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# DUPONT RELIANCE STS HERBICIDE

- EPA Reg No: **352-584**
- Registrant: CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE, LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Thifensulfuron (9%); Chlorimuron (16%)
- Label accepted: 1997-05-06
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000352-00584-19970506.pdf

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"RELIANCE STS" HIGHLIGHTS 
• RELIANCE STS is available in a measurable 
form in containers-aswell as in premeasured 
2.0 ounce Soluble packS. .. . . 
• RELIANCE provides selective postemergence 
weed control in soybean varieties designated 
as "STS". 
• RELIANCE is applied at a rate of 0.5 ounce 
per acre. See Rate. 
• RELIANCE may be tank mixed with ASSURE 
II, or other products for increased weed 
control. 
• Inclyde a spray additive recommended in this 
label. See Spray Additives. 
• Include a nitrogen fertilizer (example: 2-4 
quarts of 28-0-0). See Spray Additives. 
• May be applied by ground (broadcast or band) 
or by air~ 
• For ground application, apply in 10-25 gallons 
of water at 25-60 psi. Use flat fan nozzles to 
optimize RELIANCE performance. 
.• Apply to actively growing weeds at the 
recommended sizes. See Rate. 
• Tank mix only with pesticides specified by this 
or other supplemental labeling. See Tank Mix 
Applications. 
• Certain environmental conditions,snch as cool 
and dry, or hot and humid weather, affect the 
performance of RELIANCE: See . 
Environmental Conditions. 
Consult label text for complete instructions. 
Always read and follow label directions for use. 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
Precautionary Statements .......... , ................ I 
. Directions For Use ...................................... 2 
Application Information ........................ 2 
When to Apply ....................................... 2 
Cultivation ............................................. 4 
Rate anci Weeds Controlled ...................... 2 
No TilIlConservation Till ......................... 2 
Spray Additives ..................................... 3 
Tank Mix Applications ............................. 3 
Mixing Instructions ................................... 3 
Application Equiprnlmt ... ::...................... 4 
Ground Application ............................... 4 
Aerial Application ................................. 4 
Environmental Conditions 
and Biological Activity .......... ~............... 4. 
Rotational Crop Guidelines ........ ::............... 4 
. . Sprayer Preparation and Cleanup ............. 5 
Spray Drift Management ......................... 5 
Important Precautions ............................. 6 
InfoanatiQn QnResistant Weeds ................. 6 
Storage and Disposal......... ............ ........... 6 
Notice of Warranty................................ 7

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Reliance™ STS® 
soybean herbicide 
Dry Flowable 
Active Ingredients: By Weight 
Thifensulfuron methyl 
Methyl 3-[[[[( 4-methoxy-6-methyl-l .3,5-
triazin-2-yl)aminojcarbonyljaminoj 
sulfonylj-2-thiophenecarboxylate 9.0% 
Chlorimuron Ethyl 
Ethyl 2-[[[[( 4-chloro-6-methoxypyrimidin-
2-yl,) aminojcarbonyljaminojsulfonylj-
benzoate 16.0% 
Inert Ingredients 75.0% 
TOTAL 100.0% 
EPA Reg. No. 352 - 584 
U.S. Patent No. 4,547,215, 4,481,029 &4,394,506' 
FOR USE ONLY ON SOYBEAN VARIETIES 
DESIGNATED AS "STS". 
• Application to soybean varieties not 
designated as "STS" will result in severe crop 
injury and/or yield loss. 
• DuPont will not warrant the safety of this 
treatment to seed saved from previous year's 
production (bin run seed). 
• These "STS" varieties must be purchased 
from an authorized seed supplier. 
• The "STS" designation indicates the soybean 
variety contains a proprietary trait that . 
enhances the soybean's natural tolerance to 
DuPont soybean sulfonylurea herbicides. 
Information on "STS" soybean varieties may 
be obtained from your seed supplier or 
DuPont representative. 
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
CAUTION 
. PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
HAZARDS TO HUMANS 
AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
Caution! May be harmful if absorbed through skin. 
Causes (moderate) eye injury (irritation). 
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash 
thoroughly with soap and water after handling. 
STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 
IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a 
physician if irritation persists. 
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get 
medical attention. . 
For medical emergencies involving this 
product, cal/ tal/-free 1-800-441-3637. 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 
Applicators and other handlers must wear: 
Long-sleeved shirt and long pants. 
