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# HM-0739
- EPA Reg No: **5905-583**
- Registrant: HELENA AGRI-ENTERPRISES, LLC, D/B/A HELENA CHEMICAL COMP
- Signal word: Danger
- Active ingredients: Dicamba, diethanolamine salt (17.52%); 2,4-D, diethanolamine salt (23.07%); 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2-(4,5-dihydro-4-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-5-oxo-1H-imidazol-2-yl)-, monoammonium salt (5.56%)
- Label accepted: 2010-11-04
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/005905-00583-20101104.pdf
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U.r-~NVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
\ AGENCY
Office of Pesticide Programs
Registration Division (7S0SP)
Ariel Rios Building
1200 Pennsylvania Ave.,·NW
Washington, D.C. 20460
NOTICE OF PESTICIDE:
XRegistration
_Reregistration
(under FIFRA, as amended)
Name and Address of Registrant (include ZIP Code):
Helena Chemical Company
225 Schilling Boulevard, Suite 300
Collierville, TN 38017
r- .
~_ ~ Reg.Number. Date of Issuance:
5905-583 NOV - 4- 2DIO
Conditional
Name oCPesticide Product:
HM-0739
On the basis of information furnished by the registrant, the above named pesticide is hereby registered/reregistered under the
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. Registration is in no way to be construed as an endorsement or
recommendation of this product by the Agency. In order to protect health and the environment, the Administrator, on his
motion, may at any time suspend or cancel the registration of a pesticide in accordance with the Act. The acceptance of any
name in connection with the registration of a product under this Act is not to be construed as giving the registrant a right to
exclusive use of the name or to its use if it has been covered by others.
This product is conditionally registered in accordance with FIFRA sec. 3(c)(7)(A) provided that
you:
1) Submit and/or cite all data required for registration/reregistration review of your product
when the Agency requires all registrants of similar products to submit data. If required, failure
to submit acceptable data to fulfill these requirements may result in registration cancellation in
accordance with FIFRA section 6( e).
2) Add the phrase "EPA Reg. No. 5905-583" to the labeling and assure that the EPA
Establishment Number and Net Contents are also on the label.
3) Generate one-year storage stability (830.6317) and corrosion characteristics (830.6320) data
on the product. The observations should be made at 0,3,6,9, and 12 month intervals. The
results must be submitted to the Agency in electronic and hard copy format within 15 months of
the date on this notice.
4) Assure the type point is appropriate for the signal word and the Keep out of Reach of
Children statement meets the standards outlined in Chapter 3 of the Label Review Manual.
NOTE: The size ofthe type used for the signal word and the KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN must be appropriately sized for the product label. For additional information
consult ''http://www.epa. gov /oppfead 1 /labelingllrml chap-03. pdf'.
Signature of
Kathryn V. J.HV"Ha,e;"y
Product Manager 23
Herbicide Branch
EPAForm 8570-6
SEE NEXT PAGE FOR ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Date:
~ov - ~ 2.0\0
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New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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I 5) The statement in the Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals header must read "Corrosive.
Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful is swallowed. Do not get in eyes
or on clothing. Avoid breathing spray mist."
6) You must select the appropriate chemical-resistant material and one (1) category on the
EP A chemical-resistant selection chart appropriate for your product in the first section under the
Personal Protective Equipment header. Include the appropriate material and select one category
to appear in the required text below. Assure this text appears under the Personal Protective
Equipment header. Note: The italicized text below is intended as a guide for registrants.
"Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are" [as the registrant must
insert the appropriate chemical-resistant material here in place of this italicized text].
"If you want more options, follow the instructions for category" [as the registrant must
insert A or B or C or D or E or For G or H here in place of this italicized text] "on an
EPA chemical-resistance category selection chart."
7) Protective eyewear must be added to the Personal Protective Equipment requirements for the
requirements to read:
"All mixers, loaders, applicators, flaggers, and other handlers must wear:
- long-sleeved shirt and long pants
- shoes and socks
- chemical resistant gloves (except for applicators using groundboom equipment, pilots,
and flaggers)
- protective eyewear (goggles, face shield, or safety glasses)
- chemical resistant apron when mixing or loading, cleaning up spills or equipment, or
otherwise exposed to the concentrate.
See engineering controls for additional requirements."
8) Delete the following text from page 2 of the label that reads:
"If this container contains over 1 gallon and less than 5 gallons, mixers and loaders who
do not use a mechanical system (pro be and pump) to transfer the contents of this
container must wear coveralls or a chemical-resistant apron in addition to the other
required PPE.
Ifthis container contains 5 gallons or more in capacity, do not open pour. A mechanical
system (such as a probe and pump or spigot) must be used for transferring the contents of
this container. If the contents of a non-refillable pesticide container are emptied, the
probe must be rinsed before removal."
9) Personal Protective Equipment required in the Agricultural Use Requirements box for early­
entry must read as follows:
- coveralls worn over short-sleeve shirt and short pants
- chemical-resistant footwear plus socks
- chemical-resistant gloves made of any water-proof material
- protective eyewear SEE NEXT PAGE
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New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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10) The text in the User Safety Recommendations box must be changed to read
"USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Users should:
- Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking,
chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing before reuse.
- Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash
thoroughly and put on clean clothing. If pesticide gets on skin, wash immediately with
soap and water.
- Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before
removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing."
11) NOTE: Because if its importance, the Agency recommends that First Aid information be in a
box.
12) The First Aid statements for IF IN EYES, IF INHALED, and IF SWALLOWED must
contain the following information and must appear in the order below. NOTE: The IF ON SKIN
OR CLOTHING statement on the label and included below is not required for this product. This
optional IF ON SKIN text may appear as seen below or it may be removed from the label.
FIRST AID
If IN EYES:
- Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing.
- Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If INHALED:
- Move the person to fresh air.
- If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration,
preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible.
- Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
If SWALLOWED:
- Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.
- Have a person sip a glass of water if able to swallow.
- Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a poison control center or doctor.
- Do not give anything to an unconscious person.
IF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING:
- Take off contaminated. clothing.
- Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
- Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
SEE NEXT PAGE
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New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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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 X-XXX­
XXX-XXXX for emergency medical treatment information.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probably mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric
lavage.
13) NOTE: The NOTE TO PHYSICIAN in the First Aid box should also include a statement or
statements addressing primary eye irritant toxicity. The following statements are suggested types
of information that may be included, if applicable:
Technical information on symptomatology;
Use of supportive treatments to maintain life functions;
Medicine that will counteract the specific physiological effects of the pesticide;
Company telephone number to specific medical personnel who can provide
specialized medical advice.
14) Per the RED label table, the information appearing below the ENVIRONMENTAL
HAZARDS header on page 3 must be replaced with the following:
"This pesticide may be toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Do not apply directly to
water, to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high
water mark. Drift and runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in water adjacent to
treated areas. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash waters or
rinsate.
This chemical has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected in
groundwater. The use ofthis chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly
where the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination. Application
around a cistern or well may result in contamination of drinking water or groundwater."
NOTE: The paragraphs in the ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS section addressing
"Groundwater Contamination" and "Endangered Species Concerns" are not required.
