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# FLEXSTAR GT HERBICIDE
- EPA Reg No: **100-1325**
- Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Sodium salt of fomesafen (6.72%); Glyphosate (25.6%)
- Label accepted: 2010-08-12
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-01325-20100812.pdf
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Mr. Montague Dixon
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc.
P.O. Box 18300
Greensboro, NC 27419-8300
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 '
AUG 1 2 2010
OFFICE OF
CHEMICAL SAFETY AND
POLLUTION PREVENTION
Subject: Label Amendment - Add Flex Cotton and additional Geographic Region
Product Name: Flexstar GT Herbicide ' . ~
EPA Registration Number: 100-1325
Decision Number: 434426
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The label amendment referred to above, submitted in connection with registration under the
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), as am~nde{j is acceptable provided
that you make the following change to the product labeling: '
1) Revise the section heading, "General Information" to "Product Infonn:ation."
2) Revise the section heading,"General Precautions" to "Use Restrictions" on page 10.
In addition, rephrase the btilleted statements in this section to "Do not~' mandatory statements.
For example, the first bullet under the heading must read:
"Do not apply more than 4.5 pts. Of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or am ma)cimum of0.3751b. ai/A
offomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) per acre per ye¥rr in Region 1 (see
Regional use Map)." '
3) On page 25, last sentence of the paragraph under "Post-Directed AppJication Timing in
" 1
Roundup Ready Flex Cotton," revise "application timing recommend~tions" to "application
timing instructions."
4) Remove "General" from "General Restrictions-Cotton" and "General iRestrictions-Soybeans."
on both the master and supplemental labels.
5) Revise "Container Disposal" to "Container Handling" in the Storage ipld Disposal section.
In addition, add residue removal instructions for the refillable containh per PR Notice 2007-4.
6) Revise the generic term of "glyphosate tolerant" crops to "glyphosateiresistant" crops
throughout the label. In addition, add the expiration date of January 1(.2014 to the label.
The corresponding supplemental label for Flexstar GT Herbicide is foun:d acceptable.
Continued on page 2
EPA Reg. No. 100~1325
Label Amendment to' add Flex Cotton
Decision Number: 434426
One copy of the master label stamped "Accepted with Comments" is enqIosed for your records.
One copy of the supplemental label stamped "Accepted" is also enClosed: for your records. ,
Products shipped after 18 months from the date on this notice or the next printing of the label
whichever occurs first, must bear the new revised label. If these co:nditi~ns are not complied
with, the registration will be subject to cancellation in accordance With FIFRA. Your release for
shipment of this product constitutes acceptance of these conditions. Thi~ label supersedes all
previous accepted labels. You must submit one cOPY of the final printedllabel before the product
is released for shipment. .
Sincerely,
cA/~ MoIb~ ~r
Jim Tomplili'-lS
Product~aQager(25)
Herbicide Branch
RegistrationjDivision (7505P)
! GROUP E'lt' HERBICIDES
Flexstar® GT
Herbicide
For Control of Certain Weeds in Cotton and Soybeans
Active Ingredient:
Fomesafen: ............................................................................................................. 6.72%
Glyphosate: ....................................................................... ~ ................................... 25.60%
Other Ingredients: 67.68%
Total: 100.00%
Contains 0.66 pounds of fomesafen and 2.63 pounds of glyphosate acid per gallon.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION
See additional precautionary statements and directions for use inside booklet. [2.5
gallon]
EPA Reg. 100-1325
EPA Est.
SCP 1325A
2.5 gallons
120 gallons
250 gallons
__ gallons
Net Contents
ACCEPTED
with COMMENTS
in EPA Letter Dated
Under the Federal Insecticide.
FUllgicide. and Rodentickte Act
as amended. for the pesticide
registered under EPA Reg. No.
100 - 13JS'
AUG 1 Z 2010
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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.
• 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 by a poison control center
or doctor.
• Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
If on skin or • Take off contaminated clothing.
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 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.
HOTLINE 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. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly
with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using
tobacco, or using the toilet.
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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 C on an EPA chemical resistant
category selection chart.
Applicators and other handlers must wear:
• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
• Shoes plus socks
• Chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate, butyl rubber ~14 mils, nitrile
rubber ~14 mils, neoprene rubber ~14 mils, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ~14 mils, or
Viton® ~14 mils.
In addition for aerial applications mixers and loaders handling more than 420
gallons of Flexstar GT Herbicide in any single workday must wear:
• Dust/mist filtering NIOSH-approved respirator with any N, R, P, or HE filter
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions
for wash abies exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from
other laundry.
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.
• Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly
and put on clean clothing.
• Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves
before removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean
clothing.
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Environmental Hazards
Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal
areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of
equipment washwaters. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target
area.
Fomesafen is known to leach through soil into groundwater under certain conditions as
a result of label use. Use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable,
particularly where the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.
Physical and Chemical Hazards
Do not store, mix or apply this product or spray solutions of this product in unlined steel
(except stainless steel), galvanized steel containers, or sprayer tanks. This product or
spray solutions of this product wi" react with these containers and tanks and produce
hydrogen gas which may form a highly combustible mixture. This gas mixture could
flash or explode, causing serious personal injury, if ignited by spark, open flame, lighted
cigarette, welder torch, or other ignition source.
Spray solutions of this product must be mixed, stored and applied using only stainless
steel, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined steel containers.
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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, INC. or Seller. To the extent permitted by
applicable law, Buyer and Use 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 this 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.
SYNGENT A 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 represp.l1tr\tive of
SYNGENTA.
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its
labeling.
Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either
directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application.
For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for
pesticide regulation.
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection
Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements for the protection of
agricultural 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 24 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
• Shoes plus socks
• Chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate, butyl rubber ~14 mils, nitrile
rubber ~14 mils, neoprene rubber ~14 mils, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ~14 mils, or
Viton ~14 mils.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied as a preplant or preemergence burndown
application in cotton or as a postemergence directed application in glyphosate-tolerant
(GT) cotton and as a preplant or preemergence burndown in soybeans or as a
postemergence over-the-top application in glyphosate-tolerant (GT) soybeans to control
labeled broadleaf, grass and sedge weeds.
