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# ALFA-TOX INSECTICIDE

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

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Ms. Carolyn FlI.l!'lSf'Y 
Clhll-<'(>iqy CoIjlOration 
P.O. Pox lR300 
Grcpn,bnro, NC 27419 
Suh;('ct: l\n£'mlTl'nt!'l _. fl.'vlse p"r MilY 1. I1lS7 Conpn"!llf'n!'li \IP reI: 
Limit aerial application to hea'l l .. ttuce an:! tOll\:ltoes; 
Prohibi t uS(' on ham-hllrwstro cOITI..:>rciall y qro.m potatoes; 
~cify slIcculent peas am SWf!Ct corn only; 
~lpt(' alfalfa. clover, corn, am pir..:>s; 
l)->l ptf' ('manqer<'d species restrictions 
Revi 1:"'" ch{>ltliqation tlf'ad i ng 
P.evi!'lP re-entry !'ltatement 
Pec]lIrl' sol wnt M; inert 
1\1 fa-tox 
LPA ~q. flo. 10(\-472 
Ynur submission (htC'd r-bvPlTher 14. 191'8 
Th ... arrcml!l'nts referred to above, submitted in connection with a 
H'qistration uroer the Federal InRE'cticide, fungicide. aOO Jmenticiclc· 
Act. are a=eptable provide(] the following revisions are llI!de prior to 
release for shipment: 
1) The active ingredient should be declared as foll0W6: 
Diazinon [O,D-Diethyl D-(2-isq>ropyl-b-methyl-.t-pyrimidinyl) phosphorothioate] 
2) Revise the solvent footnote to: ·Co'ltains xyleM range araMtic solvent". 
It is Ilsst.IIT'€Jd that yo.! have not Chdnqed eol vents fran that previouslv 
declared. 
3) Md "Pecr-:mterded for Agrlet.ltural or CoImercial Uec Only" to the t.CJP 
of t~ front P1l"",J. BaAed upon the dilution rates (1.e., per 100 gallons) 
am the aerial use directions. this is clearly not a tUle<AoTler use ptWuct. 
4) In the ·Ceneral Informfttion" section, revise •••• and desirable trees •••• " 
to •••• am desirable orllalMntal trees, •••• , based upon your response 
to thP Groun('!watf'r ~ta call-In.

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

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Alfa-tox® 
Insecticide 
For control of insects on 
vegetables, small fruits, shade 
trees, ornamentals and flowers 
Five Gallons 
U.S. Standard Measure 
Active Ingredients: 
*Methoxychlor, technlc~i .......................... . 
Diazinon: O,O-diethyl O-(2-isopropyl-6-methyl-
4-pyrlmidin-yl) phosphocothioate .................. . 
Inert Ingredients:** 
Total: 
*Equivalcn_ to 17.6% 2,2-bis (p-~cthoxyphenyl)-l,l,l­
trichloroethane and 2.4% other l~omcrs and reaction 
products. 
**Contains xylene. 
Alfa-tox co~~ains 0.8 lb. of diazinon and 1.6 lbs. of 
metlloxychlor per gallon. 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 
CAUTION 
See additional precautionary statements 
left of container seam. 
See directions for use on panel at right. 
CIBA-GEIGY 
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100% 
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARRANTY 
IMPOR~ANT: Read the ent!re Directions for Use and the 
CondItions of Sale a~d Warranty before using this product. 
CondItIons of Sale and Warranty 
The Directions for Use of this p:oduct reflect the opinion 
of experts based on field use alld t2stS. The directions are 
believed to be reliable and should oe followed carefully. 
However, It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently 
associated wIth use of this product. Crop injury, ineffec­
tiveness, or other unintended consequences may result because 
of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other mate­
rials, or the mdnner of use or application all of which are 
beyond the control of CIBA-GEIGY or the Seller. All such 
risks shall be assumed by the Buyer. 
CIRA-GEIGY warrants that this product conforms to the chemical 
description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes 
referred to In the Directions for Use subject to the inherent 
risks referred to above. CIBA-GEIGY makes no other express or 
implied warranty of Fitness or Merchantability or any other 
express or Implied ·",arranty. In no case shall CIBA-GEIGY or the 
Seller be lIable for consequent~al, special, or indirect damages 
resultIng from the use or handling of thIS product. CIBA-GEIGY 
and the Selle~ offer this product, and the Buyer and user accept 
it, subject 1:0 the for.·going Conditions of Sale and Warranty, 
which may be varied only by agreement in wrItinJ signed by a 
duly a~thorlzed representative of CIBA-GEIGY. 
