EPA Reg. No. 264-267

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Bayer CropScience (bl(ii.-'my product is similar or identical in composilion and labeling 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive to: 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 EPA Reg. No. 

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Noli/icadon _ E)(plain ba!aw. D Olher· Explain bo!ow. 

Use additional plge!s! it ndCU$IIry. fFor ".ctlen ! end SocI!on I!.I 

REGFEE: Amendmenl!O RegistraOon - Regls!ratJon of Allama!o ConrKi'en!ial S!a!emen!S of Formula lC$Fs). Fas! track. FEE: No! Applicable. 

JUSTIFICATION: The proposed AU€lma!a CSFsl'llller;:! ei!heramendmenls!o!ho CSF !or!ho MUP, Saso 250 (EPA Reg. No. 264-511). or the useo! new 

MUPs for whichApplicaOons for Registra!lonfAmendmen!s are oolng submlUod concurrenOy wllh!his submission. No new data required for the proposed 

amendmen! 10 !he sub/ect end uso produc! -rely on exlslfng da!a on file allha EPA. No change made 10 !he composition of the end use product Detailed 

jus!ificadons provided in !ho aUachcd leUer. CONTACT: Danial!!) A. laroehal!o. 9 !9I549·27 !8; eMail: OanleOe.larochell€l@bayercropscienoo.com. 

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November 5, 2004 

Document Processing Desk (WD) 

Officc of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

180 I South Bell Street 

Arlington, Virginia 22202-4501 

Attention: Ms. Linda Arrington, RD 

Dear Ms. Arrington, 

Re: Withdrawal of Applications for Pesticide Amendment 

End Usc Products Containing Ethephon 

On September 17, 2004 Bayer CropScience submitted several applications 

for pesticide amendments for end use products containing the active 

ingredien.t Ethephon. The proposed amendments reflected a) changes which 

are not yet approved for the manufacturing use product Base 250 

Confidential Statements ofFonnula (CSFs) and b) the use of manufacturing 

use products which arc not yet registered, Base 2 I I Ethephon and Ethephon 

Manufacturing Concentrate (applications also submitted 9!I712004). We are 

therefore withdrawing the applications submitted for the following end usc 

products: 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Growth Regulator (For Pineapple and 

Sugarcane) ~~ EPA Reg. No. 264-257 

FLOREL® brand Ethephon Plant Growth Regulator - EPA Reg. No. 264-263 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator - EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

CERONE® brand Ethephon Plant Regulat~r ~ EPA Reg. No. 264-377 

PREpTM brand Ethephon Plant Rcgulator for Cotton - EPA Reg. No. 264-380 

PREpTM brand Ethcphon for Cotton and Tobacco - EPA Reg. No. 264-418 

FLOREL® brand GIR Plant Growth Rcgulator ~ EPA Reg. No. 264-543 

FTNISH@ 6 PRO Harvest Aid for Cotton - EPA Reg. No. 264-703 

For your convenience. copies of the Applications for Pesticide Amendment 

(EPA Form 8570-1) submitted on Scptember 17 for thesc products arc 

attachcd for reference. 

Please schedule the review of the Applications submitted on September I ttl 

proposing CSF amendments for Base 250 and the registration ofthc new 

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manufacturing use products, Base 211 Ethephon and Ethephon Manufacturing Concentrate. Once 

these actions are completed, the amendments for the products listed above will be re-submitted. 

Please Jet me know if you need any additional information. You can reach me at (919) 549-27l8 or by 

e-maiJ at Danicllc.Larochelle@bavereropscience.com. 

Sincerely, 

Danie!!e A. Larochelle 

Registration Product Manager 

cc: Ms. Cynthia Giles Parker, RD/PM22 

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U.S. Enviionmenta! Protection Agency 

1801 South Bell Street 

Arlington, Virginia '22202-4501 

Attention: Ms. Linda Arrington, RD 

Dear Ms. Arrington, 

Re: Withdrawal of Applications for Pesticide Amendment 

ED~ I!se Products ContaIning Ethephon 

· On~Sep't~mber'·I7, 2004 Bayer CropScience submitted several applications 

· for pesticide amendments for end use products containing the active 

ingredient Ethephon. '1Jle proposed ~endments ref1e~ted,a) changes which 

'ar.c:nof yef approved for-,the--manulactiiiing" use-pr.'Od"uc·tBase 250 . 

· Confidential Statements ofFo,rmuia."(CSFs) and b) the'use of manufacturing 

:use products which are not yet registered, B'ase 2 I I Ethepbon and Ethephon 

'Manllfac~g Concentr~te (applica~ions also stiomiit~d 9/17/2004). Wc are 

therefore witbdrawing the 'applications submitted for the following end usc 

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. Sugarcane) -- EPA Reg. No. 264-257 -

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FLOREL® brand Ethephon Plant Growth Regulator - EPA Reg. No. 264-263 'D:3.5"I)J 7 3js7 7 I L( 2. 0 

ETIIREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulato,· EPA Reg. No. 264·267 D:3 51"; 7'1 / s 77 \ L{2.1 

CERONE® brnnd Ethephon Plant Regula/a;· EPA Reg. No. 264·377 1)3 5l 'i?7{) / S7 71422. 

PREpTM brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator for Cotton - EPA Reg. No. 264-380 1)35 I <z 7b/ S 77 (Y 2. 3 

PREP'" brnnd Ethephon [a; Cotton and Tob"" - EPA Reg. No. 264-418 D3S l '677/ S 771 '12. Lf 

FLOREL®brnnd GIRPI .. t G;owth Regula/a;· EPA Reg. No. 264·543 .DelSI "6 7-g:/ S 771 Lf 2. 5 

FINlSH® 6 PRO HalVest Aid [a; Cotton· EPA Reg. No. 264-703 t> 3S 1'ii'7 ~/S-7 71" 2. C; 

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For your convenience, copies of the Applications for Pesticide Amendment 

(EPA Fonn 8570-1) submitted on September 17 for these products are 

attached for reference. 

Please schedule the review of the Applications submitted on September 17'h 

proposing CSF amendments for Base 250 and the registration of the new 

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Withdrawal of Applications for Pesticide Amendment (Cont'd) 

manufacturing use products, Base 21 I Ethephon and Ethephon Manufacturing Concentrate. Once 

these actions are completed, the amendments for the products listed above wi!! be re-submitted. 

Please let me know jfyou need any additional information. You can reach me at (919) 549-2718 or by 

c-rnail at Danielle.Larochelle@bayercropscience.com. 

Sincerely • 

Damell eA -Larochelle 

Registration:Produc,t Manager 

cc: Ms. Cynthia"Giles Parker, RDIPM22 

Attachments 

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Arlingtoll. Virginia 22202-4501 

Attention: Ms. l.inda Arrillgtull. RD 

Dellr "is. Arrillglun. 

Rc: Withdraw:li llf Applicatiuns fo1' Pesticide Amendmellt 

End Usc ProdllCts COlltaining Ethcphon 

On September I 7, 2004 Bayer CropSCkllCC sllilm ith:d sC'Ycl';JI uppJ iC<Jlion~ 

fiJr [lcsticidc ,IIllClldlllCllls fur ('ml usc pnUhlC\S cOlltaillillg tilL' 'lClivl.! 

ingredient Elhcphon. The pro]1(1scd lllllCllumcnts rcJkch::J a) chang..:s which 

arc 1l\1( yet <lppHlvcd [(H the ma!lliiactmilig lise prmi(l(:1 Base 250 

Coufidcntia I Slfl\ClllCllts or FOn1m]a «(,SFs) ;J!J{I b) the usc uf lll:lllllfao.::lllring 

llSC prmhlcts which arc not yet registered. Ba:>e 21 I Ethephon alHI Ethepholl 

,\lnlllIrncturing Conccntr:Jte (applicatioll:> also :>ublllittcd 1J!17/2(04). We arc 

tilcrelbre withdra\ving the applicatioll:> submit!cu ror the rolln\\'in~ elld lise 

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ETI I REU\': hr<lnu Elilephon Plant Grolvth Rcgulinof (For Pineapple ;llld 

Sugarcane) -- EPA Reg. No. 2(i4<~j7 

FLOREL!:tJ hrnmJ Ethepholl Phllll Growlh Reglilatur - EPA Reg. No. 264-2(13 

ETIIREUi [)r;:llld Etilepiloll Planl Regulator - EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

CEROI\E<l\.- br>lnd Etilcphun Plant Regulatur - EPA Reg. No. 2.64-377 

PREP!~l brand Ethephon Plane Regllhl1m (Ill' Coli un - EPA Reg. No. 264-3XO 

PREp l\\ bmnd Elhepilull rur Conol! and "]"ooae\'o - EPA Reg. No. 2(14-4 IX 

FLORELR hr;:llld Gi!{ Plant Growtll Reglliator - EPA Reg. t\o. 264-j .. ti 

FlNISll B 6 PRO llnrvest Aid tor ("(11100 - EPA Reg. Nu. 26-1-703 

Fur your convcnience, copio.:s or thc Applicatiolls Cor Peslici(k z\l1lcmhnent 

(EPA Flmn 8570-1) slllllUil1Cd on Septenlber 17 liJr lhcse prn([ncts al\' 

alt'lcllcd rm rdcrence. 

