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# MESOTRIONE 50WG
- EPA Reg No: **100-1349**
- Registrant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Mesotrione (50%)
- Label accepted: 2015-05-15
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000100-01349-20150515.pdf
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
PRIA Non-New-Use Label Acceptable v.20150320
OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETY
AND POLLUTION PREVENTION
May 15, 2015
Cherilyn Moore
Regulatory Specialist
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC
P.O. Box 18300
Greensboro, NC 27419-8300
Subject: PRIA Label Amendment Add aeria l use for corn and increase in single
application rate
Product Name: Mesotrione 50WG
EPA Registration Number: 100-1349
Application Date: 9-19-14
Decision Number: 495614
Dear Ms. Moore:
The amended label referred to above, submitted in connection with registration under the Federal
Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. This approval does not
affect any conditions that were previously imposed on this registration. You continue to be
subject to existing conditions on your registration and any deadlines connected with them.
A stamped copy of your labeling is enclosed for your records. This labeling supersedes all
previously accepted labeling. You must submit one copy of the final printed labeling before you
release the product for shipment with the new labeling. In accordance with 40 CFR 152.130(c),
you may distribute or sell this product under the previously approved labeling for 18 months
from the date of this letter. After 18 months, you may only distribute or sell this product if it
bears this new revised labeling or subsequently approved labeling. “To distribute or sell” is
defined under FIFRA section 2(gg) and its implementing regulation at 40 CFR 152.3.
Should you wish to add/retain a reference to the companys website on your label, then please be
aware that the website becomes labeling under the Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide
Act and is subject to review by the Agency. If the website is false or misleading, the product
would be misbranded and unlawful to sell or distribute under FIFRA section 12(a)(1)(E). 40
CFR 156.10(a)(5) list examples of statements EPA may consider false or misleading. In addition,
regardless of whether a website is referenced on your products label, claims made on the
website may not substantially differ from those claims approved through the registration process.
Therefore, should the Agency find or if it is brought to our attention that a website contains false
or misleading statements or claims substantially differing from the EPA approved registration,
the website will be referred to the EPAs Office of Enforcement and Compliance.
Your release for shipment of the product constitutes acceptance of these conditions. If these
conditions are not complied with, the registration will be subject to cancellation in accordance
Page 2 of 2
EPA Reg. No. 100-1349
Decision No. 495614
with FIFRA section 6. If you have any questions, please contact Erik Kraft by phone at 703-308-
9358, or via email at kraft.erik@epa.gov.
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Heather Garvie
Product Manager 24
Fungicide and Herbicide Branch
Registration Division (7505P)
Office of Pesticide Programs
Mesotrione 50WG
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[Booklet]
GROUP 27 HERBICIDE
Mesotrione 50WG
Herbicide
A Postemergence and Preemergence Herbicide for Control of Annual Broadleaf Weeds
in Field Corn, Production Seed Field Corn, Field Corn Grown for Silage, Yellow Popcorn
and Sweet Corn
Active Ingredient:
Mesotrione: (CAS No. 104206-82-8) ...................................................................... 50.0%
Other Ingredients: ................................................................................................... 50.0%
Total: 100.0%
Mesotrione 50WG is formulated as a wettable granule (WG).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION
See additional precautionary statements and directions for use inside booklet.
EPA Reg. No. 100-1349
EPA Est.
___ pounds
Net Weight
05-15-2015
100-1349
Mesotrione 50WG
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FIRST AID
If in eyes x Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20
minutes.
x Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then
continue rinsing eye.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If on skin or
clothing
x Take off contaminated clothing.
x Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If inhaled x Move person to fresh air.
x If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
If swallowed x Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment
advice.
x Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow.
x Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control
center or doctor.
x Do not give anything to an unconscious person.
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.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Applicators and other handlers must wear:
x Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
x Shoes plus socks
x Chemical-resistant gloves
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Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions
for washables exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from
other laundry.
Engineering Control Statements
When handlers use closed systems or enclosed cabs 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:
x Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the
toilet.
x 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.
x Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. The wash thoroughly and put
on clean clothing.
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 wash water or rinsate.
Surface Water Advisory
This product may contaminate water through drift of spray in wind. This product has a
high potential for runoff for several weeks 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 /g32s contribution to surface water
contamination.
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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 LLC or Seller. To the extent permitted by applicable
law, Buyer and User agree to hold SYNGENTA and Seller harmless for any claims
relating to such factors.
SYNGENTA warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label
and is reasonably fit for the purposes stated in the Directions for Use, subject to the
inherent risks referred to above, when used in accordance with directions under normal
use conditions. To the extent permitted by applicable law: (1) this warranty does not
extend to the use of the product contrary to label instructions or under conditions not
reasonably foreseeable to or beyond the control of Seller or SYNGENTA, and (2) Buyer
and User assume the risk of any such use. To the extent permitted by applicable law,
SYNGENTA MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY EXCEPT AS WARRANTED BY THIS LABEL.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall SYNGENTA be liable for
any incidental, consequential or special damages resulting from the use or handling of
this product. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BYAPPLICABLE LAW, THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER, AND THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY
OF SYNGENTA AND SELLER FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES
OR DAMAGES (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON BREACH OF WARRANTY,
CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE)
RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE THE
RETURN OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR, AT THE ELECTION
OF SYNGENTA OR SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
SYNGENTA and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, subject to the
foregoing Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability, which may not be
modified except by written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of
SYNGENTA.