Waterproof gloves. 
Shoes plus socks. 
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining 
PPE. If no such instructions for wasbables, use detergent 
and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other 
laundry. 
ENGINEERING CONTROL 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 [40 CFR part 170Sedion 170.240 (d)(4-6)], the 
handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as 
specified in the WPS. 
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 
USERS SHOULD: Wash hands before eating, 
drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the 
toilet. 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
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 waters.

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-DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violation offederallaw 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 anyrequirementSsi£tificto· your Siate oiTnbe, consolt· 
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 fanns, 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. 
PPE required for earlyentitlo treated areas thatis 
permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that 
involves contact with anything that has been treated, such 
as pJants? soil, or water, is: 
Coveralls. 
Waterproof Gloves 
Shoes plus socks. 
Cultivation 
A timely cultivation may be necessary to control suppressed 
weeds, weeds that were beyond the maximum size at the 
time of application, or weeds ~ihat emerge after an 
application of RELIANCE. 
Do not cultivate before, during, orwithin 7 days after the 
·application. Cultivation maydecrease weed control by 
pruning roots and placing the weed under stress. 
• The hesctime to cultivate is approximately 14 days after 
application. 
Rate and Weeds Controlled 
Apply RELIANCE STS at a rate of 0.5 ounce per acre or at 
a rate of one soluble pack per 4 acres for selective 
postemergenee broadleaf weed control. 
When applied as directed, RELIANCE will control the 
following weeds: 
Height (incbes) 
Weeds Controlled at A 22lication 
Annual SmartweedS 2-8 
Cocklebur 2-6 
Common Milkweed 
(above ground portion onl~) 2-6 
Common Ragweed 1-3 
Jimsonweed 2-5 
Larnb!9uarters 2-4 
Marestail 2-5 
Pigweed species 2-12 
Velvetleaf 2-6 
Wild Mustard u2 to 4" in dia. 
Wild Sunflower 2-8 
Height (roches) 
) APPLICATION INFORMATION Weeds SU22ressed* at A22lication 
Monningglory species DuPont REUANCE soybean herbicide is a convenient 
dispersible granule formulation which readily dissolves in water. 
. Make only one application of RELIANCE per season. 
When to Apply 
RELIANCE performs best when applied to small weeds a few 
weeks after planting. 
Timing to Crop Stage 
Entireleaf 1-2 
Ivyleaf 1-2 
Pitted 1-2 
Srnall6Qwer 
Tall ---- . 
Yellow nulSed e 
'" Weed suppression is a visual uction in weed competition (reduced 
-population, size, and/or vigor) as compared to an untreated area. Degree of 
control can be increased by treating weeds when actively growing and not 
. under stress. 
No- Till/Conservation Till 
• RELIANCE may be applied any time after the first 
trifoliate has opened but no later than 60 days before 
soybean maturity. 
Timing 10 Weeds 
~ __ RElJANc:~ lI\~y be used for postemerEenee weed control 
in no-till/conservation till operations. A bumdown treatment 
• Apply RELIANCE when weeds are young and actively 
growing (after the first trueh,aves bave expanded, but before 
the weeds exceed the size indicated in the table below). 
Applications made to weedslhat are in the cotyledon stage, 
larger than the size indicated, or to weeds under stress may 
result in unsatisfactory control. .. .. _. . 
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is recommended before planting. . 
RELIANCE may be used alone or tank mixed with 
postemergence grass herbicides such as DuPont ASSUREII 
Herbicide for total postemergence weed control. 
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Spray Additives 
Applications of RELIANCE must include a crop oil 
concenlIate and an ammonium nitrogen fertilizer. Refer to the 
00 Pont blllietin "Approved Adjuvants for Use with Du Pont ... 
Row crop and Cereal Herbicides" for a list of approved 
adjuvants and suggested ~se rates for .RE.LIANCE. 
Products that combine ammonium fertilizers with surfactants 
or crop oils must meet all of the surfactant/crop oil and 
ammonium nitrogen fertilizer requirements. 
REUANCE +100zof"Assure"Ilperacre 
Grass Size (Height) inches 
rhizome johnsongrass 10 - 24 
• Include a crop oil concenlIate with the tank mix of 
REUANCE and postemergence grass herbicides. Use the 
rate listed in the Soybean Spray Additives section. 
