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# DIAZINON METHOXYCHLOR INSECTICIDE

- EPA Reg No: **5905-239**
- Registrant: HELENA AGRI-ENTERPRISES, LLC, D/B/A HELENA CHEMICAL COMP
- Signal word: Caution
- Active ingredients: Methoxychlor (20%); Diazinon (10%)
- Label accepted: 1995-11-02
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/005905-00239-19951102.pdf

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OPP Identifier Number 
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Section I 
1. CompanylProduct Number 2, EPA Product Manager 3. Proposed Classification 
5905-239 GEORGE LAROCCA 
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4. CompanylProduct (Name) PMI 
DIAZINON-METHOXYCHLOR INSECTICIDE 15 
5. Name and Address 01 Applicant {Include ZIP Code} 6, expedited Review. In accordance w~h FIFRA Section 3(c)(3) 
HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY (b)(i), my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 
6075 POPLAR AVENUE, SUITE 500 to: 
MEMPHIS, TN 38119 EPA Reg. No. 
o Chock if this is a new address Product Name 
Section II 
- Rnal printed labels in response to Amendment - Explain below 
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Agency lener dated 
Resubmission in response to Agency letter dated 
- "Me Too" Application. 
-.X Notification - Explain below. f--
Other - e"'l-Jlain below 
Explanation: Use additional pagels) if necessary. (For section I and Section II ) 
RESPONSE TO AGENCY LETTER OF SEPTEMBER 25, 1995 REGARDING UNSUPPORTED USES ON 
PRODUCT REGISTRATIONS CONTAINING METHOXYCHLOR. HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY 
WILL BE DELETING C~BERRIES FROM THIS LABEL. 
Section III 
1. Materfaf This Product Will 8e Packag~d In: 
Child-Resistant Packaging Unit Packaging Water Soluble Packaging 2. Type of Container 
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II "Yes," No. per II "Yes," No. par Paper 
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3. Location 01 Net Contents Information 4. Size(s) 01 Retail Container 5. Location of Label Directions 
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BOn Label 
On Labehng accompanying product 
6. Manner In Which Label Is Affixed To Product § Lithograph D Other ( . ____ 1 Paper glued 
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Section IV 
1. Contact Point (Complete items direcdy below lor identiflcaoon 01 individual to be contacted, if necessary, to process this application.) 
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BEVERLEY NEALE REGISTRATION SPECIALIST 901-537':'8611 
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Certification 6. (,ato Application . Received' . ... " I certify thatlhe statements I have made on this form and all attachments thereto are true, accurate and complete. .. • • 
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~~ ~IS PRODUCT MUST NOT BE USED ON GOLF COURSES AND SOD FARMS 
~ ~STRICTED USE PESTICIDE 
Due to Avian and Aquatic Toxicity 
For retail sale to and use only by Certified Applicators or persous under 
their direct supervision and only for those uses covered by the Certified 
Applicator's Certification 
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~ l-;;;AZINON® - METHOXYCHLOR 
INSECTICIDE 
/This product contains Diazinon aD and Methoxychlor 
~or control of insects on vegetables and small fruits 
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: 
*Methoxychlor: l,l,1,-trichloro-2, 2-bis(p-methoxyphenyl) ethane ..... . 
Diazinon: O,O-Diethyl 0-(2,isopropyl-6-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl) 
phosphorothiate .................................................. . 
INERT INGREDIENTS: ....................................................... . 
TOTAL ................................ . 
20.0% 
10.0% 
70.0% 
100.0% 
* Equivalent to 17.5% 2,2-bis(p-methoxyphenyl)-l,l,I,-trichloro ethane and 2.4% 
other isomers and reaction products. 
Contains Petroleum distillate 
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN - l.;l POW . .+ ~~ 
CAUTION - 1& POu.u- ~fU-
PRECAUCION AL USARIO: Si us ted no lee ingles, no use este producto hasta 
que Ie etiqueta haya sido explicado ampliamente. 
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See Inside Booklet for Additional Precautionary Statements 
EPA REG. NO.: 5905-239 
EPA EST. NO.: First letters of 
product batch code indicate 
prodUCing establishment: 
5905-GA-l=CG 5905-AR-l=WA 
5905-CA-l=KC 5905-IA-l=DI 
5905-FL-l=TF 
MANUFACTURED BY ;J 
HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY 
MF.MPHIS, TN. 38137_ 
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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
~ HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 
.ru. d ~AUTION - 18 PO~ ~ptJ 
Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes. skin and clothing. Wash 
thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Harmful if swallowed. inhaled. 
or absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Do not 
contaminate food or feed. Remov( contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 
May cause contact sensitization following repeated contact with skin in 
susceptible individuals. Avoid repeated contact with skin. If sensitization 
reactions result consult a physician. 
~ ~TATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 
IF IN EYES: Flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation 
develops or persists. 
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if 
irritation develops or persists. 
IF SWALLOWED: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Call a physician or poison control 
center immediately. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or con­
vulSing person. 
IF IN~ED: Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration. if 
necessary. to ~aintain breathing. (Do not give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation 
if exposure is due to swallowing). Get medical attention. 