This text may remain on the label as additional environmental protection and safety
information or it may be removed from the label.
15) Replace "GENERAL" with "PRODUCT" for the header at the bottom of page 4 to read
"PRODUCT INFORMATION".
16) The statement at the top of page 5 must be updated to read as follows:
"U se of this product in certain portions of California, Oregon, and Washington is subj ect
to the January 22,2004 Order for injunctive relief in Washington Toxics Coalition, et.al.
v. EPA, COI-0132C, (W.D. WA)". For further information, please refer to
http://www.epa.gov/espp/litstatus/wtc/index.htm ...
SEE NEXT PAGE
Page 5 of 8
. New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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17) Per the RED label table, the SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT, INFORMATION ON
DROPLET SIZE, CONTROLLING DROPLET SIZE, BOOM LENGTH, APPLICATION
HEIGHT, SWATH ADJUSTMENT, WIND, TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY, AND
TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS of the label must be replaced with the information below.
NOTE: The information regarding SENSITIVE AREAS as well as charts 1 and 2 must remain
on the label.
"SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT"
"A variety of factors including weather conditions (e.g., wind direction, wind speed,
temperature, relative humidity) and method of application (e.g., ground, aerial, airblast)
can influence pesticide drift. The applicator must evaluate all factors and make
appropriate adjustments when applying this product."
Droplet Size
"When applying sprays that contain 2,4-D as the sole active ingredient, or when applying
sprays that contain 2,4-D mixed with active ingredients that require a Coarse or coarser
spray, apply only as a Coarse or coarser spray (ASAE standard 572) or a volume mean
diameter of 385 microns or greater for spinning atomizer nozzles."
"When applying sprays that contain 2,4-D mixed with other active ingredients that
require a Medium or more fine spray, apply only as a Medium or coarser spray (ASAE
standard 572) or a volume mean diameter of 300 microns or greater for spinning atomizer
nozzles."
Wind Speed
"Do not apply at wind speeds greater than 15 mph. Only apply this product if the wind
direction favors on-target deposition and there are not sensitive areas (including, but not
limited to, residential areas, bodies of water, known habitat for nontarget species,
nontarget crops) within 250 feet downwind. If applying a Medium spray, leave one swath
unsprayed at the downwind edge of the treated field."
Temperature Inversions
"If applying at wind speeds less than 3 mph, the applicator must determine if: a)
conditions of temperature inversion exist, or b) stable atmospheric conditions exist at or
below nozzle height. Do not make applications into areas of temperature inversions or
stable atmospheric conditions."
Susceptible Plants
"Do not apply under circumstances where spray drift may occur to food, forage, or other
. plantings that might be damaged or crops thereof rendered unfit for sale, use or
consumption. Susceptible crops include, but are not limited to, cotton, okra, flowers,
grapes (in growing stage), fruit trees (foliage), soybeans (vegetative stage), ornamentals,
sunflowers, tomatoes, beans, and other vegetables, or tobacco. Small amounts of spray
drift that might not be visible may injure susceptible broadleafplants."
SEE NEXT PAGE
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New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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Other State and Local Requirements
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"Applicators must follow all state and local pesticide drift requirements regarding
application of2,4-D herbicides. Where states have more stringent regulations, they must
be observed."
Equipment
"All aerial and ground application equipment must be properly maintained and calibrated
using appropriate carriers or surrogates."
Additional requirements for aerial applications:
"The boom length must not exceed 75% of the wingspan or 90% of the rotor blade
diameter. "
"Release spray at the lowest height consistent with efficacy and flight safety. Do not
release spray at a height greater than 10 feet above the crop canopy unless a greater height
is required for aircraft safety. This requirement does not apply to forestry or rights-of­
way applications."
"When applications are made with a crosswind, the swath will be displaced downwind.
The applicator must compensate for this by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind."
Additional requirements for ground boom application:
"Do not apply with a nozzle height greater than 4 feet above the crop canopy."
18) Correct the "postharvestnt" typographical error in the Product Information section at the
bottom of page 4 to read "postharvest". Note: If "postharvest" is not the intended term, make
the appropriate edit and submit the amended label to the Agency for review.
19) Remove the term "uniquely" from the Mode of Action statement on page 5 for the sentence
to read "HM-0739 contains three active ingredients formulated to be used alone or tank mixed
with other listed products as well as liquid fertilizer solutions."
. 20) Correct the "Postharvestnce" typographical error on page 5 under Application Instructions by
replacing the typographical error with "Postharvest". Note: If "Postharvest" is not the intended
term, make the appropriate edit and submit the amended label to the Agency for review.
21) Delete the term "wheat" from the APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS on page 5.
22) The term "GENERAL" must be removed from the header on tank mixing information on
page 13 for it to read "TANK MIXING INFORMATION".
23) Delete the following use sites and associate directions for CONSERVATION RESERVE
PROGRAMS AND GENERAL FARMSTEAD and FOR CUT SURF ACE TREATMENTS.
SEE NEXT PAGE
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New Product Registration
EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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24) The following 2,4-D restrictions must be added to the Directions for Use under restrictions
with any conflicting information removed.
"The maximum rate per crop cycle is 1.0 lb ae/acre.
Preplant:
Limited to 2 preplant applications per crop cycle.
Maximum of 0.5 lb ae/acre per preplant application.
Apply not less than 15 days prior to planting soybeans."
Or
"Preplant:
Limited to 1 application per crop cycle.
Max.imum of 1.0 ae/acre per preplant application.
Apply not less than 30 days prior to planting soybeans."
25) The 2 pint application rate must be reduced to comply with the established rates for
Imazaquin on soybeans with a maximum of 0.25 lb. acid equivalent (ae)/acre per year and a
maximum single application rate is 0.125 lb. ae/acre.
26) A 90 day preharvest (PHI) is must be added as a restriction to the Directions for Use with any
conflicting information being removed.
27) Under MINIMUM DAYS PLANTBACK INTERVAL on page 15, correct the "mons" typo
and replace it with "months".
28) Under MINIMUM DAYS PLANTBACK INTERVAL on page 15, the following phrases
must be clarified and the term "Region" and "region" must be clearly defined:
Wheat
Oats, other small grains
All other crops
4-18 months depending on Region
11-18 months depending on region
12-18 months depending on crop and region
29) Remove the reference "Maximum seasonal use rate: Refer to Table 5." at the top of page 15.
NOTE: No such Table could be located on the label.
30) Remove the reference to "Preharvest Interval (PHI): Refer to "FoodlFeed Crop Specific
Information". NOTE: No such header could be located on the label.
31) The Container Handling statements in the Storage and Disposal box on page 4 must be
updated to meet the guidelines established in Pesticide Registration (PR) Notice 2007-4. For
further information, please consult document can be located at
''http://www.epa.gov/PR_Notices/pr2007-4.pdf'.
