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# WILBUR-ELLIS MALATHION 8 SPRAY

- EPA Reg No: **2935-83**
- Registrant: WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Malathion  (NO INERT USE) (81.2%)
- Label accepted: 2004-08-19
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/002935-00083-20040819.pdf

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® Malathion 8 Spray 
WILBUR-ELLIS 
EPA Reg. No. 2935-83 
ORGANOPHOSPHATE 
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 
Malathion': O.O-dimethyl phosphorodithioate 
of diethyl mercaptosuccinate ................................ 81.2% 
INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................... 18.8% 
TOTAL .................................................................. 100.0% 
Contains Xylene Range Aromatic Solvent 
'This product contains 9.827 pounds of Malathion per gallon. 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
CAUTION 
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
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CAUTION: Harmful if swallowed. inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Causes eye irritation. Avoid breathing spray mist. Avoid 
contact with eyes, on skin. or clothing. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reaction in some individu-
als. 
FIRST AID 
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 do so by a poison control center or doctor. 
-Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 
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. 
If on skin -Take off contaminated clothing. 
or clothing: -Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. 
-Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
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 eye. 
-Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: This product contains an organophosphate that inhibits cholinesterase. Atropine is antidotal. 2-PAM may be 
effective as an adjunct to atropine. 
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment. 
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS: · (800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC (transportation and spills) 
· (800) 900-4044 Poison Control Center (human health) 
· (800) 345-4735 ASPCA (animal health)

Malathion 8 Snrav Safetv LabeL nane 2 of 3 
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 F on an EPA Chemical-resistance category selection chart. 
Applicators and other handlers must wear: A) Long-sleeved shirt; B) Long pants; C) Chemical-resistant gloves such as Barrier 
laminate, Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber orViton; D) Shoes plus socks. 
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot 
water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 
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Engineering Controls Statements: 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 140 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6), the handler PPE 
requirements may be reduced or modified as speCified in the WPS. 
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 
Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 
Remove clothing 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. 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide is toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates and aquatic life stages of amphibians. For Terrestrial uses, do not apply directly 
to water or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high·water mark. Drift and runoff may be 
hazardous to aquatic organisms in areas near the application site. 00 not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 
This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to 
drift to blooming crops or weeds if bees are visiting the treatment area. 
For aquatic uses, do not apply directly to water except as specified on this label. 
CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL HAZARDS 
Keep container closed and away from heat and open flame. Do not combine emulSifiable liquids with wettable powders in the same 
spray tank unless previous use of the materials being combined has proven them to be physically compatible. 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Read directions carefully. For any requirements 
speCific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation. 
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
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. 
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), 
notification to workers 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. 
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: A) Coveralls; B) Chemical-resistant gloves such as Barrier 
laminate, Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber or Viton; C) Shoes plus socks.

Malathion B Spray. Safety Label. page 3 of 3 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. 
2. PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste 
disposal facility. 
3. CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning. or puncture and dispose of in 
a sanitary landfill or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. 
4. STORAGE: Store in original container only and keep sealed. Store in closed storage areas. Use caution when moving, 
opening, closing or pouring. 
NOT FOR USE OR STORAGE IN OR AROUND HOME 
See Attached Use Label For Specific Crop Directions for Use 
WARRANTY STATEMENT: WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label 
thereof and is reasonably fit for purposes stated on such label only when used in accordance with directions under normal use ccndi­
tions. It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with use of this product. Crop injury, Ineffectiveness or other unintended 
consequences may result because of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials or the manner of use or applica~ 
tion. all of which are beyond the control of WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY. In no case shall WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY be liable for conse­
quential, special or indirect damages resulting from the use or handling of this product. All such risks shall be assumed by the Buyer. 
The exclusive remedy of any buyer or user of this product for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from or in any way arising 
from the use, handling or application of this product, whether in contract, warranty, tort, negligence, strict liability or otherwise, shall not 
exceed the purchase price paid for this product or at WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY'S election, the replacement of this product. WILBUR­
ELLIS COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABiliTY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY 
OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE. 
WilBUR-ELLIS Logo" and IDEAS TO GROW WITH"are trademarks of WILBUR-ELLIS Company 
In Case of Emergency, Call CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 
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Malathion 8 Spray 
ORGANOPHOSPHATE 
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 
Malalhion·: O,O-dimethyl phosphorodithioate 
01 dielhyl mercaptosuccinale ................................ 81.2% 
INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................... 18.8% 
TOTAL ........................... " ..................................... 100.0% 
Conlains Xylene Range Aromatic Solvent 
·This product contains 9.827 pounds 01 Malathion per gallon. 