Please schedllle the review l1["11le Applk:l1ions SUhlllittcu un September 17'" 

propOSillg CSF amendments rur Base 250 and the registratioll (1 r the llew 

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mmllllilcturing lise PnlUIICIS. Bas..: 211 Elhcplam aut! Ethcphllil yl:lIlufih':llIrillg COllccntratc. Ouce 

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United Stotos Registration opp Identifier Number 

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264-267 <" "h iI o Non' o n.,ttictod 4. t 'N'~;\.", I p.;:, ,?? 

5. Nome ond Addtoss 0/ Applicont I/m:ludtl ZIP Cod", 6. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3{cj(3) 

~h~~~rOPSCience tbUil, my product is simitar or identical in composition and labenng 

Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Triangle Park, NC 27709 1~'_ EPA Reg. No . 

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AgoncV htttor dotod 

l'Iuubmiuion ;0 r.~pons. to Agoncy lotto' d.uod 0 -M. Too' Application. 

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Explanation: Usa odditional p"~I') it naeauary. IFot ucl.ion I and Saelian 11,) 

REGFEE: Amendment 10 Regislration - Reglstralion 01 A1temate Confidential Sialemenis 01 Formula (C5Fs), Fast Irack. FEE: NotApplieablo, 

JUSTIFICATION; The proposed Allemale CSFs relleci cilheramendmcnts 10 the CSF lor the MUP. Base 250 (EPA Reg. No. 264-5t t), ot the use 01 now 

MUPs lor which Appncalions lor ReglstrnllonlAmernimonts are being submitted concurrenllywilh Ihis submissIon. No new dala required for the prgposed 

amendment to the subject end usa producl - rely on a)lis~ng data on filo altho EPA. No chango mada 10 the composition oltha end use product. Deta~ed 

jvslifications provided In Iho attached loller. CONTACT: Oanla~6 A. larochollo. 9t91549-27 t8: eMail: Oanielle.larochelle@bayereropscienco.com. 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

NOV 6 2001 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Prasad Rao 

Aventis CropScience 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

Subject: Ethrel® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Registration No. 264-267 

Your label amendment application dated September 24, 

2001 

Dear Mr. Rao, 

The amended labeling referred to above, submitted in 

connection with registration under the Federal Insecticide, 

Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (PIFRA), as amended, is not 

acceptable, for the reasons given below. 

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The changes (only one change was indicated on the 

application form) were made to an old version of 

the label which does not contain the changes 

required for the reregistration of the product 

(label accepted March 6, 2001). In future 

submissions revise the last accepted label. 

The deletion of the greenhouse restriction for tomatoes 

is not acceptable. You must provide justification for 

the deletion of this restriction. It is assumed that 

the restriction was imposed due to lack of residue data 

from greenhouse grown tomatoes. If that is the case, 

you must submit data to demonstrate that residues from 

greenhouse grown tomatoes are below the established 

tolerance level. Directions for use on tomatoes in 

greenhouses must be included on the label. Any residue 

data must be from tomatoes tested against those 

directions for use. 

3. The following change should be made at the next label 

printing. In the "STORAGE AND DISPOSAL" section, move 

the statement in the "STORAGE" subsection to 

immediately follow the "STORAGE AND DISPOSAL" title 

line. Then add appropriate storage conditions to the 

"STORAGE" subsection. 

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John Bazuin at (703)305-7381. 

Sincerely yours, 

cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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DATE D 1 V I S I ON RECEl VED. ___ 7J.,·I.--I.:...')..-..<-Zf-/=.O,-' __________ _ 

DATE of SUllMI SS ION. ___ ~9'+;.:::2-..1.~t-io"--'-f __________ _ 

TYPE PRODUCT(S): 1,0, H'('1 N, R, ___________ _ 

DATA ACCESSION NO(S) _______ RECORD NO. s:bo 1(1(, y 

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CASE, 003228 

SUBMISSION, S604764 

DATA PACKAGE RECORD 

BEAN SHEET 

DATE, 10/17/01 

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CASE TYPE, REGISTRATION ACTION, 305 TECH-LBL REV AMND DATA RE 

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099801 Ethephon (ANSI) 21. 7000% 

ID#, 000264-00267 ETHREL PLANT REGULATOR 

COMPANY, 000264 AVENTIS CROPSCIENCE USA LP 

PRODUCT MANAGER, 22 CYNTHIA GILES-PARKER 703-305-7740 ROOM, CM2 249 

PM TEAM REVIEWER, JOHN BAZUIN 703-305-7381 ROOM' CM2 267 

RECEIVED DATE, 09/27/01 DUE OUT DATE, 03/26/02 

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BARCODE, 278532 EXPEDITE, N DATE SENT, 

EMICAL, 099801 Ethephon (ANSI) 

TYPE: 001 Submission Related Data Package 

10/17/01 DATE RET., / 

CSF, Y LABEL, Y 

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Carl, 

Ostensibly the only change in this label is the dele- . 

tion of the prohibition of greenhouse use on Tomatoes, which 

I wanted to ask your opinion on. It may, in any case (but 

see the Peppers use), be the only place greenhouse use could 

reasonably occur on any site on this label. Do any other 

Ethephon labels have greenhouse uses? If not, then theoretically this change could require an HED risk assessment. 

What do you think? 

However, when I cruised the rest of the label I found 

many other changes (compared to the "ACCEPTED" label from 

ca. 6.5 months ago). Most of these are deletions of rates 

and minimum gallonages of spray per acre but there are some 

other changes. Do they look reasonable tp you? It ticks me 

off to see so many seemingly significant changes when only 

one is stated to have been made. I'm" assuming a priori that 

this is a reject. 

Thanks, 

John Bazuin 

*"* * DATA PACKAGE EVALUATION * * * 

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SUBMISSION, S604764 

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DATE, 10/17/01 

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Aventis CropScience )fAventis 

September 24, 201J I 

!)ocumcnt Processing Desk (AMEND) 

Otlicc orpcsticidc Programs (7504C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 2661\, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jcficrsoll Davis IIighway 

Arlington, VA 22202-4501 

Attn: Ms. Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager 22 

Sub: ETI-IREUji) brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator (EPA Reg. No. 264-267) 

Use on greenhouse tomatoes. 

Dear Ms. Giles Parker: 

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We have received several requests from the tomato industIy to remove the bbt:! restriction IC)r 

the usc of ETHREL plant regulator 011 gn:cnhousc tomatoes. Thcrcfi:m:, Wt.~ afC making this 

submission to the EPA requesting that thc restriction Jor usc on greenhollse tomatoes be removed 

from the label. We have also updated the First Aid section of the label to comply with the PR 

Notice 2001 ~ I. For ease of review, the changes arc highlighted on the label. 

Attached with this submission arc: 

I. Completed EPA Form 8570~ I. 

2. Three copies of the revised label. 

Jfyou should have any questions abollt this submission. please contact me at (919) 549-2302. 

