crop-chem-docs/corpus/epa_ppls/2935-527.md

METHYL PARATHION 5 SPRAY

• EPA Reg No: 2935-527
• Registrant: WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY LLC
• Signal word: Danger
• Active ingredients: Methyl parathion (54.18%)
• Label accepted: 1998-03-19
• Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/002935-00527-19980319.pdf

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ERECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

HAZARPS TO HUMANS AND POMESTIC ANIMALS

DANGeR: Poisonous If Swallowed, Inhaled or Absorbod Through Skin. Rapidly abo

soriled through skin. Ropeated Inhalation or skin contact may, without symptoms,

progressively Increase susceptibility to Methyl Parathion poisoning. See Antidote State·

mont and Other Warnings on Sido Panel.

Do not swallow or get In eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not brealho vapors or spray mist.

Tho Nallonal Pesticide Tolo'communicatlon Network I, available for recommondallons roo

gardlng poisoning management, emergency. treatment and other Information ragmdlng the

toxlctty of methyl parathion. Tho toll free number (or the National Pesticide TelecommunicA­

tion N.twprl~ I. I·UOO-UdU·"/J"lU.

If handled Indoors, provide mechanICal exhaust ventilation. Keep all unprotected person,.

children, livestock and pets away from treated area or where there Is danger of drift. Do not

rub eyes or mouth with hands. If you feel sick In any way, STOP work and got help right

away. See First Aid (Practical Treatment) section.

STATEMENT OF ERACTICAL TREATMENI

ATROPINe IS THE EMERGENCY ANTIDOTE FOR ME;THY~ PARATHION POISONING.

Consult your phYSician, "2~PfJm" Is an antidote for Mathyl Parathion and m£lY bo udllllnls­

tered In conjunction with Atropine.

IF SWA~~OWED: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water

and Indue.G vomiting by touching back of throat with finger, or, If avallablo, by administoring

oyrup of Ipecao. Do not Induce vomiting or glvo anything by mouth 10 un lHlCOl1uclOliS por~

80n, ,

IF INHA~ED: Remove victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if Indicated. Get medical

attention.

IF IN EYES: Wash Immediately with running weter for at least 10 minutes.

tF ON SKtN: If the materlalilas been spilled on the skin, Immediately remove patient from·

the vicinity of the Methyl Parathion and wash skin with soap and running water.

CAL~ A PHYSICIAN IMMeDIATELY tN A~L CASES OF SUSPECTED POISONING.

Seo Side Panels for antidote and Precautions

ENVIBONMENIAL HAZARDS

This pesticide Is highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates and wHdlife. Birds In treated araas may

be killed. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present or to inter·

tidal areas below tha mean high·water mark. Runoff and drift from target areas may be

hazardous to aquatic organisms in adjacent aquatic sites. Shrimp or other aquatic organ·

Isms may be killed at recommended application rates. Do not contaminate water by cleaning

of equlpmenl or disposal of eqUipment wash waters.

This product Is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or residues on bloomhlg "

crops or weeds. 00 not apply this product or allow it to drift to blooming crops or weediif : r

bees are visiting the treatment ~rea. ¥ ~ ::

CHEMICAL AND EHYSICAL HAZARDS

DO NOT use, POUR, SPI~L OR STORe NEAR HEAT OR opeN FLAME.

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RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE

Due to very high acule toxicity to Humans and Birds

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:3 o For retail sale to and use only by certified applicator. or persons under tholr direct supervi­

sion and only for those useacovered by the certified appllcato(s certification. Direct super·

vision for this product Is defined as the certified applicator being physically pre.ent during

application, mixing, loading, repair and cleaning of appllcallon eqUipment. Commercial certI­

fied applicators must also ensure that all persons Involved In Ihese activities ore Informed of

the precautionary statements.

