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# DREXEL METHYL PARATHION 4E

- EPA Reg No: **19713-512**
- Registrant: DREXEL CHEMICAL COMPANY
- Signal word: Danger
- Active ingredients: Methyl parathion (43.1%)
- Label accepted: 1999-09-29
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/019713-00512-19990929.pdf

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NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: 
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Registration 
Reregistration 
Name and Address of Registrant (include ZIP COde): 
Drexel Chemical Company 
P.O. Box 13327. 
1700 Channel Avenue 
Memphis, TN 38113-0327 
EPA Reg. 
Numbe:" : 
19713-
512 
Term o! :ssuance: 
Date of Iss'Ja~~~: 
sa> 2 9 )999 
Conditional 
Name of Pesticide Product: 
Drexel Methyl 
Parathion 4E 
Not.: Changes in labeling differing in substance from that accepted in connection wit~ this tegistration must 
be submitted to and accepted by the Registration Division prior to use of the label In CQmQerce. In any 
correspondence on this product always refer to the above EPA registration number. ~ 
On t~e oaSIS o~ ~~f::7ation fJrnished Dy t~e regis:rant, the leOve na~ed pesticide 1S hereby 
reg:5,::<o:ed/rerec;:ste:-",:: under the federal ::1se:::ti:::de, Fungicide and ~.0denticide .;ct. 
r\egl,,::a:iDll ~5 :~ r.: ~'''.'j tC De construec as 3:-': e~,c:c:se~er.t or :e-::orr.rne:1ciition of tr,i.s product D'j the .!\ge::cy. 
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cance_ ::ne reg:s:rat::~ of " pestlclae In 3cc::rd3~ce Wlth the Ac:. T~e accept2:1Ce of any name 10 con~e:::~cn 
wltn :~e reglstratlC~ :f a product uncer t~:s Ac~ :5 nOt to De :::1str~ec as giv::19 :ne reglStra:1t a r:gh: to 
exc:_s:ve us~ "F [nE ~a~e or tc its use 1f L_ nas =een covered ~: others. 
This product is conditionally registered in accordance with 
F:FRA sec. 3(c) (7) (A) provided that you: 
1. Submit and/or cite all data required for registration of 
your product under FIFRA sec. 3(c) (5) when the Agency requires all 
registrants of similar products to submit such data; and submit 
acceptable responses required for reregistration of your product 
under FIFRA section 4. 
2. Make the following label changes before you release the 
product for shipment: 
a. Add the designation, "EPA Reg. No. 19713-512" 
b. The word, poison muse appear in red on a background of 
distinctly contrasting c~lor. 
As requested in your letter of September 27, 1999, the 
conditions of paragraph 8 ~_ the August 1999 Memorandum Of 
Agreement Between the Environmental Protection Agency and 
Signatory Registrants Regarding the Registration of Pesticide 
Products Containing Methyl Parathion (MOA) are accepted by the 
Agency as conditions of the subject registration. 
SiCJ~"L,,:..:[e cf .~.;::prov:r.; Offic~al: 
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EPA Reg. No. 19713-512 
As specified in paragraph 8(F) of the MOA, failure to comply 
with any of the conditions of registration set forth in Paragraph 
8 of the MOA shall be grounds for cancellation of the affected 
registration(s) under FIFRA section 6(e). 
3. Submit two copies of the revised final printed label 
before you release the product for shipment. 
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. 
Sincerely, 
~4.~ 
~arilyn A. Maucz 
Biologist 
Insecticide-Rodenticide Branch 
Registration Division (7504C)

RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 
Due to very high acute taxiclty to Humans and Birds 
For retail sale to and use only by certified applicator or persons under their direct supervision and only for those uS,es cove~ed _by the.certlfied applicator's 
certification. Direct supervision for this product is defined as the certified applicator being physically present dUring ~ppllc.atlon. r:n~xlng. loa~lI)g, repair 
and cleaning of application eqwpment Commercial certitied applicators must also ensure that all persons Involved In these actiVities are mformed or 
the precautionary statements • ACCEPTED 
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Methyl Parathion 4E 
Emulsifiable insecticide for controlling 
on the listed field and forage crops. 