• RELIANCE may be tank mixed with other grass herbicides 
such as Poast Plus', Select', Fusion', or Fusilade' 2000. Read 
and follow label directions for any tank mix produCL 
Crop OilCi:/ncentrati-
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• Apply crop oil concenlIate at 8 pt per 100 gal of spray 
solution (1.0% v/v). -
• Use a good-quality, petroleum·based or methylated seed oil­
based crop oil concenlIate with at least 14% emulsifiers and 
80% oil. 
Ammonium Nitrogen Fertilizer 
In addition to a crop oil concenlIate, an ammonium nitrogen 
fertilizer 1s _required. 
• Use a high-quality, liquid nitrogen fertilizer such as 28-0-0 at 
a rate of 4-8 pt per acre, ora 10-34-0 at a rate of2-4 pt per 
acre. 
• Alternatively, a high-quality, sprayable grade of ammonium _ 
sulfate (21-0-0) may be used at arateo£;!-4lb per acre. . 
• Use the lower rate of fertilizer for spray volumes of less than 
15 gal peraere. 
TANK MIX APPLICATIONS 
RELIANCE AND 
POSTEMERGENCE GRASS HERBICIDES 
RELIANCE may be tank mixed with 
posternergence grass herbicides such as Ou Pont 
ASS~ II Herbicide. 
The types of grass present determine the amount of ASSURE II 
to be tank mixed with REUANCE. When applied as directed, 
a tank mix of RELIANCE and ASSURE II will control the 
following grasses: 
REUANCE +5 ozof"Assure"Il per acre 
Grass ~ize (Height) inches 
Volunteer Com 6 - 18 
Shattercane 6 -12 
Giant Foxtail 2 - 4 (pretiller) 
Seedling Johnsongrass 2-8 
REUANCE + 70z of "Assure "II per acre 
Grass . . Size(H eight) inches 
Giant Foxtail 4 - 8 
Wild Proso Millet 2 - 6 
REUANCE +8 oz of "Assure "II per acre 
Grass ..... -. - Size (Height) inches 
Fall Panicum 2 - 6 
Green Foxtail 2-4 
Bristly Foxtail 2-4 
Field Sandbur 2.6 
Volunteer Cereals 2-6 
Witchgrass 2.6 
Wild Oat 2-6 
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activity of the grass hemicide. The broadleaf activity of 
RELIANCE will nat be affected. . .. . . 
• For best results apply RELIANCE either 7 days before or I 
day after the grass herbicide. Refer to the grass herbicide label 
for precautions and specific use information. 
RELIANCE + Cobra' 
Waterhemp and Nightshade 
Tank Mix PrecauihJns 
Do not tank mix REUANCE with any other pesticide or spray 
adjuvant except as specified on this or other supplemental 
labeling. 
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS 
1. Fill the tank 114 to l/3 full of water. 
2. While agitating, add the required amount of RELIANCE. 
3. Continue agitation untIl the RELIANCE is fully dispersed, at 
least 5 minutes. 
4. REUANCE should he thoroughJy mixed with water in 
the spray tank hefore adding any other material. As the 
tank is filling, add the required spray adjuvants (Crop Oil 
Concentrate. nonionic surfactant, liquid nitrogen fertilizer, or 
ammonium sulfate). 
5. If the mixture is not continuously agitated, settling will occur. 
If settling occurs, thoroughly re-agitate before using. 
6. Apply RELIANCE spray pieparaliori:wlthin 24houfS of 
mixing toavoid product degradation. 
7_If the mixture bas serrIed, thoroughly reagitate before using. 
8. If REUANCE and a tank mix partner are to be applied in 
_ mui1iple loads, pre-slurry the REUANCE in clean water prior 
to ad~in~to the taI]k. This :vii) p,:,ventthe tank mix partner 
from mterrenng WIth the dIssolutIOn of the RELIANCE.

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Additional Use and Handling Information for 
RELIANCE STS When Packaged in Water 
Soluble Packets 
Soluble Packs are contained in waterproof, resealable plastic 
bags, with plastic bags enclosed in a cardboard box. The 
individual Soluble Packs will dissolve completely in water. 
Open rhe outer resealaole plaitic bag, remove tli" requUed 
number of Soluble Packs for the application rate of one 2.0 
ounce Soluble Pack per 4 treated acres and follow the mixing 
instructions above. 
Precautions: 
The outer reseal able plastic bag is NOT soluble in water. 
DO NOT place it in the spray tank. 