EPA Reg. No. 2935-83 EPA Est. No. 2935-CA-01 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
CAUTION 
Observe Precautions on Container Label. 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
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Apply specified rate per acre in sufficient water to thoroughly cover plant surfaces with ground driven eqUipment or aircraft. When applied 
by air use a minimum 015 gallons 01 water per acre - by ground a minimum 01 10 gallons per acre. 
ALFALFA & CLOVER: ALFALFA WEEVIL LARVAE, APHIDS, ARMYWORMS, CLOVER LEAF WEEVIL, GRASSHOPPERS, LYGUS 
BUGS, PEA APHID, POTATO LEAFHOPPERS, SPIDER MITES, SPITILEBUG, SPOTIED ALFALFA APHID, VETCH BRUCHID, • use 1 
to 1·112 pints per acre. Use higher rate lor armyworm control. For hard to control insects, use up to 2 pints per acre. Apply to allalla in 
bloom only in the evening or early morning when bees are not working in the fields or are not hanging on the outside 01 hives. Do not apply 
within 7 days of harvest when using 2 pints per acre. The 2 pt. per acre use Is not registered In California. 
APRICOTS, AVOCADOS, CHERRIES, FIGS, NECTARINES, PEACHES and PECANS: Use 1 to 1·1/2 pints per 100 gallons 01 water to 
control APHIDS, THRIPS, SPIDER MITES, MEALYBUGS, CODLING MOTH, EYE·SPOTIED MOTH, PLUM CURCULlO, CHERRY FRUIT 
FLY, PEAR PSYLLA, SCALE CRAWLERS, LEAF ROLLERS and ORANGE TORTRIX. For control 01 DRIED FRUIT BEETLES and VIN· 
EGAR FLIES on figs apply 2·1/2 pints plus 1 to 2 gallons 01 unsullured molasses per acre. For SCALE on peaches apply to completion 01 
hatChing, about last 01 June. For CHERRY FRUIT FLY repeat applications every 10 days. Injury may occur in summer sprays to certain 
varieties of sweet cherries particularly in the Northwest and Iruit spotting may occur on nectarines. Do not apply within 3 days 01 harvest 
on cherries and figs; within 7 days on apricots, avocados, nectarines & peaches. No limitation on Pecans. 
BEETS, DANDELIONS, EGGPLANT, ENDIVE, GARLIC, LEEKS, PARSLEY, PARSNIPS, PEAS, PEPPERS, SALISFY, SHALLOTS, 
SPINACH, SWISS CHARD & WATERCRESS: Use 1/2 to 1 pint per acre to control APHIDS, SPIDER MITES, THRIPS, LEAFHOPPERS, 
ASPARAGUS BEETLE, PEA WEEVIL and MEXICAN BEAN BEETLE. Do not apply within 3 days 01 harvest on garlic, Eggplant, Leeks, 
Peas, Peppers and Shallots; within 7 days on Beets, Dandelions, Endive, Parsnips, Salsify, Swiss Chard, Spinach, Watercress and within 
21 days on Parsley. Do not leed or graze treated peas. 
BEANS: For the control 01 APHIDS, SPIDER MITES, THRIPS, LEAFHOPPERS, ASPARAGUS BEETLE, PEA WEEVIL and MEXICAN 
BEAN BEETLE use 1 to 1·1/2 pints per acre by ground or air application. Do not apply within 1 day 01 harvest. Do not leed or graze treated 
crop. 
BERRIES, CANEBERRIES (BLACKBERRIES, BOYSENBERRIES, DEWBERRIES, LOGANBERRIES and RASPBERRIES): Use 1·11 
2 to 2 pints per acre to control APHIDS, THRIPS, SPIDER MITES, WHITEFLIES, LEAFHOPPERS, ROSE SCALE, LYGUS BUGS, SPITILE· 
BUGS, LEAF ROLLERS, BACKHEADED FIREWORMS and STRAWBERRY ROOT WEEVIL. Do not apply within 1 day 01 harvest on 
Caneberries. 