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: 
Methy! parathion [O,O-Dimethyl-O­
(4-nitrophenyl)] phosphorothioate" 
Related compounds 
INERT INGREDIENTS:" 
TOTAL: 
'Contains Xylene Range Aromatic Solvents 
certain insects 
43.1% 
1.7% 
55.2% 
100.0% 
This prcrjuc! contains 4 pounds of M&!hyl para!Tlmn per gallon. 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
DANGER ~~ PELIGRO 
POISON :.~ VENENO 
Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se 101 explique 
a usted en detalle. (If you do not understand the label, find someone 
to explain it to you in detail,) 
EPA Reg. No_ 19713-(LRE) 
EPA Est. No. 19713-GA-1 Net Contents: 
FIRST AID 
This product contains an organophosphate and is a cho­
linesterase inhibitor. 
IF SWALLOWED: Cal! a physician or Poison Control Center. Drink 
1 or 2 glasses 'of water and induce vomiting by touching back 
of throat with finger. or, if available, by administering syrup of 
ipecac. Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an 
unconscious person. 
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, im­
mediately give artifiCial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. Get 
medical attention 
IF IN EYES: Flush with plenty of waler. Call a physician. 
IF ON SKIN: If material has been spilled On the skin, immedi· 
ately remove patient from the vicinity of the methyl parathion 
and wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention. 
CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IN ALL CASES OF SUSPECT~D 
POISONING. 
Note to Physician-Antidote: Administer atropine sulfate in large 
doses. 2 to 4 mg intravenously or intramuscularly as soon as 
cyanosis is overcome, Repeat at 5 to 15 minute intervals until 
signs of atropinization appear. 2-PAM chloride is also antidotal 
and may be administered in conjunction with atropine. Do not 
give morphine or tranquilizers. Methyl parathion is a strong cho­
linesterase inhibitor affecting the central peripheral nervous system 
and producing cardiac and respiratory depression. At first sign 
of p!..!lrr>onary edem-'3l, !he patient sholJld I)~ given !;urrlemenl<il 
oxygen and ireated symptomatically. Continued absorption of 
the poison may occur and fatal relapses have been reported after 
initial Improvement. Very close supervision of the patient is indicated 
for at least 48 hours. 
POISON SIGNS (Symptoms) 
Methyl parathion is a very dangerous poison. It rapidly enters t~e 
body on contact with all skin surfaces and eyes. Clothing wet With 
this material must be removed immediately, Exposed persons must 
receive prompt medical treatment or they may die 
Some of the signs and symptoms of pOisoning are: Headache, nau­
sea, vomiting, U3mps, weakness, blurred viSion. pin.point pupils, tightrtess 
in chest, laborer; breathing, nervousness, sweating, watering of eyes, 
drooling or froU:lng of mouth and nose, r..uscle spasms and co~a 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 
RETAILERS 
In addition to aily other required recorcs, restricted use pesiic:ce 
retailers must record at the time of sale ;he unique container 1C:::i"l­
tiflcation number on thiS label or contalr,er and the identity of ':;e 
purchaser of t~e container. 
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals 
DANGER 
CAN KILL YOU IF SWALLOWED: This product can kill you if swallowed 
even in small amounts: spray mist may be fatal if swallowed 
CAN KILL YOU BY SKIN CONTACT: This product can kill you If 
touched by hands or spilled or splashed on skin, in eyes or Ci, 
clothing (liqUid penetrates clothing) 
CAN KILL YOU IF BREATHED: This product can kill you if vapcrs 
or spray mist are breathed. 
