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# 6 LB. SODIUM CHLORATE DEFOLIANT-DESICCANT

- EPA Reg No: **5905-461**
- Registrant: HELENA AGRI-ENTERPRISES, LLC, D/B/A HELENA CHEMICAL COMP
- Signal word: Danger
- Active ingredients: Sodium chlorate (47.2%)
- Label accepted: 2005-03-11
- Source PDF: https://www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/005905-00461-20050311.pdf

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United St.t •• § Registration OPP Identifier Number 
&EPA Environmental Protection Agency Amendment 
Washington, DC 20460 t/ Other 
Application for Pesticide - Section I 
1 . CompanylProduct Number 2. EPA Product Manager 3. Proposed Classification 
5905-461 o None D Restricted 
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6LB Sodium Chlorate Defoliant Desiccant 
5. Nama and Address of Applicant (Include ZIP Code) 6. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(c)(3) 
Helena Chemical Company (b)(i), my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 
225 Schilling Boulevard. Suite 300 to: 
COllierville, Tennessee 38017 EPA Reg. No. 
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Final printed lebels in repsonse to NOTIFICATION Agency lotter dated 
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MAR 1 1 2005 
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Explanation: Use additional page(s' if necessary. (For section I and Section II.' 
Other Revisions 
... NOtifiCation of Other Revisions per PR Notice 98--10. This notification is consistent with the provisions of PR Notice 98-10 and EPA regulations at 40 CFR 
152.46, and no other changes have been made to the labeling or the confidential statement of formula of this product. I understand that it is a violation of 18 
U.S.C. Sec. 1001 to willfully make any false statement to EPA. I further understand that if this notification is not consistent with the terms of PR Notice 98-10 
and 40 CFR 152.46. this product may be in violation of FIFRA and I may be subject to enforcement action and penalties under sections 12 and 14 of FIFRA. 
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Mandy K. Styles Product Registration Supervisor (901) 752-442J 
Certification f:i. ['at" "pplication 
I certify that the statements I have mede on this form and all attachments thereto are true, accurate and .... (..r.ij.J • .r: . .,. Rttceived 
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Mandy K. Styles 3/1/2005 
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DEFOLIANT ·DESICCANT 
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: . 
Sodium Chlorate ...... " ............................... , .. : .... :4.2'/0 . 
INERT INGREDIENTS: ............................. : ....... :2 .8% •. 
TOTAL .................. , ................. , ................... 1 00.0% 
One Gallon of product contains 6.0 Ibs. of Sodium Chlorate plus firfr . · . • 
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listed below. ~ you want more options, follow the instructions for 
category A on an EPA chemical-resistance category selection chart. 
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P.ppl!ca:ob .!:ttl other handters must wear: 
• : . ~ 0 ~~aJalis over short-sleeved shirt and short pants 
Chemica~resistant 'gloves made of any waterproof materials 
such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride 
ChemicaJ-resistant footwear plus socks 
retardant • 
· · ." t.. Protective eyewear 
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN . 
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DANGER PELIGRO 
Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la 
explique a usted en detalle. 
(If you do not understand this label, find someone to explain it to you in 
detail.) 
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 
Hazards to Humans & Domestic Animals 
DANGER 
Corrosive. Causes eye damage. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Do not 
get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 
FIRST AID 
IF IN EYES: 0 Hold eyelid open and rinse slowly and 
gently with water for 15-20 minutes. 
0 Remove contact lenses, if present, 
after the first 5 minutes, then continue 
rinsing. 
0 Call a poison control center or doctor 
immediately for treatment advice. 
IFONSKIN 0 Take off contaminated clothing. 
OR CLOTHING: 0 Rinse skin immediate with plenty of 
water for 15-20 minutes. 
0 Call a poison control center or doctor 
immediately for treatment advice. 
IF SWALLOWED: 0 Call a poison control center or doctor 
immediately for treatment advice. 
0 Do not induce vomiting unless told to do 
so by a poison control center or doctor. 
0 Have person sip a glass of water if able to 
swallow. 
0 Do not give anything to an unconscious or 
convulsing person. 
HOT LINE NUMSER 
Have the product container or label with you when calling a /l.0ison 
control center or doctor or going for treatment. In case of emergency, 
call ChemTrec at 1-800-424-9300. 