Sincerely yours, 

-~~~~t ~cw Prasad Rao 

Registration Manger 

A vent is CropScicncl' 

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5EPA United Stet.s Registration TOPP Idontifler Number 

Environmental Protection Agency I;; Amendment .1.7S71¢ WlHlmngton, DC 20460 f-'-- Other 

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• CompanylProduct Number 2. EPA Product ~r 3, Propo.ad Classification 

264·267 Ms. "'n'" 0 Nono o R •• tricted 

I', INemel PM, 

! c brand Etheohon Plant Requtator 22 

Is. Name end Add, ... of Applicant (Inc/11th ZJP Cothl 6. EJl:pedlted Reveiw. tn accordance with FIFRA Section 3{c1l31 

Aventis CropScience {bHiI. my product it similar or identical in composition and labeling 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive to: 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 EPA Reg. No. 

D Chock if thi6 /$ • n.w .mJtHS Product Name 

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Amendment - Exploin betow. U F'i1'Wll printed lebel. in rep.onso to 

0 Agoney lenor dated 

Re.ubmi .. lon In , •• pOMO to Agency lener detld -Mto Too· Applicetion, 

Notlficetion· ExpI_n bolow. 0 Othflr· Elq)ltlin below. 

I U .. addition" p-oe{sl if neceS$IIry. (f'<:I, .octlon I end Section ILl 

Removed '00 not use on greenhouse tomatoes' restriction. 

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Chi!d·R"islent Peokoging Unit Peclutgillg Wet ... Sohlb/e Plfdteging 2. Typ. of Conlainer 

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1. Contact Point di,n:tJy below to, tob. to"",_ 

N~. 1 no. Telophone ~oi"~e Ar .. Codel 

Prasad Rao Registralion Manager ,. .. Certification •••••• e, Oate· Apptiealion • • • 

I certify that the statemonte I h4vtI mMte on thit form and ell ettachment. thereto ere true, .ewrate end cofnprete" ~.", .... I aeknowledot that sny knowllngllv f .... or mill_Mlng etetomlflt mey b. punish.tlle by fiM or imt:IrilHHynent·~··: :.JS~I both under eppIlceblelew. .. • • 

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14. TWed Name S. Dele • • •••••• S e;:' I" ,Y>.br·- .2. '1/ 2()O I • Prasad Rao 

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ETH REL brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

For Commercial Or Agricultural Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Tobacco, Tomatoes. Cherries, Grapes, Apples, Walnuts. Peppers, Blackberries, Blueberries and 

Cantaloupes, for the removal of Dwarf Mistletoe in Ornamental Conifers and Leafy Mistletoe in 

Ornamental Deciduous Trees and for the elimination of undesirable fruit on Apple, Crabapple, Carob, 

and Olive trees. 

AGIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon 1(2·chloroethyljphosphonic acidj'" . . ..... " ... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: . _ .., ........ . . .......... 78.3% 

'"(ontains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267 EPA Est. No. 264·PA·Ol 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no tntiend!' til etiquttJ, busque il JlgUlen par,) que se 1<1 expllQut" il usted en detalle 

ill you do not undersland the label, lind wmeone to explain it to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And IRAIDPORTATIQN Emergencies ONLY call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

For P~,QP!lq ,U.S~E Information Call 1-888·AVENTIS \1-888·283-6847) 

The use 01 this product lor a variety 01 plant growth regulation tfSeS IS covered by United Stales and foreign patents including 

US, Patent t240,Bt9 No license is granted to use this produ(1 In (Ountnes other than the Untied Stath or lor allY use not contemplated by this label 

Liabiltty lor patent inlringement may re-;ult Itom use or sale 01 thiS product outSide the United Stiltes. , < , , 

FIRST AID ... ~ 

Hold eye open and rinse '';/owiyand genOy with Wilter for 15ol{) minute5- < « 

IF IN EYES: • < • < 

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• RefnOve- ionlact lenses.jl present, ~fter the first 5 minutes. Ih~n continue rimina- • • • • < • . '" cJlfi'poiScin (ontrol center 0'; doctor for treatment advice-. , , , 

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Immediaicly'eal) a poiSOfl mnlrof cenler or doctor for treatment advice, ' ,., ',e · .. tF SWAUOWED: • • • 

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POIwt 'induce vomiting unhss told 10 do so'by a poisOn cOntrOl cenler or doctor. • • • ~ ~ ~ ~ . · . , 'Ha:ve peiSOfl sip a iJas(Ofwater)f able 10 swallow, • • 

• ~. ~ .. '" 60 not' gwii "" ,-r ""'rnOiiihl6"an uflCoiOOous pe~. ~ ... • • • 

IFON SKIN OR ~--~" take"ol{(OOlam iOAled dOthrna-

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Rinse skin i'mmediate1yWith plenty 01 water lor 15-20 minUIB. • 

• "-Ca1(~"poiSOn' control Ctnl~ or '(fOci'or for trealmenl advice. 

IF INIIALED: • MOVe'person 10 freID'afr. 

• if person is 001 breaUtin& caU 911 or an ambulance. then give artificial respiration. preftlably mouth· to-mouth il 

PQSSible. . " 

• tiu a poison conlrol centefOr doclot lor further Ireatment advice. 

for MEDICAL Emergencies Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-33-4·7577_ 

Have the product container or label wilh you when Cilliing a poiwn control center or doctor or ~oinx lor treatment. 

NOlt TO PtlYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may wntraindiate the use of gastric I.-wage. No specilic antidote is available, All treatments 

should be bd~ on obsetved signs and symplorm 01 distress in tite patient Overe~posure to malerials other than this product nray have- occurred. 

Victims 01 severe O¥er(!).posure by inhalation mould be kept under medical observation lor up to 72 hours for delayed onst! 01 pulmonary edema. 

ht a victim of over~powre by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is requirt'd due to the possibility 01 stomach or esophageal perloralion. This IThlterial 

is an acid. but the use- 01 alkaline substances to neulralil;" it is contraindiGltffl. 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

(orrosive, (ames ;n('Versible eye (Iant.lgc Wear X11t'ly gogglt5 when h,lflrihng Harmlul d swallowed Of ab~(bed Ihrough skin. Do nol gel ,n eyes Of 

on dOlhing_ Avoid contact wilh skin 00 nol Inhale vapors as Ihi~ pfOdu(i 1'.'\11 ,Wlalt' mucous (lWmbfJo("; 

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pfolecllve(,),l;>weJr !I'$.i~ heloi 

PfOledion SiandauJ JOI l>t' " "L 

pesllcldes 170.2~O prE n·quuemt'l1Ls. may be ( ,j, 10 the WPS. W4~~ bra" , , _ I clolh,ng and other absorbent malerials Ihal haw bet'o df('nctted Of heaVily conlaminaied wllh Ih,s pfOducls ConCcrfirale Do nOI «'use them C f'>i-' -r 

;'\"i.<:.-4''<. Follow manulacluf('('S inSHoClions lor Cleaning/ma,nIJIIling prE II no such insltuc\loos lor washablt'S, use m'lergenl and hot waleL Keep and walh -+ II" 

::1..5 PPE separalely hom olher laundry. ,0 0, 

!>oly~;t~,-. \e-t-\e 0'('" ~I.dyv:v\y! t+dc'r-'\).,J II t-~\e. ~h5i'rv\...ctl' 

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User Safety Recommendations ";::Ci' C{ 

Users should wash hands beiore eat,ng. dunking, clrew-,ng gunr, us'ng lohacco or using the to,lel. 