See Antidote Statement and Other Warnmgs on Side Panel 
DURING AERIAL APPUCA TJON, HUMAN FlAGGERS ARE PRO­
HIBITED, 
The National Pesticide Telecommunication Network is available :or 
recommendations regarding poisoning management. emergency treatrT'er;t 
and other information regarding the tOXicity of methyl parathlc:1 
The toll free number for the National Pesticide Telecommunicatlcn 
Network is 1-800-858-7378. 
If handled mdoors provide mechanical exhaust ventilation. Keep all 
unprotected persons, children, livestock and pets away from treated 
area or where there is danger of drift. Do nat rub eyes or mouth 
with hands. If you feel Sick in any way, STOP work and get 
help right away, See First Aid section 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 
Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this pro<.:t..;::: _fe listed 
below. If you want more options. follow the instfl.!c.tinrs. lor cat­
egory G on an EPA chemical resistant category selection chart 
Applicators and other handlers must wear: Cove:'al!..::. 'ovE;>r long. 
sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-reSistant gIOI..!:",' such as 
Barrier laminate. Butyl rubber, Nilr;!p 'I't-b"!r or Viton" chemlcal­
resistant footwear plus socks, prot .... ctiv..; l;/ewear and chemical~ 
resistant apron when cleaning equipment, mixing or 10"ldinr 
For exposure outdoors, dusUmist fi),E:o'iol'::j ,E;spirator (MSr1rVNIOSH 
approval number prefix TC-21C), or a N'('SH appr'-'ved f,spirator 
with any R, P or HE filter. 
(Continued) 
ManufadLJled By _ 
Drexel Chemical Compl.'!'1Y 
po. BOX 13327, MEMPH!S. TN 3811~·r3?7 
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• 512SP·::999 
METHYL PARATHION 4E PaJE' ~f 3

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS (Cont;nuedl 
For exposure in enclosed ar"as, a respirator with an organic vapor 
removing cartridge with a prefilter ap'proved for pesticides (MSHAJ 
NIOSH approval number prefix TC-23Cj, or a canister approved for 
pesticides (MSHNNIOSH approval number TC-14Gj, or a NfOSH approved 
respirator with an organic vapor (OV) cartridge or canister with any 
R, P or HE prefilter. Respirators must be cleaned and filters replaced 
according to instructions included with the respirators. 
Oiscard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been 
drenched or heavily contaminated with this product's concentrate. 
Do not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning 
and maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for wash ables, use 
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from 
other laundry. 
Engineering controls statements: When handlers use closed sys-
tems, enclosed cabs or aircraft in a manner that meets the require-
ments listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for agricultural 
pestlcides [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: 1) Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, 
using tobacco or using the toilet. 2) Remove clothing immediately 
if pesticide gets inside. 3) Then wash thoroughly and put on clean 
clothing. 4) Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. 
5) Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 6) As soon as 
possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing 
E:NVfRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide is highly tOXIC to aquatic invertebrates. fish and wildlife 
Birds and shrimp may be killed at recommended application rates 
For terrestrial lJses. 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 and drift from target areas may be hazardous 
to aquatic organisms In adjacent aquatic sites. Do not contaminate 
water by clean:ng ef~dispG&a~ of equipment or disposal of equip­
ment washwat~;s 
This product is highly tOXIC to bees exposed (0 direct treatment or 
residues on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply thiS product or 
allow it to drilt :0 blooming crops or weeds If bees are Visiting the 
treatment area 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violatlc:-; af Federal law to use thiS product In any manner 
Inconsistent WI;;"! lis iabelrng 
RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigahon system. 
Read entire label Use strictly in accordance with precautionary statements 
and directions and with applicable State and Federal regulations. 
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 
This product may not be reformulated or used under a State Special 
Local Need Registration fo any uses not specified on this labeling. 