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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 12 hours. Exception: If the product is soil-injected or soil-
incorporated, the Worker Protection Standard, under certain circumstances, allows
workers to enter the treated area if there will be no contact with anything that has been
treated.
PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker
Protection Standard and that involves contact with anything that has been treated, such
as plants, soil, or water, is:
x Coveralls
x Shoes plus socks
x Chemical-resistant gloves
INFORMATION
Mesotrione 50WG is a systemic preemergence and postemergence herbicide for the
selective contact and residual control of broadleaf weeds in field corn, production seed
field corn, field corn grown for silage, yellow popcorn, sweet corn, and other listed
crops. When used preemergence, weeds take up the product through the soil during
emergence. Dry conditions following application may reduce the preemergence activity
of Mesotrione 50WG. If an activating rain (0.25 inches) is not received within 7-10 days
after a preemergence application, where appropriate, rotary hoeing is suggested to
activate the herbicide. When used postemergence, susceptible weeds take up the
herbicide through the treated foliage and cease growth soon after application.
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Complete death of the weeds may take up to 2 weeks. The product is absorbed through
the soil and/or by the foliage of emerged weeds.
Mesotrione 50WG is not effective for the control of most grass weeds. Preemergence
grass herbicides or postemergence grass herbicides can be tank mixed with Mesotrione
50WG to provide broad-spectrum weed control in corn (see appropriate section of label
for this information). Mesotrione 50WG can be applied postemergence following a
preemergence grass herbicide application. Mesotrione 50WG can also be used in
combination with a burndown herbicide, prior to planting, to provide added burndown
and residual weed control in field corn, production seed field corn, field corn grown for
silage, yellow popcorn, and sweet corn.
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT
Mesotrione 50WG is a Group 27 Herbicide (contains the active ingredient mesotrione).
Naturally occurring biotypes of certain broadleaf weed species with resistance to
triazines, glyphosate, PPO, HPPD and ALS inhibiting herbicides are known to exist.
Performance of Mesotrione 50WG is not affected by the presence of biotypes resistant
to triazines, glyphosate, PPO or ALS inhibiting herbicides.
To help prevent the development of resistance to Mesotrione 50WG in corn, always use
full labeled rates. If applying Mesotrione 50WG postemergence after a preemergence
application of an HPPD inhibiting herbicide, always add atrazine as a tank-mix partner,
or use a herbicide with an alternate mode of action that is active on the target species in
areas where the use of triazines is not appropriate. No more than 0.24 lb of mesotrione
active ingredient can be applied per acre of corn per year (equivalent of 7.7 oz per acre
per year of Mesotrione 50WG). If additional herbicide must be applied, it is
recommended that a different mode of action be used, i.e., other than an HPPD inhibitor
(Group 27 Herbicide). Apply Mesotrione 50WG at full label rates to help prevent
selection for, or population shifts toward, marginally tolerant weed species and/or
species biotypes.
INTEGRATED PEST (WEED) MANAGEMENT
Integrate Mesotrione 50WG into an overall weed and pest management strategy
whenever the use of a herbicide is required. Follow practices known to reduce weed
development (tillage, crop competition) and herbicide use (weed scouting, proper
application timing, banding) wherever possible. Consult local agricultural and weed
authorities for additional IPM strategies established for your area.
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WEEDS CONTROLLED
Table 1. Weeds Controlled with Postemergence Applications of Mesotrione 50WG
Weed
Common Name
Weed
Scientific Name
3 fl oz/A
2.5-3.0 fl oz/A +
Atrazine1
Apply to Weeds <5 Inches Tall2
Amaranth, palmer Amaranthus palmeri PC3 C 3
Amaranth, powell Amaranthus powellii C C
Amaranth, spiny Amaranthus spinosus C C
Atriplex Chenopodium orach C C
Broadleaf signalgrass Urochloa platyphylla C3 C 3
Buckwheat, wild Polygonum convolvulus PC PC
Buffalobur Solanum rostratium C C
Burcucumber Sicyos angulatus PC C 3
Carpetweed Mollugo verticillata C C
Carrot, wild Daucus carota PC C
Chickweed, common Stellaria media C C
Cocklebur, common Xanthium strumarium C C
Crabgrass, large Digitaria sanguinalis C3 C 3
Dandelion Taraxacum officinale NC PC
Dock, curly Rumex crispus PC PC
Galinsoga Galinsoga parviflora C C
Hemp Cannabis sativa C C
Horsenettle Solanum carolinense PC C
Jimsonweed Datura stramonium C C
Horseweed (marestail) Conyza canadensis PC C
Knotweed, prostrate Polygonum aviculare PC PC
Kochia Kochia scoparia PC3 C 3
Lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album C C
Mallow, Venice Hibiscus trionum NC C
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomoea hederacea PC C
Morningglory, ivyleaf Ipomoea hederacea PC C
Morningglory, pitted Ipomoea lacunosa PC C
Mustard, wild Brassica kaber C C
Nightshade, black Solanum nigrum C C
Nightshade, Eastern black Solanum ptycanthum C C
Nightshade, hairy Solanum sarrachoides C C
Nutsedge, yellow Cyperus esculentus PC PC
Pigweed, redroot Amaranthus retroflexus C C
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Weed
Common Name
Weed
Scientific Name
3 fl oz/A
2.5-3.0 fl oz/A +
Atrazine1
Apply to Weeds <5 Inches Tall2
Pigweed, smooth Amaranthus hybridus C C
Pigweed, tumble Amaranthus albus C C
Pokeweed, common Phytolacca americana PC PC
Potatoes, volunteer Solanum spp. C C
Pusley, Florida Richardia scabra C3 C 3
Ragweed, common Ambrosia artemisiifolia PC C
Ragweed, giant Ambrosia trifida C3 C
Sesbania, hemp Sesbania exaltata C C
Sida, prickly (teaweed) Sida spinosa NC C 3
Smartweed, ladysthumb Polygonum persicaria C3 C
Smartweed, pale Polygonum lapathifolium C3 C
Smartweed, Pennsylvania Polygonum pensylvanicum C3 C
Sunflower, common Helianthus annuus C C
Thistle, Canada Circium arvense NC PC
Velvetleaf Abutilon theophrasti C C
Waterhemp, common Amaranthus rudis C3 C
Waterhemp, tall Amaranthus tuberculatus C3 C
1Mesotrione 50WG tank mixture with atrazine is approved only for use on corn.
