crop-chem-docs/corpus/epa_ppls/100-1305.md

CRUISER MAXX CEREALS

• EPA Reg No: 100-1305
• Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
• Signal word: Caution
• Active ingredients: Thiamethoxam (2.8%); Metalaxyl-M (0.56%); Difenoconazole (3.36%)
• Label accepted: 2013-06-12
• Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-01305-20130612.pdf

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06 UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460-0001 , . I/UN OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION Patrick McCain Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC P.O. Box 18300 Greensboro, NC 27419 Subject: Amendment to add resistance management text, environmental hazards text, seed tag language, and other minor text EPA Registration No. 100-1305 Primary Brand Name: Cruiser Maxx Cereals Submission Date: May 15,2013 Decision No.: 479563 Dear Mr. McCain: The label referred to above, submitted under FIFRA, as amended, is acceptable. Please submit one final printed copy for the above mentioned label before releasing the product for shipment. If you have any questions, please contact Gene Benbow at (703) 347-0235 or via email at benbo w. gene@epa. gov. Sincerely, Venus Eagle Product Manager (01) Insecticide-Rodenticide Branch Registration Division (7504P)

Master Label GROUP GROUP INSECTICIDE FUNGICIDE CruiserMaxx® Cereals Insecticide with Fungicides A seed treatment product for protection against damage from certain insects, seed- borne diseases, and seedling diseases of cereals Active Ingredients: Thiamethoxam* 2.80% Mefenoxam** : 0.56% Difenoconazole*** 3.36% Other Ingredients: 93.28% Total: 100.00% *CASNo. 153719-23-4 **CAS No. 70630-17-0 and CAS No. 69516-34-3 ***CAS No. 119446-68-3 One gallon of CruiserMaxx Cereals contains 0.26 pounds thiamethoxam, 0.05 pounds mefenoxam and 0.31 pounds difenoconazole. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. CAUTION See additional precautionary statements and directions for use in booklet. EPA Reg. No. 100-1305 EPAEst. XXXXX SCP 1305-MAS1109 Net Contents ACCEPTED n 2013a Federal ¥leW - 1 3d v• Ov l>>

FIRST AID If in eyes Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 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 swallowed Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting .unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 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 inhaled Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. HOT LINE NUMBER For 24-Hour Medical Emergency Assistance (Human or Animal) Or Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident) Call 1-800-888-8372

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals CAUTION Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling, and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for Category A on an EPA chemical resistance category selection chart. Applicators and other handlers must wear: • Long-sleeved shirt and long pants • Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material - Category A (e.g., barrier laminate, butyl rubber >14 mils, natural rubber >14 mils, nitrile rubber >14 mils, neoprene rubber >14 mils, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride [PVC] >14 mils or Viton®>14 mils) • Shoes plus socks User Safety Requirements Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions exist for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

Engineering Control Statements For commercial seedtreatment applications only, applicators must use a closed system. When handlers use closed systems 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 "Applicators and other handlers" and have such PPE immediately available for use in an emergency, such as a spill or equipment break-down. 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 product is toxic to wildlife, freshwater and estuarine/marine fish and highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in neighboring areas. Exposed treated seeds may be hazardous to wildlife. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwater or rinsate. Pollinator Precautions: Thiamethoxam is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment, and effects may be possible as a result of exposure to translocated residues in blooming crops. Groundwater Advisory: Thiamethoxam has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected in ground water. This chemical may leach into the ground water if used in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water table is shallow. Mefenoxam is known to leach through soil into ground water under certain conditions as a result of agricultural use. Use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water table is shallow, may result in ground water contamination.

Physical and Chemical Hazards Do not use, pour, spill or store near heat or open flame.

