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# METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS
- EPA Reg No: **19713-595**
- Registrant: DREXEL CHEMICAL COMPANY
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Metolachlor (84.4%)
- Label accepted: 2004-02-24
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/042750-00070-20040224.pdf
---
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U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY EPJ, Rea NllnlDer: Date cf IIO!5uance'
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Cffice of Pesticide Programs 4:750-70 ./'
Registration Dlvision (7505C) FEB 2 4 2004 i ,. ~ Ariel Rios Building
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:200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW 1e," 01 I"u.nc~
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NOTICE OF PESTICIDE:
~ Registration
Nam~ o! PC~t:l.Cl<l. Proowct
= ~rMgistratj,98
Metolachlor BE Plus
, as amen e
Nam" and Ad<lress of R~gi51r.nt (Inojud. liP Code)
Albaugh, Inc.
121 N.E. IS" Street
Ankeny, IA 5002l
Note: ':hange3 : r, laDellng d;'ffering
" substance from that acceptec H connectior, witfl this reg 1St ration
mJs;: be .'1 UDrr:i tted to and accepted by the Registrat ... cn Division pn.or to use 0' the label ir. commerce. Ie,
a~ .. .' ce. ::resDon:::Jer.ce 0' this produC'':. always refer te the above EPA reqist rat lor, number,
Or, ".e ~'c:; _.s C~ 1fJic,nTLa!:io~. furr,: shed by 1.n,., registrant, the "boVE: nameo pes!:lcide 18 hereby
r8:: :~!~~s~.'Iere91s':.e[ed unde,: the federal Insec':::"cl.de, r'ung:..cidE- ar,d Rodent~cldE:- Act,
keclstla::'lClr, :s u, no ""a1' t.'" be cons trued as ", endorsement 0' recommendat lor, of ttl is produc: by th!~ Agency.
.':-::ler "' J::rotect hecltJ' and the env1ronment, the Administrator, 0;. his motion, may at any tlIDE: suspend or
c,ar,::", : ':.;,E: regis,::ratiorl 0: "
pesticide u, accordance with the Act. The acceptance of ar,y name l[J connect i Of,
~ , ~ " rJ~ ~H)lstratlon cf a j:::roduct unde::- tlJis Act 15 c.ot to be corJstrued a.' 9:" v 1n9 the reglstran:. , rioht to
C':: -_ U.,:": \Ie:, 'JS'-' c.c rhe name N t:c its u'e ':'1 it has been covered b" :)thers,
This product is conditionally registered in accordance with FIFRA sec.
3 Ic) (7) IA) provided that you:
l. Add the phrase "EPA Registration No. 42750-70" to the label before
you release the product for shipment.
COMMENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 OF THIS NOTICE OF REGISTRATION
Sl. qnature of Approving Official: Date:
IS/ FEB ? 4 2004 Joanne I. Miller, Product Manager 23 -
Herbicide Branch, Registration Division
:.7S05C)
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Page 2 of 2
EPA Reg. No. 42750-70
Comments Continued:
2. Submit the following Product Chemistry data required for this
pesticide product registration within 12 months from the data of
this Notice of Registration:
EPA Guideline Data Number
830.6317
830.6320
Guideline Descriptor
Storage Stability
Corrosion Characteristics
3. On page 16 revise the "Notes" of the "Preplant Incorporated or
Preemergence" section to read: "Notes: (1) If the postemergence
treatment .... . do not exceed the annual rate for corn.".
4. Correct the construction that reads: "Observe all directions for
use," ..... .. " by modifying the claim to read: "At rates given above
observe all other directions for use, ...... " This occurs on
pages 15, 16, 22, 23, and 25.
5. Submit and/or cite all data required for the registration of this
product when the Agency requires all registrants of similar
products to submit data; and submit acceptable responses required
for reregistration of this product under FIFRA, section 4.
6. Submit one (1) copy of the final printed labeling before you
release this 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 there
conditions.
A stamped copy of the label is enclosed for your records.
Enclosure
Albaugh, Inc.
Metolachlor 8E Plus
For weed control in field and pop com
ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
Metolachlor: 2-chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-
(2-methoxy-I-methylethyl) acetamide .................................................................................... 84.4%
OTHER INGREDIENTS: ....................................................................................................... 15.6%·
TOTAL: ................................................................................................................................. 100.0%
Metolachlor 8E Plus contains 7.8 lbs. of active ingredient per gallon.
If on skin or •
clothing: •
If swallowed: •
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTION
FIRST AID
Take off contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
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 aJ1)'thing by mouth to an unconscious person.
If in eves: • 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.
HOT LINE NUMBER
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going
for treatment. You may also contact 1-800-424-9300 for emergency medical treatment information.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
CAUTION
Harmful if absorbed through skin. Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants, socks, shoes, and chemical resistant
gloves. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
EPA Reg. No. 427S0-TN
Manufactured by:
Albaugh, Inc.
Ankeny, IA 50021
AlXEl'IED
willi COMMI!NTS . EPA Letter Doled
FEB 2 A 3Xl4
Under the FedenIl InsoctIcide,
FIJII8icide, ond Rodenticide Act
III _d. (01 the pesIicIdo
registeRod omder EPA RIo&- No.
4.J75t, -10 ,
EPA Est. No.
NET CONTENTS
Gals. ( Liters)
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options,
follow the instructions for Category H on an EPA chemical resistance category selection chart.
Applicators and other handlers must wear:
• Coveralls over short-sleeved shirt and short pants
• Chemical-resistant gloves, such as barrier laminate or viton
• Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks.
• Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure
• Chemical-resistant apron when cleaning equipment, mixing or loading
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.
ENGINEERING CONTROL STATEMENTS
Mixers and loaders supporting aerial applications are required to use closed systems. The closed system
must be used in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for
agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240( d)( 4)]. When using the closed system, the mixers and loaders
PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.
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(d)(4-6)], the
handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.
User Safety Recommendations
Users should:
• Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or
l1sing tobacco.
• Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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 washwaters or rinsate.
Ground Water Advisory:
This chemical is known to leach through soil into ground water under certain conditions as a result of
agricultural use. Use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water
table is shallow, may result in ground water contamination.
Surface Water Advisory:
Metolachlor can contaminate surface water through ground spray drift. Under some conditions,
metolachlor may also have a high potential for runoff into surface water (primarily via dissolution in
runoff water), for several months post-application. These include poorly draining or wet soils with
readily visible slopes toward adjacent surface waters, frequently flooded areas, areas over-laying
extremely shallow ground water, areas with in-field canals or ditches that drain to surface water, areas not
separated from adjacent surface waters with vegetated filter strips, and areas over-laying tile drainage
systems that drain to surface water.
Mixiug/Loading Instructions:
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Care must be taken when using this product to prevent back-siphoning into wells, spills, or improper
disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixtures, or rinsates.
Check-valves or antisiphoning devices must be used on all mixing and/or irrigation equipment.
This product may not be mixed or loaded within 50 ft. of perennial or intermittent streams and rivers,
natural or impounded lakes and reservoirs. This product may not be mixedlloaded or used within 50 ft. of
all wells, including abandoned wells, drainage wells, and sink holes. Operations that involve mixing,
loading, rinsing, or washing of this product into or from pesticide handling or application equipment or
containers within 50 ft. of any well are prohibited unless conducted on an impervious pad constructed to
withstand the weight of the heaviest load that may be positioned on or moved across the pad. Such a pad
shall be designed and maintained to contain any product spills or equipment leaks, container or equipment
rinse or wash-water, and rain water that may fall on the pad. Surface water shall not be allowed to either
flow over or from the pad, which means the pad must be self-contained. The pad shall be sloped to
facilitate material removal. An unroofed pad shall be of sufficient capacity to contain at a minimum
110% of the capacity of the largest pesticide container or application equipment on the pad. A pad that is
covered by a roof of sufficient size to completely exclude precipitation from contact with the pad shall
have a minimum containment capacity of 100% of the capacity of the largest pesticide container or
application equipment on the pad. Containment capacities as described above shall be maintained at all
times. The above-specified minimum containment capacities do not apply to vehicles when delivering
pesticide shipments to the mixing/loading site.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
Pesticide Storage: Store in original container in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. Store in a
manner to prevent cross contamination with other pesticides, fertilizers, food, or feed.
Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an
approved waste disposal facility.
Container Disposal:
Plastic Container: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture
and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incineration, or, if allowed by state and local authorities, by
burning. Ifburned, stay out of smoke.
Bulk Tanks: Triple rinse (or equivalent) and wash with appropriate cleaners before reusing.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal law 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 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.
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Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 24 hours.
Exception: If the product is soil-injected or soil-incorporated, the Worker Protection Standard, under
certain circumstances, allows workers to enter the treated area if there will be no contact with anything
that has been treated.
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 short-sleeve shirt and short pants
• Chemical-resistant gloves, such as barrier laminate or viton
• Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks
• Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure
Failure to follow the Directions for Use and Precautions on this label may result in reduced weed
control, crop injury, or illegal residues.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Metolachlor 8E Plus is a herbicide recommended as a preplant surface-applied, preplant incorporated, or
pre emergence treatment in water or fluid fertilizer for the control of most annual grasses and certain
broadleaf weeds in field and pop com.