CABBAGE, BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUTS, KALE, MUSTARD GREENS, TURNIPS: Use 1 to 2 pints per acre to control APHIDS, 
IMPORTED CABBAGEWORM & CABBAGE LOOPER. Do not apply within 7 days of harvest on Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Kale, 
Mustard Greens and within 3 days on Broccoli and Turnips. 
CELERY & CUCUMBERS: Use 1·112 pints per acre to control APHIDS, SPIDER MITES AND CUCUMBER BEETLE. Do not apply within 
7 days 01 harvest on Celery or within 1 day 01 harvest on Cucumbers.

Malathion 8 Spray, Use Booklet, page 2 of 3 5/& 
CITRUS: (GRAPEFRUIT, LEMONS, LIMES, ORANGES, TANGERINES, TANGELOS & KUMQUATS): Use 1 to 2 pints per 100 gallons 
of water to control APHIDS & SCALE CRAWLERS, Use 2-1/2 pints per 200 gallons of water to control THRIPS, Do not apply when trees 
are in bloom, Do not apply within 7 days of harvest 
COTTON: Use 1-4 pints per acre to control BOLLWEEVILS, COTTON APHID, LEAFHOPPERS, WHITE FLIES, COTTON LEAF PERFO­
RATOR, COTTON LEAFWORM, THRIPS and LYGUS BUGS, In California do not use more than 1 pint per acre, No time limitation, Do not 
feed or graze treated crop, 
GRAPES: Use 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 pints per acre to control GRAPE LEAFHOPPERS, MEALYBUGS and SPIDER MITES, Injury may occur to 
Ribier, lIalla, Cardinal and Almeria grape varieties when Malathion is applied after the clusters appear, Do not apply within 3 days of 
harvest 
LENTILS: Use 1 pint per acre to control APHIDS, Do not apply within 3 days of harvest Do not feed or graze treated crop, Malathion 8 
Spray Is not registered for use on Lentils In California, 
LETTUCE: Use 1 to 2 pints per acre to control APHIDS and LEAFHOPPERS, Do not apply within 7 days on Head Lettuce and within 14 
days on Leaf Lettuce, 
MUSHROOMS: Use 1-1/2 pints per 130 gallons of water per acre or 1-1/4 tbsp, in 3 gallons water per 1000 sq, ft, of bed to control SPIDER 
MITES, PHORID FLIES and SCIARID FLIES, Make thorough applications as soon after picking as possible, Repeat applications as 
necessary, usually twice a week, Do not apply within 1 day of picking, 
ONIONS: Use 1-1/2 pints per acre to control THRIPS, Do not apply within 3 days of harvest 
ORNAMENTALS: Use 1 pint per acre to control APHIDS, SPIDER MITES, WHITEFLY, MEALYBUGS, THRIPS and LEAFHOPPERS, Use 
1-1/3 pint per acre to control TENT CATERPILLAR, JUNIPER SCALE, FLETCHER SCALE, FLORIDA RED SCALE, PINE LEAF SCALE 
and OAK KERMES, Use 1-3/4 pint per acre to control MONTEREY PINE SCALE and SOFT SCALE, Repeat as necessary, To control 
listed scales - apply thorough full coverage spray at time scale crawlers have settled on foliage, Do not use on Boston, Maidenhair and 
Pteris Ferns and some species of Crassula, Malathion 8 Spray Is not registered for use on Ornamantals In California, 
PEPPERMINT & SPEARMINT: Use 1 pint per acre to control APHIDS, SPIDER MITES, FLEA BEETLE ADULTS and LEAFHOPPERS, 
Do not apply within 7 days of cutting, 
POTATOES & TOMATOES: Use 1 to 1-1/2 pints per acre to control APHIDS, LEAFHOPPERS, FALSE CHINCH BUG and SPIDER 
MITES, Do not apply within 1 day of harvest on Tomatoes and no limitation on Potatoes, California only: For the control of TOMATO 
FRUITWORM use 3-1/2 pints per acre on Tomatoes, When the 3-1/2 pint rate is used, do not apply within 5 days of harvest 
RADISH & HORSERADISH: For control of APHIDS, DIAMONDBACK MOTH, FLEA BEETLE, LEAFHOPPERS, Use 2 pints per acre, Do 
not apply within 7 days of harvest Malathion 8 Spray Is not registered for use on Radish and Horseradish In California, 
RICE: (Grain Form): Use 1-1/2 pints per acre to control RICE LEAF MINER, Make first application shortly after the first rice plants appear 
on the surface of the water, Do not apply within 7 days of harvest Broadcast use only over intermittently flooded areas, Application may 
not be made around bodies of water where fish or shellfish are grown andlor harvested commercially, 
SMALL GRAINS (BARLEY, OATS, RYE & WHEAT): Use 1-1/4 pints per acre to control APHIDS and ARMYWORMS, Do not apply within 
7 days of harvest 
For residual wall, floor and machinery spray in grain elevators, in treating truck beds, box cars and ships' holds before loading grain, apply 
3/4 gallon of Wilbur-Ellis Malathion 8 Spray per 25 gallons of water making thorough application, Betore applying spray, clean elevators 
