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# TRIBUTE SOLO WG32 HERBICIDE
- EPA Reg No: **264-686**
- Registrant: BAYER CROPSCIENCE, LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Foramsulfuron (30%); Iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium (2%)
- Label accepted: 2011-10-17
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000264-00686-20111017.pdf
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460
OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETY
AND POLLUTION PREVENTION
Nang-Ly Chow, Ph.D.
Bayer CropScience LP «««
P.O. Box 12014; 2 T.W.Alexander Drive OCT \l
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Subject: Notification Under PRN 98-10 to Remove Expired Patent Number
Tribute Solo WG32 Herbicide (Alternate Brand Name "Equip Corn Herbicide")
EPA Reg. No. 264-686
Your Application, Dated September 28, 2011
Dear Dr. Chow:
The Agency is in receipt of your Application for Pesticide Notification under
Pesticide Registration Notice (PRN) 98-10 for the subject product. The Registration Division
(RD) has conducted a review of this request for applicability
under PRN 98-10 and finds that the label change requested falls within the scope of
the PRN. The label has been date-stamped "Notification" and will be placed in our records.
If you have any questions, please call me directly at (703) 306-0415 or Susan Stanton of my staff
at (703) 305-5218.
Sincerely,
Kable Bo Davis, Product Manager 25
Herbicide Branch
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs
APIease read instructions on reverse before completing f"«n. Form Approved. OMB No. 2070-0060. Approval expires 05-31-98
EPA United States
Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, DC 20460
D RegL .ation
D Amendment
El Other
OPP Identifier Number
Application for Pesticide - Section I
1. Company/Product Number
264-686
4. Company/Product (Name)
I Tribute
Solo Corn Herbicide (ABN: Equip)
2. EPA Product Manager
Mr. Kable Bo Davis
PM Team 25
3. Proposed Classification
[] None Restricted
5. Name and Address of Application (Include ZIP Code)
Bayer CropScience
PO Box 12014, 2 Alexander Drive,
* Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 *
I I Check if this is a new address
6. Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(c)(3)
(b)(i), my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling
to:
EPA Reg. No.
Product Name
Section - II
I I Amendment - Explain below.
I I Resubmission in response to Agency letter dated.
QLI Notification - Explain below.
Final printed labels in response to
Agency letter dated
LJ "Me Too" Application.
I _ I Other - Explain below.
Explanation: Use additional page(s) if necessary. (For Section I and Section II.)
Submission of a Pesticide Notification under the Provisions of PR Notice 98-10: for removing the patent number for the
active ingredient that has expired (on page 1, Ingredient section of the respective products). Contact:
george.sabbagh@bayer.com
Section - III
1. Material This Product Will Be Packaged In:
Child-Resistant Packaging
n
D No
* Certification must be
submitted
Unit Packaging
PI Yes
D No
If "Yes", Unit
Packaging wgt.
No. per
container
Water Soluble Packaging
D Yes
No
If "Yes-
Package wgt
No. per
container
1
2. Type of Container
I I Metal
I. I Plastic
j j Glass
* ' Paper
I I Other (Specify)
3. Location of Net Contents Information
Label Container
4. Size(s) Retail Container 5. Location of Label Directions
On Label
On Labeling accompanying product
6. Manner in Which Label is Affixed to Product
Lithograph
Paper glued
Stenciled
Other_
Section - IV
1. Contact Point (Complete items directly below for identification of individual to be contacted, if necessary, to
Name
Nang-LyChow, Ph.D.
Title
Registration Manager
process 'i'fife Application
No.: <••
e; 919-549-2147
Faix: c 919-549-2971
Certification
I certify that the statements I have made on this form and all attachments thereto are true, accurate and complete.
I acknowledge that any knowingly false or misleading statement may be punishable by fine or imprisonment or
both under applicable law.
