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# RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE

- EPA Reg No: **241-380**
- Registrant: BASF AGRICULTURAL SOLUTIONS US LLC
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Imazamox (70%)
- Label accepted: 2025-11-05
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000241-00380-20251105.pdf

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November 5th, 2025 
 
Christa Ellers-Kirk 
Product Registration Manager 
BASF Corporation 
26 Davis Drive 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3528 
 
Subject: Label Amendment - Registration Review Mitigation for Imazamox (Acetolactate 
Synthase (ALS) Inhibiting Herbicides) 
 Product Name: RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE 
 EPA Registration Number: 241-380 
Case Number: 478844 
Application Dates: April 9, 2020 
 
Dear Christa Ellers-Kirk: 
 
The Agency, in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), 
as amended, has completed reviewing all the information submitted with your application to 
support the Registration Review of the above referenced product in connection with the 
Imazamox (Acetolactate Synthase (ALS) Inhibiting Herbicides) Interim Decision, and has 
concluded that your submission is acceptable. The label referred to above, submitted in 
connection with registration under FIFRA, as amended, is acceptable. 
 
Should you wish to add/retain a reference to the company’s website on your label, then please 
be aware that the website becomes labeling under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 
Rodenticide Act and is subject to review by the Agency. If the website is false or misleading, the 
product would be misbranded and unlawful to sell or distribute under FIFRA section 12(a)(1)(E). 
40 CFR 156.10(a)(5) list examples of statements EPA may consider false or misleading. In 
addition, regardless of whether a website is referenced on your product’s label, claims made on 
the website may not substantially differ from those claims approved through the registration 
process. Therefore, should the Agency find or if it is brought to our attention that a website 
contains false or misleading statements or claims substantially differing from the EPA approved 
registration, the website will be referred to the EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance 
Assurance. 
 
A stamped copy of your labeling is enclosed for your records. This labeling supersedes 
all previously accepted labeling and must be used at your next label printing. You must

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EPA Reg. No. 241-380 
Case No. 478844 
 
submit one copy of the final printed labeling before you release the product for 
shipment with the new labeling. In accordance with 40 CFR 152.130(c), you may 
distribute or sell this product under the previously approved labeling for 12 months 
from the date of this letter. After 12 months, you may only distribute or sell this 
product if it bears this new revised labeling or subsequently approved labeling. “To 
distribute or sell” is defined under FIFRA section 2(gg) and its implementing regulation 
at 40 CFR 152.3. 
 
If you have any questions about this letter, please contact Caleb Carr by phone at 202-566-
0636, or via email at carr.caleb@epa.gov. 
 
 Sincerely, 
 
 
 
 
Maryam K. Muhammad-Perch, Team Lead 
Risk Management and Implementation Branch 4 
Pesticide Re-Evaluation Division 
Office of Pesticide Programs 
 
 
 
 
ENCLOSURE: Stamped label

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Imazamox Group 2 Herbicide 
RAPTOR® DG 
Herbicide 
FOR USE ONLY IN SOYBEANS 
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 
Imazamox 2-[4,5-dihydro-4-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)- 
5-oxo-1H-imidazol-2-yl]-5-(methoxymethyl)-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid ......................................................................... 70.0% 
INERT INGREDIENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 30.0% 
TOTAL .............................................................................................................................................................................. 100.0% 
RAPTOR DG in a water soluble packet.
(1 packet contains 0.08 pounds of active ingredient as the free acid) 
Patent No. 5,334,576 
EPA Reg. No. 241-380 EPA Est. No. 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
CAUTION/PRECAUCION 
Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en detalle. 
(If you do not understand this label, find someone to explain it to you in detail). 
STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 
IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. 
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. 
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. 
In case of an emergency endangering life or property involving this product, call day or night 
1-800-832-HELP (4357). 
Do not remove packages from container except for immediate use. 
See Next Page for Additional Precautionary Statements 
BASF Corporation 
26 Davis Drive 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 
Net Contents: 5 X 1.82 ounce packets 
11/05/2025
241-380

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
CAUTION! 
Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if absorbed through skin or inhaled. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin, 
eyes or clothing. 
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): 
Applicators and other handlers must wear: 
-long-sleeved shirt and long pants 
-waterproof gloves 
-shoes plus socks 
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables exist, use 
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 
User Safety Recommendations: 
Users Should: 
-Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 
-Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. 
 
ENGINEERING CONTROLS STATEMENT 
Water soluble packets, when used correctly, qualify as a closed mixing/loading system under the Worker Protection Standard 
[40 CFR 170.607(d)]. Mixers and loaders handling this product while it is enclosed in intact water soluble packets may elect 
to wear reduced PPE of long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes, socks. When reduced PPE is worn because a closed system is 
being used, handlers must be provided all PPE specified above for “applicators and other handlers” and have such PPE 
immediately available for use in an emergency, such as a spill or equipment break-down. 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide may be hazardous to plants outside the treated area. DO NOT apply directly to water, or to areas where surface 
water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Offsite movement from spray drift, volatilization, and 
runoff may be hazardous to neighboring crops and vegetative habitat utilized for food and cover by wildlife and aquatic 
organisms. 
DO NOT contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 
Nontarget Organism Advisory Statement: This product is toxic to plants and may adversely impact the forage and habitat 
of nontarget organisms, including pollinators, in areas adjacent to the treated site. Protect the forage and habitat of nontarget 
organisms by following label directions intended to minimize spray drift. 
Groundwater Advisory Statement: This chemical has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected in 
groundwater. This chemical may leach into groundwater if used in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the 
water table is shallow. 
Surface Water Advisory Statement: This product may impact surface water quality due to runoff of rain water. This is 
especially true for poorly draining soils and soils with shallow ground water. This product is classified as having high 
potential for reaching surface water via runoff for several months or more after application. 
A level, well-maintained vegetative buffer strip between areas to which this product is applied and surface water features 
such as ponds, streams, and springs will reduce the potential loading of Raptor® DG herbicide from runoff water and 
sediment. Runoff of this product will be reduced by avoiding applications when rainfall or irrigation is expected to occur 
within 48 hours. 
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.