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General Information 
Alfa-toy. i~ dn emulsifiable solution which is to be diluted 
with water. ~hen ground application~ are to be made, dilute 
Alfa-tox with water according to the Directions for Use 
section. 
Alfa-tox is intended for use against insect pests of agricul­
tural crops and desirable trees, shrubs, and flowers. Alfa-tox 
should not be used in barns or dwellings. Do not use Alfa-tox 
on commercially grown potatoes which will be hand-harvested. 
Applications should be repeated as necessary to mainta1n 
control. 
Aerial Application 
Alfa-tox may be effect1vely applied by aircraft. Aerial appli­
cations may be made only to head lettuce and tomatoes. Refer to 
the specific crop al.d use under the Direct10ns for Use section 
for the rate and t1rr.ing of application. lolix the recommended 
amount of Alfa-tox in suff.cient water to apply a minimum of 
2 gals. of spray per acre. 
Observe the Precautionary Statements and all precautions on the 
label to avoid any effects to application personnel or crops. 
Flagmen and loaders should wash thoroughly after handling, 
before eating, and at the end of each day's operation. 
Avoid appi1cation under conditions where uniform coverage cannot 
be obtained or where excessive spray dr1ft may occur. 
Do not blow spray lines or dump contents while in flight. 
Chemigation 
Do not apply th1~ product thrcugh any type of irrigation 
system. 
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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. 
No user shall permit the application of this product in such a 
manner as to dIrectly or indirectly expose workers or other 
persons except tllose knowingly involvpd in the application. The 
area being tre"ted must be vacated by unpt·otected persons. 
Do not enter treated areas without protective clothing until 
dusts have settled. Protective clothIng includes at least a hat 
or other SUItable head covering, a long-sleeved shirt and long­
legged trousers or a coverall type garment (all of a closely 
woven fabric) covering the body including arms and legs, socks 
and shoes. 
Because certain states may require more restrictive reentry 
Intervals for various crops treated WIth this product, consult 
your State Department of Agriculture for further information. 
Written or oral warnings must be given to workers who are 
expected to be In a treated area or In an area about to be 
treated with this product. Oral WarnltH1S must be given which 
Inform workers of areas or fields that :,ay not be entered with­
out specific protective clothing untIl :prays have dried and 
appropriate actions to take as described under Precautionary 
Statements at the end of this label. When oral warnings are 
given, warnIngs shall be giver. In a languagp customarily under­
,;tood by workers. Oral warnings must be given if there is 
rAason to believe that written warnings cannot be understood by 
workers. Written warnIngs must Include the follOWIng Informa­
tIon: "CAUTION. Area treated with Alfa-tox on (date of appli­
catIon). Do not enter without appropriate prGtectIve clothIng 
untIl sprays have dried. In case of accidental exposure, flush 
"yes WIth plenty of water, wash skIn WIth plenty of soap and 
w~tpr. Call a r)hy~iclan if Irritation p(~rr~l~;ts. Remov~ ~Qd. 
wash contamInated clothIng before reusA." • 
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I/? qts. rH'r 100 q,1i ,;. of water per ," re 'LC a tllm.,ugh c.·o·Jer 
'.pr,lY '"hpn In;;(>r·t~; flr~,t tlpppar. P('PP(lt ,lf1pllcatlon;..; at '-'&J-Q 
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Grapes 
Flea Beetles, Gr~pe Berry Moths, Grape Leaffolders, Grape Leaf 
Skeletonizers, Jap~nese Beetles, Leafhoppers, Pacific Mites, 
Rose Chafers: For Grape Berry Moths, ~pply as a postbloom cover 
,;pray and repeat 10 days later; make thIrd and fourth applica­
tions at 10 day Intervals if necessary. 
Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. 
Note: The Callfornia Department of Agricultllre has set a 
5-day reentry Interval for Diazinon on grapes. Five days should 
elapse between the tIme of application and the time a worker may 
enter the field to engage in any activity requiring substantial 
contact with treated foliage. When a mlxture of two or more 
organic phosphate pesticides is applied in combination, the 
interval should be prolonged by adding to the largest applicable 
interval an additional 50% of that interval. 
