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ALFA-TOX INSECTICIDE

• EPA Reg No: 100-472
• Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
• Signal word: Caution
• Active ingredients: Methoxychlor (20%); Diazinon (10%)
• Label accepted: 1988-11-30
• Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-00472-19881130.pdf

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.- \ \ Ms. Carolyn FlI.l!'lSf'Y Clhll-<'(>iqy CoIjlOration P.O. Pox lR300 Grcpn,bnro, NC 27419 Suh;('ct: l\n£'mlTl'nt!'l _. fl.'vlse p"r MilY 1. I1lS7 Conpn"!llf'n!'li \IP reI: Limit aerial application to hea'l l .. ttuce an:! tOll:ltoes; Prohibi t uS(' on ham-hllrwstro cOITI..:>rciall y qro.m potatoes; ~cify slIcculent peas am SWf!Ct corn only; ~lpt(' alfalfa. clover, corn, am pir..:>s; l)->l ptf' ('manqer<'d species restrictions Revi 1:"'" ch{>ltliqation tlf'ad i ng P.evi!'lP re-entry !'ltatement Pec]lIrl' sol wnt M; inert 1\1 fa-tox LPA ~q. flo. 10(-472 Ynur submission (htC'd r-bvPlTher 14. 191'8 Th ... arrcml!l'nts referred to above, submitted in connection with a H'qistration uroer the Federal InRE'cticide, fungicide. aOO Jmenticiclc· Act. are a=eptable provide(] the following revisions are llI!de prior to release for shipment:

1. The active ingredient should be declared as foll0W6: Diazinon [O,D-Diethyl D-(2-isq>ropyl-b-methyl-.t-pyrimidinyl) phosphorothioate]
2. Revise the solvent footnote to: ·Co'ltains xyleM range araMtic solvent". It is Ilsst.IIT'€Jd that yo.! have not Chdnqed eol vents fran that previouslv declared.
3. Md "Pecr-:mterded for Agrlet.ltural or CoImercial Uec Only" to the t.CJP of t~ front P1l"",J. BaAed upon the dilution rates (1.e., per 100 gallons) am the aerial use directions. this is clearly not a tUle<AoTler use ptWuct.
4. In the ·Ceneral Informfttion" section, revise •••• and desirable trees •••• " to •••• am desirable orllalMntal trees, •••• , based upon your response to thP Groun('!watf'r ~ta call-In.

, " \ 2 'i) lptp thr> hPaclinQ "Foraoc Inspcts" , since there at..., no lor.qt'r any t1irE'ctions for usp inthi.-5 cat';:OOry. (,) In t l ,(> din'ctions fur USE' on r-,t~")tcx,s, il(rl: "10 not use on cOIlI'I'rcially qrOom r'ot.:ltops which wi 11 h<' hani lIarv, ·"toJ.' to the pre-harvest int.-·rval "f\i:)f" • 7) Y('U !,\lst !,p>eify omarrental t.re"s in tl,(, (in.lCtions tor "~~lia'F __ nS':!,.s" to ".. in i'lQn'''l!l'nt with your r('srons.'· to the Groumwat'lr fXlttl Call·-In. I.ldl ... this may t.>(' accoqll isiled in &'vpral ways, ttx> easiE'st would hI': to r'c'vis{' t.he hpooino "!.'9.Liaclf'_}n!':?t_s" to "!,'ol i. Insects at Orrrrcnta) I~~-.::' Shruhs, crrl FlI.:"· 8) In th(' StateI!'ent of Practicill Trpat.rrent, "It swall~>d" advice, rlO'Vlf.p thP last spntence to r.,a1: "[l) not irducp vomitinq or OiVf' anythinq r.y rrouth if r-erson is unconscious or convulsing.". 9) vise tlte f irat t\oO senterlC£'S of t.1lr> "nwironrrental Ha7.ardS" to ::eirl: This r :xluct i toxic t.0 hires, tish. am wildlife inclu:linq waterfowl. Dirds, in('lujno wi'ltprfnw1, fp"'inq on trt'atm areas IT\3y he kill«l. A starrpee copy of thp 11'10<>1 is pnd os .... ~ tor 'lour records. PI ea3-.' sut'-ut fivE' (5) cO('>i ... s of the rr>visPCl ar'PlY1',,1 label prior to n,lease for shint. Sincerely yours, George T. lDPocca Proouct Manaqer (15) InsLticide-Rodenticide tiranch Registration Division (1'5-767)