2. Signature
4. Typed Name: Nang-Ly Chow, Ph.D.
3. Title: Registration Manager
5. Date: September 28, 2011
6." bate Applicatorf ' ,L
£ c Received <- <. " c
(i c t (Stamped)
EPA Fonn 8570-1 (Rev. 8-94) Previous editions are obsolete. White - EPA File Copy (original) Yellow - Applicant Copy
rBayer CropScience
September 28,2011
Document Processing Desk (NOTBF)
Office of Pesticide Program (H7504P)
U.S. EPA, Room S4900
One Potomac Yard
Arlington, VA 22202 -4525
ATTN: Mr. Kable Bo Davis (PM 25)
Registration Division (7505P)
Subject:
imp/Tribute Solo Herbicide
(Reg. #: 264-686): Submission of a Pesticide Notification Under the PRN
98-10, for Removing the Expired Patent Number for the Active Ingredient
Dear Mr. Davis:
Bayer CropScience (BCS) is submitting a pesticide Notification under the Provisions of PR
Notice 98-10 for the lodosulfuron Methyl Sodium Technical (Reg. No.: 264-687) and its end-use
products of lodosulfuron 10WDG Herbicide ((Reg. #: 264-843) and Tribute Solo/Equip
Herbicide (Reg. #: 264-686). The Notification is strictly for one change, that we have removed
the BCS patent number for the active ingredient chemical since it has expired. The patent number
was previously included in the Ingredient Section with a * notation to the active ingredient. We
understand mat removing of the 'patent number' qualifies as a 'Non-Notification" change under
PRN 98-10; but for a proper record, BCS wish to inform the Agency of this one change for the
products via the Notification process. For your quick review, enclosed are the EPA Form 8570-1
and one copy each of the respective labels for the three subject products.
This notification is consistent with the provisions of PR Notice 98-10 and EPA regulations at 40
CFR §152.46, and no other changes have been made to the labeling or the confidential statement of
formula for this product. I understand that it is a violation of 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 to willfully
make any false statement to EPA. I further understand that if this notification is not consistent with
the terms of PR Notice 98-10 and 40 CFR §152.46, these products may be in violation of FIFRA
and I may be subjected to enforcement action and penalties under Section 12 and 14 of FIFRA.
We thank the Agency for reviewing the Notification. If you should need other information on these
products, please contact Dr. George Sabbagh via george.sabbaghfajbayer.com who will assume the
regulatory responsibilities for the products starting in October 1,2011. ^ <-<-<-
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Sincerely, c t L c <. c c c c c,
Nang-Ly Chow, PhJD.
Registration Manager
With EnclosureNotification Patent No- 9C8/2011
Bayer CropScience
Equip Corn Herbicide.ft Herbicide for the Control of Annual and Perennial Grass and Broadleaf Weeds in Field Corn
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Foramsulfuron (CAS Number 1731 59-57-4) ................................................................................................................................... 30.0%
lodosulfuron-Methyl-Sodium (CAS Number 144550-36-7) ............................................................................................................... 2.0%
INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................................................ 68.0%
This product is a water dispersible granule containing 32% of total active ingredients by weight. TOTAL: 100.0%
EPA Reg No. 264-686 E.P.A. Est. No.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTIONSi usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien 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.)
For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577
_ For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-866-99BAYER (1-866-992-2937)
FIRST AID
IF SWALLOWED:
IF IN EYES:
IF ON SKIN OR
CLOTHING
• 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 a poison control center or doctor.
• Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
• 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.
• Take off contaminated clothing.
• Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 1 5 - 20 minutes.
• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
For MEDICAL Emergencies Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577.
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
CAUTION ;-(lc,'c
HAZARD TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS t- c c c
Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. ProlongtstJ <ov 'roquentiycropoated skin
contact may cause allergic reaction in some individuals. t £ c c
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) < c, c c I
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. t c,. c L l\ t/ ' L c L
Applicators and other handlers must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-je&istant gloves rrade of any
waterproof material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining f?PE. If no
such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. ^'-c L L'
Engineering control statement:
When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, 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.
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
This product is toxic to non-target plants. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas
below the mean high water mark.
This product has a high potential for runoff after application. Poorly draining soils and soils with shallow water tables are more prone to
produce runoff that contains this product. A level, well-maintained vegetative buffer strip between areas to which this product is applied
and surface water features such as ponds, streams and springs will reduce the potential for contamination of water from runoff. Runoff
of this product will be reduced by avoiding applications when rainfall is forecasted to occur within 48 hours. Sound erosion control
practices will reduce this product's contribution to surface water contamination.
Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwater or rinsate.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Read entire label before using this product.
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 same area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for
pesticides.
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
intervals. 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 12 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, soil or water, is coveralls, socks and shoes and chemical-resistant gloves made of any
waterproof material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride.
PESTICIDE STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
PESTICIDE STORAGE
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Avoid cross contamination with other pesticides.
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL
Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
CONTAINER DISPOSAL
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling, if available. Triple rinse container i(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 and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or stole" rinsate for
later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two mer'e'tinfife. Thencp,tincture and
disposed of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration; or, if allowed by State and local authorities, by burning.^ If b'urrjed, stay out of smoke.
GENERAL INFORMATION t L
Equip Corn Herbicide is a combination of two sulfonylurea herbicides. Equip Corn Herbicide is intended for application at, ajfoliar spray
in corn for the control of annual and perennial grass and broadleaf weeds. Weed growth ceases wiirjiri 'hours after Equip Corn
Herbicide is applied. Symptoms progress from yellowing to necrosis resulting in eventual plant death within 1 --3 weeks after application.
Sulfonylurea herbicides have been associated with temporary yellowing or stunting. Corn quickly outgrows these effects ginci ^develops
normally. Equip Corn Herbicide contains a safener which enhances the ability of corn to recover from any initial herbicide effects. Equip
Corn Herbicide is for use on field corn and is NOT to be used on sweet corn or popcorn. Equip Corn Herbicide is not recommended for
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use on corn grown for seed (inbreds). Equip Corn Herbicide can be used on all types of field corn, including hi-lysine, white and high oil
corn.
Injury arising from Equip Corn Herbicide due to hybrid sensitivity is the responsibility of the user. Follow seed company
recommendation charts for hybrid sensitivity to sulfonylurea herbicides or ALS inhibitors.
Do not apply Equip Corn Herbicide to corn that exhibits herbicide injury from previous applications of other herbicides.
INSECTICIDE INTERACTION INFORMATION
Soil Insecticide Interaction Information
When Equip Corn Herbicide and organophosphate (OP) insecticides are applied to corn, the degradation of Equip Corn Herbicide is
slower and corn injury can occur. Do not use Equip Corn Herbicide in the same season as Counter® 15G, Counter® 20CR in furrow,
Dyfonate® and Thimet®.
For all corn hybrids, the following soil applied insecticides may be used prior to an application of Equip Corn Herbicide :
Soil Applied Insecticide
Aztec®
Capture®, Force®, Regent®
Lorsban® 15G
Counter® 20CR
Counter® 20CR
Counter® 15G, Thimet®,
Dyfonate®
Use Pattern
All
All
All
T-band
In-furrow
All
Use of Equip Corn Herbicide in the Same Season
No use precautions
No use precautions
Temporary injury may occur
Consult Counter® 20CR label
DO NOT USE
DO NOT USE
Foliar Insecticide Interaction Information
Foliar applications of an OP insecticide should not be made within 7 days of an Equip Corn Herbicide application or injury may result.
APPLICATION TIMING
Weed Application Timing
Equip Corn Herbicide is for postemergent use only. Best results are obtained when applications are made to young actively growing
weeds. Equip Corn Herbicide will affect weeds that are larger than the recommended height, however, speed of activity and control
may be reduced. Equip Corn Herbicide will provide short term residual control of small seeded broadleaf weeds.
Broadcast Corn Application Timing
Broadcast applications of Equip Corn Herbicide must be made when corn is V1 (i.e., exhibiting 1 visible collar) through V4 growth stage.
Late or Rescue Applications:
Applications of Equip Corn Herbicide at 1.5 ounces per acre may be applied to escaped weeds beyond labeled weed heights. In these
situations, partial control and reduced weed competition can be expected.
Drop Nozzles must be used for applications of Equip Corn Herbicide when corn is greater than V4 and less than V8 stage of growth.
Do not apply to corn that is more mature than V8 (i.e. more than 8 visible leaf collars) stage of growth.