Users should remove clothing immer!.ately ,t p~lI(ide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and ch~nge iolo clean clOlhing 

dolhing should be washed belore reuse 

C ~'\ <'LE ~" Users should remove PPE immedialely alter haudllng Ihis Hlodu(1. As '£Ion as po'>s,ble, wash Ihoroughly and chJnge ,nlO clean doth,ng. Wash Ihe c. ke-vy;, 

(A..l- • outs,de 01 gloves belore remo\'ing 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS f"t:3 :s-rc"vpc, Q 

, _' '- - ~ ~Oo nol appl~directly 10 waler, Or loarea~where surlacewaler'~ presenl ~'~Ji~r: t; 

wt.,lcd mtert'd.ll areas below Ihe mean h'gh water mar);. Do not conlaminale waler when disposing 01 equ,pmenl waslrwalers. . 8 ee:[ t 

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SPRAY DRIFT 

AVOid spray drih. 00 nOI apply when wealhcr condrilons ma~ cause dr'!L 00 rlOI allow Ihis product 10 dult on 10 non·targe: ueas. Drill [Jlay result in 

ilitgill (~Idues or Inlury 10 adjacent ClOPS and vegetallon, in Ihe lo(m 01 leal yellOWing and deloliation To .\Vo,d Wrav dull. 00 NOT apply aerially 

wtlen ".,ind speed is gll:,aler Ihan 10 mph Or dm,ng penods ollemperalure Inversions, Use 01 W8N droplel ~l(> will also reduce spray dlifL 

AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT Tf-IE APPlI(AfiON SITE IS THE RfSPONSIBllITY or 1 HE APPuo.roR 

The inleraction 01 many tQu'pmenl·and· .... ealher·relaleci laOors delermrne the polenllal lor spray dult The appilcalor is respons,ble lor coosidcrlng 

alilhese lactors when mabng decis,ons, 

Th(' tollowing dr;11 managemenl requi(emenlS mUSI be lollowed to avoid oll.largel movemenl hom aer,al applicalions to agricullura l lield oofs [j'V\(}v-.':. 

These requirements do nol apply to 10rt'Slry applica\lOns. pubhc health uses or 10 applica\(ons usmg dry formulalions. I.-1..r:. 

t The dislance ollhi'outer most [JouleS-on Ihe boom must nol e~ceed 3/4 the length ollhe wmg:!>pan or rolor, "i--- i" O"'~\ ;;,"1 2. NouJe-s musl alwa;"> pOint backward paralit'l wilh Ihe air slream and nty('r bt' pointed downwards more than 45 degrees, • 

Wht'r!' Slales have more Slong('nl regulations, Ihey mould be observed V j ~~. e c -

The applicalor slrould be Iilmli,ar wilh and lake into ac(Ounllhe mlmmal,on covt'red in Ihe Ael,al Dull Redrrc\(on Advisory below: +- ; C fJ"L5 

AERIAL DRIFT REDUCTION ADVISORY TO) ,~ 

IHFQRMATIOH ON DROPLET SIZE 

The mosl eUective way to reduce dnlt pOlent:al 'S 10 apply IJrge droplets The besl dull mMragemenl Sllal\'gy 's 10 ilpply Ihe largesl droplels thai 

prO'<id(' sullici('nl (Overagt' and control Apply'ng larg('r droplets reducts dnlt pOlenl,al, bUI wrll nOI plevenl dntl it applicalion~ are made 'mpropedy, 

or under uni~vorable environmenlal cond,tions (See W,nd. T t'mperJlure and 1 fum,dlly, and Tempera lure Invt'f)lons), 

(ONlROlUNG DROPLET SIZE ) 

Volul11e· Use rugh lIow rail' nouks 10 JPply Ille 1I;&li('51 pra,lIc,iI spray .olume "joales w,tll h,gher raled lIow-; produce larger droplel;, 

Prhsurt' ' 00 nOI cvet'd Ihe (louk mafl,-,laClllr~(S reco,oOlendcd pressllres For marl;' noaie Iypes 10WN Prt~"'-Ire produCM larger droplels When 

h,gher 110 ..... ralM art n"edfd, use h,gher 1101'1 rail' noul,., ,n~10d 01 ,noeasmg pressure 

Number 01 noules· USt' Ihe mllHnlUnt number oi noule-<. lila I prov,de unilorm cov~rJge, I 

"onle Or,enl,ll,on O(ienl,ng nanles ~ Ihal Ihe spray IS releaSfd paraUi'1 10 Ihi' auSlreafil poduces larger drOple\1, than 0111l;r or,enla hons and 's Ih~ 

recommelldt'd pr J(l,C;> S'gnil,{ant del"'(1,o" Iro01 hor'lOnlal wlil reduce droplel S,le and ,no east' drdl potenl'al ) 

t.oule lype' USe a nOllle Iypc thai 'S dhrgned lor Ihe ,ntended appi,callon Wrth InDSI nOlZle Iype<.. nauow('r spray ar'gles pwduce larger droplets 

Consid;>r \,s,ng low·drdt noule\ Sclrd Slream noules Or leo led strJl;ghl back producc Iht' 1.11 gMI droplets and Ille lowesl dult 

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DOOM LENGTH 

for wme use pal!t'ms, rt'du(mg Ihe elteclll'e boom lenglh 10 bs Ihan 3/4 01 Ille \\-Ingspau or fOlO/lenglh nlay II/filler reducE' dlill \\-lIhoulredu(lng 

swalh wldlh 

APPUCATION HEIGHT 

Appll(allons sllould nOI !if made al a helghl gre"it'r 111311 10 lE'el above IhE' lop 01 Ihe largel planlS unless a glealer helghlls requl/ed lor a,ruali >-llely 

Making appl,(a(lons allhE' lov.esl helghl Iha( IS sale leduct'S exposure 01 droplels 10 evaporallon and wind ~ etA 

SWATH AOJU5TMENT 

Whrn appll(allOIlS are made wllh a crosswind, Ihe swalh wlit be displ.l(ed dOl\nv.ind Thelelole, on Ihe up and downwind edges 01 Ihe lield, Ihe 

applrcalOl should compensale lor lhls dlsplacemenl br ,ldlusllng Ihe palll 01 the ;IIlcrall upWllld Swalh adjuslmene d,\la!1(e would muease. wilh 

Incle.wng drlh pOlential Ih,glIN Yrlnd, smailI'I drops, elc.). 

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Drill pOll'ntial is 10wt'S1 klween wmd speeds 01 1 . 10 mph. How~"'·e!. many iJ(lors, mduding droplel SIll' and eqHipn)enl Iype delermlne drIll -

"Yo,,"'" polenlial al arlY given spted Apphl,alion Sh0111d be a~oided below 1 mph due 10 vJliable wmd dire(Iion and hIgh InverSIOn pOlenlia!. NOH lo(al 

terrain (iln Intiuence WInd panerns Every applicalor should bE' lamiliar Wllh local wmd pall ems and how Illey altect spray drill. LA SE 

TEMPERATlJRE AND HUMIDITY 

When mabng apph(allOflS 111 low relalll'l' hum,d,ly, sel uP equlpmenl 10 prod'rte lalgel dlOplelS 10 colnpeOS.l(e lor f"VapOlalion Droplel evaporillion 

IS mosl st'.'ele when condllions ale bolh hoi and dry 

TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS 

Applications should nOI OCcul dllrmg a lemperature in."ersion be(iJU~e drIll polenllal is high. Tempf'lalure inversions resllicl verlical air mixing. wlll(h 

causes small suspended dlOplClS 10 r<,maln in a concenlraled tloud Ih,s cloud can move in unpred,clabl(' dirE'(llOns duE' 10 Ihe lighl va/lable WInds 

(Ommon dUllng Inversions. T emDtfalure Invef'.;lons are chara(!eri,ed by Inueasmg lemperdlules \\-llh alilludt' and are common on ITIghl~ wllh limiled 

cloud covel and lighlto nowmd Ihey begIn 10 lorm <1S Ihe sun sees and ollen conhnue InlO Ihe momlng BleIl pr('S<!"n(e can be mdicaled by ground 

tog, how('Vef, II log IS 001 pl~enl. In',erslons can also be Idenlitied by Ihe movemenl 01 sOlok<, Irom a glound soune Of an aircrall smoke genera WI 

Smoke thai la)l.'rs and moves 1,1leraliy in a conctnlraled CIOlld (under low wmd (OndillOI1S) indicales anll1velSlon, while smoke Ihal mows upward and 

rapidly dissipales ,nd'cales good vN1lcal air m,x,ng. 

SENSITIVE AREAS 

The pesllclde should only be apphed wilen Ihe pOlenlial lor dllil W adiacenl senslliw.' ilreas (e.g r~(lenlial areas, bodies ot waler, knov.n hab,la( lor 

Ihrealened Or E'ndangered specres. non·larget ClODS) IS mllllmal (e.g when wind is blowmg away Irom Ihe s('n>ih~e areas). 