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Atropine is antidotal for organic phosphate poisoning 
and should be given intravenously in relatively large amounts. 2-4 mg (1/30 
to 1/15 grain) at 5 to 10 minute intervals until the patient is atropinized. 
2-PAM may be given in severe cases. Give supportive therapy as needed. 
Lavage stomach if ingested. Solvent may present aspiration hazard. 
ItR.ci C ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
This pesticide is highly toxic to birds. fish. and wildlife i~cluding water­
fowl. Birds and waterfowl feeding or drinking on treated areas may be 
killed. Because of the migratory habits of certain Aclantic Coast waterfowl. 
do not apply this product in Nassau County. New York between November 1 and 
M?y 20. Do not exceed maximum permitted label rates. Rates above those 
recommended significantly increase potential hazards to birds and waterfowl. 
Avoid overlapping of sprays. Where irrigation (watering) is recommended 
apply a minimum of 0.25 inch of water immediately after application. Stop 
irrigation before pudding occurs. Keep out of lakes. streams. ponds. tidal 
marshes and estuaries (except for effluence from treated watercress :bepf~. Do 
not apply to water that will be used for recreational purpose and humar. and , , 
livestock consumption. Shrimp and crab may be killed at applicatio~'r&t~s 
recommended on this label. Do not apply where fish. shrimp. crab, and,other 
aquatic life are important resources. 
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This pesticide is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or 
residues on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this pesticide or allow 
it to drift to blooming crops or weeds if bees are visiting the treatment 
area. 
Fto.dLpHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS 
Do not use, pour, spill, or store near heat or ~pen flame . 
.ru.d LPIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with 
it s la be lj.hg. 
~ ~HEMIGATION PROHIBITION 
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system. 
rt..Ld [}JORK SAFETY RULES 
REPEATED EXPOSURES TO CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITORS SUCH AS ARE CONTAINED IN THIS 
PRODUCT MAY, WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSE PROLONGED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO VERY SMALL DOSES 
OF ANY CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITOR. 
Do not rub eyes or mouth with hands. If you feel sic'· in any way STOP work and get 
help right away. See Pract~cal Treatment Section of chis label. 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: 
Long-sleeved shirts; long-legged pants; shoes and sock; and chemical-resistant 
gloves. 
~ L-REENTRY STATEMENT 
Twenty-four hours must elapse between the time of application and the time a 
worker enters or is allowed to enter the treated area unless the person entering 
the treated area is wearing the personal protective equipment listed above. 
Because certain states may require more restrictive reentry intervals for varj 
crops treated with this product, consult your State Department of Agriculture. 
further information. 
Written or oral warnings must be given to workers who are expected to be in a 
treated area or in'ln area ahout to be treated with this product. Oral warnings 
must be given which inform workers of areas or fields that may not be entered 
without specific personal protective equipment for 24 hours after application and 
appropriate actions to take as described under Precautionary Statements on this 
label. When oral warnings are given, warnings shall be given in a language 
customarily understood by workers. Oral warnings must be given if there is 
reason to believe that written \larnings cannot be u"derstood by worker.s .. 
Writ~en warnings must include the following information: "CAUTION. Ar.ea'lleated 
with Diazinon-Methoxychlor on (date of application). Do not enter wit~out 
appropriate personal protective equipment for 24 hours after applicat{~n. In 
case of accidental exposure, flush eyes or skin with pl,.nty of water. C&ll a:·":": 
physician if irritation persists. Remove and wash contaminated clothing befor~ " 
reuse." 
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Store at temperatures 
storage or disposal. 
n..J DTORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
above 32°F. Do not contaminate 
Open dumping is prohibited. 
water, food, or feed by 
PESTICIDE: Pesticide wastes are toxic. 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: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, 
or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by other approved state and 
local procedures. 
ru.& LGENERAL INFOR11ATION 
Diazinon-Methoxychlor is an emulsifiable solution which is to be diluted with water. 
When ground applications are to be made dilute Diazinon-Methoxychlor with water 
according to the Directions for Use section. 
Diazinon-Methoxychlor is intended for use against insect pests of agricultural crops 
and should not be used in barns or dwellings. Applications should be repeated as 
necessary to maintain control. 
rr.....& DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
SMALL FRUIT INSECTS: 
For the control of the insects on the following crops, apply 2-1/2 qts. per 100 
gal. of water per acre as a thorough cover spray when insects first appear. 
Repeat applications at 7-10 day intervals as infestations warrant. 
CRANBERRIES: Cranberry Fruitworms, Leafhoppers, Spittlebugs: 
within 14 days of harvest. 
Do not apply 
GRAPES: Flea Bettles, Grape Berry Moths, Grape Leaf Folders, Grape Leaf Skeletonizers, 
Japanese Beetles, Leafhoppers, Pacific Mites, Rose Chafers: For Grape Berry Moths, 
apply as a post-bloom cover spray and repeat 10 days later; make third and fourth 
applications at 10 day intervals if necessary. 
Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. 