Yield loss due to competition: Research indicates competition from foxtail exceeding 4 inches in height may reduce corn yields.
Applications to foxtail and other annual grasses that exceed the sizes stated on the label increases the risk of yield losses due to
prolonged competition with the crop even though control may be acceptable.
Applications of Equip Corn Herbicide on corn that is V5 to V8 increases the potential for crop response. The risk may be greatly
reduced, but not eliminated, by using drop nozzles properly placed between corn rows to optimize coverage on the weeds, od: minimize
spray contact in the whorl and the leaf axles of the corn stalks.
SPRAY ADDITIVES ^-- C"> *- t 0
Equip Corn Herbicide is a water dispersible granule that requires the use of an external adjuvant and nitrogen fertilizer. c
• Methylated or ethylated seed oil, containing at least 80% MSO and with 10% emulsifier or greater,'i£ Wnbination with nitrogen
fertilizer, is the recommended adjuvant type to provide optimum weed control with Equip Corn Herbicide^ L ( c
• Non-ionic surfactants, crop oil concentrates, crop oil concentrate/methylated seed oil blends, and vcfinad vegetable Loilp are not
recommended for use with Equip Corn Herbicide. The use of these adjuvants in place of methylated: seed oil will result in
unacceptable weed control. < '•<-<-<- ^
• In areas of low relative humidity (west of U.S. Highway 281, which begins in Texas and ends in North Dakota) kJrea Ammonium
Nitrate (UAN) is preferred over Ammonium Sulfate (AMS) and higher rates are recommended. <- i
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• The addition of nitrogen fertilizer replacements or adding insufficient amounts of nitrogen fertilizer may result in reduced weed
control.
Recommended rates for methylated or ethylated seed oils and nitrogen fertilizers are listed in the following table:
Gallons Per
Acre (GPA)
10-20
10-20
Adjuvant Type
Methylated or
Ethylated Seed Oil
(MSO or ESO)
Methylated or
Ethylated Seed Oil
(MSO or ESOJ
Adjuvant Rate1
1 .5 pts./acre
1 .5 pts./acre
Nitrogen Fertilizer2
28% or 32% Urea
Ammonium Nitrate
(UAN)
Spray Grade
Ammonium Sulfate
(AMS)
Nitrogen Fertilizer
Rate
1 .5 -2 qts./acre
1.5-3lbs/ac
1 For spray volumes of 15 gallons per acre or more, 1% v/v of methylated or ethylated seed oil can be used.
2 Nitrogen fertilizer must be used in combination with an adjuvant.
APPLICATION METHODS
Uniform, thorough spray coverage is important to achieve consistent weed control. Select nozzles and pressure that deliver MEDIUM
spray droplets as indicated in nozzle manufacturer's catalogs and in accordance with ASAE Standard S-572. Nozzles that deliver
COARSE spray droplets may be used to reduce spray drift provided spray volume per acre (GPA) is increased to maintain coverage of
weeds.
Do not use nozzles that produce FINE (e.g. - Cone) or EXTRA COARSE (e.g. - Flood jet) spray droplets.
Ground Application
Equip Corn Herbicide can be applied broadcast in a minimum of 10 gallons of water per acre. For weed control in dense weed
populations or under adverse growing conditions, 15 to 20 gallons of water per acre is recommended.
Typically, flat-fan nozzles operated at 30-60 PSI will deliver MEDIUM spray droplets, providing optimum spray coverage and canopy
penetration. Lower pressure operation and/or higher volume flat fan nozzles, typically, deliver COARSE sprays. Refer to nozzle
manufacturer catalogs.
Air induction nozzles should be used at or near 80 psi to produce a medium droplet size.
See the Spray Drift Management section of this label for additional information on proper application of Equip Corn Herbicide.
Mixing Instructions
Equip Corn Herbicide must be applied with clean and properly calibrated equipment. Prior to adding Equip Corn Herbicide, ensure that
the spray tank, filters and nozzles have been thoroughly cleaned.
1. Fill spray tank with 25% of the required volume of water, and begin agitation prior to the addition of Equip Corn Herbicide.