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METHYL PARATHION 5 SPRAY ~

ORGANOPHOSPHATE ~

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: By Weight

O,O·Dhllotilyl·O·p·nltrophenyl thlopholphot.' ................................................................ G2.1 0%

Related Compound ........................................................................................................... 2.03%

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INERT INGREDIENTS" ...................................................................................................... ~

TOTAL ................................................................................................................................... 100% ol

• Contains 5 pounds methyl parathion per gallon --

"''''Contains xylene range aromatlo solvent. ~

ePA Reg. No. 2935·527 . EPA Est .. 39578·TX,1 -

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN I ~

, POISON DANGER

PELIGRO

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Si usted no entlende la eUqueta, busque a algulen para que se la explique a usted en detalle

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you In detail)

SPECIA~ INSTRUCTIONS FOR ReSTRICTED USE PESTICIDe RETAILERS: In addillon

• -lg any othe~ seoyired ·records, restricted use pesticide retailers must record allhe time of I __

" s~le, the umc,ue-con(alner Identlficalion number on this label or container and the Identity of ()l

1te purchase~ otthe:o.?ntalner.

NET CONTENTS: 5 GALLONS

'WJtBUR-ELLIS COMPANY - P.O. Box 1645S;Fresno, CA 93755 - ~ :. ~ '" ..

METHYL PARATHION 5 SPRAY. Page 2 EBSQAb BQIECIIVE EQUIMET Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the Instructions for category F on an EPA Chemical-resistance category se- lecllon chart. Applicators and other handlers must wear: A) Coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants; B) Chemical-resistant gloves such as Barrier laminate, Butyl Rubber, Nitrile Rubber or Viton; C) Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks; D) Protective eyewear; E) Chemical-resis- tant headgear for overhead exposure; F) Chemical-resistant apron when cleaning eqUip- ment, mixing or loading; G) DusVmist filtering respirator (MSHNNIOSH approval prefix TC- 21C). Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contami- nated with this product's concentrate, Do not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/m.alntalnlng PPE. If no such Instructions for. wash ables, uSe detergent and hot water, Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. Engineering Controls Statements: When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabsj or aircraft 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. !.ISEB MEETY BECOMMEDlIIIONS Users Should: A) Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using tho toilet. B) Remove clothtng Immediately If pesticide gets Inside. Then wash thoroughty and put on clean cloth!ng. C) Remove PPE Immedlatety after handling this product. Wash tho outside of gloves before removing. Au 800n aa p08slble, wash thoroughly and change Into clean clothing. ---~-".----- DIRECIIQNS EOB !.ISE 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, eilher directly or through drift, Only protected handlers may be In the aroa during application. For any roqulrement .poelHc to your Slato or Tribe, oonsult the ag.noy rcspon,lbl' for pesticide r.gulatlon. AGBIC!.ILT!.IBAL USE BEOUIBeMENIS Use this product only In accordance with Its labeling and with the Worker Protection Stan­ dard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements forthe protection of agricultural workers on farms. forests, nurserIes and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesti­ cides. 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), iiotlficatlon to workers and restrlcted­ entry Interval. The reqUirements In this box only apply to uses of this product that are cov­ ered by the Worker Protection Standard. Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted-entry interval (REI) of 48 hours. 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, soli, or water, Is: A) Coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants; B) Chemical-resletonl . gloves such as Barrier Laminate, Butyl Rubber, Nitrile Rubber or Vlton; C) Chemical,r9cls---'­ tant footwear plus socks; D) Protective eyewear: E) Chemical-resistant headgear for over­ head exposure, Notify workers of the application by warning them orally and by posting signs at entrances to treated areas, --' REMOVAL OF PRODUCT FROM CONTAINER: This container Is fitted with the MtCRO MATIC 'DV' liquid transfer valve system. To remove product, use the MICRO MATtC coupler attachment, which Is available from the seller of this container. The directions below must be followed: TO CONNECT COUPLER: ~