32) The following changes must be made to the CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARRANTY
section of the label:
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EPA Registration #: 5905-583
Product Name: HM-0739
Helena Chemical Company
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a) At the beginning of the last sentence in the first paragraph, replace the term "To
the extent allowed by law" with "To the extent consistent with applicable law".
b) Add "TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LA W" at the
beginning of the first sentence in the third paragraph for the sentence to read ""TO
THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW, BUYER'S
EXCLUSIVEREMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S
EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS ...... "
c) Add ""TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW" at the
beginning of third sentence in the third paragraph for the statement to read "TO
THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO CASE
SHALL HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY OR THE SELLER BE LIABLE
FOR CONSQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ...... "
33) NOTE: While no additional data is being requested at this time, any marketing claims made
on the pesticide label must be substantiated by data maintained in your files. If data supporting
marketing claims made on the product label is not available then those claims must be removed.
34) NOTE: 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 156.1 0(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.
35) Submit one (1) copy ofthe revised final printed label before the product is released for
shipment.
If these conditions are not complied with, the registration will be subject to cancellation in
accordance with FIFRA sec. 6( e). Your release for shipment of the product constitutes
acceptance of these conditions. A stamped copy of the label is enclosed for your records.
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HM-0789
For control of a wide-spectrum of annual, biennial, and perennial broadleaf weeds and grasses in
Soybeans
ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S):
Diethanolamine salt of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid ........................................... '" .................. '" ... 23.07%
, Diethanolamine salt of Dicamba .......................... " ............................................................. : .......... 17.52%
Ammonium salt of Imazaquin ........... ; ......................................................... , ..................................... 5.56%
INERT INGREDIENTS: ............................................................................................................... 53.85%
TOTAL........................... ............................................... ........................ ................................... 1-~O.00%
Equivalent to: ACCEPTED
2,4-D Acid: 1.55 Ibs./gal with COMMENTS
Dicamba Acid; 1.18Ibs./gal In EPA Letter Dated:
Imazaquin Acid :0.523Ibs/gal NOV - 4 2010
Isomer specific by AOAC Method 6.001-5 (12th Ed.) Under the Federal In.' ,.:tieide,
Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act
as amended, forthe pesticide
registered under EPA Reg. No. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
DANGERIPELIGRO
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 you in detail.).
IF IN EYES:
IF SWALLOWED:
IF ON SKIN OR
CLOTHING.:
FIRST AID
• Hold eye open and rinse slowly arid gently with water for 15-20 minutes.
e Rernovecontact lenses, i(present, after first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatmentadvice
• Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.
• Have a person sip a glass of water if able to swallow.
• Do· not induce yomiting unless told te)" do so by a poison control center or doctor.
e Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
• Take off contaminated clothing ..
• Rinse skin immedi~tely with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
• Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
HOT LINE NUMBE~· Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or
going for treatment. You. may also confact 1-800-424~9300 for emergency medical treatment information.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.
EPA REG. NO. 5905-
EPA EST. NO.
SN:
Manufactured For:
Helena Chemical Company
225 Schilling Boulevard, Suite 300
Collierville, TN 38017
NET CONTENTS:
o 1 Gallon (3. 785 Liters)
o 2.5 Gallons (9.46 Liters)
o 55 Gallons (208.18 Liters)
o 250 Gallons (946.1 Liters)
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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
DANGER
Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Do not get in
eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may
cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
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 A,B, C, D, E, F, G, or H on an EPA chemical r¢sistance category selection chart.
All mixers, loaders, and applicators and other handlers must wear:
o Long-Sleeved shirt and long pants
o Shoes plus socks
• Chemical resistant gloves (except for applicators using ground boom equipment, pilots and flaggers)
See engineering controls for additional requirement and exceptions.
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables exist, use
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.
If this container contains over 1 gallon and less than 5 gallons, mixers and loaders who do not use a mechanical
system (probe and pump) to transfer the contents of this container must wear coveralls or a chemical-resistant
apron in addition to the other required PPE.
If this container contains 5 gallons or more in capacity, do not open pour. A mechanical system (such as a probe
and pump or spigot) must be used for transferring the contents of this container. If the contents of a non-refillable
pestiCide container are emptied,. the probe must be rinsed before removal.
Pilots must use cockpits in a manner that meets the requirement listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for
agricultural pesticides (40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)).
ENGINEERING CONTROL STATEMENTS
When handlers use 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 hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.
• Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and change into clean
clothing.
• Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon
as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
This product is toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Drift or runoff may adversely affect aquatic invertebrates and non·
target 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. Do not contaminate water byc/eaning of equipment or disposing of equipment
washwater or rinsate. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target area. Spray equipment used in
applying this product should be thoroughly cleaned before using for any other purpose. Use repeated flushing wnh
soap and warm water or suitable chemical cleaner. It is best to use a separate sprayer for application of insecticides
and fungicides.
Groundwater Contamination: Most cases of groundwater contamination involving phenoxy herbicides such as 2,4·0
have been associated with mixingnoading and disposal sites. Caution~shbuld be exercised when handling 2,4-0
pesticides at such sites to prevent contamination of groundwater ~upplies. Use· of closed systems for mixing or
transferring this pesticide will reduce the probability of spills; Placement of the mixinglloading equipment on an
impervious pad to contain spills will help prevent groundwater contamination.
Endangered Species Concerns: .
The use of any pesticide in a manner that may kill or otherwise harm and endangered species or adversely modify
their habitat is a violation of federal law.
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 dfrectly 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.
Unless otherwise directed in supplemented labeling, all applicable directions, restrictions, precautions and
Conditions of Sale and Warranty are to be followed. This labeling must be in the user's possession during
application. Maxhnum single application rate of Dicamba : 1.0 Ib ai/acre and no more than 2
applications per year.·
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 asststance. 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 24 hours.
PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that
involves contact with anything that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or water, is:
• Coveralls worn over short·sleeve shirt and short pants,
• Chemical·resistant footwear plus socks
• ,Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material
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• Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
PROHIBITIONS: Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. Do not store under conditions that
might adversely affect the container or its ability to function properly.
PESTICIDE STORAGE: Do not store below temperature of 32°F or above 100°F. Store in original container in a
well-ventilated area separately from fertilizer, feed, and foodstuffs. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Reduce stacking height where local conditions can affect package strength.
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Pesticide wastes are toxic. Wastes resulting fromthis product maybe disposed of on site
or at an approved waste disposal facility. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a
violation of Federal law and may contaminate groundwater. If these wastes .cannot be disposed of by use according
to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmentai Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste
represent.ative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance;
CONTAINER DISPOSAL:
Plastic/Metal Containers: Triple rinse (or equivalent) and add rinsate to spray tank. Then offer for recycling or
reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or if allowed by state and local
authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.
Returnable-Refillable Container (Drum/BulkiMini~bulk):
When this container is empty, replace the cap and seal all openings that have been opened during use; and return
'\·f'-'the container to the point of purchase or to a designated Idcation named at the time of purchase of this product in a
bulk container. This container may only be refilled with this herbiCide. DO NOt REUSE THE CONTAINER FOR
ANY OTHER PURPOSE. Prior to refilling, inspect carefully for damage such as cracks, punctures, abrasions,
worn-out threads and closure devices. Check for leaks after refilling and before transporting. Do not transport if
this container is damaged' or leaking. If the container is darnaged; leaking or obsolete, contact CHEMTREC at 1-
800-424-9300 or Helena Chemical Company at 901-761-0050. If not returned to the point of purchase or to the
designated location, triple rinse emptied container and offer for recycling. Disposal of this container must be in
compliance with state and local regulations.