When referring to weed control, partial control can either mean erratic control from good to poor, or
consistent control at a level below that generally considered acceptable for commercial weed control.
PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
I. Observe all precautions and limitations on the labels of each product used in tank mixes. Tank
mixtures are permitted only in those states where the tank mix partner is registered.
2. Do not apply under conditions that favor runoff or wind erosion of soil containing this product to
non-target areas.
3. To prevent off-site movement due to runoff or wind erosion:
Avoid treating powdery dry or light sand soils when conditions are favorable for wind erosion.
Under these conditions, the soil surface should first be settled by rainfall or irrigation.
Do not apply to impervious substrates such as paved or highly compacted surfaces.
Do not use tailwater from the first flood or furrow irrigation of treated fields to treat non-target
crops unless at least y, inch of rainfall has occurred between application and the first irrigation.
4. To avoid spray drift, do not apply under windy conditions. Avoid spray overlap, as crop injury may
result. Avoid drift to sensitive non-target plants, such as soybeans, during application or injury may
occur.
5. Where a single formulation for AAtrex® or Princep® is listed in this label, other formulations may be
substituted, using the following formula:
I lb. of AAtrex®Nine-O or Princep Caliber 90® = 1.8 pts. of AAtrex® 4L or Princep® 4L
Follow the rates, recommendations, mixing instructions and limitations on the label of the specific
product used. Broadleaf weed control may be affected if AAtrex® IS applied at rates lower than those
recommended on this label. Refer to the AAtrex® label for weeds controlled at the reduced rates.
6. Certain states may have established rate limitations for atrazine within specific geographical areas.
Consult your state lead pestlcide control agency for additlonal information. It is a violation of this
label to deviate from state use regulations.
7. If tank mixtures of atrazine or products containing atrazine are applied, the following maximum
broadcast atrazme application rates must be observed:
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If no atrazine was applied prior to com emergence, apply a maximum of 2 Ib ail A broadcast. If a
postemergence treatment is required following an earlier herbicide application, the total atrazine
applied may not exceed 2.5 Ib ail A per calendar year.
2.0 Ib ail A as a single preemergence application on soils that are not highly erodible or on highly
erodible soils if at least 30% of the soil is covered with plant residues; or 1.6 Ib ail A as a single
preemergence application on highly erodible soils if <30% of the surface is covered with plant
residues; or 2.0 Ib ail A if only applied preemergence.
Ifno atrazine was applied prior to com emergence, apply a maximum of2 Ib ai/A broadcast.
8. megal residues may result if Metolachlor 8E Plus is applied at more than the labeled application rate
for a given soil texture per year either as a single or split treatment. In field and pop com,
Metolachlor 8E Plus may be applied up to 2.75 pts.! A as either a preplant surface, preplant
incorporated, or preemergence treatment on soils having an organic matter content between 6% and
20% or up to 2.0 pts.! A on any soil for extended residual control and where severe stands of problem
weeds are expected. Metolachlor 8E Plus may be applied preemergence alone, or in combination
with tank mix partners as specified on this label, following preplant incorporated herbicides when
used according to their label recommendations, provided that such use is not prohibited on the
respective labels. The duration of weed control in com may be extended by applying a maximum rate
of 2.0 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus after com emergence but before com plants reach 40 inches in
height, following any preplant surface-applied, preplant incorporated, or preemergence herbicide
application, including Metolachlor 8E Plus. During anyone crop year, the maximum metolachlor
rate applied to com should not exceed 4.0 pts.!A (3.9Ibs. a.i.!A), depending on soil texture.
9. If Metolachlor 8E Plus is incorporated, any supplemental tillage before planting must not exceed the
depth of incorporation.
10. Effectiveness may be reduced if dry weather follows pre emergence application of Metolach10r 8E
Plus or a tank mixture. Cultivate if weeds develop.
11. For applications to com with Meto1achlor 8E Plus only, do not graze or feed forage from treated areas
for 30 days following application, or possible illegal residues may result. When making applications
of Metolachlor 8E Plus in tank mix with atrazine products, do not graze or feed forage from treated
areas for 60 days following application or possible illegal residues may result.
12. When making center pivot irrigation applications - where sprinkler distribution patterns do not
overlap sufficiently, unacceptable weed control may result. Where sprinkler distribution patterns
overlap excessively, crop injury may result.
13. To avoid rotational alfalfa or clover injury: (1) Do not apply more than 2.0 Ibs. a.i. of me to lac hI or per
acre (2.0 pts. of Metolachlor 8E Plus) preemergence (including preplant surface, preplant
incorporated, postplant incorporated, and (2) Do not make lay-by or other postemergent applications
of Metolachlor 8E Plus.
14. Do not apply combinations containing Gramoxone® Extra in suspension-type liquid fertilizers,
because the activity of paraquat will be reduced.
15. Do not use Metolachlor 8E Plus on peat or muck soils.
SOIL TEXTURES AND HERBICIDE RATES
Where rates are based on coarse, medium, or fine-textured soils, it is understood that soil textural classes
are generally categorized as follows:
Coarse Medium Fine
Sand Loam Silty clay loam I Sandy clay
Loamy sand Silt Sandy clay loam I Clay loam
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I Sandy loam I Silt loam I Silty clay I Clay
When a range of rates is provided in rate tables and elsewhere on this label, use the lower rate on soils
relatively coarse-textured or low in organic matter and use the higher rate on soils relatively fine-textured
or high in organic matter.
Clean sprayer or other application device thoroughly before using. Dispose of the cleaning solution in a
responsible manner. Do not use a sprayer or other application equipment that is contaminated with any
other materials or crop damage or clogging of the application device may result.
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Metolachlor 8E Plus Alone: Mix Metolachlor 8E Plus with water or fluid fertilizer and apply as a spray.
Fill a spray tank 1, - % full with water or fluid fertilizer, add the recommended amount of Me to lac hi or 8E
Plus, then add the rest of the water Or fluid fertilizer. Provide sufficient agitation during mixing and
application to maintain a uniform emulsion.
Tank Mixtures: Fill the spray tank 1, full with water and start agitation; add 2,4-D, AAtrex®, Banvel® or
Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt, Basagran®, Lorox®, Marksman®, Princep®, Prowl®, or AAtrex® + Princep®
and allow it to become dispersed; then add Metolachlor 8E Plus; then add Gramoxone® Extra,
Landmaster® BW, Roundup® or Gly Star'" Original; then add the rest of the water.
For tank mixtures with AAtrex®, Banvel® or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt, Lorox'", Marksman®,
Princep'", Prowl'"', or AAtrex® + Princep®, fluid fertilizers may replace all or part of the water as carrier,
except in the AAtrex® postemergence and the Banvel® or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt postemergence
tank mixes. When mixing with AAtrex®, refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and II under the PRECAUTIONS AND
RESTRICTIONS section of this label and the AAtrex® label. Check the compatibility with fluid
fertilizers for each tank mixture as described below before mixing in the spray tank. For all tank
mixtures, agitate during mixing and application to maintain a uniform suspension.
'See· Special Mixing Instructions for tank mixtures with AAtrex'" or Princep® + Prowl"' under the
appropriate tank mixture section of this label.
Compatibility Test
A jar test is recommended before tank mixing to ensure compatibility of Metolachlor 8E Plus with other
pesticides. The following test assumes a spray volume of 25 gals.lA. For other spray volumes, make
appropriate changes in the ingredients.
Note: Nitrogen solutions or complete fluid fertilizers may replace all or part of the water in the spray.
Because liquid fertilizers vary, even WIthin the same analysis, always check compatibility with
pesticide(s) before use. Incompatibility of tank mixtures is more common with suspensions of fertilizer
and pesticides.
Check compatibility by following the procedure below:
I. Add 1 pt. of carrier (fertilizer or water) to each of 2 one-quart jars with tight lids. Note: Use the
same source of water that will be used for the tank mix and conduct the test at the temperature the
tank mix will be applied.
2. To one of the jars. add \':. tsp. or 1.2 milliliters ofa compatibility agent approved for food use, such as
Compex or Unite (1/4 tsp. IS equivalent to 2 pts.1I 00 gals. spray). Shake or stir gently to mix.
3. To both jars, add the appropriate amount of pesticide(s) in their relative proportions based on
recommended label rates. If more than one pesticide is used, add them separately with dry herbicides
first, then flowables, and emulsifiable concentrates last. After each addition, shake or stir gently to
mix thoroughly.
4. After adding all ingredients, put lids on and tighten, invert each jar 10 times to mix. Allow the
mixture to stand 15-30 mmutes and then look for separation, large flakes. precipitates. gels. heavy
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oily film on the jar, or other signs of incompatibility. Determine if the compatibility agent is needed
in the spray mixture by comparing the 2 jars. If either mixture separates, but can be remixed readily,
the mixture can be sprayed as long as good agitation is used. If the mixtures are incompatible, test the
following methods of improving compatibility: (a) slurry the dry pesticide(s) in water before
addition, or (b) add Y, of the compatibility agent to the fertilizer or water and the other y, to the
emulsifiable concentrate or flowable pesticide before addition to the mixture. If incompatibility is
still observed, do not use the mixture.