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This labeling must be in the possession of the user at the time of pesticide application. 
Observe all cautions and limitations on this label and on the labels of products used in combination with Raptor® DG 
herbicide. Do not use RAPTOR DG other than in accordance with the instructions set forth on this label. The use of 
RAPTOR DG not consistent with this label may result in injury to crops. Keep containers closed to avoid spills and 
contamination. 
DO NOT apply this product through any type of irrigation system. 
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This 
Standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, 
and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency 
assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal 
protective equipment (PPE), and restricted-entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product 
that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard. 
Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 4 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 
• Waterproof gloves 
• Shoes plus socks 
 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
PROHIBITIONS: DO NOT contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. 
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: DO NOT reuse outer packaging. Dispose of outer packaging in a sanitary landfill, or by 
incineration, or if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned stay out of 
smoke. 
 
DISCLAIMER 
The label instructions for the use of this product reflect the opinion of experts based on research and field use. 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, herbicide resistant weed populations, or the use of, or application 
of the product contrary to label instructions, all of which are beyond the control of BASF Corporation. All such risks shall be 
assumed by the user. 
BASF Corporation shall not be responsible for losses or damages resulting from use of this product in any manner not set 
forth on this label. User assumes all risks associated with the use of this product in any manner not specifically set forth on 
this label. 
BASF CORPORATION warrants only that the material contained herein conforms to the chemical description on the label 
and is reasonably fit for the use therein described when used in accordance with the directions for use, subject to the risks 
referred to above. BASF CORPORATION DOES NOT MAKE OR AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR 
REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND EXPRESSLY 
EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND BASF CORPORATION’S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY, WHETHER IN 
CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO 
REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF RAPTOR
® DG HERBICIDE. In no case shall BASF Corporation or 
the seller be liable for consequential, special or indirect damages resulting from the use or handling of this product. 
USES WITH OTHER PRODUCTS (TANK-MIXES) 
If this product is used in combination with any other product except as specifically recommended in writing by BASF 
Corporation, then BASF Corporation shall have no liability for any loss, damage or injury arising out of its use in any such 
combination not so specifically recommended. If used in combination recommended by BASF Corporation, the liability of 
BASF Corporation shall in no manner extend to any damage, loss or injury not directly caused by the inclusion of the BASF 
Corporation product in such combination use, and in any event shall be limited to return of the amount of the purchase price 
of the BASF Corporation product. 
GENERAL INFORMATION 
RAPTOR DG is effective in controlling weeds in conservation tillage and conventional production systems. RAPTOR DG 
can be applied early postemergence in soybeans but before the bloom stage. Refer to the specific treatment under the 
“APPLICATION INFORMATION” section of the label. 
The mode of weed killing activity involves uptake of RAPTOR DG by foliage and/or weed roots and rapid translocation to 
the growing points. After RAPTOR DG application, susceptible weeds may show yellowing and weed growth will stop. 
Susceptible weeds stop growing and either die or are not competitive with the crop. Adequate soil moisture is important for 
optimum RAPTOR DG activity. When adequate soil moisture is present, RAPTOR DG will provide residual activity of 
susceptible germinating weeds; activity on established weeds will depend on the weed species and the location of its root 
system in the soil. A timely cultivation after a RAPTOR DG application may improve general weed control. 
Use of RAPTOR DG is expected to result in normal growth of rotational crops in most situations; however, various 
environmental and agronomic factors make it impossible to eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product and, 
therefore, rotational crop injury is always possible. 
Occasionally, internode shortening and/or temporary yellowing of crop plants may occur following RAPTOR DG 
applications. These effects can be more pronounced if crops are growing under stressful environmental or hot and humid 
conditions. These effects occur infrequently and are temporary. Normal growth and appearance should resume within 1 to 2 
weeks. 
Replanting: If replanting is necessary in a field previously treated with RAPTOR DG, the field may be replanted to 
soybeans. Rework the soil no deeper than 2 inches. DO NOT apply a second treatment of RAPTOR DG. 
Mode of Action (MOA) 
Imazamox, the active ingredient in Raptor DG is a Group 2 (WSSA) herbicide. Herbicides in this group inhibit acetolactate 
synthase (ALS) or acetohydroxyacid synthase (AHAS), a key enzyme in the biosynthesis of the branched-chain amino acids 
isoleucine, leucine, and valine. Meristematic chlorosis, followed by general foliar chlorosis and eventual plant death results 
from events occurring in response to ALS inhibition and low branched-chain amino acid production. 
Weed Resistance Management 
Herbicide resistance could be suspected when the following three indicators occur at a site: 
• There is failure to control a weed species normally controlled by the herbicide at the dose applied, especially if control is 
achieved on adjacent weeds. 
• There is a spreading patch of non-controlled plants of a particular weed species. 
• The surviving plants are mixed with controlled individuals of the same species. 
Contact your local sales representative, crop advisor, or extension agent to find out if suspected resistant weeds to this MOA 
have been found in your region. 
Weed resistance to Group 2 herbicides is common in a number of weed species and in populations of naturally occurring 
biotypes
* of some of the weeds listed on this label, which may not be effectively controlled by this and/or other products with 
the ALS/AHAS enzyme-inhibiting mode of action. 
Naturally occurring biotypes* of some of the weeds listed on this label may not be effectively controlled by this and/or other 
products with either the ALS/AHAS enzyme inhibiting mode of action. Other herbicides with the ALS/AHAS enzyme 
inhibiting mode of action include the sulfonylureas (e.g. Accent1, Basis1, Classic1, Concert1, Exceed2, Permit3, Pinnacle1, 
etc.), the sulfonamides (e.g., Broadstrike4, etc.) and the pyrimidyl benzoates (e.g. Staplel, etc.). If naturally occurring 
ALS/AHAS resistant biotypes are present in a field, RAPTOR DG and/or any other ALS/AHAS enzyme inhibiting mode of