In Case of Spill: In case of large-scale spillage regarding this product, call ChemTrec 800-424-9300.
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled:
Dike and contain the spill with inert material (sand, earth, etc) and transfer liquid and solid diking material to
separate containers for disposal. RemoVe contaminated clothing, and wash affected skin areas with soap and
water. Wash clothing before re-use. Keep the spill out of all sewers and open bodies of water.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
HM·O739™ is a unique broad spectrum pre-plant (burndown), pre-emergence, postharvest( following crop)
herbicide for controlling a wide annual, biennial, and perennial weeds and grasses in Soybeans. When HM-0739 is
applied pre-plant or pre-emergence susceptible weeds emerge, growth stops, and the weeds either die or are not
competitive with the crop. When HM70739 is applied postharvestnt,absorption of the product occurs through the
foliage and roots. Susceptible weeds cease to be competitive with crop as they die.
In many cases a light shallow cultivation may aid in the control of certain weeds or improve general weed control
when adequate moisture is not received after application. In postharvest applications, wait approximately 10 days
after application before cultivating.
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Use of this product in certain portions of California, Oregon, and Washington is subject to the January 22, 2004
Order of Injunctive Relief in Washington Toxics Coalition et all vs. EPA C01-132C (W.D.WA.). For information,
please refer to www.epa.gov/espp/wtc/.
Mode of Action
HMDO739™ contains three active ingredients uniquely formulated to be used alone or tank mixed with other listed
products as well as liquid fertilizer solutions. HM·0739™ is readily absorbed by plants through shoot and root
uptake, trans locates throughout the plant's system, and accumulates in areas of active growth. HM·0739™
interferes with the plant's growth hormones (auxins) resulting in death of ma,nybroadleaf weeds and grasses.
For best results, thoroughly clean sprayer equipment (tank, lines and nozzles) immediately after use by flushing
system with water and heavy duty detergent or other suitable tank cleaner.
II. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Apply HM·O739™ at the rates and growth stages listed ih Tables 1 and 2 as follows unless instructed differently.
HM-0739TftI may be applied using water or sprayable fluid fertilizer as a carrier. Sprayable fluid fertilizer may be
used as the carrier in preplant or pre-emergence use for all crops listed on this label. PostharVestnce uses with
sprayable fluid fertilizer may be made on Soybeans wheat crops only. The most effective application rate and
timing varies based on the target weed species (refer to Table I). In mixed populations of weeds the correct rate is
determined by the weed species requiring the highest rate. Delaying application permits weeds to exceed the
maximum size and will prevent adequate control. For certain specified applications liquid fertilizer or oil may replace
part or all of the water as diluent. If dry flowable (DF); wettable powder (WP) or flow~ble (F) tank mix products are
to be used, these should generally be added to the spray tank first Refer to the mixing directions on the labels of
the tank mix products. ..
Irrigation:
In irrigated areas, it may be necessary to irrigate before treatment to ensure active weed growth.
CHEMIGATION PROHIBITION
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
Spray Coverage: .
Weeds must be thoroughly covered with spray. Dense leaf canopies shelter smaller weeds and prevent adequate
spray coverage.
Sensitive Crop Precautions:
HM·0739™ may cause injury to desirable trees and plants, particularly beans, cotton, flowers, fruit trees, grapes,
ornamentals, peas, potatoes, soybeans, sunflowers, tobacco, tomatoes and other broad leaf plants when contacting
their roots, stems or foliage. These plants are most sensitive to HM·0739™ during their development or growing
stage. Do not treat areas where either possible downward movement into the soil or surface washing may cause
contact of HM·0739™ with the roots of desirable trees and shrubs.
Drift Reduction Information:
The following information may be helpful in reducing possible spray drift from ground or aerial applications. Avoid
making applications when spray particle may be carried by air currents to areas where sensitive crops and plants
are growing. Do not spray near sensitive plants if the wind is gusty or in excess of 5 mph and moving in the
direction of nearby sensitive crops or if a temperature inversion exists. Always determine the direction and distance
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of possible spray drift prior to application. Leave an adequate buffer zone between arE~a to_,be treated and sensitive
plants. Coarse sprays are less likely to drift out of the target area than fine sprays. Properly maintain and calibrate
all spray equipment. The use of agriculturally accepted drift retardants are acceptable and advised. Avoid
applications within the vicinity of susceptible plants when at all possible. Do not apply in greenhouses.
AERIAL APPLICATION METHODS AND EQUIPMENT
Water Volume: Use 3-10 gallons of water per acre. Use the higher spray volume when treating dense or tall
vegetation.
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Application Equipment: Select nozzles designed to produce minimal arpounts of fine spray particles. Make
applications at the lowest stage height to reduce the exposure of spray droplets to evaporation and wind. The
applicator must follow the most restrictive use cautions to avoid drift hazards, including those found in this labeling
as well as applicable state and local regulations and ordinances.
SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT
AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICATOR.
The interaction of many equipment-and-weather-related factors determine the potential for spray drift. The
applicator is responsible for considering all these factors when making decisions.
The following drift management requirements'must be followed to avoid off-target 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 poiht backward 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.
AERIAL DRifT REDUCTION ADVISORY
[This section is advisory in nature and does not supersede the mandatory label requirements.]
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.
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CD 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, u~e higherfl9w rate nozzles instead of
increasing pressure.
o 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 s'ome 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 target 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 adjusting the path of the
aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance should increase. with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller
drops, etc.)
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 inversions.
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 continue 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
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Tbe pesticide should only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential areas,
bodies of water, known habitanor threatened or endangered species,non-target crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind
is blowing away from the sensitive areas). '
Table 1. Application Rate and Timing - Annual Weeds
(For use in non-food/feed crops only: the addition of liquid fertilizer (28-0-0,32-0-0) solutions at % the GPA spray
solution has shown to give increased efficacy.)