IMPORTANT: 00 nOI appl~ £I HR£l' brand flhephon Plant Regulalor Ihrough any Iype 01 lIf1gilllOrl sYSlem. """"> ,~ 

Do nOI use Ihls plOdu(, IO! purposes olher man Ihose lisled on Ihe label. ( 

Do not exceed Ihe rail' 01 (THRH' brand Elhephon Plane Regulalor per acre per ,ear re(ommE'nded on 1111~ labelj 

DIREGIONS FOR USE 

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11 is a violation of Federal law 10 UK thl~ product io a manner lnconsisunt with lt~ lilbtt1nz, 

00 nOI apply IhiS prOdu(t In a wa~ Ihal wrll conla(1 workels or olhel peisons. e:lhel directly or through dllii. Only prole(led handlers. may be In Ihe 

i1r('a dUllng applicallon fOr any re1:luI/Cfl1enl~ speolic 10 your Sla(t or I /lbe, consul I Ihe agency responSlble lor pe~li(ide regulahons. Read enllre label 

belore uSIng tllis producl. 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 

thIS producl only m a{(ordarue wllh liS lab<,hng dnd wilh Ihe Worker Proleclion Sli/ndald. 40 (fR pall 170 Ihis slandard (Onlains reqlllrClllen(S 

Ihe prOleClion 01 agri(ullural Yti)lkcr<. on lalms, lorescs. nurseries, and gleE'nllOuses. and handiNS 01 agri(ullural peslicides. I( "''''''"'1 I',,,",;,,",,,,,,,,, lIa lnmg., deconlamlnallon, nOllli(ahon. and emergenq' JSSiSliln(e. II alw contalIIS speolic inslru(lions and e~ceplions pertaInIng 10 

SlaleOlenlS on Illis labet aboul [l('rsonal prote{lIve equlpmenl (PH), noulicall(ln (0 workNS, and restrlCl<,d'entry inlervals. Ihe requiremenlS in Ihis 

only apply 10 uses oJ Ihls prodml (hat art (O\'ered by Ihe Worker PrOI('(lIon Siandaid 

nol enter Of allow ..... orler ewry IntO Ir('aled areas durIng II,e r~lrl(l('d·t'n(ly "lieNal (REI) 01 48 llOurs. The R(IIS 72 hour;. in areas Whl'lf a~erJge 

illS less Ihall 25 I/lChes per y~ar 

requIred lor earty enl!"\" 10 Healed areas ',hailS p".",,'I<' trE'<lIt'd sudl as plants. \;0;,,1 O! waler IS I g,;',<<e' shIll ,1nd long , I""""" rMlsl,lnl overhead n,'o)Urc, h 

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II,ple r;m<; ror equ'l'afent) rhen offer for re('t(hng or recOmfll,onmg or plm(lule a'ld d,s-pMe of 'n a !.1n,IJry IJndf.!1 or by moner ahon. or ,I allowed 

b)' Slale and lo(al aulf,or,l,es. bv bnrn;ng, II blJ/ned, slay 01.11 of smoke 

flHREl& BRANO ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR 

Promol~ ea/l;er, umfonn (Olenng of malure nUE·(URED 10!lA(CO, Pron,Oles ear!'er (oloral>On ,1nd malurlly of TOMATOES. GRAPES. APPlES. and 

PEPPERS loosens CHERRIES, WALNurs. and APPLES lor earher, n,ore eff;(ien: harvest. Promoles fru,1 abs6s~,ou (sf;pp,ng) ,u CANT ALQUPES, Inuea~e. 

dormanl flWI bud hard;ness and delayed spr;ng bloom of SWEET CHERRIES m Ihe Pa(,fi( NOl1hwest. A«elerales BLACKBERRY l;penmg and loo~n;ng 

Con(eniraies BLUEBERRY malurlly and aIds on barrenbe//y (OullOf Removes dwarf m;stleloe from ORNAMENTAl co~m ERS and leafy mislleloe fron, 

ORNAMfNIAL 0[CIOUOU51 R(ES Ellmmales undes>rable fru,1 on APPLE, CP..ABAPPLf, (AROB, and OLIVE lIees 

(I£NERAlINFORMATfON 

For 100ai rexon'mendal,ons on rilles. spray vofurlwS {gallons of waler per aart and splay equ,pmenl und~r vary'mg lempelillme and raonfall (o1,d,l;ons 

(onwlt your olens,on Pomolog,sl, Hort,(ulturaf Spe(;af,sl, A\'I~nIIS (lollSc;~n(e Represental;ye or ram, Adv'sor lor h,s e~pe,;en(e w,lh Ih,s plodu(1 on 

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APPLICATfON VOLUMES ANO SPRAY COVERAGE 

TholOUg.h spray «)'ierage '$ t'S!tenl,aIIO a(h,e;,e ma~lmum plodud effecl,veness Spray (Overage 's alieCled by (ho,«(' of equ,pmenl, nOT/fe selechon 

and spray boom selup as well as spra)' pressure, pfanl Sill' aud canopy dens;ty, for bOlh a.r ar,d groilnd appj,(al,ons, ;1 ,s ;mponanllO choose an 

equ;pmenl $.tlup Ihal w,1I aSSUle Ihorough (overage 01 planl canopy (fol;age and f'U;I) rhe a(illal SplJy volume required "",II vary wllh Ihe S'le and 

denSIty of Ihe pfanl (anopy and II,e !'qwpmenl used In CalifornIa and Afllona use a vDfume of no fesslhan 5 gallons pel J(re for .leflal appfi(al;ons. 

. U'-"='-"'\'jed T;;:o-\\(;-Ej.Jf::-.RAL 'PF\ECAc-C-rtON.S AtJD FZ.ESTP"LCTt.ot0S'f .. 

ElHRfI" WITII AMMONiUM 1!-!IOSuLFArt SUCH TANK MIXlURES MAY RtSliU IN rORMAJlON or TOXIC rUMts 

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Avo,d sp,lIs of concentraled produci on <,pra)' parls_ 

iMMEOlATElY RINSL ANY SPillS Wil H PLENTY Of BRANO lTHfPHON PLANi RfGUtAlOR IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT (lEANING 

Bel:au!.{' of Ihe .wdi( nalure of Ih,~ product. profonged e~pOsmt 

R·,n\.e Ihoroughly .lII exposed acryh('pfaSI;c malef;afs and pa,nled 

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+: c r;.,vrfose.::;., I) oi..e-{£Ttd 

\<'A,vctd _5Ft'7 J,(-~-f,t- t;~ -, - , ". I' ~ 

<:..--o~,.,\..se., vv\,O -~1+1.,C-<'%"'-"\: !.cv~:s; 1 V'_f 

r~ i.. .. te~ y \ t,~ S \,.J ~! 1 re.s. vA-t-, 

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i 1-e-::tv" €.v::;t • " JI'lif~ 

depos;ls 1'.',11 damage a(ryll{ pfas{'(s, ({'n;tin p;unIS, and 

1'.',11. a del~rgent and walel wllh,n one '10'" "fI',,,,,p=i'1o ~pray depos;l~ 

e?d Fe ,- .\'!-~ y- ~ :7 ot,'{- ; C iq 

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TOBACCO 

(Flue-Cured Only) 

TOBACCO (FLUE·CURED); A foliar spray 01 ETHREL~ brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator promotes early. unitorm ·yellowing" 01 mature tobacco. ETHREl ~ 

redu<;es curing time, allowing more elficient use 01 curing barn space, and increased control over harvest schedules. 

ETHREl~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator increases the capacity 01 the curing barn by shortening the curing time and allows adiust'ment!. in harvest 

schedules. ETHREl~ can be used as a directed spray to the bottom or middle portion 01 the tobacco plant or as an over.the·top spray. ETHREl" is not 

intended or recommended for use on immature tobacco. 

EnlRfle 

Crop Situation Pinb/Acu Specific Directions 

DIRECTED SPRAY , Use drop nou.tes. Choose TG or OC spray tips designed to apply SO· 60 spa at 35-'10 psi and at tractor speed 

APPLICATION 012·3 mph. Use 2 nozzles per row; one on each side 01 the row dropped low enough to direct Ihe spray 10 

the leaves 10 be ripened and harvested. Thorough spray coverage is essential. With a direCled spray, be sure 

to harvesl all leaves wilh 20% or more vellowin!!: 

OVER·THE·TQ? '·8 Treat only when leaves remaining on the stalk are malure. To ensure remaining leaves are malure, test 

APPLICATiON spray severaltoba<co plants as described under the section "Application Timing" . Use Ihe lower rate in a 

normally mature crop when experience indicates that minimum ripening inducement is required. Use Ihe 

higher rate when the crop is heal»' and has a lendency to be more rank or when lemperatures are lower 

than normal. Always tesl spray to determine il the lobacco is mature enough to respond to treatment wilh 

ETHREL". 