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Environmental and Agronomic Conditions
Always apply Flexstar GT Herbicide under favorable environmental conditions that
promote active weed growth. Avoid applying Flexstar GT Herbicide to weeds which are
under stress from drought, extreme temperatures, excessive water, low humidity, low
soil fertility, mechanical or chemical injury as reduced weed control and/or increased
crop injury may result.
Preplant Surface, Preemergence or Postemergence Applications
Flexstar GT Herbicide wi" control or partially control certain germinating broad leaf
weeds and sedges by soil residual activity from either preplant surface, preemergence
or postemergence applications that come in contact with the soil. Moisture is necessary
to activate Flexstar GT Herbicide in soil for residual weed control. Dry weather following
applications of Flexstar GT Herbicide may reduce effectiveness. When adequate
moisture is not received within 7 days after a Flexstar GT Herbicide application, weed
control may be improved by overhead irrigation with at least a % inch of water.
Cultivation
Cultivation prior to postemergence application is not recommended. Weeds may be put
under stress by cultivation thus reducing weed control. Timely cultivation 2-3 weeks
after applying Flexstar GT Herbicide may assist weed control.
Information on Weed Resistance
Flexstar GT Herbicide contains glyphosate which inhibits 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-
phosphate (EPSP) synthase (Group 9 herbicide) and fomesafen which inhibits
protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPG oxidase or Protox) (Group 14 herbicide). Some
naturally occurring weed populations have been identified as resistant to Group 9 and
Group 14 herbicides. Selection of resistant biotypes, through repeated use of these
herbicides in the same field, may result in weed control failures. A resistant biotype
may be present if poor performance cannot be attributed to adverse environmental
conditions or improper application methods. If resistance is suspected, contact your
local Syngenta representative or agricultural advisor for assistance.
Glyphosate Resistance
Some naturally occurring weed biotypes resistant to glyphosate may exist through
normal genetic variability in any weed population. The repeated use of herbicides with
the same mode of action is known to lead, under certain conditions, to a selection of
resistant weeds. Certain agronomic practices reduce the likelihood that resistant weed
populations will develop and integrated strategies are known to manage such problem
weeds.
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Glyphosate is one of the active ingredients in Flexstar GT Herbicide, so glyphosate
resistance management is critical. Flexstar GT Herbicide will control or partially control
several broadleaf weeds that are showing increased tolerance or resistance to
glyphosate. Flexstar GT Herbicide will not provide control of emerged grasses that are
resistant to glyphosate.
The following is a list of Best Weed Management practices to be considered in
glyphosate-based programs.
• In Roundup Ready® (RR) corn and RR soybean systems do not use more than two
applications of a glyphosate-based herbicide over a two-year period. Diversify with
alternative mode of action herbicides and/or cultural practices.
• In RR cotton, a maximum of three applications of a glyphosate-based herbicide may
be used if employing in-crop cUltivation and/or residual herbicides.
• Use alternative (non-glyphosate) burndown and/or residual herbicides for RR crops
likely to require more than one application of glyphosate.
• To help manage RR resistant volunteers rotate RR crops with conventional or non­
RR crops.
• Use full labeled rates of glyphosate and tank-mix partners. Minimize weed escapes.
• Monitor treated weed populations for any loss of field efficacy.
• Contact your local extension specialist, certified crop advisor, and/or Syngenta Crop
Protection representative for herbicide resistance management and/or integrated
weed management directions for specific crops and resistant weed biotypes.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS
Drift Management
Avoiding spray drift at the application site is the responsibility of the applicator and the
grower. The interaction of many equipment and weather-related factors determines the
potential for spray drift. The applicator and grower must consider the interaction of
equipment and weather-related factors to ensure that the potential for drift to sensitive
nontarget plants is minimal.
This pesticide is to be applied only when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive
areas (e.g., residential areas, bodies of water, nontarget plants) is minimal (i.e., when
the wind is blowing away from the sensitive area).
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Spray Adjuvants
Flexstar GT Herbicide is specifically formulated with the ISOLlNKTM Technology II that
minimizes the need for additional spray adjuvants. Under certain conditions, burndown
and postemergence activity may be improved by adding one or more of the following
spray adjuvants:
Ammonium Sulfate (AMS) at 8.5 to 17 Ib./100 gallons of water should be added in
areas where commonly used with glyphosate containing products. Liquid formulations
of AMS may be used at an equivalent rate.
One of the following spray adjuvants can be added for difficult to control weeds
or under adverse conditions:
Crop Oil Concentrate (COC) or Methylated Seed Oil (MSO): Use a nonphytotoxic
COC or MSO containing 15-20% approved emulsifier at 0.5-1% v/v (2-4 quarts/100
gallons) of finished spray volume. COC or MSO can improve weed control but may
reduce crop tolerance.
Nonionic Surfactant {NIS}: Use NIS containing at least 80% active ingredient at 0.25-
0.5% v/v (1-2 quarts/100 gallons) of finished spray volume.
The use of deposition (drift control) agents that impact droplet size and coverage may
reduce weed control.
Recommended Tank Mixing Order
1. Fill the spray tank with % to ~ the required amount of water and begin agitation.
2. Add AMS (if used).
3. Add dry pesticide formulations (WP, OF, etc.).
4. Add liquid pesticide formulations (EC, SC, etc.).
5. Add Flexstar GT Herbicide.
6. Add COC, MSO or NIS (if used).
7. Add the remaining water and maintain agitation throughout the spray operation.
Be sure to allow each tank-mix component to fully disperse before adding the next.
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Ground Application
Use sufficient spray volume and pressure to ensure complete coverage of the target. A
spray volume of 15-20 gallons per acre and 30-60 psi at the nozzle tip is recommended.
When foliage is dense, use a minimum of 20 gallons per acre to ensure adequate
coverage.
The use of flat fan nozzles will result in the most effective postemergence application of
Flexstar GT Herbicide. Use nozzles that are set up to deliver medium quality spray
(ASAE Standard S-572).
DO NOT USE AIR-INDUCTION, FLOOD TYPE OR OTHER SPRAY NOZZLES WHICH
DELIVER COARSE, LARGE DROPLET SPRAYS.
Aerial Application
Use sufficient spray volume and pressure to ensure complete coverage of the target. A
minimum of 5 gallons per acre of spray mixture should be applied with a maximum of 40
psi pressure. When foliage is dense, use a minimum of 10 gallons per acre to ensure
coverage of weed foliage.