1. Attach pump hose to chemical pump.

Attach pump hose to coupler. With coupler handle In disengaged pOSition, insert coupler straight down Into the drum valve, ensuring that the pins on the coupler align with the slots on the valve. Turn coupler handle clockwise a quarter tyUl, unti,1 It locks Into place. Push down coupler handle to engage, ensuring that the lock bar clicks Into place. TO DISCONNECT COUPLER:

1. Press down on coupler and disconnect the lock bar. Allow coupler handle to raise to Its disengaged pOSition,
2. Turn coupler handle counterclockwtse a quarter tum. Lift coupler straight up. If you have any questions or need aSSistance, please call your Distributor or 1-800-548-6113 NOT EOB USE OB SIQMGE IN OB ABQ!.IND IHE HOME Consult the State Agricultural Extension Service or Experiment Station for Specific recommenda­ tions regarding application, dosage and timing of sprays. For application by ground eqUipment, add the desired amount of concentrate to Dufflclsnt water to apply at least 3 gallons of water per acre. For application by aircraft, add the amount of concentrate desired per acr. to 1 to 3 gallons of water consistent with crop growth and good coverage. Do not apply this product through any type of Irrigation system. BECOMMENDlIIIQNS EOB USE: ALFALFA and VeTCH: Use 1/2 pint per aorato control SPOTTED ALFALFA APHIDS, APHIDS, ARMYWORMS (up to 3rd Instar), LEAFHOPPERS and SPIDER MITES. Do not apply within 15 days of harvest or grazing. Do not apply If the crop or weeds In the treatment area are In bloom. SEED ALFALFA: Use 1 quart per acre to oontrol APHIDS, L YGUS BUGS and STINK BUGS. Do not Use crop residues for grazing or feed for lives·tock of any kind. CARROTS, CELERY and PEAS: Use 3/4 to 1-1/2 pints per acre to control APHIDS, ARMY· WORMS (up to 3rd instar), FLEABEETLES, LEAFHOPPERS and SPIDER MITES. Use 1-1/2 pints per acre to control CABBAGE LOOPERS and PLANT BUGS. Do not apply within 15 days of harvest. Do not use treated carrot tops for food or feed. BEANS, CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER, BROCCOLI and BRUSSELS SPROUTS: Use 1-1/2 to3 pints per acre to control APHIDS, ARMYWORMS (up to 3rd Instar), FLEABEETLES and SPIDER MITES. Do not apply within 21 days of harvest. May be applied within 15 days of harvest on dry beans.) Do not apply If the crop or weeds In the treatment area are In bloom. aEETS: Use1-pjr't peacre to control APHIDS, ARMYWORMS (up to 3rd Instar), FLEABEETLES, lS\FHOPp.;::R'S ':nd vPtDER MITES. Do not apply within 15 days of harvest (21 days If tops are Jc be used for r",,). :. COTTON: Use 3 to 4-3/4 ptnts per acre to control APHIDS, BOLL WEEVIL, COTTON LEAFWORMS, LEAFHOPPERS, THRIPS, COTTON LEAF PERFORATORS, ARMYWORMS (up !o 3rd,ns1ar; and SPIDER MITES. Do not apply within 7 days of hand picking or harvest. Workers . :-n1ig cc~on fields within 48 hours after treatment should wear prote.c!,ve clothing. " - lj .L II"