5. After compatibility testing is complete, dispose of any pesticide wastes in accordance with the
Storage and Disposal section of this label.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Application Timing - Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in tank mixtures with herbicides labeled for use on
field and pop com may be applied at various times for weed control. See directions below for specific
application timing.
Preplallt Surface-Applied: Minimum-tillage or no-tillage systems only, Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in
some tank mixtures may be applied up to 45 days before planting com. For treatments made 30-45 days
before planting, apply Metolachlor 8E Plus as a split application. Treatments made less than 30 days
before planting may be made either as a split or a single application. For a split application, apply 2/3 the
recommended broadcast rate of Metolachlor 8E Plus for the appropriate soil texture initially and the
remaining 1/3 applied at planting. If weeds are present at the time of treatment, apply in a tank mixture
combination with a contact herbicide such as Gramoxone" Extra, Roundup" or Gly Star'M Original.
Observe the directions for use, precautions, and restrictions on the label of the tank mix partner. Weed
control will be diminished if treated soil is moved out of the row or untreated soil is moved to the surface
during planting.
Preplant Incorporated: Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus to the soil and incorporate into the top 2 inches of
soil within 14 days before planting, using a finishing disk, harrow, rolling cultivator, or similar implement
capable of providing uniform 2-inch incorporation. Use a preplant incorporated application if furrow
irrigation is used or when a period of dry weather after application is expected. If crop will be planted on
beds, apply and incorporate Metolachlor 8E Plus after bed formation, unless otherwise specified in this
label (Refer to Special Application Procedures CA Only - Pre plant Incorporated (Field and Pop
Corn) section below).
Preemergence: Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus during planting (behind the planter) or after planting, but
before weed or crop emergence.
SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES
CA Only - Preplalll Incorporated (Field and Pop Com): Broadcast Metolachlor 8E Plus to the soil and
thoroughly incorporate with a disk or similar implement set to till 4-6 inches deep. For more thorough
incorporation, till the soil in 2 different directions (cross-till). Com may be planted on flat surface or on
beds. Use caution when forming beds so that only soil from the Metolachlor 8E Plus treated zone is used,
avoid bringing untreated soil to the surface. If application is made to preformed beds, incorporate
Metolachlor 8E Plus with a tillage implement set to till 2-4 inches deep. Use care during tilling to keep
the tilled (Metolachlor 8E Plus treated soil) on the beds.
Preemergence: Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus after planting and water with sprinkler or flood irrigation
within 7-10 days.
Fall Application (Only in lA, MN, ND, SD, WI, and portions of NE and IL - see specific instructions
in the Corn section of this label for application timing and other information): Use on medium and
fine soils containing greater than 2.5% organic matter that will be planted to com or soybeans the next
spring. Do not apply when ground is frozen. Ground may be tilled before or after application. Do not
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exceed a 2 to 3-inch incorporation depth if tilled after treatment. If a spring application is made, the total
rate of the fall applications and spring applications must not exceed the maximum total rate for com or
illegal residues may result. Refer to note 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this
label for metolachlor application rate limitations.
Ground Application: Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in tank mixtures by ground equipment in a
minimum of 10 gallons of spray mixture per acre, unless specified otherwise.
Use only sprayers that provide accurate and uniform application. For Metolachlor 8E Plus tank mixtures
with wettable powder or dry flowable formulations, screens and strainers should be no finer than 50-
mesh. Thoroughly rinse sprayer with clean water immediately after use.
Calculate the amount of herbicide needed for band treatment by the formula:
bandwidth in inches
row width in inches
Low Carrier Application
x broadcast
rate per acre
amount needed
per acre of field
For Broadcast Ground Application Only: Use sprayers, such as Ag-Chem RoGator", Hagie, John Deere
Hi-Cycle™, Melroe Spra-Coupe, Tyler Patriot~", or Willmar Air Ride", that provide accurate and uniform
application. Only water may be used as a carrier. Screens in suction and in-line strainers should be
50-mesh. Manufacturers may require that tip screens as fine as 100-mesh be used with some nozzles.
Use a pump with capacity to: (1) maintain up to 35-40 psi at the nozzles, and (2) provide sufficient
agitation in tank to keep mixture in suspension. Use a minimum of 5 gallons of spray mixture per acre.
The maximum recommended sprayer speed is 15 mph. Thoroughly rinse sprayer with clean water
immediately following each use.
In order to reduce drift and increase app\ication accuracy, low pressure nozzles are recommended. Use
care ;.vhen using automatic rate controlling devices to spray the material within the rated working pressure
and flow ranges of the nozzles selected. Use nozzle screens when recommended by the manufacturer.
All nozzles should be placed on 20-inch centers, except flooding types which should be placed on 40-inch
centers. When Flat Fan-type nozzles are used, angles of 800 or 1100 are recommended. Read and follow
the manufacturer's directions for optimum setup and performance of their nozzles or tips.
Aerial Application
Metolachlor 8E Plus may be applied alone or in tank mixtures with AAtrex" or Lorox" in a minimum
spray volume of 2 gals.! A by aircraft. Metolachlor 8E Plus may also be applied by air in combination
with Prowl". Avoid application under conditions where uniform coverage cannot be obtained or where
excessive spray drift may occur. In order to assure that spray will be controlled within the target area
when used according to label directions, make applications at a maximum height of 10 ft., using low-drift
nozzles at a maximum pressure of 40 psi, and restrict application to periods when wind speed does not
exceed 10 mph. To assure that spray will not adversely affect adjacent sensitive nontarget plants, apply
Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" by aircraft at a minimum upwind distance
of 400 ft. from sensitive plants, or apply Metolachlor 8E Plus + Lorox" at a minimum upwind distance of
300 ft. from sensitive plants.
Avoid application to humans or animals. Flagmen and loaders should avoid inhalation of spray mist and
prolonged contact with skin. See the FIRST AID section of this label in the event of inadvertent exposure.
Aerial Drift Management
Avoiding spray drift at the application site is the responsibility of the applicator and the grower. The
interaction of many equipment and weather related factors determine the potential for spray drift. The
applicator and grower are responsible for considering all these factors when making decisions.
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The following drift management requirements must be followed to avoid off-target drift movement from
aerial applications to agricultural field crops. These requirements do not apply to forestry applications,
public health uses or to applications using dry formulations.
1. The distance of the outer most nozzles on the boom must not exceed ,/, the length of the wingspan or
rotor.
2. Nozzles must always point backwards parallel with the air stream and never be pointed downwards
more than 45 degrees.
Where states have more stringent regulations, they should be observed. The applicator should be familiar
with and take into account the information covered in the Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory Information
section below.
Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory Information:
Information on Droplet Size
The most effective way to reduce drift potential is to apply large droplets. The best drift management
strategy is to apply the largest droplets that provide sufficient coverage and control. Applying larger
droplets reduces drift potential, but will not prevent drift if applications are made improperly, or under
unfavorable environmental conditions (See Wind, Temperature and Humidity, and Temperature
Inversions).
Controlling Droplet Size
• Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical spray volume. Nozzles with
higher rated flows produce larger droplets.
• Pressure - Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer's recommended pressures. For many nozzle types
lower pressure produces larger droplets. When higher flow rates are needed, use higher flow rate
nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
• Number of nozzles - Use the minimum number of nozzles that provide uniform coverage.
• Nozzle Orientation - Orienting nozzles so that the spray is released parallel to the airstream produces
larger droplets than other orientations and is the recommended practice. Significant deflection from
horizontal will reduce droplet size and increase drift potential.
• 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. Solid stream
nozzles oriented straight back produce the largest droplets and the lowest drift.
Boom Length
For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than % of the wingspan or rotor length
may further reduce drift without reducing swath width.
Application Height
Applications should not be made at a height greater than 10 feet above the top of the largest plants unless
a greater height IS required for aircraft safety. Making applications at the lowest height that is safe
reduces exposure of droplets to evaporation and wind.
Swath Adjustment
When applications are made with a crosswind, the swath will be displaced downwind. Therefore, on the
up and downwind edges of the field, the applicator must compensate for this displacement by adj usting
the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance should increase with increasing drift potential
(higher wind, smaller drops, etc.)
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Wind
Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds of 2-10 mph. However, many factors, including droplet
size and equipment type determine drift potential at any given speed. Application should be avoided
below 2 mph due to variable wind direction and high inversion potential.
Note: Local terrain can influence wind patterns. Every applicator should be familiar with local wind
patterns and how they affect spray drift.
Temperature and Humidity
When making applications in low relative humidity, set up equipment to produce larger droplets to
compensate for evaporation. Droplet evaporation is most severe when conditions are both hot and dry.