and box cars thoroughly_ Remove and burn all sweepings and debris. When applying in ships' holds, wear protective clothing to minimize 
skin exposure, Wear a respirator approved by NIOSH for liquid malathion, 
Use only with adequate ventilation, After application, ventilate thoroughly before occupying enclosed cabs, 
SQUASH, PUMPKINS: For control of APHIDS, LEAFHOPPERS, PICKLEWORM, SPIDER MITES, CUCUMBER BEETLES, use 1-112 to 
1-3/4 pints per acre by ground or air application, Do not apply within 1 day of harvest on squash, Do not apply within 3 days of harvest on 
Pumpkin, Malathion 8 Spray Is not registered for use on pumpkins In California, 
WALNUTS: For control of APHIDS, MITES, WALNUT HUSK FLY, use 4 to 12-112 pints per acre, No time limitation, 
MOSQUITO CONTROL 
MOSQUITO LARVAE: Apply 8 fluid ounces per acre to standing water (intermittently flooded areas, stagnant water, temporary rain 
pools), Broadcast use only over intermittently flooded areas, Application may not be made around bodies of water where fish or shellfish 
are grown andlor harvested commerCially, 
ADULT MOSQUITO & FLY CONTROL: Apply 7,2 to 9,6 fluid ounces per acre for control of ADULT FLIES and MOSQUITOS, Repeat as 
necessary, Can be applied to alfalfa, clover, pasture and range grass, grass hay, grain crops (barley, oats, rye and wheat), beans, rice and 
nonagricultural lands, Do not apply within 7 days of harvest on grain crops (barley, oats, rye and wheat) and rice; 5 days of harvest on corn; 
1 day of harvest on beans, No time limitation on alfalfa, clover, pasture and range grass, grass and grass hay, Do not apply to alfalfa and 
clover in bloom, Do not use on seed alfalfa, Treat shubbery and vegetation where mosquitoes may result Shubbery and vegetation around 
stagnant pools, marshy areas, ponds and shorelines may be treated, Application may not be made around bodies of water where fish or 
shellfish are grown andlor harvested commercially, 
WILBUR-ELLIS MALATHION 8 SPRAY can be applied as a dilute or low volume spray, For low volume spray, apply 0,5 to 5 gallons of

Malathion 8 Spray, Use Booklet, page 3 of 3 
water per acre. For dilute recommendations. consult the label. 
Repeat applications should be made as necessary unless otherwise specified. 
Undiluted spray droplets of Malathion will permanently damage automobile paint. Cars should not be sprayed. If accidental exposure does 
occur, the car should be washed immediately. 
To be applied only by trained personnel of Public Health Organizations, Mosquito Abatement Districts, Public Mosquito Control Programs 
and Professional Pest Control Operators. 
WARRANTY STATEMENT 
WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label thereof and is reasonably fit for 
purposes stated on such label only when used in accordance with directions under normal use conditions. It is impossible to eliminate all 
risks inherently associated with use of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequencas may result because of 
such factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of 
WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY. In no case shall WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY be liable for consequential, special or Indirect damages resulting 
from the use or handling of this product. All such risks shall be assumed by the Buyer. The exclusive remedy of any buyer or user of this 
product for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from or in any way arising from the use, handling or application of this 
product, whether in contract, warranty, tort, negligence, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase prica paid for this product 
or at WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY'S election, the replacement of this product. WILBUR-ELLIS COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF 
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT 
AS STATED ABOVE. 
WILBUR-ELLIS Logo' and IDEAS TO GROWWITHoare trademarks of WILBUR-ELLIS Company 
In Case of Emergency, Call CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 
NET CONTENTS: 
Manufactured in U.S.A. by: 
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WIL IUI~ LLl t'5 
PO Box 16458 • Fresno CA 93755 
F-504