DO NOT APPLY THIS PRODUCT THROUGH ANY TYPE OF IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• A maximum of 4.5 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a maximum of 0.375 lb. a.i.lA
of fomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) may be applied per acre
per year in Region 1 (see Regional Use Map).
• A maximum of 4.5 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a maximum of 0.375 lb. a.i.lA
of fomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) may be applied per acre
in ALTERNATE years in Region 2 (see Regional Use Map).
• A maximum of 3.75 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a maximum of 0.313 lb. a.i.lA
of fomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) may be applied per acre
in ALTERNATE years in Region 3 (see Regional Use Map).
• A maximum of 3 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a maximum of 0.25 lb. a.i.lA of
fomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) may be applied per acre in
ALTERNATE years in Region 4 (see Regional Use Map).
• A maximum of 2.27 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a maximum of 0.1875 lb.
a.i./A of fomesafen from any product containing fomesafen) may be applied per
acre in ALTERNATE years in Region 5 (see Regional Use Map).
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• Thoroughly clean the spray system with water and a commercial tank cleaner before
and after each use.
• Tank mixes of Flexstar GT Herbicide with other pesticides, fertilizers or any other
additives except as specified on this label or other Syngenta labeling or
recommendations made by Syngenta Crop Protection may result in tank-mix
incompatibility, unsatisfactory performance or unacceptable crop injury.
• Avoid overlapping spray swaths, as injury may occur in crop or to rotational crops.
• Heavy rainfall or irrigation shortly after application may reduce performance.
• To provide adequate coverage, it is recommended that ground speed not exceed 10
mph during application.
• Do not apply when wind velocity exceeds 15 mph.
• Do not spray if conditions of thermal inversion exist, or if wind direction and speed
may cause spray to drift onto adjacent nontarget areas. Drift minimization is the
responsibility of the applicator. Consult with local and State agricultural authorities
for information on avoiding or minimizing spray drift.
• Flexstar GT Herbicide is not volatile and cannot move as vapor after application onto
nontarget vegetation.
• Severe damage or destruction may be caused by contact of Flexstar GT Herbicide
to any desirable crop or plant to which treatment is not intended.
• Spray solutions of Flexstar GT Herbicide must be mixed, stored and applied using
only plastic, plastic-lined steel, stainless steel, or fiberglass containers. Concentrate
must not be stored in galvanized, carbon steel, aluminum or unlined steel
containers.
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ROTATIONAL CROP RESTRICTIONS
The following rotational crops may be planted after applying Flexstar GT Herbicide at
specified rates:
Minimum Rotation Interval
(Months After last Flexstar GT
Crop To Be Planted Herbicide Application)
Cotton, dry beans, snap beans, and soybeans 0
Small grains such as wheat, barley, rye 4
Corn*, peanuts, peas, rice, seed corn 10
To avoid crop injury do not plant alfalfa, sunflowers, 18
sugar beets, sorghum** or any other crop within
*Use a 12-month minimum rotation interval for popcorn in the states of Kentucky,
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Region 4 when applied at rates of 3 pints per acre or
more.
*Use 18-month minimum rotation interval for sweet corn in the states of Connecticut,
Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
**Sorghum may be planted back after 10 months in Region 1.
Replanting
If replanting is necessary in fields previously treated with Flexstar GT Herbicide, the
field may be replanted to cotton, dry beans, snapbeariS or soybeans. Do nofapply a
second application of Flexstar GT Herbicide or other fomesafen-containing product as
crop injury or illegal residues may occur in harvested crops. If tank-mix combinations
were used, refer to product labels for any additional replanting instructions.
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USE RATES AND WEEDS CONTROLLED
FLEXSTAR GT HERBICIDE REGIONAL USE MAP
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REGION 1
(Maximum Rate 4.5 pts.lA per year)
REGION 1 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi,
Missouri (counties of Bollinger, Butler, Cape Giradeau, Dunklin, Madison, Mississippi,
New Madrid, Pemiscot, Perry, Ripley, Scott, Stoddard and Wayne), North Carolina,
Oklahoma (East of U.S. Highway 75 and East of Indian Nation Parkway), South
Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas (includes area East of U.S. Highway 77 to State Road
239 including all of Calhoun County).
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REGION 2
(Maximum Rate 4.5 pts.lA, Alternate Years)
REGION 2 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia,
South of Interstate 70 in the following states: Illinois, Indiana and Ohio and all areas
South of Interstate 80 to the intersection of U.S. Highway 15 and East of U.S. Highway
15 and U.S. Highway 522 in Pennsylvania.
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REGION 3
(Maximum Rate 3.75 pts./A, Alternate Years)
Region 3
REGION 3 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Missouri (all
counties except for those listed in Region 1), New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York,
Pennsylvania (all areas except those listed in Region 2), Rhode Island, Vermont and
Wisconsin (South of U.S. Highway 18 between Prairie Du Chien and Madison, and
South of Interstate 94 between Madison and Milwaukee), and North of Interstate 70 in
the following states: Indiana, Illinois and Ohio.
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REGION 4
(Maximum Rate 3 pts.lA, Alternate Years)
REGION 4 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: Kansas (all counties East of or intersected by U.S. Highway
281), Michigan (Southern Peninsula), Minnesota (all areas SoLith of Interstate 94),
Nebraska (all counties East of or intersected by U.S. Highway 281), and Wisconsin (all
areas, except those in Region 3, South of Interstate 94 from Minnesota state line to Eau
Claire and South of U.S. Highway 29 from Eau Claire to Green Bay plus Barron,
Chippewa, Clark, Door, Dunn, Eau Claire, Kewaunee, Marathon, Menominee, Oconto,
Polk, Shawano, and St. Croix counties. The following countie~ are excluded: Adams,
Marquette, Portage, Waupaca, Waushara and Wood) .. North Qakotajall areas East of
·Interstate 29 from Fargo South tottle South Dakota state line). South Dakota (all areas
East of Interstate 29 from the North Dakota state line to Watertown, all areas East of
Highway 81 from Watertown to Madison and all areas East and South of State Road 34
and U.S. Highway 281 to the Nebraska state line).
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REGION 5
(Maximum Rate 2.27 pts./A, Alternate Years)
REGION 5 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: North Dakota (all areas East of U.S. Highway 281 except
those areas in Region 4), South Dakota (all areas East of U.S. Highway 281 except
those areas in Region 4) and Minnesota (all areas South of U.S. Highway 2 except
those areas in Region 4).