2Under certain situations weeds can be controlled at larger than listed sizes, however to
protect crop yield, manage weed resistance and provide consistent control, treat weeds
before they exceed 5 inches in height.
3Apply before weed exceeds 3 inches in height.
C = Control PC = Partial Control NC = Not Controlled
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Table 2. Weeds Controlled With Preemergence Applications of Mesotrione 50WG
Common Name Scientific Name Applied Alone
Mesotrione
50WG +
Atrazine1
Amaranth, palmer Amaranthus palmeri C C
Amarath, powell Amaranthus powellii C C
Amaranth, spiny Amaranthus spinosus C C
Broadleaf signalgrass Urochloa platyphylla PC PC
Buffalobur Solanum rostratum C C
Carpetweed Mollugo verticillata C C
Chickweed, common Stellaria media C C
Cocklebur, common Xanthium strumarium PC C
Crabgrass, large Digitaria sanguinalis PC PC
Galinsoga Galinsoga parviflora C C
Jimsonweed Datura stramonium C C
Kochia Kochia scoparia PC C
Lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album C C
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomoea hederacea PC C
Morningglory, ivyleaf Ipomoea hederacea PC C
Morningglory, pitted Ipomoea lacunosa PC C
Nightshade, eastern black Solanum ptycanthum CC
Nightshade, hairy Solanum sarrachoides CC
Pigweed, redroot Amaranthus retroflexus CC
Pigweed, smooth Amaranthus hybridus C C
Pigweed, tumble Amaranthus albus C C
Ragweed, common Ambrosia artemisiifolia C C
Ragweed, giant Ambrosia trifida PC C
Smartweed, ladysthumb Polygonum persicaria CC
Smartweed, pale Polygonum lapathifolium CC
Smartweed, Pennsylvania Polygonum
pensylvanicum CC
Sunflower, common Helianthus annuus PC C
Velvetleaf Abutilon theophrasti CC
Waterhemp, common Amaranthus rudis CC
Waterhemp, tall Amaranthus tuberculatus CC
1Mesotrione 50WG tank mixture with atrazine is approved only for use on corn. Refer to
the crop sections on this label for specific use directions.
C = Control PC = Partial Control
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ROTATIONAL CROPS
Immediate: Corn (all types), asparagus, cranberry, flax, millet (pearl), grasses grown
for seed (Kentucky bluegrass, perennial and annual ryegrass, and tall fescue), oats,
rhubarb, sorghum (grain and sweet), and sugarcane may be replanted immediately.
4 Months: Small grain cereals, including wheat, barley and rye.
10 Months: Alfalfa, blueberry, canola, cotton, currant, lingonberry, okra, peanuts,
peas
1,2, potatoes, rice, snap beans1,2, soybeans, sunflowers, sweet potatoes, and
tobacco.
18 Months: Sugar beets, dry beans, cucurbits, red clover, and all other rotational crops
may be replanted 18 months after application of Mesotrione 50WG. Planting
unspecified rotational crops, or those rotational crops that are specified at shorter than
instructed intervals may result in injury to the rotational crop.
1Plant these rotational crops only if the following criteria below have been met. If all
criteria are not met, plant peas and snap beans a minimum of 18 months following
mesotrione application.
- A minimum of 20" of rainfall plus irrigation has been received between application
and planting of the rotational crop.
- Soil pH is 6.0 or greater.
- Application of Mesotrione at 3 oz product/A or less applied no later than June 30 the
year preceding rotational crop planting.
- No other HPPD herbicides were applied the year prior to planting peas and snap
beans.
2Do not plant peas or snap beans on sand, sandy loam or loamy sands in Minnesota or
Wisconsin.
USE RESTRICTIONS
Do not apply Mesotrione 50WG to white popcorn or ornamental (Indian) corn.
Do not cultivate corn within 7 days before or after a Mesotrione 50WG application as
weed control from the Mesotrione 50WG application may be reduced.
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Do not apply with suspension fertilizers as the carrier, unless specifically address under
one of the tank mixes sections of this label or other product labels containing
Mesotrione 50WG, or injury may occur.
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Do not apply Mesotrione 50WG postemergence in a tank mix with emulsifiable
concentrate grass herbicides, unless specifically addressed under one of the tank mix
sections of this label, or injury may occur.