.. " Alfa-tox® Insecticide For control of insects on vegetables, small fruits, shade trees, ornamentals and flowers Five Gallons U.S. Standard Measure Active Ingredients: Methoxychlor, technlc~i .......................... . Diazinon: O,O-diethyl O-(2-isopropyl-6-methyl- 4-pyrlmidin-yl) phosphocothioate .................. . Inert Ingredients:* Total: *Equivalcn_ to 17.6% 2,2-bis (p-cthoxyphenyl)-l,l,l­ trichloroethane and 2.4% other lomcrs and reaction products. **Contains xylene. Alfa-tox co~~ains 0.8 lb. of diazinon and 1.6 lbs. of metlloxychlor per gallon. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. CAUTION See additional precautionary statements left of container seam. See directions for use on panel at right. CIBA-GEIGY ' . 20% 10% 70% 100% • · ..... · • I ••••• • · ..... w ••• • • .. . . . ., . " . .. .

( ( I -2- DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARRANTY IMPORANT: Read the ent!re Directions for Use and the CondItions of Sale ad Warranty before using this product. CondItIons of Sale and Warranty The Directions for Use of this p:oduct reflect the opinion of experts based on field use alld t2stS. The directions are believed to be reliable and should oe followed carefully. However, It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated wIth use of this product. Crop injury, ineffec­ tiveness, or other unintended consequences may result because of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other mate­ rials, or the mdnner 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. CIRA-GEIGY warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes referred to In the Directions for Use subject to the inherent risks referred to above. CIBA-GEIGY makes no other express or implied warranty of Fitness or Merchantability or any other express or Implied ·",arranty. In no case shall CIBA-GEIGY or the Seller be lIable for consequental, special, or indirect damages resultIng from the use or handling of thIS product. CIBA-GEIGY and the Selle offer this product, and the Buyer and user accept it, subject 1:0 the for.·going Conditions of Sale and Warranty, which may be varied only by agreement in wrItinJ signed by a duly a~thorlzed representative of CIBA-GEIGY. ...... • •• • •• • • ...... • • • • • • ...... • • ...... • • • . ..... • .. . ... • • ••••• .. . • • • • • ..... · . • • • • • • • • • • • • . .. •

( -3- General Information Alfa-toy. i~ dn emulsifiable solution which is to be diluted with water. hen ground application are to be made, dilute Alfa-tox with water according to the Directions for Use section. Alfa-tox is intended for use against insect pests of agricul­ tural crops and desirable trees, shrubs, and flowers. Alfa-tox should not be used in barns or dwellings. Do not use Alfa-tox on commercially grown potatoes which will be hand-harvested. Applications should be repeated as necessary to mainta1n control. Aerial Application Alfa-tox may be effect1vely applied by aircraft. Aerial appli­ cations may be made only to head lettuce and tomatoes. Refer to the specific crop al.d use under the Direct10ns for Use section for the rate and t1rr.ing of application. lolix the recommended amount of Alfa-tox in suff.cient water to apply a minimum of 2 gals. of spray per acre. Observe the Precautionary Statements and all precautions on the label to avoid any effects to application personnel or crops. Flagmen and loaders should wash thoroughly after handling, before eating, and at the end of each day's operation. Avoid appi1cation under conditions where uniform coverage cannot be obtained or where excessive spray dr1ft may occur. Do not blow spray lines or dump contents while in flight. Chemigation Do not apply th1~ product thrcugh any type of irrigation system. •••••• • •• • • •• •••• • • • •••••• • • •• • • • • • •••••• • ••••• • • • • • • • • ••• • • • ••••• • • • • • • • • ••••• • • • • • • · . • • • · • • • •• •