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WEEDS CONTROLLED
Table 1. Weeds controlled or partially controlled* by preplant surface or preemergence
application of Flexstar GT Herbicide at 3 to 4.5 pts.lA 1.
Broadleaf Weeds Controlled Soil Texture Organic Matter
Amaranth, Palmer Amaranthus palmeri All soil types Up to 5%
Croton, tropicL
Croton glandulosus
Eclipta Eclipta prostrata
Galinsoga species Galinsoga spp.
Lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album
Morningglory, smallflower Jacquemontia tamnifolia
Nightshade, black Solanum nigrum
Nightshade, eastern black Solanum ptychanthum
Pigweed, redroot Amaranthus retroflexus
Pigweed, smooth Amaranthus hybridus
Poinsettia, wild Euphorbia heterophylla
Purslane, common Portulaca oleracea
Ragweed, common2 Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Sida, prickly2 Sida spinosa
Starbur, bristly Acanthospermum hispidum
Broadleaf Weeds Partially
Controlled" .
Anoda, spurred Anoda cristata
Cocklebur, common Xanthium strumarium
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomoea hederacea var.
integriuscula
Morningglory, ivyleaf Ipomoea hederacea
Morningglory, pitted (small Ipomoea lacunosa
white)
Morningglory, red (scarlet) Ipomoea coccinea
Morningglory, tall (common) Ipomoea purpurea
Nightshade, hairy Solanum physalifolium
Ragweed, giant Ambrosia trifida
Waterhemp species Amaranthus spp.
Sedges Partially Controlled
Nutsedge, yellow Cyperus esculentus
*Partial control means Significant activity but not always at a level considered acceptable for
commercial weed control.
1Use the higher end of the rate range when heavy weed populations are antiCipated.
2Rates less than 4.5 pts.lA will provide only partial control of this weed.
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Table 2. Broadleaf weeds controlled by postemergence application of Flexstar GT Herbicide.
I Flexstar GT Herbicide Rate (pts.lA)
L ____________ ~ilximu_~ __ <?!O~!_~_?.!~_g~~ntrolled At .--
3 pts.lA 3.75 pts.lA 4.5 pts.lA
Maximum Maximum Maximum
Broadleaf Weeds Height/Length Height/Length Height/Length
Controlled 1 Scientific Name (inches) (inches) (inches)
Amaranth, Palmer Amaranthus palmeri 4 4 6
_Jgly_pho~te susceetible) 1-------------------- ------------------------- --- --
Amaranth, Palmer I Amaranthus palmeri - 1 2 3
(glyphosate resistant) 1
Amaranth, spiny Amaranthus 2 2 4
spinosus
Anoda, spurred I Anoda cristata 4 6 8
Buttercup species3
I Ranunculus spp. 6 8 10
Carpetweed Mollugo verticil/aia 6" Diameter Multi-leaf Unlimited Size
6" Diameter
Chickweed, common Stellaria media 6 8 10
Chickweed, mouseear Cerastium fontanum 6 8 10
ssp. vulgare
Citron melon Citrullus lanatus 2 4 6
Cocklebur, common Xanthium 4 6 8
strumarium
Copperleaf, Acalypha ostryifolia 2 2 4
hophornbeam
Copperfeaf, Virginia Acalypha virginica 2 2 4
Crotalaria, showy Crotalaria 4 6 8
sp_ectabilis
Croton, tropic I Croton glandulosus 2 4 6
Cucumber, volunteer I Cucumis sativas 2 4 6 1---
Deadnettle ,purple Lamium purpureum 4 6 8
Eclipta Eclipta prostrata 6 8 10
Eveningprimros~, cutleaf Oenothera laciniata 4 6 8
--~----.. -----
Groundcherry, cutleaf Physalis angulata 4 6 6
Henbit I Lamium 4 6 8 I
I
amplexicaule
Jimsonweed Datura stramonium 4 6 8 --Lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album 4 8 10
Morningglory ,
cypressvine
! Ipomoea quamoclit 4 4 6
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomoea hederacea 3 3 4
vaL var. integriuscula
Morningglory, ivy leaf Ipomoea hederacea 3 3 4
Morningglory, purple Ipomoea turbinata 3 4 4
moonflower -
Morningglory, red Ipomoea coccinea 3 3 4
(scarlet) I
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,-------------------~---------------------------------------------------------------,
Flexstar GT Herbicide Rate (pts.lA)
Maximum Growth Stage Controlled At
3 pts.lA II 3.75 pts.lA 4.5 pts./A
Maximum Maximum Maximum
Broadleaf Weeds Height/Length Height/Length Height/Length
Controlled' Scientific Name (inches) (inches) (inches)
Morningglory, smallflower I Jacquemontia 3 3 4
___________________________ L19!!Jnifo!@ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ..
Morningglory, pitted
(Small white)
Morningglory, tall
(common)
Morningglory, palmleaf
(willowleaf)
Mustard, wild
~htshade, black
Pigweed, redroot
Pigweed, smooth
Poinsettia, wild
Purslane, common
Pusley, Florida
Ragweed, common
(glyphosate susce~tible)
Ragweed, common
(glyphosate resistant) 1
Ragweed, giant
(glyphosate susceptible)
Ragweed, giant
(glyphosate resistant) ',2
Redweed
Sesbania, hemp ---
Shepherdspurse
Ipomoea lacunosa 4 4
Ipomoea purpurea 3 3
I
Ipomoea wrightii 3 3
I
Sinapis arvensis I 6 8
4 6 Solanum nigrum
Amaranthus '------+--------4-:------- --------(f---
retroflexus
Amaranthus
hybridus
Euphorbia
heterophylla
Portulaca oleracea
Richardia scabra
Ambrosia
artemisiifolia
Ambrosia
artemisiifolia
Ambrosia trifida
I Ambrosia trifida
i
Melochia
corchorifolia
Sesbania exaltata
Capsel/a bursa­
.