Note to Physician: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the 
use of gastric lavage. 
For Additional Precautions and Statements of PractiCal Treatment See 
Inside Label. 
EPA REG. NO. 5905-461 EPA EST. NO. 
NET CONTENTS: 
MANUFACTURED BY 
HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY 
225 SCHILLING BOULEVARD, SUITE 300 
COLLIERVILLE, TENNESSEE 38017 
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TOUGHENED OR STUNNED BY LACK OF FERTILIZERS). 
:: Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure 
Chemical-resistant apron when cleaning equipment, mixing, 
or loading. 
Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been 
drenched or heavily contaminated with this product's concentrate. Do 
not reuse them. Follow manufacture(s instructions for 
cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use 
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other 
laundry. 
When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a 
manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection 
Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240 (d) (4-6)], 
the handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified 
in the WPS. 
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATtONS 
Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using 
tobacco or using the toilet. 
Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then 
wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. 
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 
For lerrestrial uses, do not apply directly to water or to areas where 
surface waler is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high 
water mark. Do nol contaminate water when disposing of equipment 
washwaters. 
Clean and wash spray equipment before and after use and do nol allow 
washwaler to contact desirable plants. 
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS 
To avoid fire or explosion do nol mix with insecticides. 
CHEMIGATION PROHIBITION 
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system. 
DIRECTIONS FOR USE 
It is a violation ·of Federal law to use this product in a manner 
inconsistentWithits labeling. Do not apply this product in a way that will 
contact. workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only 
protected handlers may be in the area during application. For any 
requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency 
responsible for pesticide regulation. 
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the 
Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains 
requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, 
nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It

cpntains lllQuirements for training, decontamination, notification, and 
emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and 
exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal 
prolective equipment (PPE) and reslrict!)d-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 
reslricted entry interval of 12 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 over short-sleeved shirt and short pants 
Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material 
Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks 
Protective eyewear 
Chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure 
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. 
Storage Instructions: Storage should be under lock and key and secure 
from access by unauthorized persons and children. Storage should be 
in a cool dry area away from any heat or ignition source. Do not stack 
plastic containers (4x1 gal. or 2x2.5 gal) over 2 pallets high. Do not 
stack metal containers over 4 pallets high. Move containers by handles 
or cases. Do not move containers from one area to another unless they 
, are securely sealed. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. 
Keep away from any puncture source. Avoid storage near water 
supplies, food, feed and fertilizer to avoid contamination. Store in 
original containers only. Unloading storage and work areas must be as 
clean as possible to prevent contamination if spilled. If concentrate or 
spray solution is allowed to dry on flammable objects, the chlorate 
component can act as an oxidizer. If the contents are leaking or 
material is spilled follow these steps: 
1. Contain spill, absorb with a material such as saw dust, clay granules 
or dirt. 
2. Collect and place in suitable containers for disposal. 
3. Wash area with water and soap to remove remaining pesticide. 
4. Follow washing with clean water rinse. 
5. Clothing contaminated with chlorate solution must be removed al 
once before solution dries. Dried contaminated clothes can be ignited 
easily. Wash contaminated clothing immediately. 
6. Do not allow run off to enter sewer or contaminate water supplies. 
7. Dispose of waste as indicated below. 
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this product 
may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposarfacility. 
CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for 
recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary 
landfill, or incineration, or if allowed by state and local authorities, by 
burning. If burned, stay out of smoke. 
GENERAL INFORMATION 
Weather conditions and plant conditions affect defoliation. Weather 
conditions that favor good defoliation are high temperature, high 
humidity, low wind velocity, high to adequate soil moisture. Plant 
conditions which favor good defoliation are ample fertility and moislure, 
complete insect control. Nulrients should be ample but not too much 
nitrogen. LEAVES SHOULD BE GREEN AND TURGID (NOT WILTED, 
TOUGHENED OR STUNNED BY LACK OF FERTILIZERS). 
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MATURITY- Boll load heavy, most bolls mature, vegetative growth 
ceased, little or no second growth. 
BEANS, DRY (Not for use in California) - To facilitate harvest and 
reduce bean seed moisture, apply 1 gallon of 6 LB. SODIUM 
CHLORATE in enough water to provide thorough coverage, either by 
aircraft or ground equipment. Make application 7·10 days before 
anticipated harvest date. Do not apply under conditions of extreme heat 
during the middle of the day. For air application, use 5-10 gallons of 
total 
solution per acre; for ground application, use a minimum of 20 gallons 
of total solution per acre. Do not graze treated fields or feed treated 
fodder or forage to livestock. 