( ( -4- Directions for Use It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. No user shall permit the application of this product in such a manner as to dIrectly or indirectly expose workers or other persons except tllose knowingly involvpd in the application. The area being tre"ted must be vacated by unpt·otected persons. Do not enter treated areas without protective clothing until dusts have settled. Protective clothIng includes at least a hat or other SUItable head covering, a long-sleeved shirt and long­ legged trousers or a coverall type garment (all of a closely woven fabric) covering the body including arms and legs, socks and shoes. Because certain states may require more restrictive reentry Intervals for various crops treated WIth this product, consult your State Department of Agriculture for further information. Written or oral warnings must be given to workers who are expected to be In a treated area or In an area about to be treated with this product. Oral WarnltH1S must be given which Inform workers of areas or fields that :,ay not be entered with­ out specific protective clothing untIl :prays have dried and appropriate actions to take as described under Precautionary Statements at the end of this label. When oral warnings are given, warnIngs shall be giver. In a languagp customarily under­ ,;tood by workers. Oral warnings must be given if there is rAason to believe that written warnings cannot be understood by workers. Written warnIngs must Include the follOWIng Informa­ tIon: "CAUTION. Area treated with Alfa-tox on (date of appli­ catIon). Do not enter without appropriate prGtectIve clothIng untIl sprays have dried. In case of accidental exposure, flush "yes WIth plenty of water, wash skIn WIth plenty of soap and wtpr. Call a r)hyiclan if Irritation p(rrl~;ts. Remov~ Qd. wash contamInated clothIng before reusA." • ...... · .. • • • ..... . • • • • • ...... • • • ...... • •• • ••• . ' . .. rnr the control of th" ins"cts "n th" foll"'fln'1 c"':'''', apl'ly. I/? qts. rH'r 100 q,1i ,;. of water per ," re 'LC a tllm.,ugh c.·o·Jer '.pr,lY '"hpn In;;(>r·t; flr~,t tlpppar. P('PP(lt ,lf1pllcatlon;..; at '-'&J-Q 'Lly lnt"rvrll~; d:, In(p~;t at lon~; ",oldrr,lllt. • •• ("r.lnh p rrl(">;' .I:'"ll>f·rry f··I'lIt·...:,'f:;1:,. [,{·,tfhr)I)Ilf·r:,. ~;J)ltt I"})'l'f:;; '''lthln 11 rid';:; "f h'"·'J""t, .. . • •• .. . Do nnt. ,IPp: 'I

( ( ., , -5- Grapes Flea Beetles, Grpe Berry Moths, Grape Leaffolders, Grape Leaf Skeletonizers, Japnese Beetles, Leafhoppers, Pacific Mites, Rose Chafers: For Grape Berry Moths, pply as a postbloom cover ,;pray and repeat 10 days later; make thIrd and fourth applica­ tions at 10 day Intervals if necessary. Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. Note: The Callfornia Department of Agricultllre has set a 5-day reentry Interval for Diazinon on grapes. Five days should elapse between the tIme of application and the time a worker may enter the field to engage in any activity requiring substantial contact with treated foliage. When a mlxture of two or more organic phosphate pesticides is applied in combination, the interval should be prolonged by adding to the largest applicable interval an additional 50% of that interval. 3trawberries Aphics, Flea Beetles, Spittlebugs, Strawberry Leaf Beetles, Strawberry Leafrollers, Strawberry Weevils, Twospotted Mites: Do not apply withIn 5 days of harvest. Veqetable Insects For control of the insects on the following creps, use 2 gts. per acre in sufficient water for thorough coverage. treatment at first SIgn of insect infestatIon and repeat dy intervals as infestation warrants. 1/2 Begin at 7-10 Rroccoli Aphids, Imported Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths, rlea Beetles: Do not apply WIthin 14 days cf harvest. • • •••••• Aphids, Imported Cabbaqeworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles: Do not apply WIthIn 7 d,IY" of harvest. : ••• :. C:,IU] iflower AphIdc;, Imporh'd Clbb"'lnwormc;, Diamondb~ck ~:0ths, Do not apply wlthin 7 dilYS of harvest. ...... . • •• • •• • • • • • •••••• • ••••• •• • F\r.!I Bp e.t 1 ~ : • •• ..... .. • • • • ..... . .. • • •• • .. . · .. ...