2. Continue agitation to ensure full dispersion of Equip Corn Herbicide.
3. If Equip Corn Herbicide is applied in a tank mixture with other pesticides, add Equip Corn Herbicide to the spray tank first and
ensure it is thoroughly dispersed before adding other pesticides.
4. Continue to fill the spray tank with water to the desired volume and agitate while adding the required spray adjuvants and nitrogen
fertilizers.
Continue agitation during application to ensure a uniform spray mixture. (If is added to a partial tank of spray solution, pre-slurry Equip
Corn Herbicide in clean water prior to adding to the tank.)
If ammonium sulfate (AMS) is the nitrogen fertilizer source, it is preferred that the AMS go into the tank before the Equip Corn
Herbicide.
RE-SUSPENDING WG PRODUCTS IN SPRAY SOLUTION i > c: (. i (.
Like other Water Dispersible Granules or suspension concentrates (SC's), will settle if left standing without agitatioh. If the spray
solution is allowed to settle for one hour or more, re-agitate the spray solution for a minimum of 10 minutes before applications
COMPATIBILITY l^T^ "^
If Equip Corn Herbicide is to be tank mixed with other herbicides, compatibility should be tested prior to mixing, fo test for compatibility,
use a small container and mix a small amount (0.5 to 1qt) of spray, combining all ingredients in the same ratfocas!the anticipated use. If
any indications of physical incompatibility develop, do not use this mixture for spraying. Indications of incompatibility usually occur
within 5-15 minutes after mixing. Read and follow the label of each tank mix product used for precautionpr^statements, directions for
use, geographic and other restrictions. ^ [
WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS
Rate Recommendation Tables for Weed Control
Equip Corn Herbicide should be applied at a rate of 11/i ounces of product per acre, in field corn. Equip Corn Herbicide provides control
of emerged weeds. Grass weeds emerging after application may require retreatment with Option® Corn Herbicide. Equip Corn
Herbicide should not be applied more than once per use season and should not exceed 1 1/2 ounces per acre. Equip Com Herbicide at
1 1/2 ounces of product per acre for control of grass and broadleaf weeds is shown in the following table.
Grass Weeds Controlled with Equip Corn Herbicide
at a Rate of 1.5 Ounces of Product per Acre
Grass Weed Species
Barnyardgrass
Bluegrass, annual
Brome, downy
Brome, smooth
Canarygrass, reed
Crabgrass, largeb
Cupgrass, woolly"
Fescue, tall
Foxtail, bristly
Foxtail, giant
Foxtail, green
Foxtail, yellow
Goosegrass
Johnsongrass, rhizome
Johnsongrass, seedling
Millet, wild-proso
Oat, wild
Orchardgrass
Panicum, fall
Panicum, Texas
Quackgrass
Ryegrass, Italian
Sandbur, field3
Shattercane
Signalgrass, broadleafb
Stinkgrass (Lovegrass)
Wirestem Muhly
Witchgrass
Volunteer Cereals
Volunteer Sorghum
Maximum Weed Height or Diameter At Application
(Inches)
4
3
4
4
4
2
2
4
3
3
3
3
3
8
8
2
4
4
3
2
6
4
2
8
2
3
6
3
4
8
a Adequate soil moisture required for control.
b For best management of these weeds a pre-emergent grass herbicide followed by Equip Corn Herbicide is reccmmended.
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Broadleaf Weeds Controlled with Equip Corn Herbicide
at a Rate of 1.5 Ounces of Product per Acre
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Broadleaf Weed Species
Alfalfa
Burcucumber
Canada Thistle
Chickweed, common
Cocklebur, common
Dandelion
Jimsonweed
Kochia
Lambsquarters, common
Lambsquarters (triazine-resistant)
Ladysthumb
Marestail
Morningglory, entireleaf
Morningglory, ivyleaf
Morningglory, pitted
Morningglory, tall
Mustard, wild
Nightshade, eastern black
Nightshade, hairy
Palmer Amaranth
Pigweed, redroot
Pigweed, redroot (triazine-resistant)
Pigweed, smooth
Pigweed, tumble
Ragweed, common
Ragweed, giant
Shepherds-purse
Sicklepod *
Smartweed, Pennsylvania
Sowthistle, annual
Sunflower, common
Velvetleaf
Venice Mallow
Wild Carrot
Maximum Weed Height At Application
(Inches)
3
4
3
3
6
3
4
3
4
4
3
3
2
2
2
2
4
4
4
2
4
4
3
3
4
4
5
Suppression
4
4
6
4
2
4
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* Tankmix with Atrazine for control of 3" sicklepod.