4
4
Multi-Leaf
4" Diameter
4
4
2
4
2
4
- -
6
6
4
6
Multi-Leaf
6" Diameter
6
5
4
6
2
6
8
8
4
4
4
10
8
6
6
8
Multi-Leaf
8" Diameter
8
6
5
8
4
pastoris
~---_------------+-,,:...:-'-==-c.'-=-------------- ----------------------- _____________________ 1--____ -----,-_
Sicklepod I Senna obtusifolia 2 3
Sida, prickly Sida spinosa 2 3
Smartweed,ladysthumb Polygonum 4 6
persicaria
~-----~----------+Jc~~~~---------r_-----~------I__----~~------+------------~
Smartweed, Polygonum 4 6
Penns~lvania pennsylvanicum
Spurge, prostrate Chamaesyce
Spurge, spotted
Starbur, bristly
humistrata
I
Chamaesyce
maculata
Acanthospermum
hispidum
4 6
4 6
4 6
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I
Flexstar GT Herbicide Rate (pts.lA)
--
Maximum Growth Stage Controlled At
3 pts.lA 3.75 pts.lA 4.5 pts./A
Maximum Maximum Maximum
Broadleaf Weeds Height/Length Height/Length Height/Length
Controlled 1 Scientific Name (inches) (inches) (inches)
Sunflower, common i Helianthus annuus I 4 6 8
Velvetleaf Abuti/on theophrasti J 4 6 8
Venice mallow Hibiscus trionum 4 4 6
Waterhemp species Amaranthus spp. 2 4 6
(glyphosate susceptible)
Waterhemp species Amaranthus spp. 2 3 4
(glyphosate resistant)1 I
Yellow rocket Barbarea vulgaris 6 8 10
*Partial control means significant activity but not always at a level considered acceptable for commercial weed
control.
1Weed biotypes that have multiple resistances to both glyphosate and protoporphyrinogen oxidase inhibitor
herbicides will not be controlled by Flexstar GT Herbicide - see your local Syngenta representative and/or
state university extension recommendations for control programs.
2Partial control* of glyphosate resistant giant ragweed - see your local Syngenta representative and/or state
university extension recommendations for control programs.
3Control will be reduced at the button stage.
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Table 3. Grasses controlled by postemergence application of Flexstar GT Herbicide
--------
I I Flexstar GT Herbicide Rate (pts.lA)
I I Maximum Growth Stage Controlled At
I 3 pts.lA 3.75 pts.lA 4.5 pts.lA
Maximum Maximum Maximum
Grass Weeds Height Height Height
Controlled 1 Scientific Name (inches) (inches) (inches)
Barley, volunteer Hordeum vulgare 24
Barnyardgrass Echinochloa crus-gal/i 6 10 12 --
Bluegrass, annual Poa annua 12
Corn, volunteer Zea mays 24
(glyphosate
susceptible)
Crabgrass species Digitaria spp. 12
Foxtail species Setaria spp. 18
Goosegrass Eleusine indica 6 8 12
Johnson~rass, 12 18
seedling Sorghum halepense
Oats, volunteer A vena sativa 18
Oats, wild Avena fatua 18
Panicum, browntop Panicum fasciculatum 10 18
Panicum, fall Panicum 6 10
dichotomiflorum
Panicum, Texas Panicum texanum 10 18
Red Rice Oryza sativa 3
Rye, volunteer Secale cereale 12 18
Ryegrass, Italian Lolium multiflorum 8 10
(annual)1
Shattercane Sorghum bicolor 12 16
Sprangletop species Leptochloa spp. 18
Signalgrass, broad leaf Brachlaria platyphylla
- 8- -- - -- 10
....
Wheat, volunteer Triticum aestivum 18
Wild proso millet Panicum mifiaceum 12 16
_"Yit~hgrass Panicum capillare 12 -------- -_._---------------
Woolly cupgrass Eriochloa vil/osa 12 --- --
1 Flexstar GT Herbicide will not control glyphosate-resistant seedling johnsongrass and Italian
ryegrass biotypes or other glyphosate resistant grass species.
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COTTON
Burndown and Residual Weed Control Applications
Flexstar GT Herbicide can provide burndown of emerged weeds and residual control of
certain germinating broad leaf weeds and sedges from either a !)replant surface or
preemergence application in cotton. Apply as a preplant surface or preemergence
treatment only to coarse textured soils (sandy loam, loamy sand, sandy clay loam). Do
not apply as a preplant surface or preemergence treatment to medium or fine-textured
soils as crop injury will likely occur.
Refer to Table 1 for use rates and weeds controlled by pre plant surface or
preemergence applications and Tables 2 and 3 for use rates, weed growth stages and
weeds controlled by postemergence applications.
Emerged weeds must have thorough spray coverage for effective control. Refer to the
Spray Adjuvants section for directions on spray adjuvants for postemergence weed
control.
Moisture is necessary to activate Flexstar GT Herbicide in soil for residual weed control.
Dry weather following application of Flexstar GT Herbicide may'reduce residual activity.
When adequate moisture is not received within 7 days after a Flexstar GT Herbicide
application, residual weed control may be improved with at least a 'X inch of overhead
irrigation ..
Cotton plants are tolerant to preemergence applications of Flexstar GT Herbicide when
applied at specified rates and to coarse-textured soils. Some crinkling or spotting of
cotton foliage or stunting may occur, especially if heavy rainfall occurs during or soon
after cotton emergence but cotton plants normally outgrow these effects and develop
normally.
Tank Mixes for Burlid6wli aiidResidualWeed Control Applic-ations
Flexstar GT Herbicide can be applied in a tank mix with the following products:
Caparol®, Cotoran®, Dicamba, Direx®, Glyphosate products (such as Touchdown® or
Roundup® brands), Karmex®, Prowl® H20, Solicam®, and Staple®. Refer to individual
product labels for precautionary statements, restrictions, rates and a list of weeds
controlled.
Post-Directed Application in Roundup Ready Flex Cotton
Apply Flexstar GT Herbicide in emerged Roundup Ready Flex cotton as a post-directed
treatment using precision post-directed, hooded or shielded application equipment to
provide complete coverage of emerged weeds. Apply Flexstar 'GT Herbicide at 3 pts.lA
in a minimum of 15 gallons spray solution per acre. Applications may be made
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broadcast or banded. Post-directed applications of Flexstar GT Herbicide will provide
contact control of labeled weeds and residual preemergence control of labeled weeds
(once activated by rainfall or irrigation). Refer to Table 1 for weeds controlled or
partially controlled through residual activity and Tables 2-3 for weeds controlled by
postemergence activity. Do not exceed 3 pts.lA as a post-directed application in
Roundup Ready Flex cotton.
