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# REGENT 1.5G INSECTICIDE

- EPA Reg No: **7969-206**
- Registrant: BASF AGRICULTURAL SOLUTIONS US, LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Fipronil (1.5%)
- Label accepted: 2001-12-14
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000264-00555-20011214.pdf

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NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: 
__ x __ Registration 
____ Reregistration 
'..:~d",!" F~FRJ.., GIS amend8dl 
Name d:-ld Add:-ess c: R",;:strant (include ZIP Code): 
Jamin Huang 
Aventis Crop Science 
P.O. Box 12014 
2 T.W. Alexander Drive 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 
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N;J~Lter: 
264-555 
T~rm of Issuance: 
conditional 
DEC I 4 2001 
Nome of Festicide Product: 
Regent 1.5G 
Not.: Changes in labeling differing in substance from that accepted in connection with this registration must 
be submitted to and accepted by the Registration Division prior to use of the label in commerce. In Any 
correspondence on this product always refer to the above EPA registration number. 
On the basis of infcrmation furnished by the reglstran,-, the above named pesticide 1S hereby 
regist.ered/reregis,:ered under the Federal Insecticide, Fungi~ide a:1d Rodenticide Act. 
Registration 15 in no way to be corlstrued as an endorsement or recommendation of this produc'.: by the }I.gency. 
In order to protect health and the environment, the Administrator, on his motion, may at any time suspend or 
cancel the registration of a pesticide Hl accordance with U,e }I.ct. The acceptance of any name in connection 
with the registration of a product under this Act is :"lot to be cor.strued as giving the registrant a right to 
exclusive use of th'" name or to its use if it has b",er. cO';e:-ed by others. 
This product is conditionally registered, with an expiration 
date of Dec. 31, 2005, in accordance with FIFRA sec. 3 (c) (7) (A) 
provided that you: 
1. Submit the following studies: 
1. A ~ong term terrestrial field dissipation study for 
potential soil accumulation under agricultural field 
conditions. 
2. A long term magnitude of crop residues study. 
3. A surface water monitoring study of fipronil residues 
in small streams and other surface water bodies in areas 
of high use of fipronil on corn. A protocol for this 
study must be submitted within 90 days of the date of 
this registration notice. 
2. Make the following label changes: 
a. The label requirement that fipronil may not be applied 
to the same field in consecutive years will be deferred 
until after the agency has reviewed the studies 
specified above. 
S,g"HU'~:,A~P;; Off.C'~'v? 
Ma on J. Johfis~n, Jr ~ 
Product Manager 3 
Insecticide Branch 
Registration Division (7505C) 
EPA fo::-m 8570-6 
Date: 
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EPA Reg. No. 264-555 
b. The requirement that this product may not be applied in 
counties with endangered species will be deferred until 
after the agency has reviewed the studies specified above. 
c. Modify the Restricted Use Statement as follows: 
Restricted Use Pesticide 
Due to toxicity to aquatic invertebrates 
For retail sale to and use only by certified 
applicators or persons under their direct supervision, 
and only for those uses covered by the certified 
applicator's certification. 
d. Modify the. Environmental Hazards Statements as follows: 
This pesticide is toxic to birds, fish, and aquatic 
invertebrates. Do not apply directly to water, or to 
areas where surface water is present or to intertidal 
areas below the mean high water mark. Runoff from 
treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in 
neighboring areas. Cover, incorporate or clean up 
granules that are spilled. Do not contaminate water 
when disposing of equipment washwater or rinsate. 
e. Modify the second paragraph on page 3 as follows: 
Observe the following precautions when applying in the 
vicinity of aquatic areas: 
Do not apply within 20 yards of lakes, reservoirs, 
rivers, permanent streams, marshes, natural ponds, 
estuaries, commercial aquaculture facilities, or other 
bodies of water that convey water, ~o these areas. 