Temperature Inversions
Applications should not occur during a temperature inversion because drift potential is high. Temperature
inversions restrict vertical air mixing, which causes small suspended droplets to remain in a concentrated
cloud. This cloud can move in unpredictable directions due to the light variable winds common during
mverslOns. Temperature inversions are characterized by increasing temperatures with altitude and are
common on nights with limited cloud cover and light to no wind. They begin to form as the sun sets and
often contmue into the morning. Their presence can be indicated by ground fog; however, if fog is not
present, inversions can also be identified by the movement of smoke from a ground source or an aircraft
smoke generator. Smoke that layers and moves laterally in a concentrated cloud (under low wind
conditions) indicates an inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly dissipates indicates good
vertical air mixing.
Sensitive Areas
The pesticide should only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive areas (e.g.
residential areas, bodies of water, known habitat for threatened or endangered species, non-target crops) is
minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from the sensitive areas).
CENTER PIVOT IRRIGATION APPLICATION
Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in tank mixture with other herbicides specified on this label, which are
registered for center pivot application, may be applied in irrigation water preemergence (after planting,
but before weeds or crop emerge) at rates recommended on this label. Only apply this product through a
center pivot irrigation system. Do not apply this product through any other type of irrigation system.
Crop injury, ineffectiveness, or illegal pesticide residues in the crop can result from non-uniform
distribution of treated water. Users should contact State Extension specialists, equipment manufacturers,
or other experts for questions regarding calibration. Do not connect an irrigation system (including
greenhouse systems) used for pesticide application to a public water system, unless the pesticide label
prescribed safety devices for public water systems are in place. A person knowledgeable of the
chemigation system and responsible for its operatIOn, or under the supervision of the responsible person,
shall shut the system down and make necessary adjustments should the need arise.
Operating Instructions
1. The system must contain a functional check-valve, vacuum relief valve, and low pressure drain
appropnately located on the irrigation pipeline to prevent water-source contamination from back
flow.
2. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a functional, automatic, quick-closing check-valve to
prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection pump.
3. The pesticide injection pipeline must also contain a functional, normally closed, solenoid-operated
valve located on the intake side of the Injection pump and connected to the system interlock to
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prevent fluid from being withdrawn from the supply tank when the irrigation system is either
automatically or manually shut down.
4. The system must contain functional interlocking controls to automatically shut off the pesticide
injection pump when the water pump motor stops.
5. The irrigation line or water pump must include a functional pressure switch which will stop the water
pump motor when the water pressure decreases to the point where pesticide distribution is adversely
affected.
6. Systems must use a metering pump, such as a positive displacement injection pump (e.g., diaphragm
pump or piston pump), effectively designed and constructed of materials that are compatible with
pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system interlock.
7. Do not apply when wind speed favors drift beyond the area intended for treatment.
8. Prepare a mixture with a minimum of 1 part of water to I part herbicide(s) and inject this mixture into
the center pivot system. Injecting a larger volume of a more dilute mixture per hour will usually
provide more accurate calibration of metering equipment. Maintain sufficient agitation to keep the
herbicide in suspension.
9. Meter into irrigation water during entire period of water application.
10. Apply in Y2 - 1 inch of water. Use the lower water volume (112 inch) on coarse-textured soils and the
higher volume (J inch) on fine-textured soils. More than 1 inch of water at application may reduce
weed control by moving the herbicide below the effective zone in the soil.
Refer to note 12 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for precautions
associated with center pivot irrigation applications.
IMPREGNATING DRY FERTILIZERS
Metolachlor 8E Plus may be used to impregnate many dry bulk granular fertilizers alone or in selected
Metolachlor 8E Plus tank mixtures which are registered for preplant incorporated or preplant surface
application which are used to control weeds In com on the Metolachlor 8E Plus label and are not
prohibited from use on dry bulk granular fertilizers.
Impregnation of bulk fertilizer with atrazine is restricted to commercial facilities. On-farm fertilizer
impregnation is prohibited. No more than 500 tons of dry bulk fertilizer can be impregnated per day. No
single facility may impregnate fertilizer with this product for more than 30 days per calendar year.
Follow all directions for use and precautionary language on the respective product labels regarding target
crops, rates per acre, soil texture, application methods (including application timing), and rotational crop
restrictions when applying Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in mixtures with dry bulk granular fertilizers.
All individual state regulations relating to dry bulk granular fertilizer blending, registration, labeling, and
application are the responsibility of the individual and/or company selling the herbicide/fertilizer mixture.
The herbicide/fertilizer mixture maybe prepared by using any closed drum, belt, ribbon, or other
commonly used dry bulk fertilizer blender. Ensure nozzles used to spray Metolachlor 8E Plus or
Metolachlor 8E Plus mixtures onto the fertilizer are placed to provide uniform spray coverage. Use care
to avoid spraying the walls of the blender. Spray should be directed only onto the fertilizer.
If the herbicide/fertilizer mixture is too wet, a highly absorptive material such as Agsorb® or Celatom
MP-79®, or similar granular clay or diatomaceous earth materials may be added to obtain a dry, free­
flowing mixture. Only add absorptive materials after the herbicide has been thoroughly blended into the
fertilizer mixture. Best application results will be obtained by using a granule of 6/30 particle size or of a
size similar to that of the fertilizer material being used. In general, less than 2% by weight of absorptive
material will be needed. Avoid using more than 5% absorptive material by weight.
Calculate the amounts of Metolachlor 8E Plus, AAtrex®, Princep® or AAtrex® + Princep') by the
following formula:
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2000 X pts.! A of liquid or = pts. of liquid or flowable
Ibs. of fertilizer per acre flowable product product per ton of fertilizer
2000 X Ibs.! A of Ibs. of dry product
Ibs. of fertilizer per acre dry product per ton of fertilizer
Plleumatic (Compressed Air) Applicatioll (Metolachlor 8E Plus Alolle): High humidity, high urea
concentrations, low fertilizer use rates, and dusty fertilizer may cause fertilizer mixture to build up or plug
the distributor head, air tubes, or nozzle deflector plates. To minimize buildup, premix Metolachlor 8E
Plus with Exxon Aromatic 200 at a rate of 1-4 pts.!gal. of Metolachlor 8E Plus. Aromatic 200 is a
noncombustible/nonflammable petroleum product. Aromatic 200 may be used in either a fertilizer
blender or through direct injection systems. Drying agents should not be used when using Aromatic 200.
Notes: (1) Use mixtures of Metolachlor 8E Plus and Aromatic 200 on dry fertilizer only. Poor results or
crop injury may result if these mixtures are used in water or liquid fertilizer solutions for spraying
applications. (2) When impregnating Metolachlor 8E Plus in a blender before application, a drier mixture
can be attained by substituting a drying agent for Aromatic 200. The use of Agsorb FG or drying agents
of 6/30 particle size are recommended. (3) Drying agents are not recommended for use with On-The-Go
impregnation equipment.
Precautions: To avoid the potential for explosion, (1) Do not impregnate Metolachlor 8E Plus or
Metolachlor 8E Plus mixtures on ammonium, potassium, or sodium nitrate, either alone or in blends with
other fertilizers. (2) Do not use Metolachlor 8E Plus or Metolachlor 8E Plus mixtures on straight
limestone, since absorption will not be achieved. Limestone containing fertilizer blends can be
impregnated.
Applicatioll: Apply 200-700 Ibs. of the herbicide/fertilizer mixture per acre. To ensure best results,
uniformly apply the mixture to the soil with properly calibrated equipment immediately after blending.
Uniform application of the herbicide/fertilizer mixture is essential to prevent possible crop injury. Non­
uniform application may result in less than satisfactory weed control. In areas where conventional tillage
is practiced, a shallow incorporation of the mixture into the soil may improve weed control. On fine or
medium textured soils in areas where soil incorporation is not planned, i.e., reduced tillage situations or in
some conventional till situations, make applications approximately 30 days before planting to allow
moisture to move the herbicide/fertilizer mixture into the soil. On coarse textured soils, make
applications approximately 14 days prior to planting.
Precaution: Crop injury may be avoided by not using the herbicide/fertilizer mixture on crops where
bedding occurs.
METOLACHOR 8E PLUS APPLIED ALONE
When applied alone, Metolachlor 8E Plus will control the following weeds:
barnyard grass
(watergrass)
bristly foxtail
crabgrass
crowfootgrass
fall panicum
foxtail millet
giant foxtail
goosegrass
green foxtail
prame cupgrass
red rice
robust foxtails
(purple, white)
signalgrass
(Brachiaria)
southwestern cup grass
wild proso millet*
witchgrass
woolly cupgrass*
yellow foxtail
yellow nutsedge
carpetweed
COmmon waterhemp
Eastern black nightshade
Florida pusley
galinsoga
pigweed
tall waterhemp
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'For weed control in corn only, refer to the Corn-WooDy Cupgrass and Wild Proso Millet Control
Program section of this label.
Weeds Partially Controlled': common purslane, eclipta, Florida beggarweed", hairy nightshade,
sandbur, seedling johnsongrass, shattercane, Texas panicum"', volunteer sorghum, wild proso millet,
and woolly cupgrass.
'See GENERAL INFORMATION section of this label. Due to variable weather conditions, control of
these weeds may be erratic. Weed control may be improved by following these suggested procedures:
I. When making preplant incorporated or preemergence applications in corn, use 2.0-2.67 pts.! A or the
preplant surface-applied rates for Metolachlor 8E Plus alone or in tank mixture if allowed.