• Excessive handling of the packs, or exposure to moistnre, 
will cause breakage. 
• Do not touch the packs with wet hands or place them on wet 
surfaces. 
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• Prqtect unused Soluble Packs by resealing them in the 
resealable bag. 
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT 
Ground Application 
(See Also Spray Drift Management) 
Broadcast Application 
• Use a minimum of 10 gal water per acre. 
Under heavy weed pressure or dense crop foliage, increase 
minimum spray volume to 15-25 gal peiacre. 
Use flat fan nozzles at 25-60 psi for RELIANCE 
applications. 
Do not use flood, rain drop, whirl chamber, or controlled 
droplet applicator (CDA) type nozzles. Unacceptable crop 
injury, excessive spray drift, or poor weed control may result 
For proper spray coverage adjust the boom and nozzle height 
according to the specifications listed by rhe nozzle 
manufactnrer. 
Band Application 
Because band applicators spray a narrower area than 
broadcast applicators, use proportionately less spray solution 
for band applications. . 
Carefully calibrate the band applicator to not exceed rhe 
labeled rate. 
Flat fan nozzles are recommended. 
Carefully follow rhe nozzle manufacturer's instructions for 
nozzle orientation, distance of tile nozzles from the crop arid 
weeds, spray volumes, calibration, and spray pressure for 
band applications. 
For additional information on rOW banders, see DuPont 
bulletin, "Application Accuracy - Row Banders." 
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Aerial Application 
(See Also Spray Drift Management) 
Use nozzle types and arrangements that will provide for 
optimum spray distribution and maximum coverage at 
5 to 10 GPA. 
Do not apply during aterIlperature-inversion 
condition, when winds are gusty, or when other 
conditions will favor poor coverage and/or off­
target spray movement. 
Use a minimum of 5 gallons of water per acre. 
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 
AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY 
RELIANCE rapidly inhibits the growth of susceptible 
weeds. Leaves of susceptible plants yellow 3-5 days after 
application, followed. in controlled plants, by the death of 
the growing point RELIANCE will provide complete 
control of susceptible weeds in 7-21 days. Suppressed plants 
may remain green but will be stunted and noncompetitive. 
RELIANCE will provide best results when applied to 
young, actively growing weeds_ Degree of control 
depends on: weed spectrum; weed size (if weeds are 
large, use higher spray volume); growing conditions at 
and following treatment; soil moisture; precipitation; 
and spray adjuvants. Treating weeds under stress or large 
weeds may reSult in only parna! control. Stress may be 
caused by: 
• abnormal weather (hot or cold) 
mechanical injury frpmcultivatiQn 
drought 
water-saturated soil 
• disease 
insect injury 
prior herbicide injury 
Stre$S affects som~ weeds, such as pigweed, more than others. 
Delay application until stress passes and weeds start to grow 
again. 
Severe stress (drought, disease, insect damage, or nulrient 
deficiency stich as iron chlorosis) following application may 
also result in poor weed control. . 
Do not apply RELIANCE if rain is expected within 
1 hour or weed control may decrease.

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. ROTATIONAL CROP GUIDELINES 
The following rotational intervals mustbe observedwoen 
using RELIANCE on STS soybeans: . .. 
SPRAYER PREPARATION AND CLEANUP 
Pnor to application of R:ELLllic:E, st.rtwitl! cl~an: w~ll 
. inainwned application equipment I!1lIlidiately following 
Crop application, thoroughly clean all application equipment 
Postponing action, even for a few hours, only makes effective Rotational Interval In· Months 
Soybeans cleanup more difficult Failure to clean spraying equipment 
Cereal Grains thoroughly may result in injury to subsequently sprayed crops. 
Anytime 
Pasture Grasses When spraying multiple loads of RELIANCE over an extended 
(such as Fescue and Ryegrnss) 3 period of time, rinse the equipment with clean water at the end 
Peanut 6 of the day. Leave water in the equipment overnight to prevent 
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Alfalfa When applications of RELIANCE are completed and prior to 
Clover 
Cotton 
Cucumber 
Dry Beans 
Field Corn"" 
Kidney )l~ns 
Peas 
Popcorn 
Pumpkin 
Rice 
Snap Beans 
Sorghum 
Sunflower 
Sweet Corn" 
Tobacco (transplant) 
Tomato (fransplant) 
Watermelon 
Cabbage 
Canola (Rapeseed) 
Flax 
Lentils 
Mustard 
Carrots 
Onions 
Potatoes 
Sugar Beets 
Any Crop Not Listed 
9" 
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* If applied after August I, extend rotational crop intervals for a 
crops currently listed at 9 months to I] months. 