Apply over·the·top ETHREL" spray as a line mist using three nozzles (one nozzle tips over the <enler ollhe 

plant, and one on each side) to assure all leaves are covered thoroughly, similar to Ihe application panern 01 

I sv..temic sucker control nents. Use a spra'/ oressure 01 ~o to 60 p$1. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Do not apply ETHREl" br.md Elhephon Plant RegulatOr to i mmalUre leaves as this can result in unsatislaClOry coloring. Weight loss and reduced 

leal Quality. 

Do not allow the crop to ""N ripen in the Held alter using ETHREL- brand Ethephon Ptant Regulator, ~nce this may cause some reduction in yield 

and Quality. 

Do not treat belore anticipated major 510rm which coutd prf'>'ent harvest and result in crop 10';5. 

00 not apply ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator if rain is expected within 6 hours. 

00 not harvest tobacco treated with ETHREL" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days after appHcation. 

Follow use rates listed above lor labeled uses. Do not exceed 8 pintsollhis product (lIb elhephon) per acre per year. 

APPLICATION TIMING 

Successful results with ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator (all lor treatment when leaves are mature, not overly rank green when sprayed. To 

easily determine the propt'r treatment timing. and the number 01 leaves per stalk ready lor harvest. test spray several plants in more than one location 

in each field and observe the response. Mature leaves will begin to yellow in 24 to 72 hours. Test leaves thatlail to yellow in 72 hours are not mature 

and are not ready lor ETHREL" treatment. Wait a lew days to permillurther natural maturing, then make another test spray or "maturity' check. 

Determine acres to treat by lir!.l: conlirming the number 01 leaves per plant that will color, then use barn capacity to calculate the number 01 acres to 

treat. 

A test spray can be prepared by mi~ing 4 teaspoons 01 ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regutator in t quart 01 water. Apply about 1 ounce to each test 

plant coveringailleaves with a line mist. ETHREl" will not color immature leaves. 

To avoid quality loss and or possible leal drop, harvest any yellowed leaves prior to apptication. Use lower rates under most conditions. limit use 01 

higher rates to cool (below 6S~f at the time 01 treatment) slow ripening conditions. 

WHEN TO HARVEST 

All mature, sprayed leaves will begin to color within 2~ to 72 hours alter ETHREl~ application. The yellowing process is weather dependent; cool 

weather will delay, while hot. 5llnny weather can speed up the proces5. Harvest treated tobacco when leaves have reached the de~red color intensity. 

Harvest can commence 48 hours aitt.'r ETHREL- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator apPlication. TO determine harvest timing and avoid quality loss or leal 

drop. closety monitor treated crop and weather conditions. 

CURING fTHREl& BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR TREATED TOBACCO 

Curing procedures are as much an art as a science and each rure must be judged on the basis 01 tobacco condition, interval between treatment and 

harvest, weather and type 01 curing lacility belore prescription temperature and ventilation schedules can be established. To obtain maximum quality. 

care mUSt be taken to observe and controllhe curing process closely, especially during the late 'coloring' and early "drying' stages 01 the leaf. 

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flhepllon treated lobaao w,lI have slarlet:! ([1(' (Qlormg process when harw-";Ied, leduciog Ihe lime reqUIred Iii Ille colormg phase 01 ClHlng. 1(('31('(/ 

lobauohllould be dlled laster illobJ((o leJ\esJfe green or contam some green .... hen ltarv~led. II may be Mn:sSJ!'y 10 color Illem lor a lew hOllrs II 

Ihe I&Jves 41f completely )'t'flow. iernperalur(' and ventilalion must be adluSted In J m,)Mer 10 dry the tOllanD as !.lSI as possible wlthoul \.Ca!dlng. 

Ome the 1('31 15 dlled (3(4 dry!. ~Oll sho,rld 10110\\ nOlmal prQced'[Ie<; for wrmg 51'1(1" [lHR[I"lrrated ieJVcscult 1<151('(. Heated ~nd unilt'aled !cales 

should not be (ured to£c'lher In llie SJme barn 

TOMATOES 

TOMATOES (PROCESSED): A 101r31 sprav 01 fll(RfL~ l)r<)nd [lllephon Planl Regu1dlor accelerates and concefl(lJI!."S 10111.110 IIpen,ng ,ncreaslng 

re(o'o'elable lrull yield f'om d Oll(('·over harvesL PI~nl Regulalor appli(allOn slart~ :Ile normal flpelilng PIO(~S earlier ~Ild Illueases the rail' 01 

rlpenmg 01 matllh" gre-en Irult (Oll(('fllfa(mg rIlat(Jflly. Concentraled nla(Ufily enabl<-S high 1(>( ovelaiJle ywlds 01 IIpe lomaloes m once-over harv~1 

tarly (Qmenlraled nlalUrily e\lends the normal haf\~1 st'ason and helps grol'<(,I> S(hedule harvesl and handling more elf('(li~ely 

TOMATOES (FRESH MARKET IN CAUfORNIA): ... lollar spla~' of rTflR£l"' bland Elhephon Planl Re-gul,ltor ,)l"Ielerales 10mato ripenmg Increasing Ihe 

eMly Yields of marketable ripe IrUit. 

(rop Sitlalion 

fTHREL "' 

Pints!Auc~ Spe·dfic Oirections Remarks 

PROC!:SS lOMAIOfS 1 tf4-31f4 Apply when 5% 10 15% 01 (he Illlil In Ihe Apply flHREl" when desired lonnage of 11U11 has reached 

Earlyand field are led and Pill~ iimludmg blea~ers) markelable size and Illalurlly. Check fields cfosely lor slage and 

Mldseason Clops or and Ihea' IS slillioeni nlalure gretn IrUlI degree 01 uniform Illatllflly prior 10 appli(Jlion Sample several 

Warm CondloollS 10 product Ihe d~Hed lormage. planls Ihroughoul llie held lu delermine proper ',pray dale 

Under Iligh lemperalures (abO\·c 8S 8. Sorl. ""('Igh and (alwlale Ihe pe{(ent I(lrll whICh IS red and 

ralK as low JS t 1J4 plrJIsJaue (,)!1 b, pink. includmg breakel>. FIUII Sil(,' alolle is not an adequale 

efi('(oV(' IlldlCa(Qr Observe speCific dlrecllollS 10 delermme Irealmenl 

Ihorough " eswntial. '0< 

s(age lot your sllualion Walk trealed fields Irequenlly 10 

coverage evaluale (lOP cond,llon Maintain normal cullural pratllee ground 0< ." dPphcaoon <'''''' belween Irealmenl and li<lrvKL Tlln~ly haf\'KI IS l"SSenliallor equipment and spray volum(";. Ihal Will maxilnuln return 01 high quality lrult Consull prO{KSOt assure uniform Wlay {Overage of loliage lepr("S('nlalivi'S conn'tlllflS delivery s.::heduli"'> and quolas prlOI and hUll. OverdOSing Irom overlapping 10 application 01 HHRHo, 'iWa(h~ Of spray Iloule paltelils (an (a liS{' 

"j{".'Ne lollage- Infury. II band~ ale spr<l~ed Consull yOul 10(.11 "wnliS (r0pxlell(e Repri'Sentalive, rxlell~101l 

<NO' ,", row, reduce the amounl 01 l-Iolli(()llural Spe(lJII~t 01 farm Alh:sor lor ~uggestlOIiS un Ihe 

GURU· used In propOliiOl1 10 Ihe <llt'a proper use of D11Rfl"' ""hen helds have variable plant vigor due 

actuallv trealed (0 dilierences In wll condilions or cullural pradlCes and for 

Ob<.erve Irfa(ed l!f:lds (lowly and Ilar,esl lales 01 fruil npe-Illng JS <lite-ned by lempelawle, wllh,n the rail' 

Ilull al proper malurlly and Ilmirtg hmlla(lons shown on Ihe labeL 

c ~ , . 