( ( "] , -6- Carrots Aphids, Leafhoppers: Do not apply within 10 days of harvest or 14 days if tops are used for food or feed. Collards Aphids, Corn Earworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles, Har­ lequin Cabbage Bugs, Imported Cabbageworms: Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. Sweet Corn Fall Armyworms, Flea Beetles, G=asshoppers, Japanese Beetles, Rose Chafers: Do not apply within 7 days of harvest. Cucumbers Aphids, Cucumber Beetles, Serpentine Leafminers, Thrips: not apply within 7 days of harvest. Kale Do Aphids, Corn Earworrns, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles, Har­ lequin Cabbage Bugs: Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. Lettuce Aphids, Dipterous Leafmlners, Leafhoppers: 14 days of harvet. Do not apply within Melons (Cantaloupes, Muskmelons, and Watermelons) Aphids, Cucumber Beetles, :.eafhoppers, Melon Worms, Mites, Ser­ pentine Leafminers, Thrips: Do not apply within 3 days of har­ vest. Peas (Succulent only) Aphids, Pea Weevils: or grazing. Do not apply within 7 days of harvt..:. Potatoes •••••• • •• • • • •••••• • · ... . • • • • Aphids, Banded Cucumb!:'r Beetles, Bl ister Beet~es, 't!lraM"" Potato Beetles, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles:,,,;'af-, .. , hoppers, Southern Armyworms. • •• ..... •• , • • • • , lIote: Do not apply within 35 days of harvest. ••••• .. , • , • .. . .. • • • , ,. , ."

( ( -7- Radishes Aphids, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles: wIthin 10 days of harvest. Squash (Summer and Winter) Do not apply AphIds, Cucumber Beetles, Leafhoppers, Mites, Squash Vine Borers: Do not apply to winter squash withln 3 days, or summer squash withIn 10 days, of harvest. Tomatoes Aphids, Blister Beetles, Dipterous Leafminers, rll Flea Beetles, Japanese Beetles, Tomato Fruitwor~~: wlthin 1 day of harvest. Armyworms, Du not apply Turnlps Aphids, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles: Do not apply within 10 days of harvest or 14 days If tops are to be used a5 food or :eed. foliage Insects ?oses, Other Flowers, Most Shade Trees and Ornamentals apanese Beetle Adults, Leafhoppers, Mealybugs, Aphids, Mites: /,pply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to all plant sur­ faces when lnsects first appear. Repeat as necessary. P.ndromeda, Azalea, Hawthorn, Oak, and Sycamore Lacebug: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough COVer spray to all plant surfaces when small nymphs appear. Repeat as necessary. Most Deciduous Shade Trees and Shrubs , , •••••• , Gypsy Moth, Tent C"terpillar, Elm Leaf Beetle, ... Jillow Lea:L.,,:, Beetle: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 l;';';als'. of wter) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough covr:s~r6Y to ~ll , , plant surfaces when insects fir:3t appear. ..: .• : : ...•• , , , , , '" , , , ..... , . , • , , • ••••• .. , , , • .. • .. • , • , .. ,