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
Use this prOduct only In accordance with its labeling and with 
the Worker ProtectIOn Standard, 40 CFR Part 170 This stan· 
dard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers 
on farms, forests. nurseries, greenhouses and handlers of agri­
cultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decon­
tamination, notification and emergency assistance. It also con­
tains specifiC instructlOns and exceptions pertaining to the statements 
on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE) and restricted 
entry intervals (REI). The requirements in this box only apply to 
uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Protection 
Standard. 
EaGR 48 Rebir REI is iAGreasea te 72 RaMS if"! e\JtQ9sF areas" Rere 
a 'erage ra R'all is less ti'laA 25 iRGi'les iF! a 'jear. Do not enter 
or allow work.er re-entry into treated area during the restricted 
entry intervals of 5 days in areas where average annual rainfaff 
is less than 25 inches a year and 4 days in areas where average 
annual rainfall is equal to or greater than 25 inches a year. Certi­
fied crop advisors or persons entering under their direct supervi­
SIOn under certain circumstances may be exempt from the early 
re-entry reqUirement pursuant to 40 CFR Part 170. 
Notify workers of the application by warning them orally and by 
postmg warning signs at the entrances to treated areas. PPE re­
quired 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, sailor water IS· 
Coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical­
resistant gloves. such as Barrier laminate, Butyl rubber, Nitrile 
rubber or Vlton. chemical-resistant footwear plus socks. protec­
tive eyewear and chemical-resistant headgear for overhead ex­
posure. 
REMOVAL OF PRODUCT FROM CONTAINER: This contamer is fit­
ted with MICRO MATIC "DVH liqUid transfer valve system. 10 re­
move product. use the MICRO MATle couoler attachment, which is 
available from the seller of this container The directIOns below must 
be followed. 
TO CONNECT COUPLER 
1. Attach pump hose to chemical pump 
2. Attach pump hose to coupler 
3. With coupler handle in disengaged pOSition, insert coupler straight 
down into the drum valve, ensuring that the pins 01) the coupler 
align with the slots on the valve. 
4. Turn coupler handle clockwise a quarter turn, until it locks into 
place. 
S. Push down coupler handle to engage, ensuring that the lock bar 
clicks intoplace. 
TO DISCONNECT COUPLER 
1. Press down on coupler and disconnect the lock bar. Allow cou­
pler handle to raise to its disengaged position. 
2. TUrn coupler handle counter clockwise a quarter turn. Lift coupler 
straight up. If you have any questions or need assistance, please 
call your distributor or 1 -800-548-6113 
NOT FOR USE OR STORAGE IN OR AROUND THE HOME 
Consult the State Agricultural Extension Service or Experiment Station 
for specific recommendations regarding application, dosage and timing 
of sprays.- For application by ground equipment, add the desired 
amount of concentrate to sufficient water to apply at least 3 gal­
lons of water per acre. For application by aircraft. add the amount 
of concentrate desired per acre 10 1 to .3 gallons of water consis­
tent with crop growth and good coverage 
Enclosed Cabs/Cockpits Only: AI! equ~pment or aircraft used to 
apply this product and any person enga~&d in on-site flagging ac­
tivities to support aerial applications mws: utilize an enclosed cab 
or cockpit that has a non-porous barrier :hat totally surrounds the 
occupants and pre"ents contact With pes:icldes outSide the cab or 
cockpit. 
Do not apply this product through any :)·8e of irrigation system 
Application by Backpack. Sprayer or olher Hand-held Sprayer 
is Prohibit(!d. 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 
CEREAL CROPS 
BARLEY, OATS, RYE AND WHEAT (except WINTER WHEATj-For 
control of Barley thrips, use % to 'Yo pH~: Def acre. For Aphids (in. 
cluding green bugs), Armyworms. LeafhoPf:es and Winter grain mites 
use Y:. to 1'1;, Pints per acre. For Climbln:; cutworms and Grasshop­
pers, use 1'/, ptnts per acre. For Western or Brown wheat mites and 
Grasshoppers. use 1 pint per acre. Do not use more than Y:. pint 
per acre within 15 days of harvest 
CORN-For conlrol of Armyworms, CJIiT,olng cutworms, Corn leaf 
aphids, Corn rootworm adults, Fall armyv.orms and Stink bugs, use 
Y:. pint per acre. For Grasshoppers, use 1 pint per acre. Do not 
apply within 12 days of harvest. Do no! apply to corn dUfJng the 
pollen shed period. 