Weed Resistance t L c c c c
ALS-resistance exists in some biotypes. These biotypes will not be controlled by Equip Corn Herbicide. £onsid£r using herbicides with
other modes of action such as Liberty® Herbicide or Balance® Pro Herbicide to control these species. ,
Cultivation
Cultivation can help remove suppressed weeds or multiple flushing weeds. Cultivation can be made at least 7 days befdre< otafter, an
application of Equip Corn Herbicide. L ' L l L
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TANK MIX RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EQUIP CORN HERBICIDE
Certain tank mixes may aid in the performance of Equip Corn Herbicide. When using Equip Corn Herbicide in tank mix combinations,
follow the precautions and directions of the most restrictive label.
Tank Mixtures for Additional Weed Control
Methylated or ethylated seed oil and nitrogen are recommended for use with all tankmix partners used in conjunction with Equip Corn
Herbicide.
Atrazine2
Confidence® Herbicide
Confidence® Xtra 5.6L Herbicide
Define™ SC Herbicide
Degree™ Herbicide
Degree Xtra™ Herbicide
Dicamba1
Distinct™ Herbicide3
Fultime™ Herbicide
Guardsman Max2
Harness®
Harness® Xtra2
Harness® Xtra 5.6L2
Keystone™ Herbicide2
Marksman® 2
Outlook™ Herbicide
Permit® Herbicide
Prowl®
Sterling™ Plus Herbicide
TopNotch™ Herbicide
Volley™ Herbicide
Yukon™ Herbicide
1 Banvel® Herbicide/Clarity® Herbicide/Sterling® Herbicide and other 4 Ib ai/gallon products.
2 Treat weeds that are less than 3 inches in height. Reduced control of quackgrass and wirestem muhly can be expected.
3 Tankmixtures with Distinct should not be applied until corn reaches 4 inches in height.
Tank Mixtures for Insect Control
To provide weed and insect control in corn, Equip Corn Herbicide may be mixed with the following foliar insecticides.
Ambush® Insecticide
Asana® XL Insecticide
Baythroid® 2 Emulsifiable
Pyrethroid Insecticide
Capture®
Mustang®
Pounce® 3.2EC Insecticide
Warrior™ Insecticide
Use tank mix directions appearing on the label of the above herbicides/insecticides when tank mixing with this product. Observe all
precautions and limitations of products in a particular tank mix. Follow the most restrictive label.
TANK CLEANUP PROCEDURE
1. Drain the tank completely, then wash out tank, boom and hoses with clean water. Drain again.
2. Fill the tank half full with clean water and add ammonia (i.e., 3% domestic ammonia solution) at a dilution rate of 1% (i.e., 1 gallon
of domestic ammonia for every 100 gallons of rinsate). Completely fill the tank with water. Agitate/recirculate and flush through
boom and hoses. Leave agitation on for 10 minutes. Drain tank completely.
3. Repeat Step 2.
4. Remove nozzles and screens and soak them in a 1% ammonia solution. Inspect nozzles and screens and remove visible residues.
5. Flush tank, boom, and hoses with clean water.
6. Inspect tank for visible residues. If present, repeat Step 2.
SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT
Equip Corn Herbicide is not volatile. Damage to sensitive crops can occur as a result of spray drift. Spray drift can be managed by
several application factors and by spraying under the appropriate climatic conditions. Consequently, avoidance of spray drift is the
responsibility of the applicator.
SENSITIVE AREAS: The pesticide should only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive areas (e.g., residential areas,
bodies of water, known habitats for threatened or endangered species, non-target crops) is minimal (e.g., when wind i3Lb.!ev>'ing away
from the sensitive areas). L C c <_
Avoiding spray drift at the application site is the responsibility of the applicator. The interaction of many e^LMpiriejit-and-weaJher-related
factors determine the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the grower are responsible for cons[deri£igjall these factors when
making decisions. ' '
Do not apply under circumstances where possible drift to unprotected persons or to food, forage, or other plantings that might be
damaged or crops thereof rendered unfit for sale, use or consumption can occur.
