crop-chem-docs/corpus/epa_ppls/264-1072.md

# PROCEED MD FUNGICIDE

- EPA Reg No: **264-1072**
- Registrant: BAYER CROPSCIENCE, LLC
- Signal word: Danger
- Active ingredients: Metalaxyl (0.59%); Prothioconazole (1.47%); Tebuconazole (0.29%)
- Label accepted: 2021-06-30
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/000264-01072-20210630.pdf

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 
 WASHINGTON, DC 20460 
 
 
 
Reg Review Label Acceptable v.20151230 
OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETY 
AND POLLUTION PREVENTION 
 June 30, 2021 
 
 
Dave Wilson 
Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager 
Bayer U.S.- Crop Science 
700 Chesterfield Pkwy W 
Chesterfield, MO 63017 
 
 
Subject: Registration Review Label Mitigation for Metalaxyl 
 Product Name: PROCEED MD FUNGICIDE 
 EPA Registration Number: 264-1072 
 Application Date: 06/28/2018 
Decision Number: 576857 
 
Dear Mr. Wilson: 
 
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 Metalaxyl 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. 
 
A stamped copy of your labeling is enclosed for your records. This labeling supersedes 
all previously accepted labeling. You must 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

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EPA Reg. No. 264-1072 
Decision No. 576857 
 
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 Srijana Shrestha by phone at 
703-305-6471, or via email at shrestha.srijana@epa.gov. 
 
 
 Sincerely, 
 
 
 
 Linda Arrington, Branch Chief 
 Risk Management and Implementation Branch 4 
 Pesticide Re-Evaluation Division 
 Office of Pesticide Programs 
 
 
Enclosure: Stamped Label

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PROCEED™ MD Fungicide 
ABN: Raxil PRO MD 
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: 
Prothioconazole: 2-[2-(1- Chlorocylocpropyl)-3-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxypropyl]- 1,2- dihydro-3H-1,2,4-triazole-3-thione…….1.47% 
Tebuconazole: (Alpha-[2-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl]-alpha-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1- ethanol) …………………………..0.29% 
Metalaxyl: N- (2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(methoxyacetyl)alanine methyl ester ………………………………………………………….....0.59% 
OTHER INGREDIENTS: ……………………………………………………………………………………………….……..97.65% 
TOTAL: 100.00% 
Contains 0.128 pound prothioconazole, 0.025 pound tebuconazole and 0.052 pound metalaxyl per U.S. gallon. 
EPA Reg. No. 264-1072 EPA Est. 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 
DANGER PELIGRO 
See Additional Precautionary Statements 
Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en detalle. 
(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) 
For MEDICAL and TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 
For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-866-99BAYER (1-866-992-2937) 
Please refer to [back panel] [booklet] for additional precautionary statements and directions for use. [Note to 
reviewer: Location of additional precautionary statements and directions for use will vary between those listed, 
depending on container type/size.] 
FIRST AID 
IF IN EYES: x Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. 
x Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. 
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
IF SWALLOWED: x Immediately call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
x Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. 
x Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. 
x Do not give anything to an unconscious person.
IF INHALED: x Move person to fresh air. 
x If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, and then give artificial respiration, preferably 
mouth-to-mouth if possible. 
x Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 
IF ON SKIN OR 
CLOTHING: 
x Take off contaminated clothing. 
x Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. 
x Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 
For MEDICAL Emergencies Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577. 
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. 
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. 
PROTHIOCONAZOLE GROUP 3 FUNGICIDE 
TEBUCONAZOLE GROUP 3 FUNGICIDE 
METALAXYL GROUP 4 FUNGICIDE 
06/30/2021
264-1072

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
DANGER 
Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Wea r 
protective eyewear (goggles, face shield or safety glasses). Avoid contact with skin and breathing vapor or spray mist. Wash thoroughly 
with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, ch ewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and was h 
contaminated clothing before reuse. 
 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 
Workers involved with treating the seed (e.g. connecting and disconnecting hoses and transfer pumps, mixing, equipment calibrat ion, 
etc.) and other exposed to the concentrate, and cleaners/repairers of seed treatment equipment must wear a long-sleeve shirt an d long 
pants, shoes plus socks, protective eyewear (goggles, face shield, or safety glasses) and chemical resistant gloves such as bar rier 
laminate, butyl rubber •14 mils, nitrile rubber •14 mills, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) •14 mils, and viton •14 mills. 
Baggers and bag sewers must wear a long-sleeve shirt and long pants, and shoes plus socks. 
 
