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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.
InformationInformation
MONTGUIDE – Pesticide Labels (MT9720)
by Reeves Petroff, Pesticide Education Specialist
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