RICE-For Rice stink bugs, use Y:. to 1 pint per acre. For Grass­
hoppers, use 1 pint per acre. 00 not apply within 15 days of har­
vest or within 14 days after propanil has been applied Shrimp, crabs 
and crayfish may be killed. Do not apply where these are impor­
tant resources. 
SOYBEANS-For control of Climbing cutworms and Three-cornered 
alfalfa hoppers. use Y:. to 1 pint per acre. Fat control of Aphids. 
Blister beetles, Mexican bean beetles, Stin":. bugs, Two-spotted mites 
and Velvet-bean caterpillars, use 1 pint per acre. Do not apply closer 
than 15 days before harvest or grazing 
FIBER CROP 
COTTON-For conttol of Thrips, use'/. to '/z pint per acre. For Cotton 
leafworms, use Y. to % pint per acre. For Grasshoppers and Fall 
armyworms, use i1 pint per acre. For Spider mites (r.("cs not con· 
trot all species), use Y:. to Yo pint per acre. For conlrrl of F-Ieahop­
peTS, lygus and other mirids, use Yo pint to 1 quart per acre. For 
Boll weevils, Aphids and Garden webworms, use \ pin't p,"!r acre 
For Cutworms, use 1 to 2 pints per acre For Bollwom.$, ·S3It-marsh 
caterpillars, Armyworms, Cotton leaf ')"r/tlr3;tors and Btink bugs, 
use 1 quart per acre. 
Applications should be made at 4 to 5 day intervals ul""il cf'ntrol is 
obtained. At above dosages, applic ... t,C.l 1,1..tY be r"ad€ up to the 
day before harvest, if harvest will be ""'11'1 mechan;~al pi-:kers. 
Also see "Tank Mixtures on Cotlon" 
NOTICE: 00 not apply within 5 days 0; harojpicking Cotton. 
TANK MIXTURES ON COTTON 
This product may be tank mixed with other Insectlciaer;' 10 ,:Jtovtde 
control of additional insect species. Read and care"{ljlii observe 
the precautionary statements and all other informat.l0n~2?pearing 
on the labels of all the insecticides used. • • 
When wettable powder, water soluble Of flowable for~:ulaiions are 
to be tank mixed with emulsifiable formulations: 
METHYL PARATHJON 4E Page 2 of 3

Place a 20 to 35 mesh screen or wetting basket over filling port 
2. Through the screen, fill the sprayer tank one-half full with water 
and slart agitation 
3 If a wettable powder is used, mak.e a slurry with the water carrier, 
and add it SLOWLY through the screen into the tank. Continue 
agitation 
4 If a flowable formulation is used. pre-mix one part flowable with 
one parI water. Add diluted mixture SLOWLY through the screen 
into the tank. Continue agitation 
5. Continue filling the sprayer tank with water and add any remain­
ing amounts of liquid insecticides near the end of filling process. 
Maintain good agitation at all times until the contents of the tank 
are sprayed. 
6. MAKE NO APPLICATION OF THESE TANK MIXTURES CLOSER 
TO HARVEST THAN THE lONGEST PRE-HARVEST INTERVAL 
SHOWN FOR EITHER PROOUCT 
Tank Mixture Insect· Rate Per Acre 
THIS PRODUCT Cotton tlollworms, Tobaoco 1 qt. plus -% lb." 
plus OrtheneCl 75S budworms (in Al, AR, Fl, ~Ib. a.i.) 