Cotton foliage is not tolerant to Flexstar GT Herbicide applications. Avoid contact to
cotton foliage as unacceptable injury will occur. Application equipment should be
calibrated (spray pressure, nozzle type and configuration, and orifice size) to avoid fine
spray droplets contacting green cotton stems and foliage.
Post-Directed Application Timing in Roundup Ready Flex Cotton
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied as a post-directed application to Roundup Ready
Flex cotton when cotton is at least 6 inches in height through layby. All post-directed
applications should avoid spray contact with any green non-barked parts of the cotton
plant or foliage as unacceptable injury will occur. Follow the application timing
recommendations below for post-directed applications in Roundup Ready Flex cotton.
Shielded and Hooded Applications
Make a precision post-directed Flexstar GT Herbicide application to the Qase of
the cotton plant avoiding contact with the cotton stem or foliage when cotton is at
least 6 inches in height to avoid cotton injury. Use only hooded or shielded spray
equipment to apply Flexstar GT Herbicide in cotton that is 6 inches in height.
Adjust nozzles to provide full coverage of emerged target weeds.
Layby Applications
Make a post-directed Flexstar GT Herbicide application to the base of the cotton
plant avoiding contact with any non-barked portion of th~ cotton plant or foliage .
. Use precision post-directed eqUipment or hooded or shielded sprayers on cotton
that has developed a minimum of 4 inches of brown bark through layby.
Application equipment should be configured to provide full coverage of emerged
target weeds.
Tank Mixes for Post-Directed Applications
Flexstar GT Herbicide can be applied in a tank mix with most cotton herbicides
which are labeled for post-directed, hooded or shielded applications. Refer to
individual product labels for precautionary statements, res'trictions, rates and a
list of weeds controlled.
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General Restrictions - Cotton
• DO NOT apply Flexstar GT Herbicide over the top of cotton 'as plant death will occur.
• Do not exceed 4.5 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide per acre in anyone year and also
adhere to the maximum rate that may be applied in each geographic region (refer to
the Flexstar GT Herbicide Regional Use Map).
• Do not exceed 3 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide per acre as a post-directed
application.
• Do not apply Flexstar GT Herbicide later than 70 days before harvest.
SOYBEANS
Burndown and Residual Weed Control Applications - Glyphosate-Tolerant and
Non-Glyphosate- Tolerant Soybeans
Flexstar GT Herbicide can provide burndown of emerged weed~ and residual control of
certain germinating broad leaf weeds and sedges from either a preplant surface or
preemergence application in soybeans.
Refer to Table 1 for rates and weeds controlled by preplant surface or preemergence
applications and Tables 2 and 3 for rates, weed growth stages and weeds controlled by
postemergence applications.
Emerged weeds must have thorough spray coverage for effective control. Refer to the
Spray Adjuvants section for directions on spray adjuvants for postemergence weed
control.
Moisture is necessary to activate Flexstar GT Herbicide in soil for residual weed control.
Dry weather f6l1owin~iapplicati6n of Flexstar GTRer6iciae may reduce effectivenes·s ·of
residual activity. When adequate moisture is not received within 7 days after a Flexstar
GT Herbicide application, residual weed control may be improved with at least a % inch
of overhead irrigation.
Preplant Surface or Preemergence Tank-Mix Applications" Soybeans
Flexstar GT Herbicide can be tank mixed with the following products for preplant
surface or preemergence applications in glyphosate-tolerant arid non-glyphosate­
tolerant soybeans: 2,4-D, Dicamba, Glyphosate products (such as Touchdown or
Roundup brands).
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Refer to the tank-mix partner label for use directions, restrictions and limitations. The
most restrictive product labeling applies.
Postemergence Over-The-Top Applications in Glyphosate-Tolerant Soybeans
Flexstar GT Herbicide can provide postemergence control of a ~road spectrum of grass
and broad leaf weeds as an over-the-top application in glyphosate-tolerant soybeans.
Refer to Tables 2 and 3 for specific directions on weed growth stages, rates and weeds
controlled. Emerged weeds must have thorough spray coverage for effective control.
Refer to the Spray Adjuvants section for directions on spray adjuvants for
postemergence weed control.
Postemergence, in-crop applications of Flexstar GT Herbicide that come in contact with
soil may control or partially control certain germinating broad leaf weeds and sedges.
Some bronzing, crinkling or spotting of soybean leaves may occur following
postemergence applications, but soybeans soon outgrow these effects and develop
normally.
Special Postemergence Use Rates for Specific Weed Control Situations in
Glyphosate-Tolerant Soybeans
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied at 2.375 pts.lA (38 fl. oz.lA) in Regions 1-4 as a
postemergence application to control non-glyphosate resistant weeds including difficult
to control weeds such as morningglory, velvetleaf and black nightshade in glyphosate­
tolerant soybeans. Apply when weeds are 1-4 inches in heightilength.
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied at 2.27 pts.lA (36.3 fl. oz.lA) in Region 5 as a
postemergence application to control non-glyphosate resistant weeds including difficult
to control weeds such as velvetleaf and black nightshade in glyphosate-tolerant
soybeans. Apply when weeds are 1-3 inches in height/length ..
Postemergence Over-The-Top Tank-Mix Applications --Glyphosate-Tolerant
Soybeans Only
Flexstar GT Herbicide can be tank mixed with the following products for postemergence
applications in glyphosate-tolerant soybeans: Fusilade® DX, Fusion®, and Glyphosate
products (such as Touchdown or Roundup brands).
Refer to the tank-mix partner label for use directions, restrictions and limitations. The
most restrictive product labeling applies.
General Restrictions - Soybeans
• DO NOT apply Flexstar GT Herbicide as an over-the-top application to non­
glyphosate-tolerant soybeans as plant death will occur.
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• Refer to Flexstar GT Herbicide Regional Use Map for the maximum rate of Flexstar
GT Herbicide (or other fomesafen-containing products) that may be applied in each
geographic region. Do not apply to any field in Regions 2, 3, 4, or 5 more than once
every two years.
• Do not exceed 4.5 pints of Flexstar GT Herbicide per acre in anyone year and also
adhere to the maximum rate that may be applied in each ge'ographic region (refer to
the Flexstar GT Herbicide Regional Use Map).