6 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 must 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 influencing factors in the use of the product, which are beyond the control of SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC or Seller. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Buyer and User agree to hold SYNGENTA and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors. SYNGENTA warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description 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. To the extent permitted by applicable law: (1) this warranty does not extend to the use of the product contrary to label instructions or under conditions not reasonably foreseeable to or beyond the control of Seller or SYNGENTA, and, (2) Buyer and User assume the risk of any such use. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SYNGENTA MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS WARRANTED BY THIS LABEL. To the extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall SYNGENTA be liable for any incidental, consequential or special damages resulting from the use or handling of this product. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE 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, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE THE RETURN OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR, AT THE ELECTION OF SYNGENTA OR SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. SYNGENTA and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, subject to the foregoing Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability, which may not be modified except by written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of SYNGENTA.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 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 specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective 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. Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted- entry interval (REI) of 48 hours. Exception: If the seed is treated with the product and the treated seed is soil-injected or 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. PPE required for early entry to 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: i • Coveralls • Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material - Category A (e.g., barrier laminate, butyl rubber >14 mils, natural rubber >14 mils, nitrile rubber >14 mils, neoprene rubber >14 mils, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride [PVC] >14 mils or Viton® >14 mils) • Shoes plus socks FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND PRECAUTIONS ON THIS LABEL MAY RESULT IN CROP INJURY, POOR INSECT AND/OR DISEASE CONTROL, AND/OR ILLEGAL RESIDUES.

Treatment of highly mechanically scarred or damaged seed, or seed known to be of low vigor and poor quality, may result in reduced germination and/or reduction of seed and seedling vigor. Treat a small quantity of seed using equipment similar to that planned for treating the total seed lot. Prior to treatment, conduct germination tests on a small portion of the seed before committing the total seed lot to a selected seed treatment. Due to seed quality, crop or variety sensitivity, and seed storage conditions beyond the control of Syngenta, no claims are made to guarantee the germination of seed or propagating material for all crop seed when treated with CruiserMaxx Cereals. PRODUCT INFORMATION CruiserMaxx Cereals is a seed treatment product containing the active ingredients: thiamethoxam (insecticide) and difenoconazole and mefenoxam (fungicides). CruiserMaxx Cereals protects against damage from certain early season insects and also protects against certain seed- and soil-borne diseases of cereal crops. Thiamethoxam is a systemic seed treatment insecticide belonging to the neoticotinoid class of chemistry. Thiamethoxam protects against certain chewing and sucking insects through contact and ingestion. Mefenoxam fungicide is active against Pythium. Difenoconazole fungicide is active against several seed, soil and foliar diseases, as listed in the table in the Crop Use Directions section. MIXING PROCEDURES Important: Always re-circulate CruiserMaxx Cereals thoroughly before using. CruiserMaxx Cereals is a ready-to-use water-based formulation for use in commercial seed treatment facilities utilizing closed-system application techniques. In addition, CruiserMaxx Cereals may also be applied by on-site/on-farm applications. Apply CruiserMaxx Cereals as a water-based slurry utilizing standard slurry seed treatment equipment which provides uniform seed coverage. Uneven or incomplete seed coverage may not give the desired level of insect and disease control. If necessary, thoroughly mix the recommended amount of CruiserMaxx Cereals into the required amount of water or liquid inoculant for the slurry treater and dilution rate to be used. The total application volume must be sufficient to provide the desired level of coverage. The typical density of CruiserMaxx Cereals is 9.2 pounds per gallon. Consult the manufacturer of the application equipment you plan to employ for suitability for this application and for instructions on operation and calibration of the equipment. Follow the manufacturer application instructions for the seed treatment equipment being used.