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action herbicide should be tank-mixed or applied sequentially with an appropriate registered herbicide having a different 
mode of action to ensure control. 
* A weed biotype is a naturally occurring plant within a given species that has a slightly different, but distinct, genetic makeup from other plants. 
Raptor® DG herbicide is very active against many broadleaf and grass weed species. For long-term weed management, use 
at least two herbicides with different modes of action to reduce the potential for weed resistance. Crop (and herbicide) 
rotation is effective in managing weed resistance where herbicides of different modes of action are used. Tillage, where 
practical (such as in fallow production or before planting), is effective in controlling weeds to minimize resistance 
development. Additionally, a burndown herbicide during fallow or before planting is effective in reducing weed resistance 
development. 
Resistance management should be part of a diversified weed control strategy that integrates chemical, cultural and 
mechanical (tillage) control tactics. Cultural control tactics include crop rotation, proper fertilizer placement and optimum 
seeding rate/row spacing. Consult your local BASF representative, state cooperative extension service, professional 
consultants, or other qualified authority to determine appropriate actions if you suspect resistant weeds. 
Chemical Control 
• Start clean with tillage or an effective burn-down herbicide program. 
• DO NOT rely on a single herbicide mode of action for weed control. 
• Follow labeled application rate and weed growth stage specifications. 
• The use of preemergence herbicides that provide soil residual control of broadleaf and grass weeds is recommended to 
reduce early season weed competition and allow for timely in-crop postemergence herbicide applications. 
• Avoid application of herbicides with the same mode of action more than twice a season. 
• Use tank mixes and sequential applications with other herbicides possessing different modes of action (MOAs) that are also 
effective on the target weeds. 
Scouting and Containment 
• Scout fields after herbicide application to identify areas where weed control was ineffective. 
• Control weed escapes with herbicides possessing a different mode of action or use a mechanical control measure. Weed 
escapes should not be allowed to reproduce by seed or to proliferate vegetatively. 
• Scout fields before herbicide application to ensure herbicides and rates will be optimum for the weed species and weed sizes 
present. Consider application and environmental factors that may have led to incomplete control. 
• Contact your herbicide supplier and/or your local BASF representative to report weed escapes. 
• Clean equipment before moving to a different field to avoid spread of resistant weeds. 
Additional state restrictions and requirements may apply. The applicator must comply with any additional state requirements 
and restrictions. 
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS 
POSTEMERGENCE APPLICATIONS OF RAPTOR DG REQUIRE THE ADDITION OF AN ADJUVANT AND A 
NITROGEN FERTILIZER SOLUTION. 
I. ADJUVANTS 
CROP OIL CONCENTRATE: A petroleum or vegetable seed based crop oil concentrate (such as SUN-IT II5) may be 
used. SUN-IT II is recommended when weeds are under moisture or temperature stress. Use SUN-IT II or other 
methylated seed oils at the rate of 1.5 to 2 pints per acre (use the higher rate when weeds are at the maximum label size). 
or use a crop oil concentrate at 2 pints per acre. 
OR 
SURFACTANTS: Use a nonionic surfactant containing at least 80% active ingredient. Apply the surfactant at the rate of 
1 quart per 100 gallons of spray solution. An organo-silicone surfactant may be used in place of a non-ionic surfactant. 
AND 
II. NITROGEN FERTILIZER SOLUTION 
Recommended nitrogen based fertilizers include liquid fertilizers (such as 28%N, 32%N or 10-34-0) at the rate of 
1-2 quarts per acre. Use the higher rate when weeds are under moisture or temperature stress. Instead of a liquid fertilizer, 
spray grade ammonium sulfate may be used at the rate of 2.5 pounds per acre. 
NOTE: Nitrogen fertilizer solution is not required when applied in use areas south of Interstate Highway 40. 
Fill the spray tank one-third to one-half full with clean water. Add the required number of RAPTOR DG soluble packets to 
the spray tank while agitating. Add adjuvants and fill the remainder of the tank with water.