GA, LA, MS and TX) Combined Total 
a.i.lacre 1.5 lb. 
,HIS PRODUCT Cotton boUworms. Tobacco 1 qt.. 
plus lorsbanlW budworms and BoH weevils plus 1.Pt." 
(For use in all stales except Combined Total 
Al.. and CA.) a.iJacre 1.5/b. 
tHIS PRODUCT Cotton bollworms. Tobacco 1t02pts* 
plus Lannate~ L budworms, Boll weevils, plUS 1 /0 1Y.> Qts." 
Note: Registered for Beet armyworms. Cotton OxOOined Total 
use east of Rocky leaf perforators (:his com- a.Uaae 
Mountains only bination should ::e used as 0.95 to 1.6765 lb. 
an occasional s;:;;a1' during 
early and mid-SEason. not 
more often than every 10 
days. After boll ,'cad is set 
up to 3 applical,cr\s at 3 to 5 
day intervals may be made. 
THIS PRODUCT Cotton bollwor~s and 1pl(01Qt~ 
Tobacco budwc~""s OxOOined Total 
a.Uacre 
_55 to 1.1/b. 
·For additional species of insects con;:::;lled on Cotton by \t1is product. 
see "COTTON'secllOn 
Lannale is a registered trademart of E.I. Ou?ont DeNemours and Company. 
Lorsban is a registered trademar1< of Dow Elanco. 
Orthene is a registered trademar1< of Valent U.SA. Corpora.tion. 
FIELD AND FORAGE CROPS 
ALFALFA ANO ClO"ER: For cont~ol of Alfalfa weevil larvae, Aphids 
(including spotted alfalfa aphids). Climbing cutworms, and Grass­
hoppers, use 'h to 1 pint per acre For Alfalfa caterpillars, Adult 
alfalf(! weeVils, Armyworms, Clover leaf weevils and Webworms, 
use 1 pint per acre. For Egyptian alfalfa weevilS, Leafhoppers, lygus 
bugs, and Spider mites, use 1 to 2 pints per acre. Do not treat 
cioser than 15 days before harvest, cutting or grazing. In Califor­
nia. do not use more than 3,4 pint per acre. 
Do not apply if the crop or weeds in the treatment area are in bloom. 
GRASS (Forage): For Range caterpillar, use 1 pint per acre. For 
control of Armyworms, Crested whea: bugs, False chinch bugs, Grass­
hoppers and Leafhoppers, use 1V2 ;ilnts per acre. 00 not apply within 
15 days of harvest or grazing. 
SUGAR BEETS: For Aphids, Armyworms, Flea beetles. GraSShOp­
pers, Leafhoppers, Lygus bugs, SlInk bugs and Webworms, use 3,4 
pint per acre. 00 not treat closer than 20 days before harvest, 60 
days if tops are to be fed to livestock. 
~ Fer 6aRtrai ef "I3Ri.-ls, II rmjO 'aH"RS, GIiFRbiR§I SI.It- erms, beaf 
Ref)f)erS, LY!ilI.IS 1:J1.I!ilS, af)ieer mites aR.-I "etsR IHlISl:1i.-ls, I:Ise 1 Ie 2 
pi-nts l3er asre. De Ret treal slaser tRaR 15 .-IB/S Mfefe Rap'est sr 
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OIL SEED CROPS 
SUNFLOWER: For control of Sunflower head moth, Sunflower seed 
weevil and Sunflower maggot, use 1 Quart per acre. Make no more 
than 3 applica/ions at 5 day intervals. Do not apply within 30 days 
of harvest. 
VEGETABLE CROPS 
WHITE POTATOES; For control of Aphids, Armyworms, False chinch 
bugs, Flea beetles, leafhoppers, Mites and Shield bugs, use 1'/2 
quarts per acre. Do not apply within 5 days of harvest. 