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 
Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 
Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothes. 
Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possibl e, 
wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide is toxic to mammals, fish, aquatic invertebrates, and freshwater/estuaries/marine aquatic plants. Do not apply directly to 
water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Runoff may be hazardous to 
aquatic organisms in neighboring areas. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water or rinsate. 
 
Cover or incorporate spilled treated seed. 
 
Groundwater Advisory: Prothioconazole-desthio (a degradate of prothioconazole), metalaxyl and tebuconazole are known to leach 
through soil into ground water under certain conditions as a result of label use. Use of this product in areas where soils are permeable, 
particularly where the water table is shallow, may result in ground-water contamination. 
 
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. 
 
PRODUCT INFORMATION 
PROCEED MD Fungicide is a combination of the systemic fungicides, prothioconazole, tebuconazole and metalaxyl which aids in the 
control or suppression of the following seed, seedling and soilborne diseases of wheat, barley, oats, and triticale: stinking s mut, flag 
smut, loose smut, covered smut (common bunt), early season Septoria disease complex, general seed rots, Pythium damping-off, early 
season Rhizoctonia root rot, early season common root rot, seedborne Fusarium scab, barley stripe, early season Fusarium foot rot, 
early season suppression of powdery mildew (7.5 fluid ounce rate only) and rust. 
In California – Registered only for use in commercial seed treating establishments. Not allowed for “on-farm” use. 
 
USE RESTRICTIONS 
x Maximum usage when applying both metalaxyl- and mefenoxam-containing products to the same crop within the same 
season: Do not apply more than the maximum yearly total application rate for the active ingredient as stated on the label of th e 
product containing the lowest yearly total on that crop. 
x Do not apply this product with a hopper box, planter box, slurry box, or any other at-plant methods.

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APPLICATION DIRECTIONS 
x Apply this product only as specified on this label. Use 5.0 – 7.5 fluid ounces of PROCEED MD Fungicide per 100 pounds of 
seed. Applications must be made using standard slurry or mist-type seed treatment equipment. In some instances, a chemical 
slurry dilution may enhance coverage. A 1 part PROCEED MD Fungicide with 1 part water dilution may be used. 
x This product is for commercial or on-farm application. Uniform application to seed is necessary to ensure seed safety and best 
disease control. Only use seed that is sound and well cured prior to treatment. Consult your area agronomist regarding 
planting depth recommendations for the particular variety to be planted. 
 
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 
For resistance management, please note that PROCEED MD contains two Group 3 (demethylation inhibitors) and a Group 4 
(phenylamides) fungicide. Any fungal population may contain individuals naturally resistant to PROCEED MD and other Group 3 or 
Group 4 fungicides. A gradual or total loss of pest control may occur over time if these fungicides are used repeatedly in the same 
fields. Appropriate resistance-management strategies should be followed. 
To delay fungicide resistance, take one or more of the following steps: 
x Rotate the use of PROCEED MD or other Group 3 and 4 fungicides within a growing season sequence with different groups 
that control the same pathogens. 
x Use tank mixtures with fungicide from a different group that are equally effective on the target pest when such use is 
permitted. Use at least the minimum application rate as labeled by the manufacturer. 
x Adopt an integrated disease management program for fungicide use that includes scouting, uses historical information related 
to pesticide use, and crop rotation, and which considers host plant resistance, impact of environmental conditions on disease 
development, disease thresholds, as well as cultural, biological and other chemical control practices. 
x Where possible, make use of predictive disease models to effectively time fungicide applications. Note that using predictive 
models alone is not sufficient to manage resistance. 
x Monitor treated fungal populations for resistance development. 
x Contact your local extension specialist or certified crop advisor for any additional pesticide resistance-management and/or IP M 
recommendations for specific crops and pathogens. 
x For further information or to report suspected resistance contact Bayer CropScience LP at 1-866-99BAYER (1-866-992-2937). 
You can also contact your pesticide distributor or university extension specialist to report resistance. 
 