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Instructions for Using Water Soluble Packages Directly into Spray Tanks: 
Water Soluble Packages (WSPs) are designed to dissolve in water. Agitation m be used, if necessary, to help dissolve the 
WSP. Failure to follow handling and mixing instructions can increase your exposure to the pesticide products in WSPs. 
WSPs, when used properly, qualify as a closed mixing/loading system under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard [40 
CFR 170.607(d)]. 
Handling Instructions 
Follow these steps when handling pesticide products in WSPs. 
1. Mix in spray tank only. 
2. Handle WSP(s) in a manner that protects package from breakag e and/or unintended release of contents. If package is 
broken, put on PPE required for clean-up and then continue with mixing instructions. 
3. Keep the WSP(s) in outer packaging until just before use. 
4. Keep the WSP dry prior to adding to the spray tank. 
5. Handle with dry gloves and according to the label instructions for PPE. 
6. Keep WSP intact. Do not cut or puncture WSP. 
7. Reseal the WSP outer packaging to protect any unused WSP(s). 
Mixing Instructions 
Follow the steps below when mixing this product, including if tank mixed with other pesticide products. If being tank mixed, 
the mixing directions 1 through 9 below take precedence over the mixing directions of the other tank mix products. WSPs 
may, in some cases, be mixed with other pesticide products so long as the directions for use of all mixed products do not 
conflict. Do not tank mix this product with products that prohibit tank mixing or have conflicting mixing directions. 
1. If a basket or strainer is present in the tank h atch, remove prior to adding the WSP to the tank. 
2. Fill tank with water to approximately one-third to one-half of the desired final volume of spray. 
3. Stop adding water and stop any agitation. 
4. Place intact/unopened WSP(s) into the tank. 
5. Do not spray water from a hose or fill pipe to break or dissolve the WSP(s). 
6. Start mechanical and recirculation agitation from the bottom of tank without using any overhead recirculation, if possible. 
If overhead recirculation cannot be turned off, close the hatch before starting agitation. 
7. Dissolving the WSP(s) may tank up to 5 minutes or longer, depending on water temperature, water hardness and intensity 
of agitation. 
8. Stop agitation before tank lid is opened. 
9. Open the lid to the tank, exercising caution to avoid contact with dusts or spray mix, to verify that the WSPs have fully 
dissolved and the contents have been thoroughly mixed into the solution. 
10. Do not add other allowed products or complete filling the tank until the bags have fully dissolved and pesticide is 
thoroughly mixed. 
11. Once the WSP have fully dissolved and any other products have been added to the tank, resume filling the tank with 
water to the desired level, close the tank lid, and resume agitation. 
12. Use the spray solution when mixing is complete. 
13. Maintain agitation of the diluted pesticide mix during transport and application. 
14. It is unlawful to use any registered pesticide, including WSPs, in a manner inconsistent with its label. 
TANK MIX COMBINATIONS WITH OTHER HERBICIDES 
If other herbicides or other spray tank components are tank-mixed with RAPTOR DG, while agitating, add components in 
the following order and thoroughly mix after adding each component: 
1) Fill spray tank one-third to one-half full with clean water. 
2) Add soluble packet products and thoroughly mix. 
3) Add WP (wettable powder), DG (dispersible granule), DF (dry flowable) or liquid flowable formulations not in soluble 
packets. 
4) Add Raptor® DG herbicide and thoroughly mix. 
5) Add other aqueous solution products. 
6) Add EC (emulsifiable concentrate) products. 
7) Add surfactant or crop oil to the spray tank. 
8) Add nitrogen fertilizer solution. 
9) While agitating, fill the remainder of the tank with water.

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DO NOT add RAPTOR® DG herbicide packets directly into nitrogen fertilizer solution. Add nitrogen fertilizer only after 
RAPTOR DG is completely dissolved. 
To avoid injury to sensitive crops, spray equipment used for RAPTOR DG applications must be drained and thoroughly 
cleaned with water before being used to apply other products. 
When RAPTOR DG is used in combination with another herbicide, refer to the respective label for rates, methods of 
application, proper timing, weeds controlled, restrictions and precautions. Always use in accordance with the more restrictive 
label restrictions and precautions. No label dosages should be exceeded. RAPTOR DG cannot be mixed with any product 
containing a label prohibiting such mixtures. 
SPRAYING INSTRUCTIONS 
Mandatory Spray Drift Management 
Aerial Applications: 
• Do not release spray at a height greater than 10 ft above the ground or vegetative canopy, unless a greater application 
height is necessary for pilot safety. 
• Applicators are required to use a medium or coarser droplet size (ASABE S641). 
• Applicators must use 1/2 swath displacement upwind at the downwind edge of the field. 
• Do not apply when wind speeds exceed 15 mph at the application site. If the windspeed is greater than 10 mph, the boom 
length must be 65% or less of the wingspan for fixed wing aircraft and 75% or less of the rotor diameter for helicopters. 
Otherwise, the boom length must be 75% or less of the wingspan for fixed-wing aircraft and 90% or less of the rotor 
diameter for helicopters. 
• Do not apply during temperature inversions. 
Ground Boom Applications: 
• User must only apply with the release height recommended by the manufacturer, but no more than 3 feet above the 
ground or crop canopy. 
• Applicators are required to use a medium or coarser droplet size (ASAE S572.3). 
• Do not apply when wind speeds exceed 15 miles per hour at the application site. 
• Do not apply during temperature inversions. 
 