CHILIPEPPERS (Not for use in California) -Apply li2 to 1-114 gallons 
per acre in 5 to 15 gallons of water by aircraft and 20 to 40 gallons of 
water by ground rig. To be used on peppers for processing only. Apply 
10 days before harvest. When grown for processing, consult a 
processor before applying. 
GUAR BEANS (Not for use in California) - To facilitate harvest and 
reduce bean seed moisture, apply 1 gallon of 6 LB. SODIUM 
CHLORATE in enough water to provide thorough coverage either by 
aircraft or ground equipment. Make application 7-10 days before 
anticipated harvest date. Do not apply under conditions of extreme heat 
during the middle of the day. For air application, use 5-10 gallons of 
total solution per acre; for ground application, use a minimumof 20 
gallons of total solution per acre. Do not graze treated fields or feed 
treated fodder or forage to livestock. 
COTTON - Defoliation - Do not treat later than 7 to 10 days prior to 
harvest. Thorough coverage of the plant is essential. 
AIR APPLICATION: Apply 2 or 3 quarts of 6 LB. SODIUM CHLORATE 
per acre in sufficient water to make 4 to 10 gallons total solution per 
acre. Use the lower rate when plants and weather conditions are ideal 
for defoliation. Swath width should not exceed wing spread; altitude and 
speed of aircraft should be regulated to give suffiCient spray coverage. 
Do not apply during periods of excessive wind as spray may drift and 
cause defoliation of adjoining cotton or injury to other crops. Do not 
apply during very high temperatures found in some areas at mid-day. 
GROUND MACHINE APPLICATION: Apply 2 to 3 quarts of 6 LB. 
SODIUM CHLORATE per acre in sufficient water to make 15 to 30 
gallons total solution per acre. Cotton defoliants should be applied 
when 70% of the bolls are open. Poor defoliation often occurs under 
unfavorable weather, soil moisture, fertility and plant condiOons. 
Uniform defoliation within a field may sometimes be difficult to obtain 
because of irregular plant maturity. Satisfactory defoliation may not be 
obtained with cotton plants that are suffering from lack of moisture or 
when plant growth is retarded by cold weather. Do not graze treated 
areas or feed gin waste to livestock. Flush out equipment with water 
after each day's work. 
FLAX (Not for use in California) - For Use As A Harvest Aid: To 
desiccate trashy weeds and desiccate the mature crop, apply 1 gallon 6 
LB. SODIUM CHLORATE per acre in enough water to give thorough 
coverage. Make application on bright, sunny days (preferably when 
temperature is above 600 F) 7 to 10 days before anticipated harvest 
date. For air application, use minimum of 5 gallons ready-to-apply 
material per acre. Activity of the spray will be enhanced by the addition

of a good.nonionic surfactant at the rate of 1 quart per 100 gallons of 
spray. 
GRAIN SORGHUM: kl a desiccant, apply 3 quarts to 1 gallon 6 LB. 
SODIUM CHLORATE per acre 7 to 10 days before harvest Application 
should be made in enough water for thorough coverage. Apply a total of. 
4 to 10 gallons of spray per acre by air and 10 to 20 gallons per acre by 
ground equipment. 
CORN (Not for use in California) • 6 LB. SODIUM CHLORATE may 
be used as a harvest aid for desiccation of trashy weeds in early 
maturing com. Use 1 gallon of product in 5 to 7 gallons of water per 
acre by air. 
Apply alleast 14 days before anticipated harvest date on ciear days 
when temperatures are expected to go above 700 F. Use the 5 gallon 
rate when weeds are small and the crop canopy is fairly open. DO NOT 
graze treated fields or feed fodder, forage or residual seeds within 14 
days of application. 
RICE: kl a pre-harvest desiccant, apply 3 quarts to 1 gallon 6 LB. 
SODIUM CHLORATE in enough water for thorough coverage. By air, 
use a minimum of 5 gallons per acre. Application should be made 7 10 
10 days before harvest. Do not graze treated fields or feed treated 
straw or crop residues within 14 days of application. 