2. Destroy germinating and emerged weeds by thoroughly tilling soil. If Metolachlor 8E Plus is to be
applied preplant incorporated, this tillage may be used to incorporate Metolachlor 8E Plus if uniform
2-inch incorporation is achieved as recommended under APPLICATION PROCEDURES.
3. Immediately after tillage, plant crop into moist soil. If Metolachlor 8E Plus is to be used
preemergence, apply at planting or immediately after planting.
4. If available, sprinkler irrigate within 2 days after application. Apply y,-I inch of water. Use lower
water volume (1/2 inch) on coarse textured soils and higher volume (I inch) on fine textured soils.
Refer to the CENTER PIVOT IRRIGATION APPLICATION section of this label for this method of
applying Metolachlor 8E Plus.
S. If rain does not occur within 2 days and irrigation is not possible after planting and application, weed
control may be decreased. If this occurs, a uniform, shallow cultivation is recommended as soon as
weeds emerge.
"For partial control of Florida beggarweed, use a minimum of2.0 pts.!A and apply preernergence .
•• , For partial control of Texas panicum, use a minimum of 2.0 pts.!A and apply through a center pivot
irrigation system.
Rotational Crops: Metolachlor 8E Plus Alone
(1) Corn may be replanted immediately if crop treated with Metolachlor 8E Plus alone is lost. Do not
make a second broadcast application of Metolachlor 8E Plus. A second banded treatment may be
applied if the original application was banded and the second crop is planted in the untreated row
middles.
(2) Barley, oats, rye, or wheat may be planted 4 y, months following treatment; alfalfa may be
planted 4 months following application. Tomatoes may be planted 6 months following
application.
(3) Barley, buckwheat, cabbage, corn, cotton, milo, oats, peanuts, peppers, pod crops [including
garbanzo, great northern beans, kidney beans, lima beans, mung beans, navy beans, peas
(English: southern peas such as blackeye, pinkeye, crowder, etc.), pinto beans, snap beans (green,
wax, string), and lupines (sweet, white, white sweet, and grain], potatoes, rice, rye, root crops,
safflower, sorghum (grain or forage), soybeans, tobacco and wheat, may be planted in the spring
following treatment. Clover may be seeded 9 months after application. Do not graze or feed
forage or fodder from cotton to livestock. All other rotational crops may be planted 12 months
after a lay-by application.
(4) Following a lay-by treatment or multiple treatments applied the previous season, cabbage, corn,
cotton, peanuts, peppers, pod crops [including garbanzo, great northern beans, kidney beans, lima
beans, mung beans, navy beans, peas (English; southern peas such as blackeye, pinkeye, crowder,
etc.), pinto beans, snap beans (green, wax, string), and lupines (sweet, white, white sweet, and
grain], potatoes, safflower, sorghum (grain or forage), soybeans and tobacco may be planted in
the spring.
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Rotational Crops: Metolachlor 8E Plus Tank Mixtures
For restrictions regarding Metolachlor 8E Plus used in tank mixtures, refer to the statements/restrictions
above in the Rotational Crops: Metolachlor 8E Plus Alone section and to the respective product labels
of any mixing partner( s) for additional statements/restrictions.
Refer to note 13 under the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS heading for information on avoiding
rotational alfalfa or clover injury.
CORN
(FIELD AND POP)
METOLACHLOR8EPLUSALONE
Metolachlor 8E Plus may be applied preplant surface, preplant incorporated, preemergence, or lay-by,
using the appropriate rate specified below.
PREPLANT SURF ACE-APPLIED
Refer to the instructions for use of this product alone under the METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS APPLIED
ALONE section.
(1) Fall Application (Apply after September 30 in MN, ND, SD, WI and north of Route 30 in
IA; Apply after October 15 north of Ronte 91 in NE and south of Route 30 in lA; Apply
after October 31 north of Route 136 in the state ofIL): For all locations, apply to crop stubble
after harvest when the sustained soil temperature at a 4-inch depth is less than 55°F and falling.
On soils having organic content greater than 2.5% in minimum-till or no-tillage systems, use
1.67-2.0 pts.!A on medium textured and 2.0 pts.!A on fine textured soils. Do not apply while
ground is frozen. A tillage operation may precede the application. A fall and/or a spring tillage
may follow application, but do not exceed an incorporation depth greater than 2-3 inches.
Minimize furrow and ridge formation in the tillage operations. Note: If a spring application is
made, the total rate of the fall application plus the spring application must not exceed the
maximum total application rate for corn, or illegal residues may result. Refer to note 8 in the
PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for metolachlor application rate
limitations.
(2) Use on medium- and fine-textured soils with minimum-tillage or no-tillage systems in CO, lA,
IL, IN, KS, KY, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, SD, TN, WI, and WY. Apply two-thirds of the
recommended rate of this product(1.67 pts.!A on medium soils and 2.0 pts.!A on fine soils) as a
split treatment 30-45 days before planting and the remainder at planting. Applications made less
than 30 days prior to planting may be as either a split or single treatment. For coarse soils, apply
1.3 3 pts.! A not more than 2 weeks prior to planting.
Soil Texture Single Application Split Application'
30-45 DBP** I At Planting
Coarse:
Sandy, loamy sand,
sandy loam
1.33 pts.!A DO NOT APPLY
Medium: 2.5 pts.! A 1.67 pts.!A 0.83 pt./A
Loam. silt loam, silt
Fine: 3.0 pts.!A 2.0 pts.!A 1.0 pt./A
Sandy clay loam, silty
clay loam, clay loam,
silty clay, sandy clay,
clay
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'If desired, split applications can be made less than 30 days before planting.
** *DBP - Days before planting.
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(3) In CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, MI, NB, NY, OB, PA, RI, VA, VT, and WV, on medium and fine
textured soils with minimum- or no-tillage systems, preplant surface applications may be applied
following the directions for use in (2) above. If the amount of rainfall results in less than
satisfactory length of weed control following the earlier treatment, a postemergence application
of an appropriately labeled broadleaf and/or grass weed herbicide may be used (i.e., AAtrex",
Accent", Banvel" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt, Basagran", Beacon", Bicep"', bromoxynil
(Buctril"'), Exceed"', or 2,4-D). If the postemergence treatment includes the herbicide used
preplant surface-applied, do not exceed the total labeled rate for corn on a given soil texture.
Observe all directions for use, precautionary language, and limitations on the label of the
postemergence herbicide.
PREPLANT INCORPORATED OR PREEMERGENCE
Refer to the instructions for use of Metolachlor 8E Plus alone under APPLICATION PROCEDURES, For
coarse soils with organic matter content less than 3%, apply 1.0-1.33 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus. For
coarse soils with organic matter content greater than 3%, apply 1.33 pts.!A. For medium soils, apply
1.33-1.67 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus. For fine soils with organic matter content less than 3%, apply
1.33-1.67 pts'!A. For fine soils with organic matter content greater than 3%, apply 1.67-2.0 pts.!A
Metolachlor 8E Plus.
(1) Lay-by: The duration of weed control in corn may be extended by applying a maximum rate of
2.0 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus after corn emergence but before corn plants reach 40 inches in
height, following any preplant surface-applied, preplant incorporated, or preemergence herbicide
application, including Metolachlor 8E Plus. For best results, applications should be made to soil
free of emerged weeds and directed towards the base of corn plants in excess of 5 inches tall.
During anyone crop year, the maximum rate applied to com should not exceed 4.0 pts.!A,
depending on the soil texture. Refer to note II in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
section of this label for information on grazing and feeding restrictions.
(2) Shattercane, Wild Proso Millet, Woolly Cupgrass and Eclipta - Partial Control: More
consistent partial control of shattercane, wild proso millet, woolly cupgrass, or eclipta may be
obtained by applying 2.0-2.55 pts.!A as a single application; or apply 1.0-1.33 pts.!A of
Metolachlor 8E Plus preplant incorporated followed by an application of 1.0-1.33 pts.! A of
Metolachlor 8E Plus applied preemergence. However, do not apply more than a total of 2.55
pts.! A for the two applications. Make the preemergence application during or after planting, but
before weeds and com emerge. Apply the 1.33 pts.!A rate of Metolachlor 8E Plus when a heavy
infestation of shattercane, wild proso millet, woolly cupgrass, or eclipta is expected. To control
late emerging weeds, a shallow cultIvation may be needed.
(3) Woolly Cupgrass and Wild Proso Millet Control Program: For control of these species, use
the following 3-step program: (1) Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus early preplant, preplant
incorporated, or preemergence at 1.67 pts.!A on medium soils and 2.0 pts.!A on fine textured
soils. Ifrainfall does not occur within 5-7 days, lightly incorporate with a rotary hoe; (2) When
grasses are 2-3 inches tall and com is at least 4 inches tall, apply a ~ostemergence tank mix of
Beacon'" at 0.38 oz.!A or I packet of Exceed" per 4 acres plus Accent SP at 0.33 oz.!A plus I qt.
of crop oil concentrate plus I gal.! A of 28% nitrogen, or the equivalent amount of ammonium
sulfate; and (3) CultIvate 14-21 days after the postemergence application.