SPRAY DRIFT ADVISORIES 
THE APPLICATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR AVOIDING OFF-SITE SPRAY DRIFT. BE AWARE OF NEARBY NON-
TARGET SITES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. 
IMPORTANCE OF DROPLET SIZE 
An effective way to reduce spray drift is to apply large droplets. Use the largest droplets that provide target pest control. 
While applying larger droplets will reduce spray drift, the potential for drift will be greater if applications are made 
improperly or under unfavorable environmental conditions. 
Controlling Droplet Size – Ground Boom: 
• Volume - Increasing the spray volume so that larger droplets are produced will reduce spray drift. Use the highest practical 
spray volume for the application. If a greater spray volume is needed, consider using a nozzle with a higher flow rate. 
• Pressure - Use the lowest spray pressure recommended for the nozzle to produce the target spray volume and droplet size. 
• Spray Nozzle - Use a spray nozzle that is designed for the intended application. Consider using nozzles designed to reduce 
drift.

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Controlling Droplet Size – Aircraft: 
• Adjust Nozzles - Follow nozzle manufacturers’ recommendations for setting up nozzles. Generally, to reduce fine droplets, 
nozzles should be oriented parallel with the airflow in flight. 
BOOM HEIGHT – Ground Boom: For ground equipment, the boom should remain level with the crop and have minimal 
bounce. 
RELEASE HEIGHT - Aircraft: Higher release heights increase the potential for spray drift. 
SHIELDED SPRAYERS 
Shielding the boom or individual nozzles can reduce spray drift. Consider using shielded sprayers. Verify that the shields are 
not interfering with the uniform deposition of the spray on the target area. 
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 
When making applications in hot and dry conditions, use larger droplets to reduce effects of evaporation. 
TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS 
Drift potential is high during a temperature inversion. Temperature inversions are characterized by increasing temperature 
with altitude and are common on nights with limited cloud cover and light to no wind. The presence of an inversion can be 
indicated by ground fog or 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. Avoid applications during temperature inversions. 
WIND 
Drift potential generally increases with wind speed. AVOID APPLICATIONS DURING GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS. 
• Applicators need to be familiar with local wind patterns and terrain that could affect spray drift. 
DO NOT apply when wind velocity is greater than 15 mph, when temperature inversion conditions exist, or when spray may 
be carried to sensitive crops. Sensitive crops include but are not limited to leafy vegetables and sugar beet. 
GROUND APPLICATION: 
Uniformly apply with properly calibrated ground equipment in 10 or more gallons of water per acre. A spray pressure of 20 
to 40 psi is recommended. 
To ensure thorough coverage, use a minimum of 20 gallons of water per acre when applying Raptor® DG herbicide to 
minimum or no-till crops. Use higher gallonage for fields with dense vegetation or heavy crop residues. 
Adjust the boom height to ensure proper coverage of weed foliage (according to the manufacturer’s recommendation). Use 
only flat-fan nozzle tips. 
Avoid overlaps when spraying. 
GROUND APPLICATION WITH A LOW VOLUME SPRAYER 
RAPTOR DG may be applied to soybeans with a low volume (Spra-Coupe6-type) sprayer. When applying RAPTOR DG 
with a low volume sprayer, spray the weeds before they reach the maximum size listed in this label. Adequate control of 
weeds is dependent upon good spray coverage of the weeds. The sprayer must be calibrated to deliver the recommended 
spray volume and pressure to ensure adequate spray coverage of the weeds. 
When applying RAPTOR DG with a low volume sprayer, apply a minimum of 10 gallons per acre of spray solution with a 
nozzle pressure between 40-60 psi for optimum coverage. 
AERIAL APPLICATION: 
RAPTOR DG herbicide may be applied by air to soybeans. 
Uniformly apply with properly calibrated aerial equipment in 5 or more gallons of water per acre. The addition of an adjuvant 
AND fertilizer solution are required for optimum weed control. Apply a non-ionic surfactant at the rate of 1 quart per 100 
gallons of spray solution OR a crop oil concentrate at the rate of 1.25 gallons per 100 gallons of spray solution AND a 
nitrogen fertilizer solution at the rate of 1 quart per acre. (See instructions under MIXING INSTRUCTIONS).