SWf-€"+ POT" TOES- For GeRtHll ef 0 ElRi.-ls, PrFRyo"erms, SldRae9 f.ee.-liRQ 
a4.G-Gh·FR·9ffig-Gu~ 1:Jee'les, beafRoppefs ar.-l "iles, 1.1109 
~G EllJarts fleT aere. go Ret api'll) , it14iR ~ .-lays sf l:1aT 'est. 
CABBAGE: For control of Aphids. Armyworms, Flea beetles, Leaf­
hoppers and Mites, use 1 to 3 pints per acre. For Stink. bugs, use 
2 to 3 pints per acre. Rates above 1 pint should not be applied 
closer than 21 days before harvest. 
PEAS (Dry): For control of Aphids, Armyworms, Flea beetles, Leaf­
hoppers, lygus bugs and Mites, use 1 to 2 pints per acre. For Cow­
pea curculio. Surface feeding and Climbing cutworms and S';'1k bugs, 
use 2 pints per acre. Rates above 1 pint should not be applied closer 
than 15 days before harvest. Do not apply If the crop or weeds in 
the treatment area are in bloom 
BEANS (Dry): For control of Aphids, Armyworms, Flea beetfes, 
Leafhoppers, Lygus bugs and Mites, use 1 to 3 pints per acre. For 
Cowpea curculio, Surface feeding and Climbing cutworms and Stink. 
bugs, use 2 to 3 pints per acre. Rates above 1 pint should not be 
applied closer than 15 days before harvest. Do not apply if the crop 
or weeds in the treatment area are in bloom 
BeeTS (Ree);. ~f). F'fea tlee-t-J.e.&, 
Leaf14ellllers, bi'QlJS 1:JI.IQs, ~4ite&-afI.G....~tiAk tlIJQs, lise 1 ~<laFt per 
aere. If laps aA.-I roels are Ie De 'oss.-I ter foe.-l SF feed. de Rot 
~195er IRaq 21 E1a)'s .cerers Rar esl 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
PROHIBITIONS: Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage 
and disposal. Do not store under conditions which might adversely 
affect the container or its ability to function properly. 
PESTICIDE STORAGE: Do not store below a temperature of O·F. 
Store in safe manner. Store in original container only. Keep container 
tighlly closed when not in use 
PROTEC'TIVE EQUIPMENT AND ClOTHING: Personnel should use 
clothing and equipment listed under "PRECAUTIONARY STATE­
MENTS" when handling open containers 
SPJLLEO MATERIAL: Block or dike to prevent spreading of spill 
Cover with absorbent material such as lime, clay or sawdust. 
Scoop and sweep into a disposable container. Wash area with 
strong lye solution, absorb and place into a disposable container. 
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Pesticide wastes are ac~tety hazardous. 
Improper disposal of excess pestiCide. spray mixture or rinsate 
is a violation of Federal Law. If these ' .... astes cannot be diS­
posed of by use according to label instructions. contact your 
State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the Haz­
ardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA RegIOnal Of­
fice for guidance 
CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Returnable f Re"!:able Sealed Container 
Do not breaK seals or add any malenal ~o the container. Do not 
rinse conlai.'ler or em ply any reSidue (rc:n container This con­
tainer must be returned intact after use ::. the point of purchase. 
WARRANTY-CONDITION OF SALE 
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE of thiS product are based upon 
tests believed reliable. Follow directions carefully. Timing and method 
of application. weather and crop conditions, mixtures with other chemicals 
not specifically recommended and other Influencing factors in the use 
of thiS product are beyond the control of tne Seller. Buyer assumes 
all risks of use. storage and handling of thiS material not 10 strict 
accordance wi/h direc/lons given herewith 
In no case shall the Manufacturer or the Seller be liable for conse­
Quential, s;Jecial or indirect damages resu;!lng from the use or han­
dling of this product when such use andlor handling is not in strict 
accordance with directions given herewith The foregoing is a condi­
tion of sale by the Seller and is accepted as such by the Buyer. 
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