Do not use aerial application to apply Mesotrione 50WG unless specified otherwise
under the specific crop section on the label.
USE PRECAUTIONS
Severe corn injury may occur if Mesotrione 50WG is applied postemergence to corn
crops that were treated with Counter® or Lorsban®, which may result in corn crop yield
loss.
Severe corn injury may occur if Mesotrione 50WG is applied foliar postemergence in a
tank mix with any organophosphate or carbamate insecticide which may result in corn
crop yield loss.
Severe corn injury may occur if any organophosphate or carbamate insecticide is
applied foliar postemergence within 7 days before or 7 days after Mesotrione 50WG
application, which may result in corn crop yield loss.
When weeds are stressed due to drought, heat, lack of fertility, flooding, or prolonged
cool temperatures, control can be reduced or delayed since the weeds are not actively
growing. Weed escapes or regrowth may occur when application is made under
prolonged stress conditions. Optimum weed control will be obtained if an application of
Mesotrione 50WG is made following label directions when weeds are actively growing.
Mesotrione 50WG may be applied with pyrethroid type insecticides like DuPont Asana®
or Warrior®.
SPRAY DRIFT
RESTRICTION: For aerial application use only nozzles producing coarse-ultra coarse
droplets. Do not use nozzles producing fine-medium size droplets.
Do not apply when weather conditions may cause drift to nontarget areas. Drift may
result in injury to adjacent crops and vegetation. To avoid spray drift, DO NOT apply
when wind speed is greater than 10 mph or during periods of temperature inversions.
Use of larger droplet sizes will also reduce spray drift.
AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF
THE APPLICATOR.
The interaction of equipment and weather related factors determine the potential for
spray drift. The applicator is responsible for considering all these factors when making
a decision.
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Information on Droplet Size
The most effective way to reduce spray 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. Refer to the Aerial Application section for specific instructions regarding
droplet size.
Controlling Droplet Size
x Volume Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical spray volume.
Nozzles with higher rated flows produce larger droplets.
x Pressure Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturers recommended pressures. For
many nozzle types, lower pressure produces larger droplets. When higher flow
rates are needed, use higher rate nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
x Number of Nozzles Use the minimum number of nozzles that provide uniform
coverage.
Sensitive Areas
The pesticide must only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive
areas, (e.g., residential areas, bodies of water, known habitat for threatened or
endangered species, nontarget crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from
the sensitive areas).
ADDITIONAL SPRAY DRIFT PRECAUTIONS FOR AERIAL APPLICATIONS
The distance of the outer-most nozzles on the boom must not exceed ¾ the length of
the wingspan or rotor.
Nozzles must always point backward parallel with the air stream and never be pointed
downwards more than 45 degrees. Where states have more stringent regulations, they
must be observed.
Spray must be released at the lowest height consistent with effective weed control and
flight safety.
For best results, quantifiably pattern test each specific aerial application vehicle used for
aerial application of Mesotrione 50WG initially and every year thereafter.
RESTRICTION: For aerial application use only nozzles producing coarse-ultra coarse
droplets. Do not use nozzles producing fine-medium size droplets.
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For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than ¾ of the
wingspan or rotor length may further reduce drift without reducing swath width.
Do not make applications 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.
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. Increase swath
adjustment distance with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.).
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.
Whenever possible, avoid application below 2 mph due to variable wind direction and
high inversion potential. Note: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Ensure that
every applicator is familiar with local wind patterns and how they affect drift.
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.
Whenever possible avoid application 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 connected cloud (under low wind conditions) indicates
an inversion, while smoke that moves upwards and rapidly dissipates indicates good
vertical air mixing.
The pesticide must only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive
areas (e.g., residential areas, bodies of water, known habitat for threatened or
endangered species, non-target crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from
the sensitive areas).
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APPLICATION PROCEDURES
POSTEMERGENCE GROUND APPLICATION
For best results, apply Mesotrione 50WG to actively growing weeds. For a list of weeds
controlled see Table 1. Susceptible weeds which emerge soon after application of
Mesotrione 50WG may be controlled after they absorb the herbicide from the soil.
Mesotrione 50WG will not control most grass weeds.
Postemergence Ground Spray Equipment
Ensure that spray nozzles are uniformly spaced, the same size and type, and provide
accurate and uniform application. Use spray nozzles that provide medium to coarse
droplet size to provide good coverage and avoid drift. Good weed coverage is essential
for optimum weed control. Boom height for broadcast over-the-top applications must be
based on the height of the crop at least 15 inches above the crop canopy.
Apply in a spray volume of 10-30 gal/A. Use a pump that can maintain a pressure of at
least 35-40 psi at the nozzles and provide proper agitation within the tank to keep the
product dispersed. Lower pressures may be used with extended range or drift reduction
nozzles. When weed foliage is dense, use a minimum of 20 gal.
Flat fan nozzles of 80q or 110q are recommended for optimum postemergence
coverage. Do not use floodjet nozzles or controlled droplet application equipment for
postemergence applications.
Nozzles may be angled forward 45q to enhance penetration of the crop and provide
better coverage. Ensure that all in-line strainer and nozzle screens in the sprayer are
50-mesh or coarser.
Always ensure that agitation is maintained until spraying is completed, even if stopped
for brief periods of time. If the agitation is stopped for more than 5 minutes, resuspend
the spray solution by running on full agitation prior to spraying.