METHYL PARATHION S SPRAY, Page3 '-.-. LETTUCE and SPINACH: Use 1 pinl por aero to control APHIDS, ARMYWORMS (up to 3rd Instar), IMPORTED CABBAGE WORMS, FLEABEETL.ES, L.EAFHOPPERS and SPIDER MITES. For CABBAGE LOOPER control use 1·3/5 pints per ocr •. Do not us. within 21 days of harves!, PASTURE (Not for use In California): Use 3/4 pint per acre to control EUROPEAN CRANE FLIES. Do not apply aft.r grass growlh Is ovor 6" high. Do not apply wllhln 16 days of posturing or harvesting. POTATOES: Us. 1·1/2 pin Is por acr. to control APHIDS, ARMYWORMS (up 10 3rt1 Instm), FL.EABEllTI.ES, LEAFHOPPERS "n" SPIDER MITES, Do nol apply within 6 days of harvost. . ' RICE: Us. 113 to 1 pint per aero to' oontrol RICE LEAFMINER and TADPOLE SHRIMP. Hold wet.r In chock for 3 days aftor application. Do nol apply will, In 15 days of horv.,!. Do 1101 upp,ly moro than 1 pint per aore, ' SMALL GRAINS (Bartey, Oats, Ryo and Whoat): Use1 pint por acre to control APHIDS (G(eon Bug), ARMYWORMS (up to 3rd In.tor), ~EAFHOPPERS. Do not apply with 15 days of hmvbsl. SORGHUM (Milo) (California Only): Use 1·1/2 pints per acre to control GREENBUG. Leaf injury may occur on some sorghum varieties, Do not use wetting agent as more severe injury may occur. Do not apply within 21 days of hervest, SUGAR BEETS: Use 1/2 pint per acre to control APHID, ARMYWORMS. WEBWORMS and FLEABEETLES. Do not apply within 20 days of harvest or within 60 days of harvest if tops are to be fed to livestock. SUNFLOWERS (Not for use in California): Use 1-2 pints per acre to control STEM WEEVILS, SEED WEEVILS and SUNFL,OWER BEETLES. Repeat application 2-3 times at 5-day intervals If needed. Start first application at set of flowering or before 10% of plants begin to flower. A-Ct::e-rTEJi'1 ~ :,:, l c' ~ : t :;, , , MAR I 9 1998 _. '. ::zq$.~7 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

1. Prohibitions: Do not contemlnete weter, food or feed by storage or disposal,
2. Pesticide Disposal: Pesticide wastes are acutely hazerdous. Improper dispose I of excoss pestlcldo, sprey mlxre or rlnsate Is • violation of Faderallaw. If these wa.te. can. not be disposed of by use according to label InstrUctions, contact your Stata Pesticide or Envlronmontul Control Agonoy, or thea HIiI2:ardoua WQstQ rliJprolJonl,QllvQ at tho nonre.t EPA Regional Of lice for guidance. I,n case of spillage, wash down wllh large amouts of water. Decontaminate area and equip. ment by washing with a concentrated solution of alkali and detergent and rinse with waler.
3. Contalnor Disposal: Returnabl./Reflli.bl. Seal.d Cont.lner: Do not break seals or add any mot. rial to the contelnar. Do not rlnsa container or empty any resldu. from con. talner. This container must be returned Intact after use to the pOint of purchase.
4. Storogo: Siore In orlglnol contaln.r only end keep sealed. Stor.ln olosed storage ar.as. Keep away from heat and open flames. Use caution when moving, opening. closing or pour­ Ing. Decontaminate arees and equipment by washing with a concentrated solution of alkali and detergent and rinse with water. NOTICE: The $\olemonls madfJ on Ihr.labelero believed to be In.re and accumte, but beCliluse of condition, of use which itre beyond our control, WlLBUR·ELLIS COMPANY don not make, nor does it authorize any agllint or representatlva 10 make, any warranty, guaranty Of represefllal!on, expressed or Impli&d, concerning this malerlal or the use thereof, oxceptln conformity wlth the statements on the tabel, Neither WlLBUR·ELlIS COMPANY nor the selJer shall be held raspon$ible in any manner for any personal Injury or property damage or loss resulting to the buyer or to the other person from handling, storage or use of Improper handling, stof<lge or use and accepts and uses thIs matarial on Ihese COfldl\lons. WILBUR-ELLIS" and IDEAS TO GROW WITH" are registered trademarks of WILBUR.ELLIS Company. 53926 " • c UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OR BAR CODE . ' . F·997 ri, U"