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"Arriy 3'/'1 1-e G y~ p;v"ts f'vt' ''C,'C- 0+ E'nlp,I'L® 6,?~ E-rh"f'ln'<l" 

Pl&1rvCrFt.l1;,t4l4'Cl" ~v; n h\tV"'·I'f"vtt.-{..V~?f 1.0 ,"'V{.-[1.}HS P'~- Vvev-t!.... --t"O'i3Y'""'o(.-{,-v-..c,r l\·~\cv, OL~ CL ~1/\\v\\V1r\{...--{.."\.f~\ of 10 ::Jp'vlLc(..s ~e.-f" cve.w~e f () (' ct-t,- )1 , 

(rop 

PROCESS TOMA10ES 

Late Season Of 

Coastal Crops or 

Cool CondItions 

FRESH MARKEl 

TOMATOES. 

Calilornia 

31l4~(,1/2 

1 tN - 5 

TOMATOES 

(continued) 

, Oire-ctrons 

fru,t III tile htld are red and pInk 

(,";';,j,"gbrta~t'(Sj "od there IS suffl(lent ma!(;fe green fru,1 10 

dtsired tonnage. MJ\,munl H:'sp(lme ,~ Jcl,,('Ved 

10111 to be treated IS 5 to 15~ pUlk Jnd fed uS<' the h,ght'f 

rate 01 fTHREL" when nIghttime tenlperillures art (001 (belOW 

&S'f) or ves,etallve growth is den~ Ttlo,o"gh (Oyerage IS 

~nt;al. rOf ground or air choose equlpolent and 

t '11 

Apply [ff)RH' when desIred tonnage 01 Irult has rearhed 

marketable me and maturily. genNall1' 3 to & days before deslri'd 

harvest date. Elpen only one harvest Irom trealed areas 

I

l __ --~-----I-.------iThOrOugh coverage IS essentIal For ground or a,r apphcatlon choose eqlfiplllent and spray volull1es Ihal WIll a:\&lre uw/orm 

spray coverJge 

u~ limilations 

Use Ihe hIgher rale alld longer pr("harvesl inlerval on lale season 

crops. when temperalur('S are cool (gellerally below 85"0 and 

foliage IS dense Under high tenlper.ltur~. rates as low as t t/4 

p,nls per acre have been effccllve w1"le redUCIng lohage damage , . 

Remarks 

HaNest at proper Iflatur,t)' 

Tempe(Jlu(~ above 900 r may CJuse 

fru,t to ripen sooner whNeas 

tenlperatur~ below 65" r retard 

naturat cotor devefopment and may 

the lime het .... ecn Ireatment and 

harvest 

(heck treated Iruit frcquently and 

harvesl at desired malurit~, When 

programming harvesl, spray a different 

block each day and harvesl hlocks d,)IIy 

in the -same Sctjuence, 

00 not aptlly before there is suffIcient mature green frUIt to produce the d~~Ired tOflnJge flHRH' brand Elhephon Plam Regulator will not ripen 

inlmature gr('{:n Iruit. 

Same yellOWIng and general aging 01 loliage may be obsetved lollowing treatment 

00 not Ireat plants wllh poor rOOI S}";terns or gro\\ing under stress due to POOl Y"JlI wndlilons, drought. ri,seal.e or inseO damage Treatmenlol 

weak plants WIll result in rapId lossol lolrage ((j,('f increaSIng sunburn and sun scald polellilal. espNI,ll1y under high lemperature condilions 

Do not Ireat when sustallled trmperJtures above \05~F are anticipated 

Do not treal sensihve vaneh('"S durIng perIod \\hen temperalures I?)..ceed lOO'f rohar danlage is more severe on certa,n vanNies such as VF 10. vr 

3 tS, VF 14S, 21-4. and 13L Ounng pcrioosol high temperatur~ use Ihe lowcr rates on sensitlvcvarieti~ 

• 

Do nol lank mix with SUII plotection products, sun proleclion whil"ners.. spray adluvants or olher additives 

00 not apply fTHREL* br,lIld Elhephon Plant R<i\ulalor to more acreage th:1Il can be harvested In 2 to 3 dal'S 

Do not apply flHRH ~ brand [tI,t-phon Plant Rtgul~lor to ~anehes known 10 '>Often rapldlyol shatter when I'lpr. 

*~ 00 nol harvest tomatoes treated with Ethref~ hrand Ethepllon Plclnt Rtgulator woner than 3 days ahcr laSI apphcation, 

....". • Follow use rates listed above for labt'led uses 00 not exceed 6:' p;nt~ 01 thIS pmdud (t 63 Ib eth~phO(lj per 3(re pcr year. 

Ln~DO &'1...·fy"Tv<,se. Ck-'"\. Qret1,.',J,\ot.{Se. 1"ch .... o"'tC'"t'S .. i

j cle)e:rt:..cl J 

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CHERRIES 

Except California 

(tl£RRt[S A loliar SplJ, 01 fTHRfl ~ br;lrld fthcpilol1 Plant Regul,1!or lO()<,tns irUlI <lnd pre,r;otcs early un.lorm nrwrilng.. and redul h Ihe shaler lort c 

n,,{'ded 10 mtthJfll(alty hJrve~llrull TIlM'.' elf{'cts are rOlPOrlaflllor mcreaSlng eihl,ency. l{'tOver,lb1e ,Ields. mJln[,lln1ng frUIt qlJahty and reduoflg 

lrer Ifllury DO ~.OT USE ON (tt[RRIES IN CAliroRNIA. A lall ,lpplicallor. 01 EHtR£l" )0 s .... tet (hellieS rn Ihe PJuh{ NonhwKI are~ rncreas('<; dorm,1fIt 

bud hMdin~ and delay-; bloom the loll OWing ~P(I()g 

£THREI. • Crop SilU~lion Pints!Acrt Specific Oiredions Remarks 

TART (ll[RR:{$ Dllule Spray ,,!,ppl, as a drlu!!' spray .... ,Ih sul!lC!enl .... ater lor Ihorough. 

, undorm loverage Tlte optimum Splily ~'{JI(Jrnc ..... 111 depend 

Olliree Sill.'. plafl!in denSIty Jnd t{ju,prnent used. 

(orlcen- Concentrate ~prar>, generally less tllan 100 gallons per aoe. 

tr,He Spray requIre unllorm {ov('rag(' lor oplimum lesponse. 

2/3 10 I 

SWHT (H[RRl[S Dilute Spray ;\pply as a dilute spra)' \\1th '>UlfIlient waler lor lhorough [).p.Xl a longer treatment to harvest 

(~a(lelIM such as 3 to 4 u,\llorm lov('rage .. 4.Clual vollJlne \\rll deptnd on the type 01 ;nteNJI With lower ratM. 

Windsor. Napoleon' d('livef)', sprayer lI!>('d Jnd sile ollr('es. Uw low rat;:s on tfle 

Royal Anne, hght or yellow-wlored v,lIIelies. 

Emperor framls) 

(on((:'n· COrltentral{> \/lrar>. generallv less lhan 100 g.llioilS per acre, 

tratt Spray require unrlorm I rlV{>rage for ophmHm re-sp(lnse. 

2 - 3 

INCREASEO l Tr('al In frr5t lWO week<. of Septtwber. , lall applicatron ,f ETHREt" wrll 

DORMA~T nwn rncrease frllit bod hatdrness by 

BUD HARDINESS deoNsing the chanle for winter Inlury 

AND OftMm .HIt! dela),lng bloom by 3 10 S CJ)"'> 

SPRtNG BLOOM which may help a,oid liost IIltury 

(Sweel (her(lB In lreallnent 01 e.lrly Ilowering valletre<. 

lhe Paoflc may delay bloom 10 beller 10lncide 

Norlhwe;ll \\Ilh pollina lion from other varretie;. 

u~ limitations " A • l E. TdF\r.~~(~l) b\.t"c/~--ot NOI for use on cheme-; In cahfornla.*",) J: t'3 r'G-t,..:tc ,'-

Do nOl rreal too earlv as tillS can (Jlrse early irull drop WIth stems attJched 

SOme gummQSlS of cherry tree; IS aSS'(H lated WIth treatment. 