PREEMERGENCE GROUND APPLICATION
For a list of weeds controlled preemergence, refer to Table 2.
Preemergence Ground Spray Equipment
Ensure that spray nozzles are uniformly spaced, the same size and type, and provide
accurate and uniform application. Use spray nozzles that provide medium to coarse
droplet size to provide good coverage and avoid drift. Apply in a spray volume of 10-80
gal/A using water or liquid fertilizer (excluding suspension fertilizers) as the carrier. Use
a pump that can maintain a pressure of at least 35-40 psi at the nozzles and provide
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proper agitation within the tank to keep the product dispersed. Lower pressures may be
used with extended range or drift reduction nozzles.
Always ensure that agitation is maintained until spraying is completed, even if stopped
for brief periods of time. If the agitation is stopped for more than 5 minutes, resuspend
the spray solution by running on full agitation prior to spraying.
AERIAL APPLICATION
RESTRICTION: Mesotrione 50WG can be applied aerially only to corn.
RESTRICTION: For aerial application use only nozzles producing coarse-ultra coarse
droplets. Do not use nozzles producing fine-medium size droplets.
Applications must be made in a minimum of 2 gallons of water per acre.
SPRAY ADDITIVES
Postemergence Adjuvants
When an adjuvant is to be used with this product, the use of an adjuvant that meets the
standards of the Chemical Producers and Distributors Association (CPDA) adjuvant
certification program is recommended.
The following adjuvant recommendations are intended primarily for Mesotrione 50WG
use in corn. Refer to the use directions section of each crop section for specific
adjuvant instructions.
For postemergence applications made after the crop has emerged, add crop oil
concentrate (COC) to the spray solution at rate of 1.0 gal/100 gal of water (1.0% v/v) or
add a high surfactant oil concentrate (HSOC) to the spray solution at a rate of 2 qt/100
gallons of water. The use of a nonionic surfactant (NIS) at 1 qt/100 gallons of water
(0.25% v/v) instead of a COC or HSOC is allowed, but the weed control achieved with
COC or HSOC is consistently better than NIS. The use of methylated seed oil (MSO)
adjuvants or MSO blend adjuvants for postemergence applications of Mesotrione
50WG may cause severe crop injury to occur. MSO adjuvants are not
recommended unless directed for a specific tank mix under the MESOTRIONE
50WG COMBINATIONS POSTEMERGENCE section of this label, or other
product labels containing Mesotrione 50WG or unless permitted by a
supplemental Mesotrione 50WG label. In addition to COC or HSOC, always add
spray grade UAN (e.g., 28-0-0) to the spray solution at a rate of 2.5% (v/v) or AMS at
8.5 lb/100 gal of spray solution, except if precluded elsewhere on this label or unless by
a supplemental Mesotrione 50WG label.
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Do not add UAN or AMS when making postemergence applications of Mesotrione
50WG to yellow popcorn or sweet corn, or severe crop injury may occur.
For postemergence applications to yellow popcorn and sweet corn, the use of a
nonionic surfactant (NIS) instead of a crop oil concentrate (COC) is recommended, so
as to minimize the risk of crop injury. A COC may be used, and will increase the level of
weed control achieved, especially under dry growing conditions, but the risk of crop
injury is increased significantly under lush growing conditions. Because the adjuvant
benefits of UAN or AMS are not available in yellow popcorn or sweet corn, weeds less
than five inches need to be targeted, and the addition of atrazine is recommended
wherever rotational or local atrazine restrictions will allow, in order to achieve the level
of weed control that is listed for Mesotrione 50WG plus COC plus UAN or AMS (third
column) in Table 1.
Preemergence Adjuvants
For Mesotrione 50WG preplant or preemergence applications and where weeds are
present, the use of any adjuvant for agricultural use is permitted. In these situations,
MSO type adjuvants are typically better than COC type adjuvants, which are typically
better than NIS type adjuvants for enhancing weed control. UAN or AMS can be added
and typically provides better weed control than not adding one of these. If Mesotrione
50WG is being tank mixed with another registered herbicide in this situation, refer to the
tank-mix partner label for adjuvant precautions and restrictions.
SPRAY EQUIPMENT
Cleaning Equipment After Mesotrione 50WG Application
Special attention must be given to cleaning equipment before spraying a crop other than
corn. Mix only as much spray solution as needed.
1. Flush tank, hoses, boom, and nozzles with clean water.
2. Prepare a cleaning solution of 1 gal. of household ammonia per 25 gal of water.
Many commercial spray tank cleaners may be used.
3. Use a pressure washer to clean the inside of the spray tank with this solution.
Take care to wash all parts of the tank, including the inside top surface. If a
pressure washer is not available, completely fill the sprayer with the cleaning
solution to ensure contact of the cleaning solution with all internal surfaces of the
tank and plumbing. Start agitation in the sprayer and thoroughly recirculate the
cleaning solution for at least 15 minutes. All visible deposits must be removed
from the spraying system.
4. Flush hoses, spray lines, and nozzles for at least 1 minute with the cleaning
solution.
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5. Dispose of rinsate from steps 1-3 in an appropriate manner.
6. Repeat steps 2-5.
7. Remove nozzles, screens, and strainers and clean separately in the ammonia
solution after completing the above procedures.
8. Rinse the complete spraying system with clean water.
MIXING PROCEDURES
Refer to the Crop Use Directions section of this label for recommended tank mixes.