Weeds Controlled Rate Per Acre (according to weed growth 'stage)
(including ALS - and 1/3 pints 2/3 pints 1 pints 11/8 pints " 1 2/3'pints 2 pints
triazjne~resistant)
Beebalm, Spotted - - - pre-bloom post-bloom -
Broomweed 1-3" 3" - branching - after
"
branching branching
Buckwheat, Wild - 1-6" - - - -
Buffalobur - - - 1-6" - Flowering
Burdock - pre-flower - - - -
Buttercup - pre-flower - early bloom' late bloom -
Chickweed, Common - Seedling 1-3" - - -
Cockle, Cow - < 3" - - - -
Cocklebur, Common - 1-6" 6-12" 12-18" - -
Coreopsis, Plains 1-4" 1-6" - - - -
Croton, Woolly - 4-12" 12-30" - - -
Dogfennel - - - 10-15" - -
Evening Primrose - < 2" - 2-6" - -
Flax - < 2" - - - -
Fleabane, Annual - 1-4" 4-8" 8" -
Fixweed - < 3" - - -
Henbit - - preflower - flower, -
Knotweed Spp. - <:: 3" - > 3" runners - actively
runners growing
Kochia - 1_6" 6-10" 10-20" - actively
growing
Lambsquarters, - 1-6" 6-10" 10-20" - actively
Common growing
Mallow, Common - <3" - - - -
Morning glory, Ivyleaf - pre-flower - - - -
, Tall - I Qre-f1ower - post-flower - -
Mustards, Annual Rosette early bolt - -
, Tansy - < 3" -
Pennycress, Field - - - rosette - -
Pepperweed, Virginia - - 1-3" 3-6" after -
branching
Pigweed, Prostrate - < 3" - - - -
, Redroot - < 3" 3-10" - - -
I Smooth - <3" - - - -
I Tumble - < 3" - mature - -
Poorjoe - prior to - - - actively
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Weeds Controlled Rate Per Acre (according to weed growth stage)
(including ALS - and 1/3 pints . 213 pints" 1 pints 11/8 pints l' 2/3 pints 2 pints
triazine-resistant)
flower growing
Purslane, Common < 3" 3-8" - -
Ragweed, Common >10" -
Western, 1-3" 3-6" 6-10" actively growing - -
Lanceleaf
Sedge1 - - - - - -
Shepherdspurse - Rosette - - - -
Smartweed, - <4" - - 4-12" -
Pennsylvania
Sneezeweed, Bitter - 1-4" Prior to flower - -
flower
Sowthistle - Rosette - bolting . ' - ---. .,_.-
Sunflower - 1-3" }6"," 6-24" - -" ..... -
Thistle, Russian - - - rosette - -
Velvetleat - < 6" 6-20" > 20" - -
1 For use in non-food/feed crop only. Adding crop oil concentrate has shown to improve performance on
actively growing annual sedge.
Table 2. Application Rate and Timing - Biennial and Perennial Weeds.
(The addition of liquid fertilizer (28-0-0,32-0-0) at ~ the GPA of the spray solution has proven to give increase
suppression or control on certain species of weeds.) ,
Rate Per Acre (acCording to weed growth stage)
Weeds Controlled 1/32ints 213 pints 1 pints' 11/8 pints 1 213 pints 2 pints
Bindweed, Field - - - - - actively
growing
Bittercress - 2-3" - - - -
Buckeye species1 - - - - full leaf -
Bullnettle2 - - - flower - -
Chircory - - - - early bolting -
Clove, Bur - - Pre-flower - - -
Dandelion, Common - Rosette - bolting - -
Dewberry, Southern 1 - - - - - spring or fall
Dock, Curly - - prior to - after bolting -
bolting
Elderberry2 - - - - - actively
growing
Goldenrod, Missouri - - - 3-15" flower -
Groundsel, Texas - Rosette post-bolting - - -
Honeysuckle, Hairy - - - - spring or -
fall
Horsenettle, Carolina1 - - - - - flower or berry
Ivy, Poison - - - after bloom - -
Knapweed, Black2 - - - - - actively
growing
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Rate Per Acre (according to weed growth stage)
Weeds Controlled 1/3 pints 213 pints 1 pints 11/8 pints 1 2/3 pints: . 2 pints
, Russian2 - - - - - actively
growing
, Spotted - - - - - actively
growing
Marshelder - - - <12" 12"/prebloo
m
Mesquite3 - - - - - 45-90 days
after bud break
Milkweed, Antelopehorn2 - - - . pre-flower - Flower
Nightshade, Silverleaf1 - - - full flower - -
,Black1 - - - full flower _. actively
growing
Persimmon, Eastem3 - - - - - . actively
growing
Prickly, Lettuce - - - rosette - actively
growing
Rabbitbrush2 - - - ., - -
Ragwort, Tansy - - - rosette - actively
growing
Redvine2 - - - - - actively
growing
Sagebrush, Fringed2 - - - - - actively
growing
Smartweed - - - - - -
Sorrel, Red - - Rosette bolting flower actively
growing
Sowthistle2 - - - - - actively
growing
Spurg~, Leafy2 - - - - - full leaf
Tallow Tree, Chinese4 - - - - - -
Thistle, Bull - - Rosette bolting - actively
growing
,Canada2 .. - - - - - -
, Musk - - - rosette/boltin - -
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, Plumeless - - Rosette bolting - -
Vetch, Hairy - 1-4" 4-8" 8" full flower - -
Yankeeweed - - - 10-18" - Rosette
Yellow Starthistle1 - - - - - -
1 May require repeat applications
2 Recommended rate will provide top growth suppression only.
3 For improved root kill or woody species such as mesquite and eastern persimmon spray 2 pints of per
acre HM·0739™ each year for 3 consecutive years.
4 Under dense populations, a second application may be needed the following growing season.
For increased control of weeds such as blackberry and dewberry, HM·0739™ may be tank mixed with
........................................ ( ............ ounces per acre), if labeled for the use site.
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Weeds Contolled ( continued)
'WEED
Barnyard grass
Com,volunteer
Foxtail, giant
Green and Yellow Foxtail
Goosegrass
Johnsongrass, seedling
Shattercane
Signalgrass
Yellow, Nutsedge
Ground Application (Banding)
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LEVEL OF CONTROL
GRASSES
Suppression
Suppression
Control to Suppression
Control to Suppression
Suppression
C~>ntrol to Suppression
,Suppression
. S:U'ppression
Sedges
Coritol to Suppression
When applying HM·O739™ herbicide by banding, determine the amount of herbicide and water volume needed
using the following formula:
Bandwidth in inches x Broadcast rate = Banding herbicide
Row width in inches per acre rate per acre
Bandwidth in inches x Broadcast rate = Banding water
Row width in inches volume per acre volume per acre
Ground Application (Broadcast)
Water volume: Use 10-25 gallons of spray solution per broadcast acre for optimal performance. Use the higher
spray volume when treating dense or tall vegetation.
Application Equipment: Select nozzle design to produce minimal amounts of fine spray particles. Spray nozzles as
close to the weeds as is practical for good weed coverage.
Spot or Small Area Application
HM·0739™ may be applied to individual clumps or small areas of undesirable vegetation using handgun or similar
types of application equipment. Apply diluted sprays to allow complete wetting (up to runoff) of foliage and stems.
For knapsack or other small capacity sprayers, prepare a solution of HM·0739™ in water according to Table 3
(assuming that the spot treatment rate equates to 40 gallons pre acre on the broadcast basis.) Adding a surfactant
(0.5% by volume) can help improve control.
Do not make spot treatments in addition to broadcast or band treatments.
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Application equipment: Select nozzles designed to produce minimal amounts of fine spray particles. Spray with
nozzles as close to the weeds as is practical for good weed coverage.
Table 3. - Knapsack Sprayer Dilution Instructions
Sprayer Capacity Amount of HM·O739™
(gallons of water) to add to the spray tank
1 gallon 2/3 fluid ounce*
3 gallons 2 fluid ounces
5 gallons 3ftuid ounces
* 1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons
III. ADDITIVES
To improve burndown of emerged weeds, surfactants and/or lo~ use rates of Iiquid.fer1i1izers (28-0-0; 32-0-0), or
crop oil concentrate may be used with HM·O739™ herbicide o{HM .. 0739™ tank mixes applied after the weeds have
emerged. Crop oil concentrate is for non-food/feed crop uses only. Do not apply tank mixes that include
Ammonium Sulfate or Crop Oil Concentrate to any food/feed trop use listed on this label. For food/feed crop use,
do not use liquid fertilizers that contain Ammonium Sulfate (AMS) as a source of nitrogen as tolerances in
commodities derived from the crop may contain residues that exceed established tolerances.