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NOTE: The California Department of Agriculture has set a 5-day reentry interval 
for Diazinon R on grapes. Five da:'s should lap~;e between the time of application 
and the time a worker may enter the field to en~age in any activity requiring 
substantial contact with treated foliage. When a mixture of two or more organic 
phosphate pestiCides are appli£d in combination, the interv31 should be prolonged 
by adding to the largest applicable interval an additional 50% of that interval. 
STRAWBERRIES: Aphids, Flea Bep.tles, Spittleburgs, Strawberry Leaf BeetJ.es,. Straw­
berry Leaf Rollers, Strawbe~ry Weevils, Two-Spotted Mites: Do not app).y" within 
5 days of harvest. 
VEGETABLE INSECTS: 
For the control of the insects on the following crops, use 2-1/2 qts. per acre 
in sufficient water fOl thorough coverage. Begin treatment at first sign of 
insect infestation and repeat at 7-10 day intervals as infestation war~au~s. 
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BROCCOLI: Aphids, Imported Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles: Do 
not apply within 14 days of harvest. 
CABBAGE: Aphids. Imported Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles: Do 
not apply within 7 days of harvest. 
CAULIFLOWER: Aphids, Imported Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles: 
Do not apply within 7 days of harvest. 
CARROTS: Aphids, Leafhoppers: Do not apply within 10 days of harvest or 14 days 
if tops are used for food or feed. 
COLLARDS: Aphids. Corn Earworms, Diamondback Moths. Flea Beetles, Harlequin 
Cabbage Bugs, Imported Cabbageworms: Do not apply within 14 days Df harvest. 
CORN: Fall Armyworms, Flea Beetles. Grasshoppers, Japanese Beetles. Rose Chafers: 
Do not apply within 7 days of harvest. Do not feed treated corn to livestock. 
Do not apply tc corn during the pollen shed period. 
CUMCL~ERS: Apl ids, Cucumber Beetles, Serpentine Leaf Miners, Thrips: Do not 
apply within 7 ~ays of harvest. 
KALE: Aphids, Corn Earworms, Diamondback Moths, Flea Beetles. Harlequin Cabbage 
Bugs: Do not apply within 14 days of harvest. 
LETTUCE: Aphids, Dipterous Leaf Miners. Leafhoppers: Do not apply within 
14 days of harvest. 
MELONS (Cantaloupes, Muskmelons, Watermelons): Aphids. Cucumber Beetles, Leaf­
hoppers, Melon Worms, Mites, Serpentine Leaf Miners, Thrips: Do not apply 
within 3 days of harvest. 
PEAS (SUCCULENT VARIETIES ONLY): Aphids, Pea Weevils: Do not apply within 7 days 
of harvest. Do not graze or feed treated peas vines or pea hay to livestock. 
Foliar application to peas: Do not apply if the crop or weeds in the treatment 
area are in bloom. 
POTATOES: Aphids, Banded Cucumber Beetles, Blister Beetles, Colorado Potato 
Eeetles, Dipterous Leaf Miners, Flea Beetles, Leafhoppers, Southern Armyworms: 
Do not apply within 35 days of harvest. 
Note: Do not apply to commercially grown potatoes which will be hand-harvested. 
Radishes: Aphids. Dipterous Leaf Miners, Flea Beetles: Do not apply within 10 
days of harvest. 
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SQUASH (Summer and Winter): 
Vine Borers: Do not apply 
10 days of harvest. 
Aphids. Cucumber Beetles, Leafhoppers, Mites, Squash 
to winter squash within 3 days or summer squash within 
TOMATOES: Aphids. Blister Beetles, Dipterous Leaf Miners. Fall Armyworms, Flea 
Beetles, Japanese Beetles. Tomato Fruitworms: Do not apply within 1 day of har~est. 
TURNIPS: Aphids, Dipterous Leaf Miners, Flea Beetles: Do not apply withiq 10 days 
of harvest or 14 days if tops are to be used as food 0r feed. • . 
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CONDITIONS OF SALE LIMITED WARRANTY 
AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES 
The directions on this label are believed to be reliable and should be 
followed carefully. Insufficient control of pests and/or injury to the 
crop to which the product is applied may result from the OCCurrence of 
extraordinary or unusual weather conditions, the failure to follow the 
label directions, or good application practices, all of which are beyond 
the control of Helena (the "Company") or seller. In addition, failure to 
follow label directions may cause injury to crops, animals, man or the 
environment. The Company warrants that this product conforms to the 
chemical description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purpose 
referred to in the directions for use subject to the factors noted above 
which are beyond the control of the Company. The Company makes no other 
warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, concerning 
the product, including no implied warranty of merchantibility Or fitness 
for any particular purpose, and no such warranty shall be implied by law. 
The exclusive remedy against the Company for any cause of action relating to 
the handling or use of this product is a claim for damage and in no event 
shall damages or any other recovery of any kind against the Company 
exceed the price of the product which causes the alleged loss, damage, 
injury, or other claim. The Company shall not be liable and any and all 
claims against the Company are waived fo~ special, indirect, incidental, or 
consequential damages or expense of any nature, including, but not limited 
to, loss of profits or income. 
The Company and the seller offer this product and the buyer and user accept 
it, Subject to the foregoing conditions of sale and limitation of warranty, 
liability and remedies. 
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