If annual weeds should escape following a preplant surface, preplant incorporated, or preemergence
treatment of Metolachlor 8E Plus, follow with a postemergence application of an appropriately labeled
broadleaf and/or grass weed herbicide (i.e., AAtrex", Accent"', Banvel" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt,
Basagran®, Beacon", Bicep", bromoxynil (Buctril"), Exceed, or 2,4-D). If the postemergence treatment
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includes the herbicide used in earlier treatment, such as AAtrex", do not exceed the total labeled rate for
com on a give soil texture. Buctril" may be applied postemergence alone or in tank-mix combination
with AAtrex'". Do not exceed 1.2 Ibs. aj.i A of AAtrex'" in tank-mix combination with Buctril"
postemergence. Follow the AAtrex'" and Buctril" labels for specific rates and precautions.
Refer to notes 8 and 15 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for additional
information on metolachlor application rates and use limitations.
METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS COMBINATIONS
Metolachlor 8E Plus in any tank mixture for com (except Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" postemergence
and Metolachlor 8E Plus + Banvel" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt postemergence) may be applied in
water or fluid fertilizer. Use only water in the Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" and Metolachlor 8E Plus +
Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt postemergence tank mixes.
Refer to note II in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for information on
grazing and feeding restrictions.
Refer to the section titled CORN (FIELD AND POP) - METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS ALONE, Note 3 for
recommended sequential postemergence treatments if escape weeds develop.
1. Tank Mixture witb AAtrex'" or Princep", or AAtrex" + Princep® - Preplant Surface, Preplant
Incorporated, or Preemergence
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
information on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
Weeds Controlled
Browntop panicum
Cocklebur
. Common purslane
Hairy nightshade
Lambsquarters
Momingglory
Ragweed
Smartweed
Velvetleaf
In addition to the weeds controlled by Metolachlor 8E Plus alone, browntop panicum, cocklebur,
common purslane, hairy nightshade, lambsquarters, momingglory, ragweed, smartweed, and
velvetleaf may be controlled by tank mixes of Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'" or Princep"', or
Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'" + Princep"', applied preplant surface, preplant incorporated, or
preemergence.
Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" or Princep", or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" + Princep"
either preplant surface, preplant incorporated, or preemergence.
In Minimum- and No-Tillage systems, mix with Gramoxone'" Extra for control of most emerged
annual weeds and suppression of perennial weeds; or for suppression of emerged field bindweed and
control or suppression of annual weeds, mix with Landmaster'" BW; or with Roundup" or Gly Star™
Original for control of most emerged annual and perennial weeds. Refer to note 14 in the
PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for additional information on tank mixing
with Gramoxone" Extra.
Preplant Surface-Applied: Follow the instructions for Metolachlor 8E Plus alone under
APPLICATION PROCEDURES and under application instructions for CORN (FIELD AND POP) -
METOLACHLOR8EPLUSALONE.
For minimum- and no-tillage systems in the following states: CO, lA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MN, MO,
MT, ND, NE, SD, TN, WI, and WY, use the following rates:
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Medium soils - apply Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'" or Princep"', or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'"
+ Princep'" on medium soils at the following rates: 1.67 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 3.2-4.0
pts.! A of AAtrex'" 4L or Princep'" 4L, or AAtrex'" 4L + Princep'" 4L combined.
Fine soils - apply as follows: 1.67-2.0 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 4.0-5.0 pts'!A of AAtrex'" 4L
or Princep'" 4L, or AAtrex'" 4L + Princep'" 4L combined.
Apply the tank mixtures as a split or single treatment in those states listed above and as indicated in
the METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS ALONE - PREPLANT SURFACE-APPLIED section of the label for
com.
For coarse soils, apply 1.33 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus and 3.2 pis.! A of AAtrex'" 4L or Princep'"
4L, or AAtrex'" 4L + Princep'" 4L combined.
Preplant Incorporated or Preemergence: Follow the instructions for METOLACHLOR 8E PLUS
APPLIED ALONE under the APPLICATION PROCEDURES section. Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus +
AAtrex'" or Princep"', or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'" + Princep"', using the appropriate rates from
Table 1.
Shattercane, Wild Proso Millet, Woolly Cupgrass, and Eclipta - Partial Control
Where Metolachlor 8E Plus is applied in tank mixture or sequentially with other registered com
herbicides, apply 2.0-2.33 pts. as a Single application for more consistent partial control of
shattercane, wild proso millet, woolly cup grass, or eclipta. The following applications may also be
made:
(I) Apply 1.0-1.33 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 2.0 Ibs. a.i.!A of AAtrex'" or Princep'" preplant
incorporated, followed by 1.0-1.33 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus preemergence. The
preemergence application should be made during or after planting, but before weeds and com
emerge.
(2) Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus at 1.33 pts.! A alone or in tank mixture with up to 2.0 lbs. a.i.I A of
AAtrex'" or Princep"', preplant incorporated. For a given soil texture, do not exceed the total rate
of triazine herbicide recommended in combination with Metolachlor 8E Plus. Follow the
preplant incorporated application with a post-directed application of Evik'" 80W at 2.5 lbs.! A.
Refer to the Evik'" 80W label for specific directions for the post-directed application.
(3) Apply a preplant incorporated treatment of Eradicane'" or Sutan'" (or equivalent EPTC or butylate
formulations) at labeled rates, followed by a preemergence application of Metolachlor 8E Plus at
1.0-1.33 pts.!A. Do not use Eradicane® or Sutan'" on soils where rapid degradation has been
shown to occur. The preemergence application should be made during or after planting, but
before weeds and com emerge.
A shallow cultivation may be needed after the preemergence or postemergence application to help
control any late emerging shattercane or wild proso millet.
Table 1: Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex® or Princep®, or Metolachlor 8E Pins + AAtrex® +
Princep ®, Preplant Incorporated or Preemergence - Corn (Field and Pop)
Broadcast Rales Per Acre
Less Ihan 3% Organic Matter 3% up 10 20% Organic Maller
Metolachlor 8E Plus Melolachlor 8E Plus Metolachlor 8E Plus Melolachlor 8E Plus
+ AAtrex® Nine·O* + AAtrex® Nine-O·* + AAtrex® Nine-D· + AAtrex® Nine-D**
Soil Texture OR + Prineep'" Caliber OR + Prineep'" Caliber
Prineep'" Caliber 90* 90** Prlneep'" Caliber 90* 90**
Coarse 0.85-1.0 pt. 0.85-1.0 pt. 1.0 pt. 1.0 pt.
+ + + +
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Broadcast Rates Per Acre
Less than 3% Organic Matter 3% up to 20% Organic Matter
Metolachlor 8E Plus Metolachlor 8E Plus Metolachlor 8E Plus Metolachlor 8E Plus
+ AAtrex'" Nine-O· + AAtrex® Nine-O** + AAtrex" Nine-O· + AAtrex(]il Nine-O**
Soil Texture OR + Princep® Caliber OR + Princep<li Caliber
Princep'" Caliber 90· 90·· Princep" Caliber 90· 90**
1.1-2.2Ibs. 0.6-1.1 lbs. 1.3-2.2 lbs. 0.7-1.1Ibs.
+ +
0.6-1.1Ibs. 0.7-1.1 Ibs.
Medium 1.0-1.33 pts. 1.0-1.33 pts. 1.33 pts. 1.33 pts.
+ + + +
1.3-2.2 lbs. 0.7-1.1Ibs. 1.8-2.2 Ibs. 0.9-1.1 Ibs.
+ +
0.7-1.1 lbs. 0.9-1.1Ibs.
Fine 1.33 pts. 1.33 pts. 1.33-1.67 pts. 1.33-1.67 pts.
+ + + +
1.8-2.2 Ibs. 0.9-1.1 Ibs. 1.8-2.2 Ibs .••• 0.9-1.1 lbs'"
+ +
0.9-l.Ilbs. 0.9-1.1Ibs.
Muck or Peat
(soils with DO NOT USE
more than
20% organic
matter)
. ., . 'When heavy mfestatlOns of crabgrass or fall pamcum are expected, use Pnncep m preference to
AAtrex"'. For soils having between 6% and 20% organic matter, Metolachlor 8E Plus may be used up
to 2.33 pts.lA in tank mix combination with 2.2 Ibs.lA of AAtrex'" Nine-O, or equivalent rates of
AAtrex'" 4L. Refer to the AAtrex'" label for weeds controlled at this reduced rate.
';'Use equal rates of AAtrex'" Nine-O and Princep'" Caliber 90 in tank mixture with Metolachlor 8E
Plus as shown when heavy broadleaf weed infestations are expected. When heavy infestations of
crabgrass or fall panicum are expected, use a 1:2 ratio of AAtrex'" + Princep'" instead of the I: I ratio
given in Table I.
"""For cocklebur, yellow nutsedge, and velvedeaf control in fine textured soils above 3% organic
matter, apply 2.25 Ibs.! A of AAtrex'" Nine-O, or equivalent rates of AAtrex'" 4L, or the same total
amount of AAtrex'" + Princep'" with 1.33-1.67 pts./A of Metolachlor 8E Plus.