**The term Ilfield Com" is defined to include only that _com grown 
for grain or silage or tor seed com relative to the-Rotational Crop 
Guidelines section oftflis label. 
+ Rotational crop intervals are for processing Sweet Corn varieties 
only. The rotational crop interval for other Sweet C~m varieties 
is 18 months. 
using the. sprayer and associated eguil'ment for other products or 
for crops other than soybeans, thoroughly clean the equipment 
using the procedure below. 
STEP 1. Drainspray equipment Thorooghly rinse spraye~, and 
flUSh hoses, boom l!lld nOZZles with clean water. 
Loosen and physically remove visible deposits. 
STEP 2. Fin thesprayer With dean Water and add hOl!$OhoJd 
... anunonia(one gallon of3% active for every 100 
gallons of water) or correct amount of a DuPont 
approved cleaner*. Flush hoses, boom and nozzles. 
Tum off the boom and top off the tank with clean 
water. C"rrcula.te through the spraying System for 15 
minutes. Flush the hoSes, bo<:>m and nozzles with the 
Cleaning sOlution. Drain iIie tank.· .. 
. STEP 3. Remove and clean nozzle, screens and strainers in a 
bucket of fresh cleaner and water. 
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STEP 4. Repeat STEP 2. 
STEp· 5. Thoroughly rinse the sprayer, hoses, boom and nozzles 
. with clean water, several times. 
Clean alr other associated appliCation equipment Take all 
necessary safety precautions when cleaning equipment Do not 
clean near wells, water sources or near desirable vegetation. 
Dispose of waste rinse wattr in accordance with local 
regulations. 
'" For additional infonnation on sprayer cleanup and a listing of DoPont­
approved c~eaners. see DuPont ~~netin "A G~ide To Application 
Equip~ent Cleanout For DuPont S!llfonyl~rea Herbicides".

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SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT 
The interaction ofniarWeqiJipment arid weather-related factors 
determines the potential for spray drift. The applicator is 
responsible for considering all these factors when making 
application decisions. . -
AVOIDING SPRAY DRlFf IS TIlE RESPONSIBlLITY OF 
TIlE APPLICATOR. 
IMPORTANCE OF DROPLET SIZE 
The most effective way ioreduce drift potential is to apply large 
Note: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Every 
applicator should be familiar with local wind patterns and how 
they affect spray dilti. _. . . . -
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 
When making applications inhot anddry conditions, set up 
-equipment to produce largercti6pleiS-to reduce effects of -­
evaporation. 
TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS 
droplets (>150 - 200 mlCrons). The best drift management Drift potential is high during a temperature inversion. 
strategy is to apply the largest droplets that provrde sufficient TemperatUre inverSioils restiicfvertiChl air mixing, which causes 
coverage and control. The presence of sensitive species nearby, small suspended droplets to remain dose to the ground and 
the environmental conditions, arid pest pressure may affecthow move laterally in a concentrated cloud. Temperature inversions 
an applicator balances drift control and coverage. APPLYING are characterized by increasing temperature with altitude and are 
LARGER DROPLETS REDUCES DlUFfPOTEN11AL, BUT commonOfi nights with limited doud cover and light to no 
WILL NOT PREVENT DRlFf IF APPLICATIONS ARE wind. They begin to form as the sun sets and often continue into 
MADE IMPROPERLY OR UNDER UNF:A YORABLE the moming. Their presence can be indicated by ground fog; 
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDIDONS! See Wind, however, if fog is not presen~ inversions can also be identified 
Ternpebiure and HuDliillti, afidT-eniperalUrefuversfOiiS --- -oylhe movement of smoke from a ground source or an aircrnft 
sections of this label. smoke generator. Smoke that layers and moves laterally in a 
Controlling Droplet Size - General Techniques 
• Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest 
practical spray volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows 
produce larger droplets. 
Pressure - Use the lower spray pressures recommended for 
the nozzle. Higher pressure reduces droplet size and does not 
improve canopy penetration. WHEN IDGHER FLOW 
RATES ARE NEEDED, USEAIDGHER-CAPAClTY· 
NOZZLE INSTEAD OF INCREASING PRESSURE. 