"I* Under certain disease conditions, additional amounts of fungicides may be required. When needed, apply additional Apron XL® according to the CROP USE DIRECTIONS. Other tank mix partners may be used with CruiserMaxx Cereals; however, .the user must consider the use rate, formulation, seed and crop safety factors and compatibility of each product to be mixed when determining the total application volume. Continuous agitation or mixing of the slurry mixture is necessary to prevent settling out of the solution. Ideal storage temperature is above freezing and below 86°F (30 °C). Repeated freezing and thawing of CruiserMaxx Cereals will not affect the physical integrity of the product. If the product should freeze, bring the product back to room temperature and ensure the contents are mixed well prior to application. Allow seed to dry before bagging. Follow planter manufacturer recommendations for use of talc or other hopper box additives at planting. Seed should be completely dry before adding to planter. Seed treated with this product must be visually identifiable from untreated seed by the use of an approved colorant or dye to prevent accidental use of the treated seed as food for man or feed for animals. Refer to 21 CRF, Part 2.25. Any colorant or dye added to treated seed must be cleared for use in accordance with 40 CFR, Part 180.1001. CruiserMaxx Cereals contains an EPA approved dye/colorant that imparts an unnatural color to the seed as required by the Federal Seed Act. SEED BAG LABEL REQUIREMENTS The Federal Seed Act requires that bags containing treated seeds shall be labeled with the following statements: • This seed has been treated with thiamethoxam insecticide and difenoconazole and mefenoxam fungicides. • Do not use treated seed for feed, food, or oil purposes. • User is responsible for ensuring that the seed bag meets all requirements under the Federal Seed Act. In addition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires the following statements on bags containing seeds treated with CruiserMaxx Cereals: • Pollinator Precaution: Thiamethoxam is highly toxic to bees, and effects are possible as a result of exposure to translocated residues in blooming crops.

10 • Ground Water Advisory: o Thiamethoxam has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected in ground water. This chemical may leach into the ground water if used in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water table is shallow. o Mefenoxam is known to leach through soil into ground water under certain conditions as a result of agricultural use. Use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water table is shallow, may result in ground water contamination. • Store treated seed away from food and feedstuffs. • Do not allow children, pets or livestock to have access to treated seeds. • Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirt and protective gloves when handling treated seed. • Treated seeds exposed on soil surface may be hazardous to wildlife. Cover or collect treated seeds spilled during loading and planting. • Dispose of all excess treated seed. Leftover treated seed my be doublesown around the headland or buried away from water sources in accordance with local requirements. • Do not contaminate bodies of water when disposing of planting equipment wash water. • Dispose of seed packaging or containers in accordance with local requirements. • For seed treated with CruiserMaxx Cereals, do not graze or feed livestock on treated areas for 45 days after planting. • Excess treated seed may be used for ethanol production only if (1) by-products are not used for livestock feed and (2) no measurable residues of pesticide remain in the ethanol by- products that are used in agronomic practice. • Alfalfa, Brassica (cole) leafy vegetables, buckwheat, corn, pearl millet, proso millet, popcorn, rice (dry-seeded), sorghum, teosinte, wild rice, cotton, cucurbit vegetables, dry bulb onions, fruiting vegetables, leafy vegetables, legume vegetables, mint (peppermint and spearmint), oil seed crops (black mustard seed, borage seed, crambe seed, field mustard seed, flax seed, Indian mustard seed, Indian rapeseed seed, peanuts, rapeseed seed, and safflower seed), root vegetables, strawberry, sunflowers, tobacco, and tuberous and corm vegetables may be planted 30 days from the date the CruiserMaxx Cereals treated seed was planted. • For any other crop, the minimum plant back interval is 120 days from the date the CruiserMaxx Cereals treated seed was planted. A cover crop other than the crops listed above that is planted for erosion control or soil improvement may be planted sooner than the 120 day interval; however, the crop may not be grazed or harvested for food or feed.