Always refer to labels of other pesticide products for mixing directions and precautions
which may differ from those outlined here. Use in accordance with the most restrictive
of label limitations and precautions. No label dosage rates can be exceeded. This
product cannot be mixed with any product containing a label prohibition against such
mixing. Do not tank mix Mesotrione 50WG with any other insecticide, fungicide,
fertilizer solution, or adjuvant not recommended on the label without testing
compatibility, as poor mixing may result. It is recommended that the compatibility of any
tank mix combination be tested on a small scale such as a jar test before actual tank
mixing.
Follow the mixing instructions for adding Mesotrione 50WG to the spray tank:
1. Only use sprayers in good running condition with good agitation. Ensure the
sprayer is cleaned according to instructions on label of the product used prior to
Mesotrione 50WG. For postemergence applications, use only clean water for the
spray solution. Ensure that all in-line strainer and nozzle screens in the sprayer
are 50-mesh or coarser. Avoid using screens finer than 50-mesh.
2. Liquid fertilizer (excluding suspension fertilizers) may be used as the carrier for
preemergence applications.
3. Begin to fill sprayer tank or premix tank with clean water and engage agitator.
Agitation must be continued throughout the entire mixing and spraying
procedure.
4. When the sprayer or premix tank is half full of water, add AMS and agitate until
completely dispersed.
5. Next add Mesotrione 50WG slowly and agitate until completely dissolved. Wait
at least 1 minute after the last of the Mesotrione 50WG has been added to the
tank to allow for complete dispersion. A longer agitation period may be required
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to disperse Mesotrione 50WG when using cold water from sources such as deep
drilled wells.
6. If tank mixing, add the tank mix product next.
7. Finally, add adjuvant and UAN, if needed, and then continue to fill tank to desired
level with water.
CORN CROP USE DIRECTIONS
Mesotrione 50WG may be applied by ground for preemergence or postemergence
weed control in field corn, production seed field corn, field corn grown for silage, yellow
popcorn, and sweet corn. Mesotrione 50WG may also be applied aerially for
preemergence or postemergence weed control only in the following states: Alabama,
Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,
Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma,
South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas. Refer to seed company instructions for use on
field corn inbred lines. Special adjuvant restrictions must be followed for
postemergence applications of Mesotrione 50WG in yellow popcorn or sweet corn (see
the SPRAY ADDITIVES section of this label). Do not apply Mesotrione 50WG to white
popcorn or ornamental (Indian) corn.
Postemergence applications (after crop emergence) of Mesotrione 50WG may cause
crop bleaching in some yellow popcorn and sweet corn hybrids. Crop bleaching is
typically transitory and has no affect on final yield or quality. However, herbicide
sensitivity in yellow popcorn and sweet corn varies widely, and all yellow popcorn and
sweet corn hybrids have not been tested. Contact your popcorn or sweet corn
company, Fieldman, or University Specialist about hybrid recommendations before
making a postemergence application of Mesotrione 50WG to yellow popcorn or sweet
corn. Do not include nitrogen based adjuvants (UAN or AMS) when making
postemergence applications of Mesotrione 50WG to yellow popcorn or sweet corn.
Temporary crop response (transient bleaching) from postemergence applications to
field corn may occur under extreme weather conditions or when the crop is suffering
from stress. Field corn quickly outgrows these effects and develops normally.
Do not apply more than a total of 7.7 oz (0.24 lb mesotrione active ingredient) of
Mesotrione 50WG per acre per year. Do not make more than 2 applications of
Mesotrione 50WG per year. Do not exceed 6.0 oz (0.188 lb ai/A) in a single
postemergence application. Do not make the second application of Mesotrione 50WG
within 14 days of the first application.
Apply Mesotrione 50WG for the control of broadleaf and grass weeds listed in Tables 1
and 2. Corn may be treated up to 30 inches tall or up to the 8-leaf stage of corn growth.
Do not feed or harvest forage, grain, or stover within 45 days after application.
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MESOTRIONE 50WG USED ALONE POSTEMERGENCE
Apply Mesotrione 50WG alone at 2.5-6.0 oz/A per application. Use the higher rate for
extended residual weed control. Always add an appropriate adjuvant to the spray tank
(see the SPRAY ADDITIVES section of this label).
For best results, apply Mesotrione 50WG to actively growing weeds. For a list of weeds
controlled see Table 1. Susceptible weeds which emerge soon after application of
Mesotrione 50WG may be controlled after they absorb the herbicide from the soil.
Mesotrione 50WG will not control most grass weeds.
Two postemergence applications of Mesotrione 50WG may be made with the following
restrictions.
x Only one postemergence application may be made if Mesotrione 50WG has been
applied preemergence. Do not exceed a total of two applications per year.
x Do not exceed a total of 7.7 oz/A (0.24 lb ai/A) of Mesotrione 50WG per year.
x Do not make the second application within 14 days of the first application.
x Application of Mesotrione 50WG at rates less than 3.0 oz/A (0.094 lb ai/A)
postemergence may result in incomplete weed control and loss of residual control.
x Do not exceed a total of 6.0 oz/A (0.19 lb ai/A) for all postemergence applications.
x If Mesotrione 50WG is applied postemergence to ground that received a
preemergence application of an HPPD inhibiting herbicide, atrazine must be tank
mixed with Mesotrione 50WG, or use a herbicide with an alternate mode of action
that is active on the target species in areas where the use of triazines is not
appropriate.
x If atrazine is mixed with Mesotrione 50WG, do not apply to corn that is more than 12
inches in height.
x Corn may be treated up to 30 inches tall or up to the 8-leaf stage of corn growth. Do
not harvest forage, grain, or stover within 45 days after application.