Nozzle Type - Use a nozzle type that is designed for the 
intended application. With most nozzle types, narrower spray 
angles produce larger droplets. Consider using low-drift 
nozzles. 
Controlling Droplet Size - Aircraft 
Number of Nozzles - Use the mirtimum number of nozzles 
with the highest flow rate that provide uniform coverage. 
Nozzle Orientation - Orienting nozzles so that the spray is 
emitted backwards, parallel to the airstream will produce 
larger droplets than other orientations. 
Nozzle Type - Solid stream nozzles (such as disc and core 
with swirl plate removed) oriented straight back produce 
larger-droplets than other nozzle types. 
Boom Length - The boom length should not exceed 3/4 of 
the wing or rotor length- longer booms increase drift 
potentiaL 
Application Height - Application more than 10 ft above the 
canopy increases the potential for spray drift 
BOOM HEIGHT 
Setting the bOOin at the lowest labeled heighi\if speCified) 
which provides uniform coverage reduces the exposure of 
droplets to evaporation and wind. For ground equipment, the 
boom should remain level with the crop and have minimal 
bounce. 
WIND 
Drift potential increases at wind speeds ofless than 3 mph (due 
to inversion potential) or more than 10 mph. However, many 
factors, including droplet size and equipment type determine 
drift potential at any giverlwind speed. AVOID GUSTY OR . 
WINDLESS CONDmONS. 
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concentrated cloud (under low wind conditions) indicates an 
inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly 
dissipates indicates good vertical air mixing. 
SHIELDED SPRAYERS 
Shielding the boom or individual nozzles can reduce the effects 
of wind. However, it is the responsibility of the applicator to 
verify that the shields are preventing drift and not interfering 
with uniform deposition-of the product 
AIR ASSISTED (AIR BLAST) 
FIELD CROP SPRAYERS 
Air assiSted field crop sprayers cany droplets to the target via a 
downward directed air stream.S()IDe may reduce the potential 
for drift, but if a sprayer is unsuitable for the application and/or 
set up improperly, high drift potential can result It is the 
responsibility of the applicator to determine that a sprayer is 
suitable for the intended application, is configured properly, and 
that drift is not occurring. -
Note: Air assisted field sprayers can affect product performance 
by affecting spray coverage and canopy penetration. Consult 
the application eqUipment section ·of this label to determine if 
use of an air assisted sprayer is recommended. 
AIR ASSISTED (AIR BLAST) 
TREE AND VINE SPRAYERS 
Air assistea tree and vine sprayeriCany droplets into the canopy 
of trees and vines via a radially or laterally directed air stream. 
These sprayers are not suitable for applying herbicides. 
In addition to the general drift management principles already 
described, the following specific practices will further reduce the 
potential for drift.: 
• Adjust deflectors and aiming devices so that spray is only 
directed into the canopy. 
Bfr.?fkr!.IfJgzl'!§!tsJ.ypi1Jl~cLngzz/e~ __ wb~!11h(!!g 1$ 00 ____ _____ _ 
overhanging canopy. -
Use only eTUJugh air volume to penetrate the canopy and 
provide good coverage. 
Do not aI/ow spray to go beyond the edge of the cultivated 
area .. SEray the outside row only from outside the planting.

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1MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 
Do not graze treated fields or harvest for forage or hay. 
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation 
equipment 
Injury to or loss of desirable trees or vegetation may result from 
failure to observe the following: 
• Do not apply RELIANCE-ordrain or flllsh equipment on or -
near desirable trees or other plants, on areas where their roots 
may extend, or in locations where the chemical may be 
washed or moved into contact with their roots. 
Do not use on lawns, walks, driveways, tennis courts or 
similar areas. 
Many crops are sensitive to RELIANCE. All direct or 
indirect contact (such as spray drift) with crops other than 
soybeans should be avoided. 
• Thoroughly clean all application equipment immediately after 
use ahd-prior to spraying crops other than soybeans. 
RELIANCE is for use only on soybean varieties 
designated as "STS". 
INFORMATION ON RESISTANT WEEDS 
When herbicides with the same mode of action are used 
repeatedly over several years to controL the same weed 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
Storage: Store product in original container only. Do not 
contaminate water, other pesticides, fertilizer, food or feed 
in storage. 
Product Disposal: Do not contaminate water, food or 
feed by disposal. Waste resulting from the use of this 
product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste 
disposal facility . 
