlFRA), as amended, is accepted 
subject to the comments listed on the enclosed sheet. A copy of your proposed labeling 
stamped "ACCEPTED WITH COMMENTS" is enclosed. 
SERIOUS ERROR(S) ON SUBMITTED LABELING: 
EPA has determined that one or more of the errors on the labeling you submitted 
to the Agency is categorized as "serious" as defined in PR Notice 93-11. In general, serious 
errors are those that may create a potential for harm to workers, handlers, other persons, 
or the environment; or those that prevent the achievement of the basic goals of the Worker 
Protection Standard (WPS) or FIFRA. 
YOU MUST NOT SELL OR DISTRIBUTE (INCLUDING RELEASE FOR 
SHIPMENT) ANY PRODUCT BEARING TIlE SUBMITTED LABELING. Sale or 
distribution of any product with the incorrect labeling is a violation of FIFRA that could 
result in initiation of an action for civil penalties andlor cancellation of your product. This 
matter has been referred to the Office of Compliance Monitoring (OCM) for further action. 
YOU MUST SUBMIT A NOTIFlCATION TO THE OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE 
MONITORING WITIlIN 20 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS LETTER. 
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Each notification must include the following information: 
1. Registrant's name and address. 
2. EPA Registration number of the product for which the labeling 
was submitted. 
3. Whether any product already has been sold or distributed (this includes 
released for shipment) bearing the submitted labeling. 
In addition, the notification must include the following information, IF you have 
already sold or distributed any product bearing the submitted labeling: 
1. Quantity of the product that has been sold or distributed. 
2. EPA Producing Establishment number. 
3. Location of the product, if known. 
4. Proposed plan for assuring that product with the incorrect 
labeling in your control, as well as that in the hands of 
dealers! distributors! users, will be corrected. The plan must 
include your proposal for assuring that the labeling is corrected 
as soon as possible. 
Submit the notification to: 
Michael Wood, Director 
Compliance Division, (7203) 
Worker Protection Notification 
Office of Compliance Monitoring 
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 
401 M Street SW 
Washington, DC 20460 
Failure to submit a notification also may result in initiation of an action under 
FIFRA for civil penalties, if you sold or distributed (this includes released for shipment) 
product bearing the incorrect labeling.

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IN ADDITION, YOU SHOULD CONTACT IMMEDIATELY THE PE~...;.")i'.S TO 
WHOM YOU SOLD OR DISTRIBUTED YOUR PRODUCT AND INFO.~iv. fHBM 
NOT TO SELL OR DISTRIBUTE ANY PRODUCT WITH THE INCORRI:.CT 
LABELING. 
WHAT THIS ACCEPTANCE MEANS: 
Based on your certification, the Agency has accepted the labeling changes that are 
necessary to comply with the WPS labeling requirements of 40 CFR part 156. subpart K, 
described in PR Notices 93-7 and 93-11. Any other labeling changes submitted in 
connection with this amendment application but not directly related to compliance with the 
WPS have neither been reviewed no~ accepted by the Agency. If you wish to make such 
changes. you must submit e. separate amendment application proposing them. If your 
product is currently suspended, the acceptance of this labeling amendment does not affect 
the suspension in any way. 
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO NEXT: 
Submit the required notification. Then by the next label printing make all the 
specified changes to your labeling. Send to EPA one (1) copy of the final printed labeling: 
• BEFORE selling or distributing any product bearing the final printed labeling 
as amended 
AND 
• WITHIN one year from date of this acceptance. 
Submit the final printed labeling via the U.S. Postal Service to: 
Document Processing Desk (JolN-LABEL) 
Office of Pesticide Programs (7505C) 
U.s. Environmental Protection Agency 
401 M Street. SW 
Washington. D.C. 204~1

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Hand or courier deliveries of fmallabeling may be made to: 
Document Processing Desk (FIN-LABEL) 
Office of Pesticide Programs 
Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 
1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 
Arlington, VA 22202 
Attachment 
cc: Office of Compliance Monitoring 
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r:~tration Support Branch 
'\j'tration Division (7505W)

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GREGORY R. WATSON 
CEIBY GEIGY CORPORATION 
Comments for: EPA REG. NO. 100-670 
APRON + CAPTAN SEED PROTECTANT 
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The following specific comments pertain to your WPS labeling 
submission concerning the product cited above: 
The restricted entry interval as outlined in supplement Three-A 
should be added as shown in item 4 of section F. 
The Personal Protective Equipment for early-entry as outlined in 
Supplement Three of PR ~3-7 must be added to your label. 
You may add the following acception to allow early entry if ther~ 
will be no contact with treated seed. "Exception: if treated seed 
is soil incorporated, the Worker Protection Standard, under 
certain circumstances, allows workers to enter the treated area 
if there will be no contact with anything that has been treated." 
Correct the typographical error in the spanish text circled on 
your proposed label.