11 CROP USE PRECAUTIONS Resistance Management CruiserMaxx Cereals contains thiamethoxam, a Group 4A insecticide; mefenoxam, a Group 4 fungicide; and difenoconazole, a Group 3 fungicide. Some insect pests are known to develop resistance to products after repeated use. Because resistance development cannot be predicted, the use of this product should conform to sound resistance management strategies established for the crop and use area. Syngenta encourages responsible product stewardship to ensure effective longterm control of the insects on this label. If resistance to this product develops in your area, this product, or other products with a similar mode of action, may not provide adequate control. If poor performance cannot be attributed to improper application or extreme weather conditions, a resistant strain of insect may be present. If you experience difficulty with control and resistance is a reasonable cause, immediately consult your local company representative or agricultural advisor for the best alternative method of control for your area. CruiserMaxx Cereals contains a Group 4A insecticide (thiamethoxam, belongingto the neonicotinoid class of chemistry). Insect biotypes with acquired or inherent resistance to Group 4A insecticides may eventually dominate the insect population if Group 4A insecticides are used repeatedly as the predominant method of control for targeted species. This may result in partial or total loss of control of those species by CruiserMaxx Cereals or other Group 4A insecticides. In order to maintain susceptibility to this class of chemistry: • Avoid using Group 4A insecticides exclusively for season long control of insect species with more than one generation per crop season. • For insect species with successive or overlapping generations, apply CruiserMaxx Cereals or other Group 4A insecticides using a "treatment window" approach. A treatment window is a period of time as defined by the stage of crop development and/or the biology of the pests of concern. Within the treatment window, depending on the length of residual activity, there may either be single or consecutive applications (seed treatment, soil, foliar, unless otherwise stated) of the Group 4A insecticides. Do not exceed the maximum CruiserMaxx Cereals allowed per growing season. • Following a treatment window of Group 4A insecticides, rotate to a treatment window of effective products with a different mode of action before making additional applications of Group 4A insecticides. • A treatment window rotation, along with other IPM practices for the crop and use area, is considered an effective strategy for preventing or delaying a pest's ability to develop resistance to this class of chemistry. • If resistance is suspected, do not reapply CruiserMaxx Cereals or any other Group 4A insecticides. • Other Insect Resistance Management (IRM) practices include: • Incorporating IPM techniques into your insect control program.

12 • Monitoring treated insect populations for loss of field efficacy. « Using tank-mixtures or premixes with insecticides from a different target site of action group as long as the involved products are all registered for the same crop outlet and labeled rates are applied. • For additional information on Insect Resistance Management: • Contact your local extension specialist, certified crop advisor and/or product manufacturer for additional insect resistance management recommendations. • Visit the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee (IRAC) on the web at: http://www.irac-online.org/. Mefenoxam is in the Group 4 class fungicides. It is a systemic fungicide having a specific mode of action against fungal pathogens. Note: The fungicide mefenoxam contained in this product could be subject to development of resistant strains of fungi or may be ineffective against naturally occurring strains of fungi. Development of resistance or natural tolerance cannot be predicted. Consult with your State Agricultural Experiment Station or Extension Service Specialist for guidance and ways to control any possible insensitive or tolerant strains of fungi which may occur. Difenoconazole is in the Group 3 class fungicides. The mode of action of difenoconazole is as a demethylation inhibitor of sterol biosynthesis (DMI) which disrupts membrane synthesis by blocking demethylation. Fungal pathogens can develop resistance to products with the same mode of action when used repeatedly. Because resistance development cannot be predicted, use of this product should conform to resistance management strategies established for the crop and use area. Consult your local pest control advisor or extension office for additional methods for preventing resistance development. Syngenta encourages responsible product stewardship to ensure effective long term control of the fungal and insect pests on this label. CROP USE DIRECTIONS USE RATES For protection against certain seed and soil-borne diseases and insects on small-grain cereals, apply 5.0 fluid ounces of CruiserMaxx Cereals per 100 Ib. of seed to the crops listed in the following table.

12 • Monitoring treated insect populations for loss of field efficacy. • Using tank-mixtures or premixes with insecticides from a different target site of action group as long as the involved products are all registered for the same crop outlet and labeled rates are applied. For additional information on Insect Resistance Management: • Contact your local extension specialist, certified crop advisor and/or product manufacturer for additional insect resistance management recommendations. • Visit the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee (IRAC) on the web at: http://www.irac-online.org/. Mefenoxam is in the Group 4 class fungicides. It is a systemic fungicide having a specific mode of action against fungal pathogens. Note: The fungicide mefenoxam contained in this product could be subject to development of resistant strains of fungi or may be ineffective against naturally occurring strains of fungi. Development of resistance or natural tolerance cannot be predicted. Consult with your State Agricultural Experiment Station or Extension Service Specialist for guidance and ways to control any possible insensitive or tolerant strains of fungi which may occur. Difenoconazole is in the Group 3 class fungicides. The mode of action of difenoconazole is as a demethylation inhibitor of sterol biosynthesis (DMI) which disrupts membrane synthesis by blocking demethylation. Fungal pathogens can develop resistance to products with the same mode of action when used repeatedly. Because resistance development cannot be predicted, use of this product should conform to resistance management strategies established for the crop and use area. Consult your local pest control advisor or extension office for additional methods for preventing resistance development. Syngenta encourages responsible product stewardship to ensure effective long term control of the fungal and insect pests on this label. CROP USE DIRECTIONS USE RATES For protection against certain seed and soil-borne diseases and insects on small-grain cereals, apply 5.0 fluid ounces of CruiserMaxx Cereals per 100 Ib. of seed to the crops listed in the following table.