INFORMATION ON DROPLET SIZE:
The most effective way to reduce drift potential is to apply large droplets. The best drift management strategy is to apply the largest
droplets that provide sufficient coverage and control. Applying larger droplets reduces drift potential, but will not prevent drift if
applications are made improperly, or under unfavorable environmental conditions (see Wind, Temperature and Humidity, and
Temperature Inversions below).
Uniform, thorough spray coverage is important to achieve consistent weed control. Select nozzles and pressure that deliver MEDIUM
spray droplets as indicated in nozzle manufacturer's catalogs and in accordance with ASAE Standard S-572. Nozzles that deliver
COARSE spray droplets may be used to reduce spray drift provided spray volume per acre (GPA) is increased to maintain coverage of
weeds.
CONTROLLING DROPLET SIZE:
• Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical spray volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows produce larger
droplets.
• Pressure - Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer's recommended pressures. For many nozzle types lower pressure produces
larger droplets. When higher flow rates are needed, use higher flow rate nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
• Number of nozzles - Use the minimum number of nozzles that provide uniform coverage.
• Nozzle Orientation - Orienting nozzles so that the spray is released parallel to the airstream produces larger droplets than other
orientations and is the recommended practice. Significant deflection from horizontal will reduce droplet size and increase drift
potential.
• Nozzle Type - Use a nozzle type that is designed for the intended application. With most nozzle types, narrower spray angles
produce larger droplets. Consider using low-drift nozzles. Solid stream nozzles oriented straight back produce the largest droplets
and the lowest drift.
BOOM LENGTH:
For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than 3/4 of the wingspan or rotor length may further reduce drift
without reducing swath width.
APPLICATION HEIGHT:
Applications should not be made at a height greater than 10 feet above the top of the largest plants unless a greater height is required
for aircraft safety. Making applications at the lowest height that is safe reduces exposure of droplets to evaporation and wind.
For ground boom applications, apply with nozzle height no more than 4 feet above the ground or crop canopy.
SWATH ADJUSTMENT:
When applications are made with a crosswind, the swath will be displaced downward. Therefore, on the up and downwind edges of the
field, the applicator must compensate for this displacement by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance
should increase, with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.)
WIND:
Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds of 2 - 10 mph. However, many factors, including droplet size and equipment type
determine drift potential at any given speed. Application should be avoided below 2 mph due to variable wind direction and high
inversion potential. NOTE: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Every applicator should be familiar with local wind patterns and
how they affect spray drift.
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY:
When making applications in low relative humidity, set up equipment to produce larger droplets to compensate for evaporation. Droplet
evaporation is most severe when conditions are both hot and dry. Avoid spraying during conditions of low humidity and/or high
temperatures.
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TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS:
• Do not make ground applications into areas of temperature inversions. Temperature inversions restrict vertical air mixing, which
causes small suspended droplets to remain in a concentrated cloud. This cloud can move in unpredictable directions due to the
light variable winds common during inversions. Temperature inversions are characterized by increasing temperatures with altitude
and are common on nights with limited cloud cover and light to no wind. They begin to form as the sun sets and often continue into
the morning. Their presence can be indicated by ground fog; however, if fog is not present, inversions can also be identified by the
movement of smoke from a ground source or an aircraft smoke generator. Smoke that layers and moves laterally in a
concentrated cloud (under low wind conditions) indicates an inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly dissipates
indicates good vertical air mixing.
ROTATIONAL CROP DIRECTIONS
Equip Corn Herbicide rapidly degrades in the soil. This degradation is enhanced by warm moist soils that are microbially active.