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To avoid injury to sensitive crops from drift, aerial applicators must adhere to the following SPECIAL AERIAL USE 
DIRECTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS. 
- Nozzles must be pointed toward the rear of the aircraft. The downward angle of the nozzle should not be greater than 20 
degrees. 
- To minimize wing-tip vortex roll, nozzles or spray boom must not be located any closer to end of wing or rotor than 
three-fourths the distance from the center of the aircraft. 
- Use a maximum spray pressure of 40 psi. 
- A buffer zone must be established between the area to be sprayed and sensitive crops. 
- DO NOT spray when wind velocity is greater than 15 mph. 
Applicator is responsible for any loss or damage which results from spraying Raptor® DG herbicide in a manner other than 
recommended in this label. In addition, applicator must follow all applicable state and local regulations and ordinances in 
regard to spraying. 
APPLICATION INFORMATION 
Apply RAPTOR DG herbicide as a postemergence treatment when weeds are actively growing and before they exceed 
a height of 5 inches, unless otherwise indicated. Delay application until the majority of the weeds are at the recommended 
growth stage. Application timing should be based on weed size and not crop growth stage. Apply RAPTOR DG to crops and 
weeds that are actively growing. 
An adjuvant (either a surfactant or a crop oil concentrate) and a nitrogen fertilizer must be added to the spray solution for 
optimum weed control activity. See the ADJUVANT section under MIXING INSTRUCTIONS for specific instructions. 
When RAPTOR DG is applied postemergence, absorption will occur through both the roots and foliage. Susceptible weeds 
stop growing and either die or are not competitive with the crop. RAPTOR DG not only controls many existing broadleaf 
and grass weeds when applied postemergence, it also provides activity on susceptible weeds that may emerge shortly after 
application. 
For maximum weed control, cultivate 7 - 10 days following a postemergence RAPTOR DG application. This timely 
cultivation will enhance residual weed activity, especially under dry conditions. 
RAPTOR DG should be applied a minimum of one hour before rainfall or overhead irrigation. 
NO-TILL/MINIMUM TILLAGE AND DOUBLE CROP SOYBEANS 
RAPTOR DG controls existing weeds and provides residual activity on some weeds when applied early postemergence to 
soybeans in no-till or minimum tillage and double crop soybean production systems. The application must be applied after 
emergence of the crop. (Refer to the WEEDS CONTROLLED chart for weeds controlled and recommended weed size). 
To ensure thorough coverage, use a minimum of 20 gallons of water per acre in no-till or minimum tillage systems. Use 
higher gallonage for fields with dense vegetation or heavy crop residues. 
USE RATE 
APPLY 0.73 OUNCES OF RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE WHEN PRECEDED BY A FULL RATE OF A 
REGISTERED SOIL APPLIED GRASS HERBICIDE LIKE PROWL® 3.3 EC HERBICIDE 
(1 soluble packet treats 2.5 acres) 
OR 
APPLY 0.91 OUNCES OF RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE PER ACRE IN A TOTAL 
POSTEMERGENCE HERBICIDE PROGRAM 
(1 soluble packet treats 2 acres) 
RAPTOR DG may be applied postemergence at a broadcast rate of 0.73 ounces per acre when preceded with a full rate of a 
registered soil applied grass herbicide like PROWL 3.3 EC. At this rate 1 soluble packet (1.82 ounces of product) will treat 
2.5 acres. RAPTOR DG may be applied postemergence at a broadcast rate of 0.91 ounces per acre (including minimum and 
no-till). At this broadcast rate, one soluble packet of RAPTOR DG will treat 2 acres of soybeans. 
NOTE: Only one application of RAPTOR DG may be made during the season.

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WEEDS CONTROLLED 
When applied as directed, Raptor® DG herbicide will control or suppress the weeds listed below as indicated. Refer to the 
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS section for recommendations when weeds are at the maximum recommended growth stage, or 
are under stress. 
BROADLEAF WEEDS CONTROLLED USING A SEQUENTIAL* PROGRAM 
* Soil applied grass herbicide such as PROWL 3.3 EC herbicide followed by a postemergence application of RAPTOR DG 
herbicide at a broadcast rate of 0.73 ounces per acre. 
(1 packet RAPTOR DG per 2.5 acres) 
BROADLEAF WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Artichoke, Jerusalem 3-8 
Carpetweed 2-4 
Chickweed, common 2-5 
Cocklebur, common 2-8 
Jimsonweed 2-6 
Kochia 1-4 
Lambsquarters, common 2-5 
Mustard spp. 2-8 
Nightshade, 
black 
Eastern black 
hairy 
 
2-5 
2-5 
2-5 
Pigweed, 
Palmer amaranth** 
prostrate 
redroot 
smooth 
spiny 
 
2-4 
2-5 
2-8 
2-8 
2-5 
Purslane, common 1-3 
Pusley, Florida 2-4 
Radish, wild 2-4 
Ragweed, giant 2-5 
Smartweed, 
ladysthumb 
Pennsylvania 
 
2-5 
2-5 
Spurge, annual 2-4 
Sunflower 2-8 
Velvetleaf 2-8 
Waterhemp,** 
tall 
common 
 
2-5 
2-5 
 
** Control of light to moderate populations only. For control of heavier populations see the HERBICIDE COMBINATION 
section

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BROADLEAF WEEDS SUPPRESSED USING A SEQUENTIAL PROGRAM 
BROADLEAF WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Bindweed 
field (seedling) 
hedge (seedling) 
 
2-4 
2-4 
Mallow, Venice* 1-4 
Morningglory, 
entireleaf* 
ivyleaf* 
pitted 
smallflower* 
tall* 
 
2-4 
2-4 
2-4 
2-4 
2-4 
Ragweed, common* 2-5 
Sida, prickly 2-4 
Sowthistle, annual 2-5 
Thistle, Canada 2-5 
 
* For control see the 0.91 ounce rate and HERBICIDE COMBINATION section.

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GRASS WEEDS CONTROLLED USING A SEQUENTIAL PROGRAM 
GRASS WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Barley, wild 2-4 
Barnyardgrass 2-5 
Crabgrass, 
large 
smooth 
 
2-4 
1-4 
Crowfoot grass 2-5 
Cupgrass, woolly 2-4 
Foxtail, 
giant 
green 
yellow 
 
2-6 
2-6 
2-6 
Goosegrass 2-5 
Johnsongrass, seedling 4-8 
Millet, wild proso 2-4 
Oats, wild 2-4 
Panicum, 
fall 
Texas 
 
2-6 
2-6 
Sandbur, field* 2-5 
Shattercane 2-8 
Signalgrass, broadleaf 2-5 
Volunteer corn** 2-8 
Volunteer wheat 2-4 
Witchgrass 2-5 
 
* For control a dinitroaniline (DNA) herbicide such as PROWL 3.3 EC herbicide must be soil applied at a full labeled rate. 
** Except imidazolinone tolerant corn.