• Do not graze treated areas or harvest for forage or hay.
• Do not apply within 45 days of harvest.
AERIAL SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT ADVISORY
Spray Drift Management
AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF
THE APPLICATOR. The interaction of many equipment and weather-related factors
determines the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the grower are responsible
for considering all these factors when making decisions.
The following drift management requirements must be followed to avoid off-target drift
movement from aerial applications to agricultural field crops. These requirements do
not apply to forestry applications, public health uses or to applications using dry
formulations.
1. The distance of the outer most nozzles on the boom must not exceed % the
length of the wingspan or rotor.
2. Nozzles must always point backward parallel withtheairstrealTl and never be
pointed downwards more than 45 degrees.
Where states have more stringent regulations, they must be observed.
The applicator must be familiar with and take into account the information covered in the
Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory Information.
Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory Information
Importance of 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
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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 Inversion sections of this label).
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 - Use the lower spray pressures recommended for the nozzle. Higher
pressure reduces droplet size and does not improve canopy penetration. 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 backwards
parallel to the airstream will produce larger droplets than other orientations.
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 larger
droplets than other nozzle types.
Boom Length
For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than % of the
wingspan or rotor length may further reduce drift without reducing swath width.
Application-Height
Applications must 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.
Swath Adjustment
When applications are made with a crosswind, the swath will be displaced downwind.
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.).
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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 must be avoided below 2 mph due to variable wind direction and high
inversion potential. NOTE: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Every applicator
must 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.
Temperature Inversions
Applications must not occur during a temperature inversion because drift potential is
high. 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.
Sensitive Areas
The pesticide is to be applied only when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive areas
(e,g. residential areas,boElies·ofwater;known habitat for threatened or endangered
species, nontarget crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from the sensitive
areas).
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
Pesticide Storage
Store above 32°F in original containers only. If product freezes, return to room
temperature and agitate to reconstitute. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not
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store near food or feed. In case of spill or leak on floor or paved surfaces, soak up with
sand, earth or synthetic absorbent. Remove to chemical waste area.
Pesticide Disposal
Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. 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 Representative at the nearest EPA Regional
Office for guidance.
Container Disposal [2.5 gallons]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling if
available.
Residue Removal [2.5 gallons]
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 equipmentor 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.
Container Disposal [120, 250 Gallons and Bulk]
Refillable container. Refill this container with Flexstar GT Herbicide only. Do not reuse
this container for any other purpose.
Residue Removal [120,250 Gallons and Bulk]
Cleaning the container before ,final disposal is the responsibility ofthe-persondisposing'of'
the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.
After filling and before transporting, check for leaks. Do not refill or transport damaged
or leaking container.
CONTAINER IS NOT SAFE FOR FOOD, FEED OR DRINKING WATER.
Caparol®, Dual Magnum®, Flexstar® GT, Fusilade® OX, Fusion®, ISOLlNKTM
Technology II, Solicam®, Suprend™, Touchdown®, the Syngenta logo and the CP
FRAME L, are trademarks of a Syngenta Company
Cotoran® trademark of Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc.
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Direx®, Karmex®, Staple®, and Viton® trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and
Company
Prowl® trademark of BASF Ag Products
Roundup® and Roundup Ready® trademarks of Monsanto Company
©201 X Syngenta
For non-emergency (e.g., current product information) call
Syngenta Crop Protection at 1-800-334-9481
Manufactured for:
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc.
P. O. Box 18300
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419
SCP 1325A
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[Container Label - 2.5 gallons]
I GROUP "'tl HERBICIDES
Flexstar® GT
Herbicide
For Control of Certain Weeds in Cotton and Soybeans
Active Ingredient
Fomesafen: ............................................................................................................. 6.720/0
Glyphosate: ........................................................................................................... 25.60%
Other Ingredients: 67.68%
Total: 100.00%
Contains 0.66 pounds of fomesafen and 2.63 pounds of glyphosate acid per gallon. [2.5
gallon]
See additional precautionary statements and directions for use inside 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. 100-1325
EPA Est.
SCP 1325A
2.5 gallons
Net Contents
-.
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION
Precautionary Statements
Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals
CAUTION
Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly
with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using
tobacco, or using the toilet.
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.
• Call a poison Gontrol 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 by a poison control center
or doctor.
• Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
If on skin or • Take off contaminated clothing.
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 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.
HOTLINE NUMBER
For 24 Hour Medical Emergency Assistance (Human or Animal)
Or Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident)
Call
1-800-888-8372
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Environmental Hazards
Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal
areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of
equipment washwaters. Do not apply when weather conditions. favor drift from target
area.
Fomesafen is known to leach through soil into groundwater under certain conditions as
a result of label use. Use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable,
particularly where the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.
Physical and Chemical Hazards
Do not store, mix or apply this product or spray solutions of this product in unlined steel
(except stainless steel), galvanized steel containers, or sprayer tanks. This product or
spray solutions of this product will react with these containers and tanks and produce
hydrogen gas which may form a highly combustible mixture. This gas mixture could
flash or explode, causing serious personal injury, if ignited by spark, open flame, lighted
cigarette, welder torch, or other ignition source.
Spray solutions of this product must be mixed, stored and applied using only stainless
steel, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined steel containers. .
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
Pesticide Storage
Store above 32°F in original containers only. If product freezes, return to room
temperature and agitate to reconstitute. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not
store near food orfe~ed. In case-of spill or leak on floor orpavedsurfaces, soak up with
sand, earth or synthetic absorbent. Remove to chemical waste area.
Pesticide Disposal
Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. 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 Representative at the nearest EPA Regional
Office for guidance.
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Container Disposal [2.5 gallons]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling if
available.
Residue Removal [2.5 gallons]
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.
Container Disposal [120, 250 Gallons and Bulk]
Refillable container. Refill this container with Flexstar GT Herbicide only. Do not reuse
this container for any other purpose.
Residue Removal [120,250 Gallons and Bulk]
Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of
. the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.
After filling and before transporting, check for leaks. Do not refill or transport damaged
or leaking container.
CONTAINER IS NOT SAFE FOR FOOD, FEED OR DRINKING WATER.
Flexstar® GT, the Syngenta logo and the CP FRAME l) are trademarks of a Syngenta
Company
©201X Syngenta
Manufactured for:
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc.