Protection of aquatic areas may be enhanced by 
maintaining all or a portion of this buffer in 
vegetative cover. 
f. Add the following under the heading Directions for Use: 
Restricted Use Pesticide 
g. Move the "symptoms of poisoning" to the first aid 
section. 
3. Submit two copies of the revised final printed label for 
the record. 
If these conditions are not complied with, the registration 
will be subject to cancellation in accordance with FIFRA sec. 
6(e). Your release for shipment of the product constitutes 
acceptance of these conditions. 
A stamped copy of the label is enclosed for your records. 
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RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 
DUE TO TOXICITY TO ESTUARINE INVERTEBRATES AND BIRDS 
For retail sale to and use only by Certified Applicators or persons under their direct supervision and only for those uses covered by the 
Certified licator's certification. 
REGENT® 1.5G Insecticide 
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 
Fiproni I: 5-a mi no-l-{2, 6·dich loro-4-{trifluoromethyl) phenyl)-4-{{1, R,S)-{trifluoromethyl)su lfinyl) 
-1-H-pyrazole-3·carbonitrile ............................................................................................................................................................. 1.5% 
INERTINGREDIENTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 98.5% 
Each pound of REGENT" 1.5G contains 0.015 pound olthe active ingredient fipronil. 
EPA Reg, No, 264-555 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
CAUTION 
EPA Est, No, 
For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 
For PRODUCT USE Information CaUl-888-AVENTIS (1-888-283-6847) 
FIRST AID 
IF SWAlLOWED: • Immediately call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
• Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. 
." <3 • Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. "'l! 0 
@5c;,~ "" • Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 
IF ON SKIN OR • Take off contaminated clothing. ~i;l -CLOTHING: 
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Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. '"' ... • 
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u w • can a ~_ison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Cl 
IF IN EYES: • Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. 
• Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. 
• call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
For MEDICAL Emergencies Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577. 
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Have ~ product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor o~ going for treatment. 
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: 
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There is no specific antidote. All treatment should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials 
other than this product may have occurred. 
GENERAL 
Contact a physician immediately in all cases of suspected poisoning. Transport patient to a physician or hospital immediately and SHOW A COPY OF 
THIS LABEL TO THE PHYSICIAN. If poisoning is suspected in animals, contact a veterinarian. 
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
HAZARDS TO HUMANS (& DOMESTIC ANIMALS) 
CAUTION 
Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with SCo,atl a,ld water after 
handling. 
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SYMPTOMS OF POISONING: In severe cases of overexposure by oral ingestion, lethargy. muscle tremors, and. in extreme cases, possibly convulsions, 
may occur. 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (pPE) 
Applicators and other handlers must wear long sleeved shirt and long pants, waterproof gloves, and shoes pius socks. 
FOllow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and maintaining Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), If no such instructions for washables, use 
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 
When handlers use closed systems. enclosed cabs. or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) 
for agricultural pesticides (40 CFR 170.240 (eI) (4-6)], the handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS. 
User Safety Recommendations 
Users should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. 
Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing, 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide is toxic to birds, fish, and other aquatic and estuarine invertebrates. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 
present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in neighboring 
areas. Cover, incorporate, or clean up granules that are spilled. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwater or rinsate. 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 
Read entire label before using this product. 
00 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 the restricted entry interval (REI) of 24 hours. 
PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact with anything that has 
been treated, such as plants, soil, or water, is coveralls over long sleeved shirt and long pants, waterproof gloves and chemical-resistant footwear plus 
socks. 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. 
STORAGE 
Do not store in or around the home. Store unused product in original container only, out of reach of children and animals. NEVER TRANSFER THIS 
PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER FOR STORAGE. 
P£STlCIDE DISPOSAl 
Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide is a violation of Federal law. 
Contamination with this product will render water, food or feed unfit for hUman or animal consumption. Wastes resulting from the use of this product 
may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 
IN CASE OF SPill 
Sweep up spilled granules, transfer to a marked container, and diSpose of wastes on site or at an approved waste disposal faCility. 