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GRASSES AND SEDGES SUPPRESSED USING A SEQUENTIAL PROGRAM 
WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
GRASSES 
Itchgrass 2-5 
Johnsongrass, rhizome 6-12 
Quackgrass 4-8 
Red rice 2-5 
SEDGES 
Nutsedge, 
purple 
yellow 
 
1-3 
1-3

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BROADLEAF WEEDS CONTROLLED USING RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE 
POSTEMERGENCE AT A BROADCAST RATE OF 0.91 OUNCES PER ACRE 
(1 packet per 2 acres) 
BROADLEAF WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Artichoke, Jerusalem 3-8 
Chickweed, common 2-5 
Cocklebur, common 2-8 
Jimsonweed 2-6 
Kochia 1-4 
Lambsquarters, common 2-5 
Mallow, Venice 1-4 
Morningglory, 
entireleaf 
ivyleaf 
smallflower 
tall 
 
2-4 
2-4 
2-4 
2-4 
Mustard spp. 2-8 
Nightshade, 
black 
Eastern black 
hairy 
 
2-5 
2-5 
2-5 
Pigweed, 
Palmer amaranth* 
prostrate 
redroot 
smooth 
spiny 
 
2-4 
2-5 
2-8 
2-8 
2-5 
Puncturevine 1-3 
Purslane, common 1-3 
Radish, wild 2-4 
Ragweed, 
giant 
common* 
 
2-5 
2-5 
Smartweed, 
ladysthumb 
Pennsylvania 
 
2-5 
2-5 
Sunflower 2-8 
Velvetleaf 2-8 
 
* Control of light to moderate populations only. For control of heavier populations see the HERBICIDE COMBINATION 
section.

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BROAD LEAF WEEDS SUPPRESSED USING RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE 
POSTEMERGENCE AT A BROADCAST RATE OF 0.91 OUNCES PER ACRE 
(1 packet per 2 acres) 
BROADLEAF WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Morningglory, 
pitted 
 
2-4 
Bindweed 
field (seedling) 
hedge (seedling) 
 
2-4 
2-4 
Sida, prickly 2-4 
Sowthistle, annual 2-4 
Thistle, Canada 2-5

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GRASS WEEDS CONTROLLED USING RAPTOR DG HERBICIDE POSTEMERGENCE 
AT A BROADCAST RATE OF 0.91 OUNCES PER ACRE 
(1 packet per 2 acres) 
GRASS WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
Barley, wild 2-4 
Barnyardgrass* 2-5 
Foxtail, 
giant 
green 
yellow 
 
2-6 
2-6 
2-6 
Johnsongrass, seedling 4-8 
Millet, wild proso* 2-4 
Oats, wild 2-4 
Panicum, fall 2-6 
Shattercane 2-8 
Signalgrass, broadleaf* 2-5 
Volunteer corn** 2-8 
Volunteer wheat 2-4 
 
* Control of light to moderate populations only. For control of heavier populations use a SEQUENTIAL APPLICATION 
with a soil applied grass herbicide as described above. 
** Except imidazolinone tolerant corn. 
 
 
GRASS WEEDS AND SEDGES SUPPRESSED USING RAPTOR DG POSTEMERGENCE 
AT A BROADCAST RATE OF 0.91 OUNCES PER ACRE 
(1 packet per 2 acres) 
WEEDS RECOMMENDED HEIGHT (inches) 
GRASSES 
Crabgrass, 
large 
smooth 
 
2-4 
2-4 
Cupgrass, woolly 2-4 
Goosegrass 2-4 
Johnsongrass, rhizome 6-12 
Quackgrass 4-8 
Stinkgrass 2-4 
SEDGES 
Nutsedge, 
purple 
yellow 
 