Refer to the Tank Mixture with AAtrex"'; or AAtrex'" + 2,4-D; or AAtrex'" + 2,4-D + Banvel'" or
Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt for Minimum- and No-Tillage Systems label section for specific
directions for 2,4-D or Banvel'" burndown combinations in Minimum- and No-Tillage systems.
2. Tank Mixture with AAtrex'" - Postemergence
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
infonnation on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
Weeds Controlled
barnyardgrass
(watergrass)
crabgrass
crowfootgrass
fall panicum
giant foxtail
green foxtail
yellow foxtail
jimsonweed
kochia
lambsquarters
mustard
pigweed
prickly sida
purslane
ragweed
smartweed
velvetleaf
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Weeds Partially Controlled: cocklebur, morningglory, and yellow nutsedge
On coarse soils, apply 1.0 pt./A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 1.3 Ibs./A of AAtrex'" Nine-O*. On
medium soils, apply 1.33 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 1.8 Ibs.! A of AAtrex'" Nine-O. On fine
soils, apply 1.33-1.67 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 1.8-2.2Ibs'/A** of AAtrex'" Nine-O. Apply
this tank mixture before grass and broadleaf weeds pass the 2-leaf stage and before corn exceeds 5
inches in height. Poor weed control will generally result if applied to weeds larger than the 2-leaf
stage.
'When using AAtrex'" 4L, use equivalent rates. One lb. of AAtrex'" Nine-O equals 1.8 pts. of
AAtrex'" 4L.
"For better control of cocklebur, morningglory, velvetleaf, and yellow nutsedge on fine texture soils
above 3% organic malter, apply 2.2 Ibs./ A of AAtrex'" Nine-O, or equivalent rate of AAtrex'" 4L,
with 1.33-1.67 pts./A of Metolachlor 8E Plus.
Lay-by: Apply to corn plants when less than 12 inches tall. Apply to base of corn plants when corn
is in excess of 5 inches. Over-the-top applications may be made to corn less than 5 inches tall. Some
corn leaf burn may be observed but this should not affect later growth or yield. Do not apply this
postemergence tank mixture in fluid fertilizer, or severe crop injury may occur.
Tank mixtures of Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'" may be applied following use of any registered
preplant surface-applied, preplant incorporated, or preemergence corn herbicide, including
Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex'".
3. Tank Mixture with Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt
Refer to note 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for information on
metolachlor application rate limitations.
Weeds Controlled: lambsquarters, ragweed, smartweed.
Weeds Partially Controlled: cocklebur, jimsonweed, morningglory, velvetleaf
Preemergence: Use this tank mixture only on field corn which is flat-planted (no furrows) in CO,
lA, IL, IN, KS, MN, NE, OR, SD, and WI. Metolachlor 8E Plus + Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba
DMA Salt, applied preemergence, will control lambsquarters, ragweed, smartweed, cocklebur',
jimsonweed', morningglory', and ve1vetleaf*.
'Partial control.
Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus + Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt preemergence. Broadcast 1.0
pt./ A of Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt with 1.33 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus on medium
soils, or with 1.33-1.67 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus on fine soils. Do not apply on soils containing
less than 2.5% organic malter or on coarse soils. Apply this tank mixture to the soil surface at
planting or after planting, but before corn emerges. Plant corn at least 1.5 inches deep and apply
behind planting equipment, avoid incorporation by the planter wheel or other seed covering device.
Do not incorporate prior to corn emergence. Do not disturb the soil more than y, inch deep if it is
necessary to rotary hoe to break the soil crust.
Postemergence for Control of Pigweed (Mid-Atlantic states, including DE, MD, P A, VA, and
WV): When pigweed plants are less than 3 inches tall and before corn exceeds 5 inches in height,
apply 1.0-1.5 pts. of Metolachlor 8E Plus + 0.5-1.0 pt./ A of Banvel'" or Albaugh Dicamba DMA Salt
by ground equipment in a minimum of 20 gals. of spray per acre. Use the lower rate on coarse
textured and low organic malter soils. Use the higher rate on fine textured and high organic malter
soils.
Banvel SGF'" and Clarity'" may be used at equivalent Ibs. of active ingredient per acre.
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Precautions: Do not apply by aircraft. Refer to note 4 in the PRECAlITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
section of this label for additional aerial application precautions.
4. Tank Mixtnre with AAtrex" and Lorox" for Lambsquarters and Pigweed Control
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
information on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
To prolong control of lambs quarters and pigweed in DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, and WV, apply
Metolachlor 8E Plus preemergence in tank mix combination with AAtrex" + Lorox". Apply
Metolachlor 8E Plus and AAtrex" according to the rates in Table I and Lorox" according to the
following rates:
Soil Texture
Sandy Loam (1-3% organic matter)
Sandy Loam (3-6% organic matter)
Medium and fine textured soils (1-6% organic matter)
Broadcast Rate Per Acre
0.67 lb. Lorox"
1.0 lb. Lorox"
1.0 lb. Lorox"
Other Lorox" formulations can be used: I lb. of Lorox" DF = I pI. of Lorox" L
Observe all directions for use, precautionary language, and limitations on the Metolachlor 8E Plus,
AAtrex", and Lorox" labels when applying these products in tank mix combinations.
5. Tank Mixture with AAtrex" or Princep" + Prowl" for Prolonged Control of Lambsquarters
and Pigweed in Field Corn Only (Northeast U.S., including MI, IN, KY, and States East of
These)
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAlITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
information on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
To prolong control of lambsquarters and pigweed, in addition to a broad spectrum of annual broadleaf
qnd grass weeds including browntop panicum, cocklebur, common purslane, hairy nightshade,
lambsquarters, morningglory, pigweed, ragweed, smartweed and velvetleaf, Metolachlor 8E Plus in
tank mix combination with AAtrex'" or Princep" + Prowl" 4E may be applied after planting, but
before corn or weed emergence. Apply by ground equipment in a minimum of 10 gals. of water or 20
gals. of liquid fertilizer. Apply by air in a minimum of 5 gals. of water. Refer to Table I of this label
for rates of Metolachlor 8E Plus, AAtrex", or Princep" to be applied. Apply Prowl" 4E according to
the following rates in Table 2.
*00 not apply Metolachlor 8E Plus in tank mix combination with AAtrex'" 80W + Prowl"', as this
combination is not compatible. Other AAtrex" formulations may be used.
Mixing Instructions: Fill the spray tank Y. full with water or fluid fertilizer and start agitation. (2)
Compatibility agents cleared for food use such as Unite" or X-77'" at 4 pts.llOO gals. of spray mixture
may be added to aid compatibility. (3) Add the AAtrex" or Princep'" and allow it to become
dispersed. (4) Then add Metolachlor 8E Plus and Prowl" 4E. (5) Add the remaining water.
Table 2: Prowl" 4E - Broadcast Rates Per Acre
Percent On!anic Matter in Soil
Soil Texture Less Than 1.5% 1.5-3% Over 3%
Coarse 1.5-2.0 pts. 2.0 pts. 3.0 pts.
Medium 2.0 pts. 3.0 pts. 3.0 pts.
Fine 2.0 pts. 3.0 pts. 3.0 pts.
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Observe all directions for use, precautionary language, and limitations on the respective product
labels when applying these products in tank mix combination. Refer to the Prowl'" 4E label for
replanting instructions in the event of crop loss.
6. Tank Mixture with Marksman'" in Conservation Tillage - Field Corn
Refer to note 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for information on
metolachlor application rate limitations.
Weeds Controlled: cocklebur, common purslane, hairy nightshade, jimsonweed, kochia,
lambsquarters, morningglory, mustard, pigweed, prickly sida, ragweed, and smartweed.
Metolachlor 8E Plus + Marksman'" will kill most emerged small annual weeds in conservation tillage
systems where corn is planted directly into a cover crop or previous crop residue. Apply Metolachlor
8E Plus + Marksman'" before, during, or after planting, but prior to corn emergence on medium and
fine soils with greater than 2.5% organic matter. Where fields have existing vegetation exceeding 3
inches in height or when very dry conditions exist, add Gramoxone'" Extra at its standard rate.
Metolachlor 8E Plus + Marksman" may be applied postemergence to corn less than 3 inches tall and
before weed grasses exceed the 2-leaf stage.
In Minimum- and No-Tillage systems, mix with Gramoxone" Extra for control of most emerged
annual weeds and suppression of perennial weeds; or for suppression of emerged field bindweed and
control or suppression of annual weeds, mix with Landmaster'" BW; or with Roundup'" or Gly Star™
Original for control of most emerged annual and perennial weeds.
Carriers such as nitrogen solutions and complete liquid fertilizers, applied prior to corn emergence
will enhance bumdown of existing weeds. Do not apply Gramoxone" Extra in suspension-type liquid
fertilizer or use on emerged corn.
Refer to the Marksman'" label and follow all directions, limitations, precautionary language and
illformation regarding application and use in corn.