Oil Concentrate
A crop oil concentrate must contain either a petroleum or vegetable oil base and must meet all of the following
criteria:
• be non-phytotoxic
• contain only EPA-exempt ingredients
o provide good mixing quality in the jar test, and
• be successful in local experience
The exact composition of suitable products will vary; however, vegetable oil and petroleum oil concentrates should
contain ,emulSifiers to provide good mixing quality. Highly refined vegetable oils have proven more satisfactory than
unrefined vegetable oils. For additional information, see Compatibility Test for Mix Components.
Adjuvants containing crop oil concentrates may be useq for preplant, pre-emergence applications. Do not use crop
oil concentrate for pre-emergence applications in food/feed crops (Le. grass (hay or silage), pastures, rangeland,
and wheat.)
Nitrogen Source
Sprayable liquid fertilizers: Use %GPA of sprayable liquid fertilizers (28-0-0; 32-0-0) per acre. Do not use brass or
aluminum nozzles when spraying fertilizers.
Non-ionic Surfactant
The standard labe! recommendation is 1-2 pints of an 80% active non-ionic spray surfactant per 100 gallons of
water. (Rate will vary with the size and condition of weeds to be controlled. Use lowest rate per 100 gallons when
weeds are small and actively growing. As weeds increase in size and or become hardened off,.the rate of non-ionic
surfactant will have to be increased to give optimum coverage and control.)
Table 4. Additive Rate Per Acre.
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Additive1 Rate Additive Per Acre
. Non-ionic Surfactant· 2-4 pints per 100 gallons2
Sprayable Liquid Fertilizers (28-0-0; 32-0-0) % GPA of spray solution
Crop Oil Concentrate 1 quart
1 See manufacturer's label for specific rate recommendations.
2 Use lowest rate per 100 gallons when weeds are small and actively growing. As weeds increase in size and or
become hardened off, the rate of non-ionic surfactant will have to be increased to give optimum coverage and
control.
IV. GENERAL TANK MIXING INFORMATION
Tank Mix Partners/Components
Do not tank mix HM·O739™ with any other product that contains 2,4-D,dicamba or imazaquin.
The following products may be tank mixed with HM·0739™ according to the specific tank mixing instructions in this
label and respective product labels if registered and labeled for use on Soybeans.
BGramoxone® Extra (paraquat) gAim 1M (carfentrazone-ethyl)
QAlly® (metsulfuron-methyl)
gAmber® (triasulfuron)
QAsulox® (asulam)
gHarmony® Extra (thifensulfuron-methyl + tribenuron­
methyl)
gAtrazine
9Basagran® (bentazon)
BBronate® (bromoxynil + MCPA)
BBuctril® (bromoxynil)
BCanvas® (thifensulfuron-methyl + tribenuron-methyl +
metsulfuron-methyl)
gCyclone® (paraquat)
90akota® (fenoxaprop-p-ethyl + MCPA)
gEvik® (ametryn) .
gExpress® (tribenuron-methyl)
gFinesse® (chlorsulfuron + metsulfuron-methyl)
gGlean® (ch/orsulfuron)
9Gly Star™ Plus (glyphosate)
gKarmex® (diuron)
gKerb ™ (pronamide)
gLaddok® S-12 (bentazon + atrazine)
£MCPA
gParaniount® (quinclorac)
gPeak® (prosylfuron)
8Permit® (halosiJlfuron-methyl)
BRoundup® Ultra (glyphosate)
gSencor® (metribuzin)
9Sinbar® (terbacil)
BStinger TM (clopyralid)
gTordon TM (picloram)
gT ouchdown® (glyphosate)
See "VI. Food/Feed Crop Specific Information" section for more information for more details. Read and follow the
applicable Restrictions and Limitations and Directions for Use on all products involved in tank mixing. The most
restrictive labeling applies to tank mixes. Physical incompatibility, reduced weed control, or crop injury may result
from mixing HM·O739™ with other pesticides (fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, or miticides), additives, or
fertilizers.
Compatibility Test for Mix Components
Before mixing components, always perform a compatibility jar test.
For 20 gallons per acre spray volume, use 3.3 cups (800 ml) of water. For other spray volumes adjust accordingly.
Only use water from the intended source at the source temperature.
Add components in the sequence indicated in the Mixing Order using 2 teaspoons for each pound or 1 teaspoon for
each pint of recommended label rate per acre.
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Always cap the jar and invert 10 cycles between component additions.
When the components have all been added to the jar, let the solution stand for 15 minutes. Evaluate the solution
for uniformity and stability. The spray solution should not have free oil on the surface, nor fine particles that
precipitate to the bottom, nor thick (clabbered) texture. If the spray solution is not compatible, repeat the
compatibility test with the addition of a suitable compatibility agent. If the solution is still incompatible, do not mix
the ingredients in the same tank.
Mixing Order
If an inductor is used, rinse it thoroughly after each component has been added. Maintain constant agitation during
application.
1. Water Begin by agitating a thoroughly clean sprayer tank half full of clean water.
2. Agitation. Maintain constant agitation throughout mixing and a.pplication.
3. Products in PYA bags. Place any product contained in water-soluble bags into the mixing tank. Wait until all
water-soluble PYA bags have fully dissolved and the prOduct is evenly mixed in the spray tank before
continuing.
4. Water-dispersible products (such as dry flowables, wettable powders, suspension concentrates, and suspo-
emulsoins)
5. Water-soluble products (such as HM·0739™ ).
6. Emulsifiable concentrates (such as oil concentrate, when applicable).
7. Water-soluble additives (such as liquid fertilizers (28-0-0; 32-0-0), when applicable).*
8. Remaining quantity of water.
* If sprayable fluid fertilizer is used as the carrier.
Always perform the Compatibility Test before mixing into the spray tank. Also, when using a sprayable fluid
fertilizer as the carrier, any product contained in PYA bags must first be completely dissolved in water before the
contents can be added to the fertilizer mix.
Tank Mix:tures with Glyphosate herbicides:
When applied preplant or pre-emegent burndown or postharvest, Glyphosate may be mixed with HM-0739 for
increased control of weeds common to minimum, conventional or no-till production such as marestail and prickly
lettuce. Always include a CPDA certified adjuvant in the spray solution. Glyphosate will aid in the bumdown of
exsiting weeds while the imazaquin component of HM-0739 will help control or suppress non-emereged weeds .
. All refer to the Glyhosate label for recommended rate of timing of Glyphosate.
Observe all precautions and limitations on the Glyphosate product label.