1-3 
1-3

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HERBICIDE COMBINATIONS 
GRASS WEEDS 
Use a soil applied grass herbicide (such as PROWL 3.3 EC) if heavy infestations of some grass weeds exist or if Raptor® 
DG herbicide does not control the species present. Refer to the PROWL 3.3 EC (or other grass herbicide) label for specific 
use recommendations, rates and precautions. 
If a selective postemergence grass herbicide such as PRESTIGE7, Poast Plus7, Fusilade8 2000, Fusilade8 DX, Fusion8, 
Assurel, Select9 or Option9 is mixed with RAPTOR DG to control species that are not controlled with RAPTOR DG alone, 
SUN-IT II (1.5 - 2 pints per acre) or a crop oil concentrate (2 pints per acre) AND liquid fertilizer (1-2 quarts per acre) 
should be added to the tank-mixture. In some cases the activity of the grass herbicide may be reduced when mixed with 
RAPTOR DG. The reduction in activity may be overcome by delaying the application of the postemergence grass herbicide 
7 days following the application of RAPTOR DG. If the grass herbicide is applied first, wait 3 days before applying 
RAPTOR DG. Refer to the respective grass herbicide label for recommended application rate, weed size and restrictions. 
BROADLEAF WEEDS 
Tank-mixing RAPTOR DG and broadleaf herbicides can reduce grass control, so a sequential program including a soil 
applied grass herbicide such as PROWL 3.3 EC is recommended for optimal control. 
Enhanced Control of common ragweed, Palmer amaranth, and waterhemp. 
Use a soil applied application of PROWL 3.3 EC herbicide followed by a postemergence application of RAPTOR DG at a 
broadcast rate of 0.73 to 0.91 ounces per acre plus a diphenylether such as STATUS7 (acifluorfen) for enhanced control of 
common ragweed, Palmer amaranth and waterhemps. Refer to the PROWL 3.3 EC and STATUS labels for specific use 
recommendations, rates and precautions. 
When tank-mixing RAPTOR DG and STATUS, apply RAPTOR DG at a broadcast rate of 0.91 ounces per acre or 0.73 
ounces per acre when preceded by a full rate of a registered soil applied grass herbicide. Apply STATUS at the following 
rates depending on weed height: 
STATUS Rate (ounces per acre):* 
Weed 8-10 oz. 12-14 oz. 16-20 oz. 
Ragweed, common 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
Palmer amaranth 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
Waterhemp spp. 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
* Use the higher rate if common ragweed is present or the weed population is high. 
When applying STATUS following a RAPTOR DG application, apply STATUS at the following rates: 
STATUS Rate (ounces per acre):* 
Weed 10-12 oz. 14-16 oz. 18-24 oz. 
Ragweed, common 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
Palmer amaranth 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
Waterhemp spp. 2-4" 4-6" 6-8" 
* Use the higher rate if common ragweed is present or the weed population is high.

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ROTATIONAL CROPS 
The following rotational crops may be planted after applying up to 0.91 ounces per acre of Raptor® DG herbicide in 
soybeans: 
1. Anytime 
Soybeans 
2. Three months after a RAPTOR DG application: 
Wheat 
3. Four months after a RAPTOR DG application: 
Barley 
Rye 
4. Nine months after a RAPTOR DG application: 
Alfalfa Edible Beans Pumpkin 
Broccoli Grain Sorghum Rice 
Cabbage Oat Squash 
Cantaloupe Onion Sunflower 
Carrot Pea Tobacco 
Corn (field, pop, seed, sweet) Peanut Tomato 
Cotton Pepper Turnip 
Cucumber Potato Watermelon 
5. Eighteen months after a RAPTOR DG application: 
Sugar beet and table beet if the soil pH is uniformly 6.2* or greater 
All other crops including canola 
6. Twenty-six months after a RAPTOR DG application: 
Sugar beet and table beet if the soil pH is less than 6.2*. 
* Sugar beet yields can be reduced when grown in soil conditions with a pH less than 6.5. If the soil is limed to adjust the soil 
pH, apply the lime at least 18 months prior to planting sugar beet or other rotational crops under the 18 month rotational 
interval. 
Use of RAPTOR DG herbicide in accordance with label directions is expected to result in normal growth of rotational crops 
in most situations; however, various environmental and agronomic factors, such as arid conditions, make it impossible to 
eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product and, therefore, rotational crop injury is always possible.

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PRECAUTIONS 
DO NOT make more than one application per growing season. 
Only rotational crops harvested at maturity may be used for feed or food. 
There should be an interval of at least 85 days between an application of Raptor® DG herbicide and soybean harvest. 
RAPTOR DG applications must be made before soybean bloom. 
DO NOT graze or feed treated soybean forage, hay or straw to livestock. 
If soybeans are furrow irrigated, till the soil prior to planting winter wheat or barley. The beds should be broken up and the 
soil mixed with tillage equipment set to cut 4-6 inches deep. 
Except where stated on a Supplemental Label or in this label, DO NOT apply products containing chlorimuron ethyl (Classic, 
Canopy1, Synchrony1, Gemini1, Lorox Plus1, Preview1, etc.), flumetsulam (Broadstrike + Dual2, Broadstrike + 
TREFLAN4), imazaquin (SCEPTER®, SQUADRON®, TRI-SCEPT®, SCEPTER® O.T.®, SCEPTER® 70DG, STEELTM 
or DETAIL®), imazethapyr (PURSUIT®, PURSUIT® DG, PURSUIT® PLUS, PASSPORT®), or RAPTOR herbicide the 
same year as RAPTOR DG herbicide or injury to rotational crops may occur. 
If arid conditions occur during the year of application rotational crop injury may occur. 
In the event of a crop loss due to weather, soybeans can be replanted. 
1 Accent, Basis, Classic, Concert, Pinnacle, Staple Synchrony, Assure, Lorox Plus, Canopy, Gemini, and Preview are 
trademarks of E.I. duPont de Nemours & Co., Inc. 
2 Dual and Exceed are trademarks of Ciba Geigy Corporation. 
3 Permit is a trademark of Monsanto Agricultural Company. 
4 Broadstrike and TREFLAN are trademarks of DowElanco. 
5 SUN-IT II is a trademark of Agsco, Inc. 
6 Spra-Coupe is a trademark of Melroe Agricultural Products. 
7 Poast Plus, PRESTIGE, and STATUS are trademarks of BASF Corporation. 
8 Fusilade 2000, Fusilade DX, and Fusion are trademarks of Zeneca, Inc. 
9 Select is a trademark of Valent Chemical Co. 
10 Option is a trademark of AgrEvo USA Company. 
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