SEED BAG TAG 
The Federal Seed Act requires that the container of seed treated with PROCEED MD Fungicide must be labeled with the following 
statements: 
This seed has been treated with PROCEED MD Fungicide, which contains 1.47% of Prothioconazole, 0.29% of Tebuconazole, and 
0.59% of Metalaxyl. 
x Do not use treated seed for food, feed, or oil purposes. Exce ss treated seed may be used for ethanol production only if (1) by-
products are not used for livestock feed and (2) no measurable residues of pesticide remain in ethanol by-products that are 
used in agronomic practice. 
x Barley, wheat, oats, and triticale green forage may be grazed or harvested for hay 31 days after seeding. 
x Store treated seeds away from food and feedstuffs. 
x Do not allow children, pets, or livestock to have access to treated seed. 
x Wear long-sleeved shirt, long pants and chemical-resistant gloves when handling treated seed. 
x Treated seeds exposed on soil surface may be hazardous to wildlife. Cover or collect treated seeds spilled during loading. 
x Dispose of all excess treated seed. Leftover treated seed may be buried away from water sources in accordance with local 
requirements. 
x Do not contaminate water bodies when disposing of planting equipment wash waters. 
x Treated seed must be adequately covered with soil at planting. 
x Dispose of seed packaging or containers in accordance with local requirements. Do not use empty seed bags for any other 
purpose. 
x To reduce seed dust which can drift onto blooming crops or weeds, ensure that planting equipment is functioning properly in 
accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Surplus seed or empty seed containers should be stored or disposed 
according to local federal regulations. 
x Treated at manufacturer’s recommended rate

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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage, disposal, or by cleaning of equipment. 
PESTICIDE STORAGE 
Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store in original containers only. Store in a cool, dry place and avoid excess heat 
 
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 
Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal Law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by 
use according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste 
representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance 
 
CONTAINER HANDLING 
 
[Dilutable Seed Treatment Products in Non-Refillable Plastic Containers] 
 
Rigid Non-refillable containers that are too large to shake (i.e., with capacities greater than 5 gallons or 50 lbs) 
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. After emptying product from container, either return container to Bayer 
CropScience per instructions from Bayer CropScience Customer Service Center (1-800-527-4781), or rinse and either recycle or 
dispose of the container as follows: 
 
Bottom Discharge IBC (e.g. – Schuetz Caged IBC or Snyder Square Stackable) 
Pressure rinsing the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. To pressure rinse the 
container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from the IBC into application equipment or mix tank. Raise the bottom of 
the IBC by 1.5 inches on the side which is opposite of the bottom discharge valve to promote more complete product removal. 
Completely remove the top lid of the IBC. Use water pressurized to at least 40 PSI to rinse all interior portions. Continuously pump or 
drain rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system while pressure rinsing. Continue pressure rinsing for 2 minutes or 
until rinsate becomes clear. Replace the lid and close bottom valve. 
 
Top Discharge IBC, Drums, Kegs (e.g. – Snyder 120 Next Gen, Bonar B120, Drums, and Kegs) 
Triple rinsing the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. To triple rinse the 
container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or mix tank. Fill the 
container at least 10 percent full with water. Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Rinse all interior 
surfaces. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this procedure two more times. 
 
Once container is rinsed, offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration. 
 
[Dilutable Seed Treatment Products in Non-Refillable Metal Containers] 
 
Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. After emptying product from container, either return container to Bayer 
CropScience per instructions from Bayer CropScience Customer Service Center (1-800-527-4781), or rinse and either recycle or 
dispose of the container as follows: 
 
Liquid dilutables in containers small enough to shake (5 gallons or less) 
Triple Rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the flow 
begins to drip. Fill the container ¼ full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix 
tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. 
 
Solid dilutables in containers small enough to shake (5 gallons or 50 pounds or less) 
Triple Rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container ¼ full with water and 
recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 
10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times.