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Front Panel 
Apron® + Capt an 
Fungicide Seed Protectant 
An on-farm soybean and sorghum seed 
treatment for protection against seed 
rots and certain diseases caused by PythiYm 
and Phytophthora spp. 
Active Ingredients: 
Metalaxyl: N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-
WPS Proposed Label 
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(methoxyacetyl) alanine methyl ester ................. . 12.5% 
30.8% 
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*Captan: ............................................ . 
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Inert Ingredients: 
Total: 
*N-trichloromethylthio-4-
cyclohexene-l,2-dicarboximide 
Apron + Capt an is a powder for dry seed treatment. 
EPA Est. 42056-IL-l 
EPA Reg. No. 100-670 
Keep Out of Reach of Children 
DANGER/PELIGRO 
56.0% 
100.0% 
Si usted no entiende la eti~~a, busque a alguien para que se 
la explique a usted en .~~ . (If you do not understand the 
label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.)

If in eyes: 
If swallowed: 
If inhaled: 
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Front Panel (Continued) 
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Statement of Practical Treatment 
Flush with plenty of water. Call a physi­
cian. 
Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, 
egg whites, gelatin solution, or if these 
are not available, large quantities of 
water. Avoid alcohol. Do riot induce vom­
iting or give anything by mouth to an un­
conscious person. 
Remove victim to fresh air. If not 
breathing, give artificial respiration, 
preferably mouth to mouth. Get medical 
attention. 
If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get 
medical attention if irritation persists. 
Note to Physician: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate 
the use of gastric lavage. 
See additional precautionary statements on back of container. 
See directions for use on back of container. 
Five Pounds 
Net Weight 
Ciba-Geigy

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Back of Container 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARRANTY 
IMPORTANT: Read the entire Directions for Use and the Condi­
tions of Sale and warranty before using this product. 
Conditions of Sale and Warranty 
The Directions for Use of this product reflect the opinion of 
experts based on field use and tests. The directions are 
believed to be reliable and should be followed carefully. How­
ever, it is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently asso­
ciated with use of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness, 
or other unintended consequences may result because of such fac­
tors as weather conditions, presence of other materials, or the 
manner of use or application all of which are beyond the control 
of Ciba-Geigy or the Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by 
the Buyer. 
Ciba-Geigy warrants that this product conforms to the chemical 
description on the label and is rea30nably fit for the purposes 
referred to in the Directions for Use subject to the inherent 
risks referred to above. Ciba-Geigy makes no Qther express or 
implied warranty of Fitness or Merchantability or any other 
express or implied warranty. In no case shall Ciba-Geigy or the 
Seller be liable for conse~uential. special. or indirect damages 
resulting from the use or handling of this product. Ciba-Geigy 
and the Seller offer this product, and t~e Buyer and user accept 
it, subject to the foregoing Conditions of Sale and Warranty, 
which may be varied only by agreement in writing signed by a 
duly authorized representative of Ciba-Geigy.

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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 
contains requirements for the protection of agricultural work­
er~ on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers 
of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for 
training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assis­
tance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions 
pertaining to the statements on this label about personal pro­
tective equipment (PPE) and restricted-entry interval. The 
requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product 
that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard. 
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND PRECAUTIONS ON THIS 
LABEL MAY RESULT IN CROP INJURY, POOR DISEASE CONTROL, AND/OR 
ILLEGAL RESIDUES. 
General Information 
Apron + Capt an Fungicide Seed Protectant is a dry powder formu­
lated specifically for seed treatment application at planting 
~ in soybeans and sorghum. Unique formulation technology has 
been incorporated to help lubricate the planter; thus allowing a 
smooth even flow of seed to the furrow, while providing uniform 
seed coverage and adherence to the seed. 
Diseases Controlled 
The combination of Apron with Captan provides protectant activi­
ty against seed rot organisms and protectant and systemic activ­
ity against Pythium damping-off, as well as early season control 
of Phytophthora diseases of soybeans and downy mildew of sor­
ghum. 
Apron + Captan should be appJled at planting time, utilizing 
either the Gustafson JF-l farm unit treater or the Gustafson