13 Crop Barley Pests Insects Wireworms1 Aphids2 Diseases Controlled General Seed Rots3 Seedling Blight, Root Rot, and Damping-Off caused by seed- and soil-borne Fusarium and soil-borne Pythium4 Early Season Rhizoctonia Root Rot Covered and False Loose Smut Diseases Suppressed Common Root Rot (Cochliobolus spp.) Fusarium Crown and Foot Rot Take-All Triticale Insects Wireworms1 Aphids2 Diseases Controlled General Seed Rots3 Seedling Blight, Root Rot, and Damping-Off caused by seed- and soil-borne Fusarium and soil-borne Pythium4 Early Season Rhizoctonia Root Rot Loose Smut Diseases Suppressed Common Root Rot (Cochliobolus spp.) Fusarium Crown and Foot Rot Take-All Winter Wheat Insects Wireworms1 Aphids2 Hessian Fly2 Diseases Controlled General Seed Rots3 Seedling Blight, Root Rot, and Damping-Off caused by seed- and soil-borne Fusarium and soil-borne Pythium4 Common and Dwarf Bunt6 Loose Smut Diseases Suppressed5 Common Root Rot (Cochliobolus spp.) Early Season Rhizoctonia Root Rot Fusarium Crown and Foot Rot Take-All Spring Wheat Insects Wireworms1 Aphids2 Hessian Fly2 Diseases Controlled General Seed Rots3 Seedling Blight, Root Rot, and Damping-Off caused by seed- and soil-borne Fusarium and soil-borne Pythium4 Early Season Rhizoctonia Root Rot Common Bunt6 Loose Smut

14 Crop Pests Diseases Suppressed5 Common Root Rot (Cochliobolus spp.) Fusarium Crown and Foot Rot Take-All 1 CruiserMaxx Cereals provides suppression of wireworm activity; however, if the wireworm pressure is high, additional protection may be required. Under these circumstances, mix 5.0 fluid ounces of CruiserMaxx Cereals with 0.25 fluid ounces of Cruiser® 5FS. Consult each product label for registered use rates and follow all label use instructions. Read the label directions for each product and follow the most restrictive label precautions and limitations. 2 For protection against aphids and Hessian fly, an additional amount of Cruiser 5FS must be mixed with CruiserMaxx Cereals. Mix 5.0 fluid ounce of CruiserMaxx Cereals with 0.48 to 1.0 fluid ounce of Cruiser 5FS with appropriate quantities of water and apply to 100 pounds of seed. Consult each product label for registered use rates and follow all label use instructions. Re^d the label directions for each product and follow the most restrictive label precautions and limitations. 3 Protection against general seed rots include those caused by saprophytic organisms such as Rhizoctonia, Fusarium, Pythium, Penicillium and Aspergillus. 4 For additional Pythium protection, add 0.0425 fluid ounces of Apron XL® LS per 100 pounds of seed. 5 Suppression means effective protection at a level that could provide commercial benefit. 6 Provides protection against both seed- and soil-borne bunts (common, dwarf). Post-Treatment Storage Protection When treated according to the directions for post-planting protection against listed pests indicated above, CruiserMaxx Cereals will also provide protection during post treatment storage of the seed against damage from the following stored grain insects: Indian Meal Moth (Plodia interpunctella), Rice Weevil (Sitophilus oryza), Red Flour Beetle (Tribolium castaneum), and Lesser Grain Borer (Rhizopertha dominica). If seed to be treated has existing infestations of stored grain insects, it is recommended that the seed be fumigated with labelled products, prior to treating with CruiserMaxx Cereals and bagging.