Container Disposal: Triple rinse (or equivalent), then 
offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncrore and 
dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or, if 
allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If 
burned, stay out of smoke. 
Container Disposal (Water-soluble Packet Packaging): 
Do not reuse the outer box or the resealable plastic bag. 
When all water-soluble packets are used, the outer 
packaging should be clean and may be disposed of in a 
sanitary landfill or by incineration, or if allowed by state 
and local authorities, by open burning. If burned, stay out 
of smoke. If the resealable plastic bag contacts the 
formulated product in any way, the bag must be triple­
rinsed with clean water. Add the rinsate to the spray tank 
and dispose of the outer wrap as descrihed above. 
species in the same field, naroraIIy-occurring resistant weed Notice to Buyer: Purchase of this material does not 
biotypes may survive a correctly applied herbicide confer any rightsunder patents of countries outside of the 
treatment, propagate, and become dominant in that field. United States_ Use of this quantity of!"lrchased 
These resistant weedlllotypes may iiOroe adequati:Iy- - -- -RELIANCE STS soybean herbicideis permitted under claim 
controned. Culroral practices such as tillage, preventing 24 du.s. Patent 5,084,082. -
weed escapes from going to seed, and using herbicides with 
different modes of action within and between crop seasons 
can aid in delaying the proliferation and possible dominance 
of herbicide resistant weed biotypes. 
Integrated Pest Management 
DuPont recommends the use of Integrated Pest Management 
(!PM) programs to control pe.sts. This product may be used 
as part of an Integrated Pest Management (!PM) program 
which can include biological, culroral, and genetic practices 
aimed at preventing economic pest damage. AppliCation of­
this product should be based on !PM principles and 
practices Including field scouting or other detection 
methods, correct target pest identification, population 
monitoring, and treating when targetpestpopulaiions reach 
locally determined action thresholds. Consult your state 
cooperative extension service. professional consu-ltantS or 
other qualified authoriGes to determine appropriate action 
treatment threshold levels for treating specific pestlcrpl? or 
site systems in your area: 
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WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 
NOTICE: Read This Limitation ofWananty arid 
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. 
It is impossible to eliminate all risks associated wIth the·· 
use of this product. Such risks arise from weather 
conditions, soil factors, off target movement, 
unconventional farming techniques, presence of other 
materials, the manner of USc or application, or other 
unknown factors, all of which are beyond the control of 
DuPont. These risks can cause: ineffectiveness of the 
produc~ crop injury, or; injury to non-target crops or 
plants. 
DuPont does not agree to be an insurer of these risks. 
WHEN YOU BUY OR USE THIS PRODUCT, YOU 
AGRlill TO ACCEPT THESE RISKS. 
DuPont wanants that this product confonms to the 
chemical description on the label thereof and is 
reasonably fit for the purpose stated in the Directions for 
Use, subject to the inherent risks described above, when 
used in accordance with the Directions for Use under 
normal conditions. 
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MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER EXPRESS 
OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. 
IN NO EVENT SHALL DUPONT OR SELLER BE 
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, ~ 
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES . 
RESULTING FROMTHE USE OR HANDLING OF 
THIS PRODUCT. BUYER'S OR USER'S 
BARGAINED·FOR EXPECTATION IS CROP 
PROTECTION. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF 
THE USER OR BUYER AND THE EXCLUSIVE 
LIABILITY OF DUPONT OR SELLER, FOR ANY 
AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES OR 
DAMAGES (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON 
BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONTRACT, 
NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR STRICT LIABILITY). 
WHETHER FROMFAILtJRE TO PERFORM OR 
INJURY TO CROPS OR OTHER PLANTS, AND 
RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF 
THIS PRODUCT. SlIALL !lETHE RETURN OF TIfE­
PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE PRODUCT, OR-AT THE 
ELECTIONOFDU1'm,nJRSELLER.THE ~~ --­
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. 
DuPont or its Authorized Retailer must have prompt 
notice of any claim so that an immediate -inspection of 0 
buyers or users growing crops can be made. Buyer and 
all users shall promptly notify DuPont or a DuPont 
Authorized Retailer of any claims, whether based on 
contract~ negligence, strict liability, other tort or 
otherwise or be barred from any remedy. 
This Limitation of Warranty and Liability may ~noi be 
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© 1996 E. I.du Ponfde-Nemours and Company, AgricnItur:li Products, Wilmington, Delaware 19898 
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