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V. RESTRICTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
o Maximum seasonal use rate: Refer to Table 5.
o Preharvest Interval (PHI): Refer to "Food/Feed Crop Specific Information"
• Restricted entry Interval (REI): 48 Hours
o Crop Rotational Restrictions:
CROP
Corn
Cotton
Barley,
Wheat
Oats, other
small grains
Soybean
MINIMUM DAYS PLANT BACK INTERVAL
(Areas> %" rainfall or irrigation after
2/3-1
pints/A
11mons
18 months
11 months
application) *
>1-2
pints/A
11 months
18 months
11 months
4-18 months depending on Region
11-18 months depending on region
30 days 45 days
Sugar Beets and Red Table Beets: 40 months
All other 12-18 months depending on crop and region
crops
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*NOTE: A cumulative 1/2 inches of rainfall or irrigation must occur in 2 or less rainfalls and/or irrigations before
calculating plantback interval.
o Arid (dry) conditions: it is extremely important that the addition of a suitable Nonionic Surfactant, Oil, or
sprayable fertilizer be used when applying HM-0739™. Higher rates of HM-0739™ may be needed to control
susceptible weeds in this environment.
o Rainfast Pe~od: Rainfall or irrigation occurring within 4 hours after postharvestnce applications may reduce
effectiveness of HM·0739™.
o Stress: Do not apply to crops under stress such as stress due to lack of moisture, hail damage, flooding,
,herbicide injury, mechanical injury, or widely fluctuating temperatures, as unsatisfactory control may result.
• Do not apply to crops that show injury (leaf phytotoxicity or plant stunting) produced by any other prior
herbicide applications, because this injury may be enhanced or prolonged.
o Do not apply this product through any type of Irrigation equipment. Do not contaminate irrigation ditches or
water used for domestic purposes.
• This product cannot be used to formulate or reformulate another pesticide product.
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When perennial weeds are reaching maturity, mowing and allowing some regrowth will enhance control. Difficult to
control weeds may require a repeat application.
Grazing and Feeding Non-Lactating Animals: Do not graze or feed treated forage ( soybean or likewise),
hay or straw to livestock Do not permit meat animals being finished for slaughter to graze treated fields.
Grazing and Feeding Lactating Animals: Do not graze lactating dairy animals
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Avoid disturbing treated areas following application. Treatments may not kill weeds that develop from seed or
underground plant parts such as rhizomes or bulblets, after the effective period for HM·0739™. For seedling
control, a follow-up program or other cultural practices could be instituted.
Between Crop Tank Mixes:
In tank mixes with one or more of the following herbicides, apply 1.0 - 1.25 pints of HM·O739™ per acre for control
of annual weeds, or 1.25 - 2 pints of HM·0739™ per acre for control of biennial and perennial weeds if registered.
for use in Soybeans.
Aim
Ally
Amber
Atrazine
Cyclone
Finesse
Gly Star Plus
Gramoxohe Extra
Kerb
Paramount
Sencor
Tordon 22K
Touchdown
CONSERVATION RESERVE PROGRAMS AND GENERAL FARMSTEAD
HM·0739™ is recommended for use for Conservation Reserve Programs, general farmstead (non-cropland only),
weed and brush control, or use in State Recognized Noxious Weed areas (non-cropland areas).
Refer to Tables 1 and 2 for r(lte selection based on targeted weed or brush species. Some weed species will
require tank mixes for adequate control.
Rates above 21/2 pints of HM .. 0739™ per acre are for spot treatments only.
Retreatments may be made as needed; however, do not exceed a total of ............ pints of HM .. 0739™ per treated
acre during a growing season.
Farmstead and Fence-row Treatment Application Instructions
HM·0739™ may be applied using water or oil and water emulsions in spot application to control undesirable
vegetation using handgun or similar types of application equipment. In addition to weed species listed in Tables 1
and 2, these treatments may be used to control or suppress woody plant species listed in Table 7.
To prepare soil and water emulsions, mix in the or'CIer and proportions indicated below.
The solution should remain milky colored without an oily layer on top when under agitation. If an oily layer forms,
increase the amount of emulsifier or change to a more effective emulsifier.
Do not exceed 40 gallons of spray solution per treated acre per application ............. pints of HM·O739™ in forty
gallons of spray solution contains '" .. , ....... pounds acid equivalent of dicamba and ............... pounds acid
equivalent of 2,4-0 and ....... , ...... pounds acid equivalent imazaquin.. Spray plants to wet. Do not allow this spray
mix to contact desirable vegetation.
To control brush, briars, and weeds along fence-rows surrounding pasture and ranch lands, and fallow fields, use a
tank mix of 1.5% HM·0739™, 88.5% water, 10% diesel oil, and sufficient emulsifier (to mix the diesel and
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emulsifier),' The diesel oil in this tank mix will damage or kill desirable grasses and should not be used in pastures
or where damage to desirable species cannot be tolerated.
1. Water: Begin by agitating a thoroughly clean sprayer tank with the desired quantity of clean water. Maintain
constant agitation during complete mixing procedure.
2. Emulsifier: Add 0.5% volume to volume of water.
3. HM-0739™: add 1.5 gallons per 100 gallons of total intended solution.
4. Diesel Oil: Add 10 gallons per 100 gallons of total intended solution.
Maintain constant agitation during application. Under good agitation, the spray solution should be milky white with
no oil layer on top. If oil layer forms, increase the amount of emulsifier or change 'to a more effective emulsifier.
FOR SPRAYING FOLIAR APPLICATIONS:
1. Spray when leaves have reached full size but have not hardened due to drought or maturity.
2. Spray individual plants to wet with handgun.
3. For larger stems (up to 3" in diameter) and hardto control species, direct spray stream to base of stems to wet
the stem at soil surface in addition to wetting the foliag~,
4. Do not apply under drip line of desirable trees or adjacent to desirable vegetation.
FOR DORMANT BASAL APPLICATIONS:
1. Increase diesel oil content to 15% or 15 g~llons of diesel oil per 100 gallons of total solution.
2. Spray in late winter and early spring before plants break dormancy.
3. Spray the bottom 24" of the target stem to wet on all sides;
4. For larger stems (up to 3" in diameter) and hard to kill species direct the spray solution to the base of target
stems to wet the soil at the ~tem/soil junction in addition to wetting the stem.
5. Do not apply under drip line of desirable trees or adjacent to desirable veg~tation.
FOR CUT SURFACE TREATMENTS:
Apply HM~0739TM in an undiluted state as a cut surface treatment to control unwanted trees and prevent sprouts of
cut trees.
• Frill or Girdle Treatments: Make a continuous cut or a series of overlapping cuts using an axe to girdle tree
trunk. Spray or paint the cut surface with HM·O739™.
Stump Treatments: Spray or paint freshly cut surface with HM·O739™. The cambium layer (the area adjacent to
the bark) should be thoroughly wet Treat stumps within 6 hours after cutting.
Table 7. The following list of trees and vines can be controlled on farmsteads and fencerows as foliar, basal, or cut
surface treatments:
Alder.