( \ ' -8- Holly, Boxwood, and Birch Leafminers: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to all plant surfaces in early to mid-May. Repeat in 10 days. Many Ornamentals and Shade Trees Oystershel1 Scale, Euonymus Scale, Pine Needle Scale, Juniper Scale: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to all plant surfaces when scale crawlers first appear. NOTE: If a mist blower is used, apply 2 gals. per 50 gals. of water as a general fJliar spray on flowers, shade trees, and ornamentals for control of the listed pests. Consult manufac­ urer's directions for calibration and capacity recommendations making appropriate adjustments in accordance with these recom­ mendations. Storage and Disposal Store at temperatures above 32°F. Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. Open dumping is pro­ hibited. Pesticide: Pesticide wastes are toxic. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of federal law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or EnvIronmental Control Agency or the Hazardous Waste Representa­ tIve at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Container: TrIple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for re­ cycling or reconditionIng, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by other approved state and local pro­ cedures. Precautionrtry Statements Hazards to Ilumans and Domestic Animals CAUTION ...... • •• • •• • • •••••• • • • • •••••• • • • •••••• • • • • ...... • Causes eye irrlta'Lion. AVOId contact with eyes, ·",J.:"ln ando •• I h • •• c ot lng. Wa:;h thoou'Jhly wIth soap and water IIb1i .. r ••• h dl . 1 I •• an Ing. tI.1rnfu If :.wa lowed Inhaled, or absc.rd • ••••• thr011r;h sk In. Avnid breathIng vapors or spray mIst. D.C'l·.·. not cont<1f""llndt-_1:' ! '-.-'0rJ or feed. R("!move contflmlnated clot!rf'q •• • • •• •• • Cont In'l,,d ...

-9- Statement of Practical Treatment Since Alfa-tox is a combination of diazinon, an organophos­ phate, and methoxychlor, a chlorinated hydrocarbon, the symptoms of poisoning will be related to the toxicity of both ingredients. If in eyes: Flush with plenty of water. tlon if irritation develops or persiss. Get medical at ten- :f on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medlcal attention if irritation develops or perSists. If swallowed: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Call a physician or pOlson control center immediately. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration, if necessary, to maintain breathing. (Do not give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if exposure is due to swallowing). Get medical attention. Note to Physician: Atropine is antidotal for organic phos­ phate poisoning and should be given intravenously in rel­ atively large amounts, 2-4 mg (1/30 to 1/15 grain) at 5 to 10 minute Intervals until the patient is atropinized. 2-PAM may be given in severe cases. Give supportive therapy as needed. Lavage stomach if Ingested. Solvent may present aspiration hazard. Environmental Hazards This product IS toxic to fisr. and wildlife. Birds feeding on treated areas may be killed. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from areas treated. Do not contam­ inate any body of water by direct application, cleaning of equipment, or disposal of wastes and containers. his pestiCide is hinly tOXIC to bees exposed to direct treatment or to residues remaining on the treated area.' • •••••• Do not apply when bees are actively visiting the crop, • cover crop, or weeds bl:>omlng in the treatment area. : ••• :. Applications should be timed to provide the max~~~:pos sible interval between treatment and the next poiri·o. of • bee :lctlVlty. •••••• : ••. :. Physical or Chemical Hazards •• • • • "" " """ ••••• • • • • • •• •• • • Do riot use, pour, spIll, ••••• or :;tore near heat or open flarr>!".' • •• ... • • • •• ... II

( -10- Alfa-tox® trademark of CIBA-GEIGY EPA Reg. No. 100-412 EPA Est. l988 CIBA-GEIGY Corporation Agricultural Division CIBA-GEIGY Corporation P. o. Box 18300 Greensboro, North Carolina 27419 CGA 16L2S (LABELS-A.1 - ALFA-TOX/F2) June 30, 1982 Revised November 24, 1982 Revised August 6, 1986 Updated Storage & Disposal Revised January 11, 1988 (chemigation, endangered species) Revised September 12, 1ge8 End. spp., changed chern name, deleted xylene from active igredients, de­ :ted crops not supported under May 1, 1987, EPA Data Call-In. Added Farm Worker Safety State­ ments (PR Notice 83-2), deleted Pine use per Ground Water Data 2all-In. Revised November 11, 1988 Deleted aerial use - corn, changed chemical name back to original, added Ibs., added "Do not use Alfa-tox on comercially grown potatoes which will be hand-harvested." •• •••••• • •••••• • •• • •• • • •••••• • • • • •• ...... • • • • ••••• • • •••••• • • • • • • .0:. ••• • • ••• • •• •• • • • •• • •• •• • •• • • •• •••