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Any dilutable pesticides in containers too large to shake (larger than 5 gallons or 50 pounds) 
Triple Rinse as follows: Empty remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container ¼ full with water. 
Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least one complete revolution, for 30 
seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it 
back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. 
Repeat this procedure two more times. 
 
Once container is rinsed, offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration. 
 
[Non-Dilutable Seed-Treatment Products in Non-Refillable Containers] 
 
Seed-Treatment Products in Non-Refillable Fiber Drums with Liners 
Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty liner by shaking and tapping sides and bottom to 
loosen clinging particles. Empty residue into application equipment, then offer for recycling if available or dispose of in a sanitary landfill 
or by incineration. If drum is contaminated and cannot be reused, dispose of it in the manner required for its liner. 
 
Seed-Treatment Products in Non-rigid, Non-Refillable Containers 
Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty container into application equipment. Then offer for 
recycling if available or dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. 
 
[Seed Treatment Products in Refillable Containers] 
 
Refillable container. Refill this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this container for any other purpose. After emptying product 
from container, either return container to Bayer CropScience per instructions from Bayer CropScience Customer Service Center (1-800-
527-4781) or rinse and either recycle or dispose of the container as follows: 
 
Bottom Discharge IBC (e.g. – Schuetz Caged IBC or Snyder Square Stackable) 
Pressure rinsing the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before 
refilling is the responsibility of the refiller. To pressure rinse the container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from the 
IBC into application equipment or mix tank. Raise the bottom of the IBC by 1.5 inches on the side which is opposite of the bottom 
discharge valve to promote more complete product removal. Completely remove the top lid of the IBC. Use water pressurized to at least 
40 PSI to rinse all interior portions. Continuously pump or drain rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system while 
pressure rinsing. Continue pressure rinsing for 2 minutes or until rinsate becomes clear. Replace the lid and close bottom valve. 
 
Top Discharge IBC, Drums, Kegs (e.g. – Snyder 120 Next Gen, Bonar B120, Drums, and Kegs) 
Triple rinsing the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is 
the responsibility of the refiller. To triple rinse the containers before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into 
application equipment or mix tank. Fill the container at least 10 percent full with water. Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the 
pump for 2 minutes. Rinse all interior surfaces. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat 
this procedure two more times. 
 
Once container is rinsed, offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration. 
 
End users are authorized to remove tamper evident cables as required to remove the product from the container unless the container is 
equipped with one way valves and refilling or returning is planned. If this is the case, end users are not authorized to remove tamper 
evident cables, one way valves or clean container.

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 
Read the entire Directions for Use, Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability before using this product. If terms are 
not acceptable, return the unopened product container at once. 
By using this product, user or buyer accepts the following Conditions, disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability. 
Treatment of highly mechanically damaged seed, or seed of known low vigor and poor quality, may result in reduced germination a nd/or 
reduction of seed and seedling vigor. Treat and conduct germination tests on a small portion of seed before committing the tota l seed lot 
to a selected chemical treatment. Due to seed quality conditions beyond the control of Bayer CropScience, no claims are made to 
guarantee germination of carry-over seed. 
CONDITIONS: The directions for use of this product are believed to be adequate and must be followed carefully. However, it is 
impossible to eliminate all risks associated with the use of th is product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended con sequences 
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 Bayer CropScience. TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW, all such risks shall be 
assumed by the user or buyer. 
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW, BAYER CROPSCIENCE MAKES NO 
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR 
OTHERWISE, THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL. No agent of Bayer CropScience is authorized to 
make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT 
WITH APPLICABLE LAW, BAYER CROPSCIENCE DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT. 
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER 
OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 
PRODUCT, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT 
EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT BAYER CROPSCIENCE’S ELECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 
 
 
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PROCEED is a trademark of Bayer CropScience LP 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PRODUCED FOR 
 
Bayer CropScience LP 
800 N. Lindbergh Blvd. 
St. Louis, MO 63167 
1-866-99BAYER (1-866-992-2937) 
 
PROCEED MD Fungicide (PENDING) 06/26/2018, 05/07/2021, 06/21/2021