If a corn crop has been destroyed by hail or other means soon after a Equip Corn Herbicide application, corn can be replanted 15 days
after the Equip Corn Herbicide application. Rotational intervals to all other crops is illustrated below:
Rotational Crop Intervals for Equip Corn Herbicide
Crop Rotational Interval
Alfalfa
Barley (Spring)
Barley (Winter)
Canola
Corn (Field, Pop, Sweet)
Cotton *
Dry Beans
Grain or Forage Sorghum
Oats
Peas, Snap Beans
Potatoes
Red Clover
Rice
Rye (Winter)
Soybeans
Sugarbeets
Sunflowers
Wheat (Spring)
Wheat (Winter)
All other crops
18 months
8 months
2 months
18 months
15 days
9 months
18 months
9 months
9 months
18 months
18 months
18 months
18 months
2 months
9 months
18 months
18 months
8 months
2 months
18 months
East of Interstate 35, planting of cotton must wait 18 months when soil pH is greater than 7.5 and when less than 15" of annual
precipitation has occurred from an application of Equip Corn Herbicide.
OTHER CROPS
All other crops may be seeded only after the completion of a successful field bioassay after a Equip Corn Herbicide application. Refer
to the "Field Bioassay" section.
FIELD BIOASSAY t <. c <. c ,. c
A field bioassay must be completed before rotating to crops other than those specified in the "Rotational Crop Directions" section of this
label. To conduct an effective field bioassay, grow strips of the crop you intend to grow the following seasorj^ri afield previously treated
with Equip Corn Herbicide. The test strip should include low areas and knolls, and include variations in sovl sueh as type and pH. Crop
response to the bioassay will determine if the crop(s) grown in the test strips can be grown safely in areascprevioi;:sly treated'with Equip
Corn Herbicide.
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT \ ( c
Some weed populations may contain plants naturally resistant to Equip Corn Herbicide or other herbioicia^with the" Game! mode of
action (ALS/AHAS enzyme inhibitors). Repeated use of herbicides with the same mode of action, allow resistant weeds to_spread. To
manage the development and spread of resistant weed populations, use herbicides with different modes'of actioncin tank mixture,
rotation, or in conjunction with alternate cultural practices. Equip Corn Herbicide can be used effectively as one of the{Lrii6ofcs of action
in a Balance® Pro or Liberty® herbicide rotation.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
1. Equip Corn Herbicide is rainfast 2 hours after application to most weed species. Rainfall within 2 hours may necessitate
retreatment with Option® Corn Herbicide or may result in reduced weed control. Applications should be made to actively growing
weeds. Weed control may be reduced if application is made when weeds are dust covered or in the presence of heavy dew, fog,
and mist/rain or when weeds are under stress due to drought.
2. DO NOT apply when wind causes drift to off-site vegetation as injury may occur. Small amounts of Equip Corn Herbicide delivered
via drift or tank contamination can cause severe damage to other crops. Careful management of spray drift and tank cleanout is
required.
3. DO NOT apply more than one application of Equip Corn Herbicide to corn in one growing season.
4. DO NOT apply to soils with pH > 8.0.
5. DO NOT apply Equip Corn Herbicide within 70 days of harvesting corn grain or 45 days of harvesting corn forage. Do not graze
within 45 days of an Equip Corn Herbicide application.
6. DO NOT plant rotational crops immediately following Equip Corn Herbicide application. Corn can be planted 15 days after an
application of Equip Corn Herbicide. For all other crops refer to the rotational crops portion of this label.
7. DO NOT use nitrogen solutions as the sole herbicide spray carrier solution.
8. DO NOT apply this product by air or through any type of irrigation system.
9. Apply Equip Corn Herbicide spray mixtures within 24 hours of mixing to avoid product degradation.
10. DO NOT apply more than 0.0765 Ib ai/A of foramsulfuron from all recommended application of Equip Corn Herbicide and Option®
Corn Herbicide.
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1/IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE
Read the entire Directions for Use, Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability before using this product. If terms
are not acceptable, return the unopened product container at once.
By using this product, user or buyer accepts the following Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability.
CONDITIONS: The directions for use of this product are believed to be adequate and should be followed carefully. However, it is
impossible to eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequences
may result because of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials, or the manner of use or application, all of which
are beyond the control of Bayer CropScience. All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: BAYER CROPSCIENCE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE
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herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. BAYER CROPSCIENCE DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT.
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