MESOTRIONE 50WG USED ALONE PREEMERGENCE
Apply Mesotrione 50WG alone at 6.0-7.7 oz/A (0.188-0.24 lb ai/A) by ground sprayers
in a spray volume of 10-30 gal of water (up to 80 gal if applied with liquid fertilizers) per
acre for broadleaf weed control. For a list of weeds controlled, refer to Table 2.
Mesotrione 50WG may be tank mixed with preemergence grass herbicides for grass
control. Refer to the tank mix section for a list of partners.
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MESOTRIONE 50WG COMBINATIONS POSTEMERGENCE
Apply Mesotrione 50WG at a rate of 2.5-6.0 oz/A (0.078-0.188 lb ai/A) per application.
Always add an appropriate adjuvant to the spray tank (see the SPRAY ADDITIVES
section of this label). Refer to individual product labels for precautionary statements,
restrictions, rates, approved uses, and a list of weeds controlled. Not all of the tank mix
pesticides listed are registered for field corn, yellow popcorn, or sweet corn.
Table 3. Mesotrione 50WG Tank Mixtures for Postemergence Application in Corn
Tank-Mix Partners
1 Directions
AAtrex® 4L
AAtrex® Nine-O®
x Refer to Table 1 on this label for application rates and
weeds controlled.
Accent®
Accent® Q
x Use this mixture for additional grass control. Refer to
product label for list of weeds controlled.
Basagran® x Use this mixture for additional broadleaf weed control.
Refer to product label for list of weeds controlled.
Basis® Blend x Use this mixture for additional weed control.
Bicep II Magnum®
Bicep Lite II
Magnum®
Cinch®
Cinch® ATZ
Cinch® ATZ Lite
x When using these tank mixtures, it is recommended to
leave the nitrogen based adjuvant (UAN or AMS) out of the
mixture or apply as a post-directed spray to minimize
contact with crop foliage.
x To further reduce the risk of crop injury, the user may also
leave out the crop oil concentrate (COC), or replace it with
a nonionic surfactant (NIS).
x In all cases, the control of emerged weeds may be reduced
somewhat due to less than optimum adjuvant effect or
weed coverage.
Buctril®
Moxy®
x Use this mixture for additional broadleaf weed control.
x Add Buctril (2 lb/gal) or Moxy (2 lb/gal) at a rate up to 6 fl
oz/A.
x Add Buctril (4 lb/gal) at a rate up to 3 fl oz/A.
Expert® x For use only in glyphosate tolerant corn (e.g. Agrisure® GT,
Roundup Ready®).
x Application of this mixture to a corn hybrid that is not
glyphosate tolerant will result in crop death.
x Do not add urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) or methylated
seed oil (MSO) type adjuvants to this tank mixture or crop
injury may occur.
Liberty® x Use this tank mixture only on corn designated as
LibertyLink® or warranted as being tolerant to glufosinate.
x Application of this mixture to a corn hybrid that is not
glufosinate tolerant will result in severe crop injury or death.
x Do not use crop oil concentrate (COC) as an adjuvant for
this mixture or severe crop injury may occur.
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Tank-Mix Partners1 Directions
Lightning® x For use only on corn designated as Clearfield® corn or
warranted by BASF as being tolerant to Lightning
Herbicide.
x Application of this mixture to a corn hybrid that is not
Lightning tolerant will result in severe crop injury or death.
x Do not use a Methylated Seed Oil (MSO), or an MSO blend
with this mixture or severe crop injury may result.
Northstar® x Use this mixture for additional weed control. Refer to
product label for list of weeds controlled.
Peak® x Use this mixture for additional weed control. Refer to
product label for list of weeds controlled.
Spirit® x Use this mixture for additional weed control. Refer to
product label for list of weeds controlled.
Steadfast®
Steadfast® Q
x Use this mixture for additional weed control. Refer to
product label for list of weeds controlled.
Touchdown®
Roundup®
Abundit Extra
Solo glyphosate
products
x For use only in glyphosate tolerant corn (e.g. Agrisure GT,
Roundup Ready).
x Application of this mixture to a corn hybrid that is not
glyphosate tolerant will result in crop death.
x Add spray-grade ammonium sulfate (AMS) at a rate that
delivers 8.5-17.0 lb of AMS/100 gal of water.
x If the glyphosate product label calls for an adjuvant in
addition to AMS, add a non-ionic surfactant (NIS) at
0.25-0.5% v/v (1-2 qt/100 gal).
x Do not add urea ammonium nitrate (UAN), crop oil
concentrate (COC), or methylated seed oil (MSO) type
adjuvants to this tank mixture or crop injury may occur.
1Refer to individual product labels for precautionary statements, restrictions, rates,
approved uses, and a list of weeds controlled.
MESOTRIONE 50WG COMBINATIONS PREEMERGENCE
Mesotrione 50WG may be applied at a rate of 4.3-7.7 fl oz/A in tank mixture with other
registered herbicides (Table 4) for preemergence residual weed control. Refer to Table
2 for a list of weeds controlled by Mesotrione 50WG applied preemergence.