CONTAINER DISPOSAL 
NEVER REUSE EMPlY CONTAINERS. Completely empty container into application equipment. Then dispose of empty container in a sanitary landfill or 
by incineration, or if allowed by State and local authorities, by open burning. If container is burned, stay_out of smoke. 
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS 
When treating agricultural crops, granules lying on the soil surface in tum areas at row ends must be incorporated to remove possible hazard to birds 
and other wildlife. 
Make application only during the planting operation. Carefully calibrate granular application equipment to ensure accurate rate and placement. 
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-For use on conventional and conservation tillage corn. 
Runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic and estuarine organisms in adjacent aquatic and estuarine sites. Do not apply within 20 yards 
of lakes. reservoirs, rivers, permanent streams, marshes, natural ponds, estuaries, commercial aquaculture facilities, or other bodies of water that 
convey water to these areas. Protection of aquatic areas may be enhanced by maintaining all or a portion of this buffer in vegetative _cover. 
SPECIFIC USE DIRECTIONS 
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APPLICATION PESTS POUNDS OF REGENT" 1.5G 
TIMING CONTROLLED IN-FURROW APPLICATION DIRECTIONS 
At planting Northern, Western and 0.5 pound (8.0 oz.) per 1000 row leet In-Furrow: Apply the granules directly into the seed 
Mexican Corn for any row spacing. lurrow behind the planter shoe and ahead 01 the 
Rootworm larvae Do not apply more than 8.7 pounds 01 presswheel. 
Wireworms REGENT"1.5G per acre. Make one in·furrow application at planting time only. 
European Com Borer 
Grubs 
Seedcorn Maggot 
Thrips 
Do not apply to sweet com or popcorn 
Do not harvest within 90 days 01 application. 
Do not plant lealy vegetables within one month lollowing application. 
Do not plant root crops within five months following application. 
Do not plant small grains or other rotational crops within 12 months following application. 
RATES 
Use the lollowing chart to select the correct rate 01 REGENT" 1.5G rate per 1000 row leet and rate per acre. 
Row Spacing Row Feet/Acre Rate! 1000 It 
(Inch) (Ieet) (oz.l1000 It)' 
30 17,424 8 
36 14,520 8 
I 38 13.756 8 
40 13.068 8 
'OL = OUnces 01 REGENT" 1.5G. 
Do not apply on row spacing less than 30 inches. 
Do not apply more than 0.13 pound ailacre or 8. 7 pounds 01 REGENT" 1.5G per acre. 
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Rate! Acre 
(oz.lac)' 
8.7 
7.3 
6.9 
6.5

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 
Read the entire Directions for Use, Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and limitations of liability before using this product. If terms are not 
acceptable, return the unopened product container at once. 
By using this product, user or buyer accepts the following Condition~ Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability, 
. CONDITIONS: The directions for use of this product are believed to be adequate and should be followed carefully. However, it is impossible to eliminate 
all risks associated with the 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 application. all of which are beyond the control of Aventis CropScience. All 
such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer. 
DISClAIMER OF WARRANTIES: AVENTIS CRDPSCIENCE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEl. No agent of Aventis CropSeience is authorized to 
make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. AVENTIS CROPSCIENCE DISClAIMS ANY LIABILITY 
WHATSOEVER FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAl OR CONSEQUENTIAl DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT. 
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND All lOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE 
OR HANDliNG OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER IN ~,WARRMIIY, TORT,NEa.GMI.SJRJCTl1ABIJlYOROIflJMN.SIWlNOTEJalIDTHEPIMlASEPIlKIPAlD.OR 
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NET CONTENTS: 4 lBS, 1 OZ. 
Aventis CropSeience USA lP 
P.O. Box 12014,2 T.W. Alexander Drive 
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 
REGENT is a registered trademark of the Aventis Group. 
REGENT" 1.SG InsectiCide (pENDING) Submitted 7131/01 .