P. O. Box 18300
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419
SCP 1325A
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SUPPLEMENTAL LABEL
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc.
P. O. Box 18300
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419-8300
SCP 1325A-S1 0110
Flexstar® GT
Herbicide
For Control of Certain Weeds in Cotton and Soybeans
Active Ingredient:
, ACCEPTED
;withCOMMENTS 'AUG 1 Z ZUlU 1n EPA Letter Dated
Unde~ the Federal Insecticide.,
Fungi~ide. and Rodenticide Act
as amended. for the pesticide
registered under EPA Reg. No.
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Fomesafen: ...................................................................................................... : ...... 6.720/0
Glyphosate:· ............................................................................................ ; ............... 25.60 %
Other Ingredients: 67.68%
Total: 100.00%
Contains 0.66 pounds of fomesafen and 2.63 pounds of glyphpsate acid per gallon.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN,.
CAUTION
EPA Reg. No. 100-1325
All applicable directions, restrictions and precautions on :the EPA-registered label
are to be followed. Before using FLEXSTAR GT HERBICIDE as permitted
according to this supplemental label, read and follow all applicable directions,
restrictions, and precautions on the EPA registered lab~1 on or attached to the
pesticide product container. This Supplemental Labeling contains revised use
instructions and or restrictions that may be different from those that appear on
the container label. This Supplemental Labeling must be;in the possession of the
user at the time of pesticide application. It is a violation of Federal law to use this
product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• A maximum of 2.27 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide (or a ma;Ximum of 0.1875 lb.
a.i./A of fomesafen from any product containing forne~afen) may be applied per
acre in ALTERNATE years in Region 5 (see Regional Use: Map).
USE RATES AND WEEDS CONTROLLED
REGION 5
(Maximum Rate 2.27 pts.lA, Alternate Years)
REGION 5 - Includes the following states or portion of states where Flexstar GT
Herbicide may be applied: North Dakota (all areas East of U.S. Highway 281 except
those areas in Region 4), South Dakota (all areas East of u.sl Highway 281 except
those areas in Region 4) and Minnesota (all areas South of U.:S. Highway 2 except
those areas in Region 4).
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COTTON
Post-Directed Application in Roundup Ready Flex Cotton'
Apply Flexstar GT Herbicide in emerged Roundup Ready Flex cotton as a post-directed
treatment using precision post-directed, hooded or shielded application equipment to
provide complete coverage of emerged weeds. Apply Flexstar GT Herbicide at 3 pts.lA
in a minimum of 15 gallons spray solution per acre. Applicatiqns may be made
broadcast or banded. Post-directed applications of Flexstar GT Herbicide will provide
contact control of labeled weeds and residual preemergence control of labeled weeds
(once activated by rainfall or irrigation). Refer to Table 1 for weeds controlled or
partially controlled through residual activity and Tables 2-3 for;weeds controlled by
postemergence activity. Do not exceed 3 pts.lA as a post-dir~cted application in
Roundup Ready Flex cotton.
Cotton foliage is not tolerant to Flexstar GT Herbicide applicatjons. Avoid contact to
cotton foliage as unacceptable injury will occur. Application equipment should be
calibrated (spray pressure, nozzle type and configuration, and: orifice size) to avoid fine
spray droplets contacting green cotton stems and foliage.
Post-Directed Application Timing in Roundup Ready Flex Cotton
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied as a post-directed application to Roundup Ready
Flex cotton when cotton is at least 6 inches in height through layby. All post-directed
applications should avoid spray contact with any green non-b~rked parts of the cotton
plant or foliage as unacceptable injury will occur. Follow the a'pplication timing
recommendations below for post-directed applications in Roundup Ready Flex cotton.
Shielded and Hooded Applications
Make a precision post-directed Flexstar GT Herbicide a'pplication to the base of
the cotton plant avoiding contact with the cotton stem or foliage when cotton is at
least 6 inches in height to avoid cotton injury. Use only! hooded or shielded spray
equipment to apply Flexstar GT Herbicide in cotton that is 6 inches in height.
Adjust nozzles to provide full coverage of emerged target weeds.
Layby Applications
Make a post-directed Flexstar GT Herbicide application'to the base of the cotton
plant avoiding contact with any non-barked portion of tlie cotton plant or foliage.
Use precision post-directed equipment or hooded or shielded sprayers on cotton
that has developed a minimum of 4 inches of brown bark through layby.
Application equipment should be configured to provide full coverage of emerged
. target weeds.
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Tank Mixes for Post-Directed Applications
Flexstar GT Herbicide can be applied in a tank mix with m:ost cotton herbicides
which are labeled for post-directed, hooded or shielded applications. Refer to
individual product labels for precautionary statements, re$trictions, rates and a
list of weeds controlled. '
General Restrictions - Cotton
• DO NOT apply Flexstar GT Herbicide over the top of cotton as plant death will occur.
• Do not exceed 4.5 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide per acre in anyone year and also
adhere to the maximum rate that may be applied in each g,eographic region (refer to
the Flexstar GT Herbicide Regional Use Map).
• Do not exceed 3 pts. of Flexstar GT Herbicide per acre as ~ post-directed
application.
• Do not apply Flexstar GT Herbicide later than 70 days before harvest.
SOYBEANS
Special Postemergence Use Rates for Specific Weed Control Situations in
Glyphosate-Tolerant Soybeans
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied at 2.375 pts.lA (38 fl. oz.lA) in Regions 1-4 as a
postemergence application to control non-glyphosate reSistant weeds including difficult
to control weeds such as morningglory, velvetleaf and black nightshade in glyphosate­
tolerant soybeans. Apply when weeds are 1-4 inches in height/length.
Flexstar GT Herbicide may be applied at 2.27 pts.lA (36.3 fl. oz.lA) in Region 5 as a
postemergence application to control non-glyphosate resistant weeds including difficult
to control weeds such as velvetleaf and black nightshade in glyphosate-tolerant
soybeans. Apply when weeds are 1-3 inches in height/length.
General Restrictions - Soybeans
• Refer to Flexstar GT Herbicide Regional Use Map for the maximum rate of Flexstar
GT Herbicide (or other fomesafen-containing products) that may be applied in each
geographic region. Do not apply to any field in Regions 2, '3, 4, or 5 more than once
every two years.
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