SAFFLOWER: kl a pre-harvest desiccant, apply 1 gallon 6 LB. 
, SODIUM CHLORATE per acre in enough water for thorough coverage. 
By air apply 5 to 10 total gallons of spray per acre. By ground, apply 20 
to 30 gallons of total spray per acre. Application should be made 7 to 10 
days before harvest when safflower heads are fully mature. Do not 
apply later than 7 days before harvest Do not feed treated forage or 
graze treated fields. Not for use in California. 
SOYBEANS: kl a pre-harvest desiccant. apply 1 gallon of 6 LB. 
SODIUM CHLORATE per acre in enough water for thorough coverage. 
By air, apply a minimum of 5 gallons of spray solution per acre; for 
ground application, apply a minimum of 20 gallons of spray solution per 
acre. Application should be made 7 to 10 days prior to normal 
anticipated harvest. Do not feed treated foliate or graze treated fields. 
Not for use in California. 
SUNFLOWER: As a pre-harvesl desiccant, apply 1 gallon of 6 LB. 
SODIUM CHLORATE per acre to fully mature seedheads in enough 
water for thorough coverage. By air, apply 5 to 10 gallons total spray 
solution per acre. By ground equipment, apply 20 to 30 gallons of total 
spray solution per acre. Application should be made 7 days prior to 
normal harvest. Do not feed treated forage or graze treated fields. Not 
for use in California. 
CONDITIONS OF SALE· LIMITED WARRANTY 
AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES 
Read the Conditions of Sale· Warranty and Limitations of Liability 
and Remedies before using this product. Ifthe terms are not 
acceptable, return the product, unopened, and the full purchase 
price will be refunded. 
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 or the failure to follow the 
label directions or good application practices, all of which are beyond 
the control of Helena Chemical Company (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 merchantability 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 shall be limited to, at 
Helena Chemical Company's election, one of the following: 
1. Refund of the purchase price paid by buyer or user for 
product bought, or 
2. Replacement of the product used 
To the extent allowed by law, the Company shall not be liable and any 
and all claims against the Company are waived for 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. 
© Copyright Helena Holding Company, 2005.

March 1, 2005 
HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY 
225 Schilling Blvd., Suite 300 
Collierville, Tennessee 38017 
. Telephone: 901/761-0050 
u.S. Environmental Protection Agency 
Document Processing Desk (NOTIF) 
Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 
1801 South Bell Street 
Crystal Mall #2, Room 266A 
Arlington, VA 22202-4501 
RE: Notification to Add Other Revisions 
To Whom It May Concern, 
Enclosed, you will find Helena Chemical Company's Notification for numerous products. 
Helena has updated the copyright company name, all trademarks, and registered trademarks 
from Helena Chemical Company to Helena Holding Company. This has been done on the 
following products: 
Helena Wettable Sulphur 5905-289 
Fyfanon 25WP 5905-293 
Sol Oil 97 5905-294 
Sol Oil Plus 5905-302 
Helena Citrusperse Sulfur 5905-350 
Omni Supreme Spray 5905-368 
Helena 90% Sulfur Dust 5905-422 
Helena Liquid Sulfur Six 5905-437 
61b. Sodium Chlorate Defoliant Desiccant 5905-461 
Atrazine 4L 5905-470 
Helena Bravo S 5905-472 
Helena 4.8Ib. Diuron Flowable Herbicide 5905-482 
Helena 3 .. 5Ib. Liquid Copper Concentrate 5905-483 
Copper Z 4/4 Algicide/Herbicide 5905-486 
Dimethoate 4EC 5905-493 
Setre Fluometuron 80WP Herbicide 5905-494 
Setre Prowl Herbicide + Propanil 5905-495 
Setre 1.5Ib. Benfluralin EC 5905-496 
51b. Dimethoate Systemic Insecticide 5905-497 
Brush Rhap Low Volatile 4-D Herbicide 5905-498 
This should also be noted on all alternate brand names of the master labels. 
In support of these Notificatio~s, you will find the following: 
EPA Form 8570-1 
1 copy of the revised label highlighted .. ' . 
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If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call me at (901) 752-4420 or by fax at (9'11) • 
758-1694. Thank you for your assistance in this matter. •• , •• ; 
Sincerely, 
Mandy K. Styles 
Product Registration Supervisor 
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