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Josette Hackett

Pesticide R&D Consultant

BEFORE you BUYBEFORE you BUY

• What Safety Equipment will you need ?

• What Safety Equipment will you need ?

Before you BUY

What problems may arise for children, pets, non-target plants, insects and animals in the area

Before you BUY

What areas

pesticide can

and can not

be applied

Before you BUY

Explore Alternative

Methods

Before you BUY

• Know Target Pests– Weeds– Insects– Disease– Rodents

Can Pesticide be Applied Safely and Legally ?

How much do you need ?

Are there restrictions for use ?

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1. ClassificationGeneral Use

Restricted Use• Have greater POTENTIAL for harm to environment

and/or applicator

1. ClassificationGeneral Use

Restricted Use• Have greater POTENTIAL for harm to environment

and/or applicator

Restricted Use Pesticide

May Injure (Phytotoxic) Susceptible,

Non –Target Plants

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2. Product or Brand NameBrand Name

Common Name

Chemical Name

2. Product or Brand NameBrand Name

Common Name

Chemical Name

Brand Name – Tordon 22K

Common Name – Picloram

Chemical Name – 4 amino-3,5,6-trichloropicolinic acid

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3. Type of PesticideInsecticide

Fungicide

Herbicide

3. Type of PesticideInsecticide

Fungicide

Herbicide

Herbicide

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4. Ingredient StatementActive Ingredient and Amount

Official Chemical and/or Common Name

Percent of Inert Ingredients

4. Ingredient StatementActive Ingredient and Amount

Official Chemical and/or Common Name

Percent of Inert Ingredients

Active Ingredient Picloram - 24.4%

Inert Ingredients - 75.6%

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4. Net ContentsHow much of the product

is in the container

4. Net ContentsHow much of the product

is in the container

This product contains 2 lbs of picloram per gallon

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5. EPA Registration NumberIndicates that the pesticide is registered with the

EPA and can be legally sold or applied according to label directions

2 Parts

First Number identifies the company

Second Number identifies the product

5. EPA Registration NumberIndicates that the pesticide is registered with the

EPA and can be legally sold or applied according to label directions

2 Parts

First Number identifies the company

Second Number identifies the product

EPA Reg. No. 62719-6

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5. EPA Registration NumberIdentifies the establishment or

facility where the pesticide was manufactured

5. EPA Registration NumberIdentifies the establishment or

facility where the pesticide was manufactured

EPA Est. 279-607

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6. Keep out of reach of childrenWarning statement REQUIRED on ALL pesticide containers

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

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6. Signal Word

Indicates approximate toxicity

6. Signal Word

Indicates approximate toxicity

Signal Word

DANGER-POISON along with skull and crossbones

Highly Toxic

Signal WordSignal Word

DANGER

Corrosive and can cause irreversible eye damage or severe skin injury

DANGER

Corrosive and can cause irreversible eye damage or severe skin injury

Signal WordSignal Word

WARNING

Moderately toxic can cause

moderate eye or skin irritation

WARNING

Moderately toxic can cause

moderate eye or skin irritation

Signal WordSignal Word

CAUTION

Slightly toxic or may cause

Slight eye or skin irritation

CAUTION

Slightly toxic or may cause

Slight eye or skin irritation

Caution

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7. Precautionary statements

Identify potential hazards and recommend ways that risks can be minimized or avoided.

7. Precautionary statements

Identify potential hazards and recommend ways that risks can be minimized or avoided.

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8. First AidList first aid treatment that should

be administered to someone accidentally exposed to pesticide

8. First AidList first aid treatment that should

be administered to someone accidentally exposed to pesticide

If in the eyes: Flush with plenty of water Call a physician if irritation persists

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Note to physiciansProvides emergency medical personnel

with poison treatment information, antidotes, and often provides an emergency phone number

Note to physiciansProvides emergency medical personnel

with poison treatment information, antidotes, and often provides an emergency phone number

In case of emergency endangering health or the environment involving this product, call 1-800-992-5994. If you with to obtain additional product information, visit or web site at www.dowagro.com.