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CF-80* treater to maximize seed coverage. (*Calibrate the Gus­
tafson CF-80 treater as per the manufacturer's instructions.) 
Seed should be placed in the treater and then the chemical added 
as follows: 
Soybeans: 
Sorghum: 
Notes: 
Apply 2 ozs. of Apron + Capt an per 50 Ibs. of 
seed for protection against seed rots, Pythium 
damping-off and early season Phytophthora. 
Apply 2 ozs. of Apron + Capt an per 50 Ibs. of 
seed for protection against seed rots and Pythium 
damping-off. For control of early season downy 
mildew, apply 4 ozs. per 50 Ibs. of seed. 
(1) For planters with electric eye monitors, 
periodically clean them with brushes provided by the 
planter manufacturer, according to their directions. 
(2) Treated seed must not be used or mixed with food 
or animal feed, or processed for oil. (3) Treat 
only those seeds needed for immediate use, minimiz­
ing the interval between treatment and planting. 
(4) Do not store excess treated seeds beyond plant­
ing time. 
Storage and Disposal 
Pesticide Storage and Disposal 
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not contaminate water, food, or 
feed by storage or disposal, or cleaning of equipment. Open 
dumping is prohibited. Wastes resulting from the use of this 
product are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of unused pes­
ticide is a violation of federal law. Pesticide that cannot be 
used according to label instructions must be disposed of accord­
ing to federal, state, or local procedures. For guidance in 
proper disposal methods, contact your State Pesticide or Envi­
ronmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste Representative 
at the nearest EPA Regional Office. 
Container Disposal 
Do not reuse empty container. Triple rinse container (or 
equivalent), puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, by 
incineration, or if allowed by state and local authorities, by 
burning. If burned, keep out of smoke. 
For minor spills, etc., follow all precautions indicated on this 
label and clean up immediately. Take special care to avoid con­
tamination of equipment and facilities during cleanup procedures 
and disposal of wastes. In the event of a major spill, fire, or 
other emergercy, call 1-800-888-8372 day or night.

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Precautionary Statements 
Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals 
DANGER/PELIGRO 
Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, 
or absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. 
Avoid breathing dust and contact with skin. 
Personal Protective Equipment: 
Applicators and other handlers (other than mixers and loaders) 
must wear: 
• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants 
• Waterproof gloves 
• Shoes plus socks 
• Protective eyewear 
Mixers and loaders must wear: 
• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants 
• Waterproof gloves 
• Shoes plus socks 
• Protective eyewear 
• Chemical-resistant apron when mixing and loading 
• Dust/mist filtering respirator (MSHA/NIOSH approval number 
prefix TC-2IC) 
Discard clothing and other absorbent mate ials that have been 
drenched or heavily contaminated with this product's concen­
trate. Do not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions 
for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for 
washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE 
separately fr0m other laundry. 
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User Safety Recommendations; 
Users should: 
• Wash hands before eating, drinking, 
tobacco or using the toilet. 
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gum, using 
.' Remove clothing immediately if pesti"ide gets inside. Then 
wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. 
Environmental Hazards 
This pesticide is toxic to fish. Keep out of any body of 
water. Do not clean equipment or dispose of equipment wash 
waters in a manner that will contaminate water resources. 
the event that treated seeds are spilled and cannot be sal-
vaged, completely cover them with soil. 
Apron® trademark of Ciba-Geigy Corporation for metalaxyl 
U.S. Patent 4,151,299 
@1993 Ciba-Geigy Corporation 
Ciba Plant Protection 
Ciba-Geigy Corporatic~ 
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419 
CGA 83L1 (WPS) 
Initial Registration April 10, 1989 
Revised - 9/17/93 - WPS 
[GANNONC.LABELA]ACAPWPS - 9/17/93 
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