7. Tank Mixture with AAtrex'" or Princep'", AAtrex" + Princep", with Gramoxone" Extra,
Landmaster" BW, Roundup", or Gly Star™ Original, for Minimum-Tillage or No-Tillage
Systems
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
information on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
In minimum- or no-tillage systems where corn is planted directly into a cover crop, stale seedbed,
established sod, or previous crop residues, the contact herbicides Gramoxone'" Extra, Landmaster"
BW, RoundUp", or Gly Star™ Original may be added to a tank mix of Metolachlor 8E Plus +
AAtrex" or Princep", or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" + Princep'". Tank mix with Gramoxone"
Extra for control of most emerged annual weeds and suppression of perennial weeds; Landmaster"
BW for suppression of emerged field bindweed and control or suppression of annual weeds; and
Roundup'" or Gly Star™ Original for control of most emerged annual and perennial weeds. The
Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" or Princep", or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" + Princep" portion of
the tank mixture provides preemergence control of the weeds listed on this label in the tank mixture
section for Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" or Princep", or Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" +
Princep" - Preplant Surface, Pre plant Incorporated, or Preemergence.
Application: Apply before, during, or after planting, but before corn emergence, at the rates
specified below. Add Gramoxone" Extra, Landmaster" BW, Roundup", or Gly Star™ Original at the
following broadcast rates:
Gramoxone" Extra: 1.5-2.0, 2.0-2.5, or 2.5-3.0 pts.!A to 1-3 inches, 3-6 inches, or 6-inch tall
weeds, respectively. Apply surfactant at 1.0 or 2.0 pts.!lOO gals. of spray mixture with 75°/', or
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greater or 50-74% nonionic active ingredient, respectively. This treatment will not control weeds
taller than 6 inches.
Refer to note 14 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for additional
information on tank mixing with Gramoxone® Extra.
Landmaster® BW: 27-54 oz.!A depending on weed species and size. See the Landmaster® BW
label for weeds controlled, recommended rates for specific weeds, and other information concerning
use.
Roundup® or Gly Star™ Original: See the Roundup®, Roundup® RT, or Gly Star™ Original label
for weeds controlled, recommended rates, and other use directions.
Apply in 20-60 gals. of water or fluid fertilizer per acre with ground equipment.
Apply l.0 pt./ A of Me to lac hi or 8E Plus with 1.3 lbs. of AAtrex® Nine-O' or Princep® Caliber 90', or
with 0.7 lb. of AAtrex® Nine-O" + 0.7 lb. of Princep® Caliber 90** on coarse soils. On medium
soils, apply 1.33 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus with l.8 lbs. of AAtrex® Nine-O or Princep" Caliber
90, or with 0.9 lb. of AAtrex® Nine-O + 0.9 lb. ofPrincep® Caliber 90. On fine soils"', apply 1.33-
1.67 pts.! A of Metolachlor 8E Plus with 1.8-2.2 lbs. of AAtrex" Nine-O or Princep" Caliber 90, or
with 0.9-1.\ lbs. of AAtrex" Nine-O + 0.9-1.1 lbs. ofPrincep® Caliber 90.
'Use Princep" instead of AAtrex" when heavy infestations of crabgrass or fall panicum are
expected.
"Use equal rates of AAtrex" Nine-O and Princep® Caliber 90 in tank mixture with Metolachlor
8E Plus as shown when heavy broadleafweed infestations are expected. When heavy infestations
of crabgrass or fall panicum are expected, use a 1:2 ratio of AAtrex® + Princep® instead of the I: I
ratio given in Table l.
"'For cocklebur, yellow nutsedge, and velvetleaf control in fine textured soils above 3% organic
matter, apply 2.25 lbs.! A of AAtrex" Nine-O, or equivalent rates of AAtrex® 4L, or the same total
amount of AAtrex® + Princep" with 1.33-l.67 pts.!A of Metolachlor 8E Plus.
8. Tank Mixture with AAtrex"; or AAtrex® + 2,4-D; or AAtrex" + 2,4-D + Banvel® or Albaugh
Dicamba DMA Salt for Minimum- and No-Tillage Systems
Refer to notes 5, 6, 7 and 8 in the PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section of this label for
information on metolachlor and atrazine application rate limitations.
In minimum- and no-tillage systems where com is planted directly into a cover crop, stale seedbed,
established sod, or previous crop residues, Metolachlor 8E Plus applied in combination with AAtrex"
will kill most emerged small annual weeds. Apply Metolachlor 8E Plus + AAtrex" before, during, or
after planting, but before com emergence, according to the rates in Table I.
Where heavy crop residues exist, add 0.8-1.6 pts.! A of an appropriately labeled 3.8 lbs. a.i.!gal. 2,4-0
amine (such as Weedar 64, Weedar 64A, OMA-4 Herbicide, or Formula 40) to the spray tank last and
apply in a minimum of 25 gals. of carrier per acre.
Carriers such as nitrogen solutions and complete liquid fertilizers, applied prior to com emergence
will enhance bumdown of existing weeds and are recommended instead of water. Add X-77
surfactant at 1.0-2.0 qts.!IOO gals. of diluted spray, or another appropriate surfactant at its
recommended rate, or add crop oil concentrate plus 28% liquid nitrogen (or equivalent). Apply prior
to weeds exceeding 3 inches in height. If alfalfa is present, add Banvel® or Albaugh Oicamba DMA
Salt to the spray mixture at 0.33-0.5 pI.! A and apply before alfalfa exceeds 6 inches in height.
Where fields contain existing sod grasses (e.g., bromegrass, orchardgrass, rye, or timothy) exceeding
3 inches in height or when very dry conditions exist, add Gramoxone® Extra at the rate of 2.5 pts.! A
in place of or in addition to 2,4-0 as indicated above. Do not apply Gramoxone" Extra in
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suspension-type liquid fertilizer. Observe all directions for use, precautionary language, and
limitations on the respective product labels when applying these products in tank mix combination.
CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARRANTY
The DIRECTIONS FOR USE of this product reflect the opinion of experts based on field use and tests.
The directions are believed to be reliable and should be followed carefully. However, 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 application, all of which are beyond the control of ALBAUGH, INC.,
its Supplemental Distributors, or the Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by the Buyer.
ALBAUGH, INC., its Supplemental Distributors and the Seller warrant that this product conforms to the
chemical description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes referred to in the Directions for
Use subject to the inherent risks referred to above. NEITHER ALBAUGH, INC. NOR ITS
SUPPLEMENTAL DISTRIBUTORS MAKE ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY
OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. TIDS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO,
AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSmLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR
DAMAGE WIDCH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF TIDS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER
WIDCH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL DIRECTIONS.
BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY OF ALBAUGH, INC.,
ITS SUPPLEMENTAL DISTRIBUTORS AND THE SELLER FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS,
LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF TIDS
PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT
LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE, SHALL BE LIMITED, AT THE MANUFACTURER'S
OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR
THE QUANTITY OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WIDCH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED.
When Buyer suffers losses or damages resulting from the use or handling of this product (including
claims based on contract, negligence, strict liability, or other legal theories), Buyer must promptly notifY
Seller in writing of any claims to be eligible to receive either remedy stated above. IN NO CASE
SHALL ALBAUGH, INC., ITS SUPPLEMENTAL DISTRIBUTORS, OR THE SELLER BE
LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OR HANDLING OF TIDS PRODUCT. ALBAUGH, INC., its Supplemental
Distributors, and the Seller offer this product, and the Buyer accepts it, subject to the foregoing
Conditions of Sale and Warranty, which may be varied only by agreement in writing signed by a duly
authorized representative of ALBAUGH, INC.
No employee or agent of ALBAUGH, INC., its Supplemental Distributor, or the Seller is authorized to
vary or exceed the terms of this Warranty in any other manner.
Ag-Chem Rogator" is a registered trademark of Ag-Chem Equipment Company.
Gly Star™ is a trademark of Albaugh, Inc.
Buctril" is a registered trademark of Aventis Crop Science.
Banvel", Basagran", Marksman", and Prowl" are registered trademarks ofBASF Ag Products.
Sutan" is a registered trademark of Cedar Chemical.
Broadstrike TM is a trademark of Dow AgroSciences, LLC.
Celatom MP-79" is a registered trademark of Eagle-Picher Industries, Inc.
Accent" and Lorox" are registered trademarks of E.!. duPont de Nemours and Company, Inc.
Unite" is a registered trademark ofHACO, Inc.
Hi-Cycle™ is a trademark of the John Deere Company.
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CompexOO is a registered trademark ofKALO Agricultural Chemicals, Inc.
X -7700 is a registered trademark of Loveland Industries, Inc.
LandmasterOO and Roundup® are registered trademarks of the Monsanto Company.
AgsorbOO is a registered trademark of the Oil-Dri Corporation.
AAtrex®, BeaconOO, Bicep®, Caliber 90®, Dual", Eradicane®, EvikOO, Gramoxone®, Nine-O", Princep®, and
Tyler Patriot™ is a trademark of Tyler Ltd. Partnership.
Willmar Air Ride® is a registered trademark of Willmar Manufacturing.
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