Precautionary statementsPrecautionary statementsHazards to humans and domestic animals

Signal word

Routes of entry (mouth, skin, lungs, eyes) most likely to be harmed

Personal Protective Equipment

REQUIRED to handle or apply pesticide

Hazards to humans and domestic animalsSignal word

Routes of entry (mouth, skin, lungs, eyes) most likely to be harmed

Personal Protective Equipment

REQUIRED to handle or apply pesticide

Caution

Causes Moderate Eye Irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Prolonged or frequent repeated skin contact may cause allergic skin reactions in some individuals

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Applicators and other handlers must wear; long-sleeved shirt an long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus socks

9. Environmental Hazards9. Environmental Hazards

Risks to wildlife, birds, fish, bees or to the environment

Practical ways to avoid harm

Risks to wildlife, birds, fish, bees or to the environment

Practical ways to avoid harm

This pesticide is toxic to some plants at very low concentrations. Non-target plants may be adversely affected if pesticide is allowed to drift from area s of application . Do not contaminate water when disposing o equipment washwaters. Picloram is know to leach through the soil…..

Precautionary statementsPrecautionary statementsPhysical or chemical

hazards

Any special fire, explosion, or chemical hazards the product may pose.

Physical or chemical hazards

Any special fire, explosion, or chemical hazards the product may pose.

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10.Directions for use“It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling”

Use directions and instructions are NOT ADVICE they are REQUIREMENTS

10.Directions for use“It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling”

Use directions and instructions are NOT ADVICE they are REQUIREMENTS

It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons either directly or through drift.

11. Agricultural Use Requirements

WPS does NOT cover pesticides applied in several situations. Examples include:

Right-of-waysPastures, rangelands or livestockMosquito abatementResearch uses of unregistered pesticides

Section also states the amount of time that must pass before workers are allowed to re-enter treated areas.

Also know as Restricted Entry Interval or REI

11. Agricultural Use Requirements

WPS does NOT cover pesticides applied in several situations. Examples include:

Right-of-waysPastures, rangelands or livestockMosquito abatementResearch uses of unregistered pesticides

Section also states the amount of time that must pass before workers are allowed to re-enter treated areas.

Also know as Restricted Entry Interval or REI

• Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. This standard contains requirements for he protection of agricultural workers on farms…

• Do not enter or allow worker entry intro treated areas during restricted entry interval ( REI ) of 12 hours after application.

• PPE required for early entry to treated area is coveralls, Waterproof gloves and shoes plus socks.

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11. Agricultural Use RequirementsWorker Protection Standards (WPS) protect employees on farms and in forests, nurseries and greenhouses form exposure to both general and restricted use pesticides.

Applicable when pesticide is used to produce an agricultural commodity.

11. Agricultural Use RequirementsWorker Protection Standards (WPS) protect employees on farms and in forests, nurseries and greenhouses form exposure to both general and restricted use pesticides.

Applicable when pesticide is used to produce an agricultural commodity.

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12. Storage and DisposalGeneral instructions for

appropriate storage and disposal of pesticide and containers

12. Storage and DisposalGeneral instructions for

appropriate storage and disposal of pesticide and containers

Pesticide Storage

Do not contaminate water, food, feed or fertilizer…

Pesticide Disposal

Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.

Triple rinse all containers and dispose of according to local regulations

Parts of a Label13. General Use Instructions

(The GUTS of the label)

Section states the pests that the manufacturer claims the product will control, the crop, animal, or site the product is intended to protect, when, where, how and in what form the product should be applied, the proper equipment to be used, the correct dosage, mixing directions, compatibility with other often used products, and the minimum time between applications.

Maximum Use Rates

Non-Cropland Areas: Total use of Tordon 22K , including retreatments or spot treatments, must not exceed 2 quarts per acre per annual growing season.

Rangeland and Permanente Grass Pastures: For control of noxious weeds, …………..

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Name and address of the manufacturer of the Pesticide

Name and address of the manufacturer of the Pesticide

Dow AgroSciences LLC Indianapolis, IN 46268 U.S.A.

READ, UNDERSTAND, and

FOLLOW label before the pesticide is purchased, mixed, applied, stored or disposed of.

Remember to:

The label that is attached to the pesticide container you purchase is the label that is applicable. Do NOT rely on old labels for information.

The label that is attached to the pesticide container you purchase is the label that is applicable. Do NOT rely on old labels for information.

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MONTGUIDE – Pesticide Labels (MT9720)

by Reeves Petroff, Pesticide Education Specialist

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