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Table 4. Callisto Tank Mixtures for Preemergence Application in Corn1
AAtrex Cinch® ATZ Lite Harness Xtra®
Breakfree NXT Degree® Harness Xtra® 5.6L
Breakfree NXT ATZ Degree Xtra® Keystone®
Breakfree NXT Lite Dual II Magnum® Keystone® LA
Bicep Lite II Magnum Expert Outlook®
Bicep II Magnum Fultime® Prowl®
Cinch® Guardsman Max“ Surpass® EC
Cinch® ATZ Harness® TopNotch®
1Refer to individual product labels for precautionary statements, restrictions, rates,
approved uses, and a list of weeds controlled.
Used in Combination with Preemergence Burndown Herbicides: Tank Mixed with
Abundit Extra, Gramoxone® Brands, Roundup Brands, Touchdown Brands,
and/or 2,4-D Preemergence
For improved broadleaf weed control with limited residual control prior to planting corn
and before corn emergence, apply Mesotrione 50WG at 2.5-3.0 oz/A in tank mixes with
Abundit Extra, Gramoxone brands, Roundup brands, Touchdown brands, and/or 2,4-D.
For greater residual control, use 4.3-7.7 oz/A of Mesotrione 50WG (see Table 2) with
the above products. Use the adjuvant system recommended by the burndown
herbicide. Refer to individual product labels for precautionary statements, restrictions,
rates, approved uses, and a list of weeds controlled.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
Pesticide Storage
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Do not store near seed, fertilizers, or
foodstuffs. Keep away from heat and flame.
Pesticide Disposal
Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an
approved waste disposal facility.
Container Handling [Plastic Containers]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or
equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: empty the remaining
contents into application equipment of a mix tank. And drain for 10 seconds after the
flow begins to drip. Fill the container ¼ full with water and recap. Shake for 10
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seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later
use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this
procedure two more times. Then, offer for recycling if available, or puncture and
dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by
state and local authorities.
Container Handling [Paper and Plastic Bags]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty bag
into application equipment. Then, offer for recycling if available, or dispose of empty
bag in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by state
and local authorities.
AAtrex®, AAtrex® Nine-O®, Agrisure®, Bicep II Magnum®, Bicep Lite II Magnum®,
Dual II Magnum®, , Expert®, Gramoxone®, Northstar®, Peak®, Spirit®, Touchdown®,
Warrior®, and the Syngenta logo are Trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company
Abundit Extra™, Accent®, Accent® Q, Asana®, Basis® Blend, Breakfree® NXT,
Breakfree® NXT ATZ, Breakfree® NXT Lite, Cinch®, Cinch® ATZ, Cinch® ATZ Lite,
Steadfast®, , Steadfast® Q trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
Buctril®, Ignite®, Ignite® 280 SL, Liberty®, and LibertyLink® trademarks of Bayer
CropScience
Basagran®, Clearfield®, Counter®, Guardsman Max®, Lightning®, Outlook®, and
Prowl® trademarks of BASF Corporation
Degree®, Degree Xtra®, Harness®, Harness® Xtra, Harness® Xtra 5.6L, Roundup®,
and Roundup Ready® trademarks of Monsanto Company
Fultime®, Keystone®, Keystone® LA, Lorsban®, Surpass® EC, and Topnotch®
trademarks of Dow AgroSciences
Moxy® trademark of Agriliance, LLC
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For non-emergency (e.g., current product information), call
Syngenta Crop Protection at 1-800-334-9481.
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Syngenta Crop Protection LLC
P. O. Box 18300
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419-8300
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[Base Label]
GROUP 27 HERBICIDE
Mesotrione 50WG
Herbicide
A Postemergence and Preemergence Herbicide for Control of Annual Broadleaf Weeds
in Field Corn, Production Seed Field Corn, Field Corn Grown for Silage, Yellow Popcorn
and Sweet Corn
Active Ingredient:
Mesotrione: (CAS No. 104206-82-8) ...................................................................... 50.0%
Other Ingredients: ................................................................................................... 50.0%
Total: 100.0%
Mesotrione 50WG formulated as a wettable granule (WG).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION
See additional precautionary statements, pesticide storage and disposal 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. No. 100-1349
EPA Est.
____ pounds
Net Weight
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Precautionary Statement 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 x Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20
minutes.
x Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then
continue rinsing eye.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If on skin or
clothing
x Take off contaminated clothing.
x Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If inhaled x Move person to fresh air.
x If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible.
x Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
If swallowed x Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment
advice.
x Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow.
x Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control
center or doctor.
x Do not give anything to an unconscious person.
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
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 wash water or rinsate.
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Surface Water Advisory
This product may contaminate water through drift of spray in wind. This product has a
high potential for runoff for several weeks 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/g32s contribution to surface water
contamination.
Pesticide Storage
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Do not store near seed, fertilizers, or
foodstuffs. Keep away from heat and flame.
Pesticide Disposal
Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an
approved waste disposal facility.
Container Handling [Plastic Containers]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or
equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: empty the remaining
contents into application equipment of a mix tank. And drain for 10 seconds after the
flow begins to drip. Fill the container ¼ full with water and recap. Shake for 10
seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later
use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this
procedure two more times. Then, offer for recycling if available, or puncture and
dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by
state and local authorities.
Container Handling [Paper and Plastic Bags]
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty bag
into application equipment. Then, offer for recycling if available, or dispose of empty
bag in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures approved by state
and local authorities.
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