Ash
Aspen
Basswood
Beech
Blackberry
Blackgum
Cedar
Cherry
Chinquapin
Cottonwood
Creosotebush
Dewberry
Dogwood
Elm
Grape
Greenbriar
Hawthorn (Thorn apple )
Hemlock
Hickory
Honeylocust
Honeysuckle
Hornbeam
Huckleberry
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Huisache
I'PI, Poison
Kudzu
Locust, Black
Maple
Mesquite
Oak
Oak, Poison
Olive, Russian
Persimmon, Eastern
Pine
Plum, Sand (Wild Plum)
Poplar
Rabbitbrush
Redcedar, Eastern
Rose, McCartney
Rose, Multiflora
Sagebrush, Fringe
Sassafras
Spruce
Sumac
Sweetgum
Sycamore
Tarbrush
Willow
Witchhazel
Yaupon
Yucca
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Weeds listed in this label:
Common Name
ANNUALS
Beebalm, Spotted
Broomweed, Common
Buckwheat, Wild
Buffalobur
Burdock
Buttercup, Corn
Chickweed, Common
Cockle, Corn
Cocklebur, Common
Coreopsis, Plains
Croton, Woolly
Devilsclaw,
Dogfennel (Cypressweed)
Eveningprimrose, Cutleaf
Flax
Fleabane, Annual
Flixweed
Henbit
Knotweed, Prostrate
Kochia
Lambsquarters, Common.
Lettuce, Prickly
Mallow, Common
Mornigglory, Ivyleaf .
Tan
Mustard, Annual
Tansy
Pennycress, Field
Pepperweed, Virginia
Pigweed, Prostrate,
Poorjoe
Redroot,
Smooth,
Tumble
Purslane, Common
Ragweed, Common,
Sedge
Lance-leaf,
Western
Shepherdspurse
Smartweed, Pennsylvania
Sneezeweed, Bitter
Sunflower, Common (wild)
Thistle, Russian
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Scientific Name
Monarda punctata
Gutierezia dracunculoides
Polygonum convulvulus
Solanum rostratum
Arctium spp.
Rannculus aryensis.
Stellaria media
Agrostf3mrna githago
Xanthil.Jin strumarium ...;
Coreopsis tinqtoria
Croton capitatus
proboscidea luisianica
Eupatorium capillifQlium
Oenothera lacinata
Unum catharticum
Erigeron annuus
Descurainia sophia
Lamiuma.mplexicaule
Polygohiiiri aviculare
Kochia scoparia.
Chenopodium a/bum
Lactuca serrio/a
Maaiva neg/ecta
Ipomea hederacea
Ipomea purupurea
Brassica spp.
Descurainia pinnata
Th/aspi arvense
Lepidium virginicum
Amaranthus blitoides
Amaranthus retroflexus
Amaranthus hybridus
Amaranthus albus
Diodia teres
Portulaca oleracea
Ambrosia ariemisiifolia
Ambrosia bidentata
Ambrosia psilostachya
Cyperus compressus
Capsella bursa-pastoris
Po/ygonum pensylvanicum
Helenium amurum
Helianthus annuus
Sa/sola iberica
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Common Name
BIENNALS AND PERENNIALS
Bindweed, field
Bittercress
Buckeye
Bullnettle
Chicory
Clover, Hop
Dandelion
Dock, Curly
Elderberry
Goldenrod, Missouri
Goldenweed, Common
Groundset
Honeysuckle, Hairy
Horsenettle
Ivy, Poison
Knapweed, Black
Russian
Spotted
Marshelder
Mesquite
Milkweed, Antelopehorn
Nightshade, Silverleaf
Black
Persimmon, Eastern
Rabbitbrush
Ragwort, Tansy
Redvine
Sagebrush, Fringed
Smartweed, Swamp
Sorrel, Red (Sheep Sorrel)
Sowthistle, Perennial
Spurge, Leafy
Starthistle, Yellow
Tallow Tree, Chinese
ThisHe, Bull
Canada
Musk
Plumeless
. Vetch
Yankeeweed
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Scientific Name
Convolvulus arvensis
Cardamine spp. .
AescuJus spp.
CnidoscuJus stimu/osus
Cichorium intybus ,
Trifo/eum aureum
Taraxacum offibihale
Rumex crispus .
SambucuscCahadensis
So/igago missoikiensis
/socp,a cprpmopifolia ' .
Senecio vulgaris'
Lonlcera
Solanum caroliniense .
Rhus radicans .
Centaurea nigra
. Centaurea repens
()3ntaurea maculasus
Ina anIwa
Prosopis julif/ora
Ascieplus
Salanum elaeagnitolium
Solanum nigrum
Diospyros virginiana
Chrysahthemus pu/chellus
Senecio jacobia
Brunnichia ovata
Artemisia frigida
Polygonum cocc;neum
Rumex acetosel/a
Sonchus arvensis
Euphorbia esula
Centauria solstitialis
Sapium sebiterum
Cirsium vulgare
Cirsium arvense
Carduus nutans
Carduus acanthaides
Vicia spp .
Eupatorium compositifalium
Look inside for complete Restrictions and Limitations and Application Instructions
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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. Crop injury, ineffectiveness, or other unintended consequences
may result because of such factors as weather conditions or presence of other materials. To the extent allowed by law, all
such risks shall be assumed by the Buyer ..
HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY warrants 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. HELENA
CHEMICAL COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER EXPRESS O-R IMPLIED WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY
DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR
DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODlJCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH
THE LABEL DIRECTIONS.
BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL
CLAIMS, LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT,
WHETHER OR NOT BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LlABI~ITY 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 WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. When Buyer
suffers losses or damages resulting from the use or ha~dJing of this prQ,duct (including claims based on contract,
negligence, strict liability, or other legal theories), Buyer mList pr()mptly notify Seller in writing of any claims to be eligible to
receive either remedy stated above! IN NO CASE SHALL HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY ORTHE SELLER BE LIABLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, sp.E'ciAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES RE8Ul TING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS
PRODUCT. HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY and the Seller qffer this product, and the Buyer accepts it, subject to the
foregoing Conditions of Sah~ a}1d Warranty, Which may be varied only by agreement in writing signed by a duly authorized
representative of HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY No employee or agent of HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY or the Seller
is authorized to vary or exceed the terrns qf this Warranty in any other manner.
HM-0739™ is a trademark of Helena. Holding Company.
Ally®, Canvas®, Express®. Finesse®. Glean®. Harmony®. Karmex®, and Sihbar® are registered trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours &
Company, '
Banvel®, Clarity®; Distinct®, Fallowmaster®, and Paramount®, are registered trademarks of BASF Corporation.
Basagran® and Laddbk® S-12 are registered trademarks of BASF AG.
Asulox®, Bronate®, Bi.ltril®, Dakota®, Tiller® are registered trademarks of Bayer CropScience.
Amber®, Evik®, Cyclone®,Sencor®, Gramoxone®, Peak®, Rave TM and Touchdown® are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Syngenta
Crop Protection.
landmaster®, Permit® and Roundup® Ultra are registered trademarks of Monsanto Company.
Curtail™, Stinger™, Grazon TM, Kerb™ and TordonlM are trademarks of Dow AgroSciences LLC.
AimTM is a trademark of FMC Corporation.
Fallow Star™ and Gly Star™ Plus are trademarks of Albaugh, Inc.
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