15 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage, disposal, or cleaning of equipment. Pesticide Storage Store in a cool, dry place. Storage for extended periods above 90°F is not recommended. Pesticide Disposal Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. If these wastes cannot be used 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 in proper disposal methods. Container Handling [less than or equal to 5 gallons] Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Fill the container % full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities. Container Handling [greater than 5 gallons] Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container % full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least once complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities. Container Handling [bulk/mini-bulk] Refillable container. Refill this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this container for any other purpose. Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility

16 of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the person refilling. To clean container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or mix tank. Fill the container about 10 percent full with water. Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. 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 procedures and disposal of wastes. CONTAINER IS NOT SAFE FOR FOOD, FEED, OR DRINKING WATER! Apron XL®, Cruiser®, CruiserMaxx® Cereals, the ALLIANCE FRAME, the SYNGENTA Logo and the PURPOSE ICON are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company Viton® trademark of E. I. duPont de Nemours & Co., Inc. ©2013 Syngenta For non-emergency (e.g., current product information), call Syngenta Crop Protection at 1-800-334-9481. Manufactured for: Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC P.O. Box18300 Greensboro, North Carolina 27419-8300 SCP1305-MAS 1109

17 (Non-detachable Container Label - 1 gal, 2.5 gal, 15 gal.) GROUP B£» INSECTICIDE GROUP mltm FUNGICIDE CruiserMaxx® Cereals Insecticide with Fungicides A seed treatment product for protection against damage from certain insects, seed- borne diseases, and seedling diseases of cereals Active Ingredients: Thiamethoxam* 2.80% Mefenoxam** 0.56% Difenoconazole*** 3.36% Other Ingredients: 93.28% Total: 100.00% *CASNo. 153719-23-4 **CAS No. 70630-17-0 and CAS No. 69516-34-3 ***CASNo. 119446-68-3 One gallon of CruiserMaxx Cereals contains 0-26 pounds thiamethoxam, 0.05 pounds mefenoxam and 0.31 pounds difenoconazole. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. CAUTION Si usted no entienda la etiqueta busque a alguien para se la explique en detalle. (If you do not understand the label find someone to explain it to you in detail.) See additional precautionary statements and directions for use in booklet. AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. Refer to supplemental labeling under "Agricultural Use Requirements" in the Directions for Use section for information about this standard. EPA Reg. No. 100-1305 EPA Est. XXXXX SCP1305-MAS 1109 Net Contents

18 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS FIRST AID If in eyes Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 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 swallowed Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 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 inhaled Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. • HOT LINE NUMBER For 24-Hour Medical Emergency Assistance (Human or Animal) Or Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident) Call 1-800-888-8372 Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals CAUTION Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling, and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

19 Environmental Hazards This product is toxic to wildlife and highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Thiamethoxam is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment, and effects may be possible as a result of exposure to translocated residues in blooming crops. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water. Exposed treated seeds may be hazardous to wildlife. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage, disposal, or cleaning of equipment. Pesticide Storage Store in a cool, dry place. Storage for extended periods above 90°F is not recommended. Pesticide Disposal Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. If these wastes cannot be used 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 in proper disposal methods. Container Handling [less than or equal to 5 gallons] Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Fill the container % full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities. Container Handling [greater than 5 gallons] Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container % full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least once complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use and disposal. Repeat this procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

20 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 procedures and disposal of wastes. CONTAINER IS NOT SAFE FOR FOOD, FEED, OR DRINKING WATER! CruiserMaxx® and the SYNGENTA Logo are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company ©2013 Syngenta Manufactured for: Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC P.O. Box 18300 Greensboro, North Carolina 27419-8300 SCP 1305-MAS 1109