3trawberries 
Aphics, Flea Beetles, Spittlebugs, Strawberry Leaf Beetles, 
Strawberry Leafrollers, Strawberry Weevils, Twospotted Mites: 
Do not apply withIn 5 days of harvest. 
Veqetable Insects 
For control of the insects on the following creps, use 2 
gts. per acre in sufficient water for thorough coverage. 
treatment at first SIgn of insect infestatIon and repeat 
d~y intervals as infestation warrants. 
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at 7-10 
Rroccoli 
Aphids, Imported Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths, rlea Beetles: 
Do not apply WIthin 14 days cf harvest. 
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Do not apply WIthIn 7 d,IY" of harvest. : ••• :. 
C:,IU] iflower 
AphIdc;, Imporh'd Clbb"'lnwormc;, Diamondb~ck ~:0ths, 
Do not apply wlthin 7 dilYS of harvest. 
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Carrots 
Aphids, Leafhoppers: Do not apply within 10 days of harvest 
or 14 days if tops are used for food or feed. 
Collards 
Aphids, Corn Earworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles, Har­
lequin Cabbage Bugs, Imported Cabbageworms: Do not apply 
within 14 days of harvest. 
Sweet Corn 
Fall Armyworms, Flea Beetles, G=asshoppers, Japanese Beetles, 
Rose Chafers: Do not apply within 7 days of harvest. 
Cucumbers 
Aphids, Cucumber Beetles, Serpentine Leafminers, Thrips: 
not apply within 7 days of harvest. 
Kale 
Do 
Aphids, Corn Earworrns, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles, Har­
lequin Cabbage Bugs: Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. 
Lettuce 
Aphids, Dipterous Leafmlners, Leafhoppers: 
14 days of harve~t. 
Do not apply within 
Melons (Cantaloupes, Muskmelons, and Watermelons) 
Aphids, Cucumber Beetles, :.eafhoppers, Melon Worms, Mites, Ser­
pentine Leafminers, Thrips: Do not apply within 3 days of har­
vest. 
Peas (Succulent only) 
Aphids, Pea Weevils: 
or grazing. 
Do not apply within 7 days of harv~t..:. 
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Potato Beetles, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles:,,,;'af-, .. , 
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Radishes 
Aphids, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles: 
wIthin 10 days of harvest. 
Squash (Summer and Winter) 
Do not apply 
AphIds, Cucumber Beetles, Leafhoppers, Mites, Squash Vine 
Borers: Do not apply to winter squash withln 3 days, or 
summer squash withIn 10 days, of harvest. 
Tomatoes 
Aphids, Blister Beetles, Dipterous Leafminers, r~ll 
Flea Beetles, Japanese Beetles, Tomato Fruitwor~~: 
wlthin 1 day of harvest. 
Armyworms, 
Du not apply 
Turnlps 
Aphids, Dipterous Leafminers, Flea Beetles: Do not apply within 
10 days of harvest or 14 days If tops are to be used a5 food or 
:eed. 
foliage Insects 
?oses, Other Flowers, Most Shade Trees and Ornamentals 
~apanese Beetle Adults, Leafhoppers, Mealybugs, Aphids, Mites: 
/,pply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of water) per 
100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to all plant sur­
faces when lnsects first appear. Repeat as necessary. 
P.ndromeda, Azalea, Hawthorn, Oak, and Sycamore 
Lacebug: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of 
water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough COVer spray to all 
plant surfaces when small nymphs appear. Repeat as necessary. 
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Gypsy Moth, Tent C"terpillar, Elm Leaf Beetle, ... Jillow Lea:L.,,:, 
Beetle: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 l;';';als'. of 
w~ter) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cov~r:s~r6Y to ~ll , , 
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Holly, Boxwood, and Birch 
Leafminers: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. 
of water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to 
all plant surfaces in early to mid-May. Repeat in 10 days. 
Many Ornamentals and Shade Trees 
Oystershel1 Scale, Euonymus Scale, Pine Needle Scale, Juniper 
Scale: Apply 2 to 3 qts. (1 to 1 1/2 oz. per 1 1/2 gals. of 
water) per 100 gals. of water as a thorough cover spray to all 
plant surfaces when scale crawlers first appear. 