21 (Non-detachable Container Label - Bulk) GROUP KLS1 INSECTICIDE GROUP KlEH FUNGICIDE CruiserMaxx® Cereals Insecticide with Fungicides A seed treatment product for protection against damage from certain insects, seed- borne diseases, and seedling diseases of cereals Active Ingredients: Thiamethoxam* 2.80% Mefenoxam** 0.56% Pifenoconazole*** 3.36% Other Ingredients: . 93.28% Total: 100.00% *CAS No. 153719-23-4 **CAS No. 70630-17-0 and CAS No. 69516-34-3 ***CAS No. 119446-68-3 One gallon of CruiserMaxx Cereals contains 0.26 pounds thiamethoxam, 0.05 pounds rnefenoxam and 0.31 pounds difenoconazole. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. CAUTION Si usted no entienda la etiqueta busque a alguien para se la explique en detalle. (If you do not understand the label find someone to explain it to you in detail.) See additional precautionary statements and directions for use in booklet. EPA Reg. No. 100-1305 EPAEst. XXXXX SCP 1305-MAS 1109 Net Contents

22 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS FIRST AID If in eyes Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 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 swallowed Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 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 inhaled Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. HOT LINE NUMBER For 24-Hour Medical Emergency Assistance (Human or Animal) Or Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident) Call 1-800-888-8372 Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals CAUTION Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling, and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

23 Environmental Hazards This product is toxic to wildlife and highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Thiamethoxam is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment, and effects may be possible as a result of exposure to translocated residues in blooming crops. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water. Exposed treated seeds may be hazardous to wildlife. 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 must 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 influencing factors in the use of the product, which are beyond the control of SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC or Seller. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Buyer and User agree to hold SYNGENTA and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors. SYNGENTA warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description 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. To the extent permitted by applicable law, (1) this warranty does not extend to the use of the product contrary to label instructions or under conditions not reasonably foreseeable to or beyond the control of Seller or SYNGENTA, and, (2) Buyer and User assume the risk of any such use. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SYNGENTA MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS WARRANTED BY THIS LABEL. To the extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall SYNGENTA be liable for any incidental, consequential or special damages resulting from the use or handling of this product. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE 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, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE THE RETURN OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR, AT THE ELECTION OF SYNGENTA OR SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.

24 SYNGENTA and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, subject to the foregoing Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability, which may not be modified except by written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of SYNGENTA. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. Refer to supplemental labeling under "Agricultural Use Requirements" in the Directions for Use section for information about this standard. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage, disposal, or cleaning of equipment. Pesticide Storage Store in a cool, dry place. Storage for extended periods above 90°F is not recommended. Pesticide Disposal Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. If these wastes cannot be used 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 in proper disposal methods. Container Handling Refillable container. Refill this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this container for any other purpose. Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the person refilling. To clean container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or mix tank. Fill the container about 10 percent full with water. Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling if

25 available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. 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 procedures and disposal of wastes. CONTAINER IS NOT SAFE FOR FOOD, FEED, OR DRINKING WATER! CruiserMaxx®, the ALLIANCE FRAME, the SYNGENTA Logo and the PURPOSE ICON are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company ©2013 Syngenta For non-emergency (e.g., current product information), call Syngenta Crop Protection at 1-800-334-9481. Manufactured for: Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC P.O. Box 18300 Greensboro, North Carolina 27419-8300 SCP 1305-MAS 1109 CRUISERMAXX CEREALS 1305-MAS 1109 AMEND MAY2013-VERB-HILITE.doc 000100-01305.20130515B.CRUISERMAXX CEREALS AMEND MAY2013-VERB-HILITE.PDF

26 Chron 4-16-08 - Approved with comments. 7-2-09 - Approved - notification for PR Notice 2007-4 container handling 11-19-09 - approved the Notification to add "Early Season Rhizoctonia Root Rot. 3-3-11- notification to remove patent numbers-requires no label date code change 05-14-13 - refiliable container handling for bulk. 06-11-13 - version changes CruiserMaxx Cereals 1305-MAS 1109 -dt-6-11-13