NOTE: If a mist blower is used, apply 2 gals. per 50 gals. of 
water as a general fJliar spray on flowers, shade trees, and 
ornamentals for control of the listed pests. Consult manufac­
~urer's directions for calibration and capacity recommendations 
making appropriate adjustments in accordance with these recom­
mendations. 
Storage and Disposal 
Store at temperatures above 32°F. Do not contaminate water, 
food, or feed by storage or disposal. Open dumping is pro­
hibited. 
Pesticide: Pesticide wastes are toxic. Improper disposal of 
excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of 
federal law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use 
according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or 
EnvIronmental Control Agency or the Hazardous Waste Representa­
tIve at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. 
Container: TrIple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for re­
cycling or reconditionIng, or puncture and dispose of in a 
sanitary landfill or by other approved state and local pro­
cedures. 
Precautionrtry Statements 
Hazards to Ilumans and Domestic Animals 
CAUTION 
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I h • •• c ot lng. Wa:;h tho~ou'Jhly wIth soap and water IIb1i .. r ••• 
h dl . 1 I •• an Ing. tI.1rnfu If :.wa lowed Inhaled, or absc.r~d • ••••• thr011r;h sk In. Avnid breathIng vapors or spray mIst. D.C'l·.·. 
not cont<1f""llndt-_1:' ! '-.-'0rJ or feed. R("!move contflmlnated clot~!rf'q 
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Statement of Practical Treatment 
Since Alfa-tox is a combination of diazinon, an organophos­
phate, and methoxychlor, a chlorinated hydrocarbon, the 
symptoms of poisoning will be related to the toxicity of 
both ingredients. 
If in eyes: Flush with plenty of water. 
tlon if irritation develops or persis~s. 
Get medical at ten-
:f on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get 
medlcal attention if irritation develops or perSists. 
If swallowed: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Call a physician or 
pOlson control center immediately. Do not give anything by 
mouth to an unconscious person. 
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial 
respiration, if necessary, to maintain breathing. (Do not 
give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if exposure is due to 
swallowing). Get medical attention. 
Note to Physician: Atropine is antidotal for organic phos­
phate poisoning and should be given intravenously in rel­
atively large amounts, 2-4 mg (1/30 to 1/15 grain) at 5 to 
10 minute Intervals until the patient is atropinized. 2-PAM 
may be given in severe cases. Give supportive therapy as 
needed. Lavage stomach if Ingested. Solvent may present 
aspiration hazard. 
Environmental Hazards 
This product IS toxic to fisr. and wildlife. Birds feeding 
on treated areas may be killed. Do not apply when weather 
conditions favor drift from areas treated. Do not contam­
inate any body of water by direct application, cleaning of 
equipment, or disposal of wastes and containers. 
~his pestiCide is hi~nly tOXIC to bees exposed to direct 
treatment or to residues remaining on the treated area.' • •••••• Do not apply when bees are actively visiting the crop, • 
cover crop, or weeds bl:>omlng in the treatment area. : ••• :. 
Applications should be timed to provide the max~~~:pos~ 
sible interval between treatment and the next poiri·o. of • 
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Physical or Chemical Hazards 
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Alfa-tox® trademark of CIBA-GEIGY 
EPA Reg. No. 100-412 
EPA Est. 
~l988 CIBA-GEIGY Corporation 
Agricultural Division 
CIBA-GEIGY Corporation 
P. o. Box 18300 
Greensboro, North Carolina 27419 
CGA 16L2S 
(LABELS-A.1 - ALFA-TOX/F2) 
June 30, 1982 
Revised November 24, 1982 
Revised August 6, 1986 
Updated Storage & Disposal 
Revised January 11, 1988 
(chemigation, endangered 
species) 
Revised September 12, 1ge8 
End. spp., changed chern 
name, deleted xylene from 
active i~gredients, de­
:~ted crops not supported 
under May 1, 1987, EPA 
Data Call-In. Added 
Farm Worker Safety State­
ments (PR Notice 83-2), 
deleted Pine use per 
Ground Water Data 2all-In. 
Revised November 11, 1988 
Deleted aerial use - corn, 
changed chemical name back 
to original, added Ibs., 
added "Do not use Alfa-tox 
on co~mercially grown 
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