E.t~\,..., r~! ... , 

High lemperatures dUling anrl alter application rnay (JUS(' sC\"ere gummo~ls 

00 nOl treal trees lhal had s€'Vere gummosls the previousy('ar as tr"" darnage wrll restJll 

Do not appl, to trcts that are 01101'1 vigor or have experienced sev('re slre;s (such as \\Inter Inlury. drollghl, or disea~), since gummosis wrll be 

excessive, part,(uIMly \\Iwn tllgh trmperalures and/or drought follCM tr~atmenl 

II poSSl!,;;le. Irllgate OHhards 10 PI event drought slrt"iS rcsultrng in gulnmo-s.ls. 

00 not hJi'\irst ChWIM lredled wllh rTHRfl' ~ner than 7 dar> alter last appllcatron 

Al the tlm(' 01 Jppll(atlon, all frUit Inclu(1ing lho~ Insid(' lhe tree canopy. s,'lOuld be If] stag~ 3 as Indlcdled by rapid Silt intreaS{> and lhe pr('Sl.'nte 

of ground lolor (I hange Irom brighl green to yellow background (Olorl Tr~at ..... hen .Ill l~fllp~ratuICS are between 60 and as"f _ Do not treat .... hen 

air h:rnperatures (':t(eed 8:N Unilorrn (Ovtrage IS IfllpOr[ilnl, I onlentraled spray'S a~<,(lCi,lted With errallc JPplrtJtron can result In gIJll1fno~is and 

tip dlcbacl: 

Some eariv Iral velI01' rng and drop rnay be nottd 10110WIng JPpliCalion 

Slight gUfllmoSl~ ,lild Indlvldllallrurt Sile redllwon rl1av rMull Wllh liln Jpplicallon hud hardlrle!<s trealment. 

FoliO" llY.' ralt"> IiSled abnl!.' Iw lJbekd US6 00 nOl (xl{'f'd 4 0 pints 01 thl~ product (10 lb elh~ptlon) per ~tre per 'r{',Jr 

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GRAPES 

(Only in California and Arizona) 

GRAPES (TABLE GRAPES IN CALIFORNIA AND ARIZONA): An app/ica1ion of ETHRELI brand fthephon Plant Regulator promotes early uniform color 

development on table grape Yarietie~ such as Gordina!. Empe!Of, flame seedless. Rt'd Malaga, Queen and Tokay allowing more efficient harvests 01 

quality huit. 

GRAPES (RAISIN PRODUCTION): A fohar spray of ETHREL" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will hasten maturity 01 Thompson seedfes!o grapes resulting In 

reduced acids. increased sugars and increased raisin quality. 

Crop Situation 

TABLE GRAFtS 

(such as Cardinal, 

flame$('edles~ Red 

Malaga, and Queen) 

TOKAYGAAPfS 

RAISIN 

PRooucnQN 

(Thompson 

Seedless) 

Use limitalians 

Table Grapes 

ETHREt" 

Pints/Am: 

112· l 

1-2 

t - 2 

Specific Dir«1ions Remarks 

foe high temperatures conditions Harvest fruit at desired maturity and quality as indicated by sugar 

(above BSfj use lower rales of 1/2 fo I content, acidity and color. Thi~ is generally two weeks or more 

pinl per acre. For low lemperatures alter treatment. Walch treated area~ closely and harvest before 

condi(lon~ (but above 6Sf) use h 'Igher berries become 100 dark. For more informat"lon regarding local 

rates. Apply in suffkient waler to weI experiences wilh this producl on grapes, consult your farm 

vines and fruil clu~ler~ uniformly, Advisor or Exten!.ion Viticulturist. 

using convenlional ground ~praye~. 

Treal when 5 - 30')6 of berries ~how 

color. 

Treat Tokar.> when 5 - 15% 01 berrie~ 

~how color. 

Apply as a loliar spray at 5% berry A loliar spray of ETHREL" will ha~len malurity of Thompson 

softening. Treat when 5 - 30% 01 Seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, increased sugars and 

berries show color. increased rai!.ln quality. For more inlormation regarding local 

experience wilh this product on grapes consull your Farm Advisor 

or Exlension Viticulturist. 

Rates higher lhan 1 pinl/A may increa!.e lhe incidence of cracked Iruit and should be usN only in area~ or during w~alher condilion~ when' grapes 

have been especially hard-lo-color in pa~1 seasons. 

Some berry softening i~ associated with ETHREL· brand Hht'phon Plant Regulator trealmt'nl 01 some varieties which may limil or inllut'nce ~torage 

consideration~_ 

Do nol ~tore Tokays. 

00 not harvest grapes treated with E1HREL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 14 dar.> alter la~t applic~lion. 

00 nol exceed 2 pints of thi~ product (0.5 Ib elhephon) per acre per year. 

Raisin Produdion (Thompson Seedfess) 

00 nol apply to grapes under slress from insect d<lmage or moi~ture ~tres~. Observe treated vineyards closely and harvest at proper malurity as 

del ermined by sugar acid levels. 

00 not exceed 2 pint.sollhi~ produCl (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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APPLES 

APPlES- A lohar spray 01 OHRfL ~ brand flheplron Plal)! Resu1alor p,omoles Irul! fnJlllflly dnd loosells "pples, maklr)g l)JrvK! by bantl or machine 

easier and mor(' elf,ocO! n HRfll applied In cofubinallon \\dlll fRUllONE t N 10 control pre·haO"ll.'sl drop shmldale<. earl\, developillent 01 red color 

and riperllf)g wltbou! 100000enmg tnlll Applied (0 young treeS. IIHR[l' Will supprN \'<,,£<:'1<1111{' glo"l11 and promole 1I00 .. "r bud lormilhol). 

(rop Situatron 

fRUIT lOOSENING 

I EARLY AND 

MIOSEASON 

MATURING 

VARIETIES 

(varieTIes malurlng 

wllh Mcinlosh or 

earlier) 

2. LATE MA.TURING 

VARlfTlES IN THf 

[ASHRN UNlffO 

STATES 

(varielles rnatlrrlng 

fTHRH~ 

Pinl1tAcre 

2 tl2 

\ 

Spe<ific Direction! 

"Ilplya lollar ~rJy 10 apple lrees 7 10 14 dal-'!> 

prror 10 norma; anllClpJted harvest 

Use sulhClenl waler for lholOlrgh lrndo!m 

spray coverage The type 01 sprayer Irse-d and 

size ollrees WIll ellecl volume required, 

ObSt'rve frUIt daily as the proper pIcking 

penod IS shorter WIth fTHREL' treated Irwl 

lhan Ullirealed Irurl 

'V- c" Po trw--T e Xc: e e.A f~1-..'5' 

f'0w,~~S ",:") /A \;,.'Z-r 

,/ I '---'- ! 

:s (-oL:$ (::'ll". ~ (lA. FA L(;I1. 

Remarks 

[THRH' prO~ldes sev/.'ral benefiCial reSr;OnSK on 

apple'S Depe,)(]ing on rail.' and lime 01 applicallon 

fTHRU' will promOle fruit IOlY..ening. promote 

unlforrn ripening and coloring wlthoul I~nlng. 

promole Illl(l(lIng and return bloom. and increase 

[Io\\er bud development In young trees for desired 

response, 101101'.' speClhc dire(\lons. 

TreJ! wli('n Jlr lemperatures are belween 60" F and 90" 

F However, apphcallon may be made al 50° F under 

riSing temperJlure condllions. II daytime lemperalures 

Me warm, color response from fIHRfl~ lreatment will 

be reduced, b,rl r,pen,ng and loosemng efleels will be 

acceleraled Cool wea!ller may extend lhe Illlerval 

bt'!ween lr\'allnenl and harvesL 

00 nol allow IWll 10 become overripe on lrees frUll 

Inlended lor Iresh market mUSI be checked lor qualily 

arId malurlty Color alon;: IS 1101 an ad.:quate gUIde lor 

IrUll maturily, us.e a pressure gJlIge OJ olher suilable 

methods lor determlnrng inl;>rnal rnalurily. FrUllover· 

olatured ",lien harvesled and slored Olay sohen \OOner later lban Mclr}lOsh) hId I I-________ + _____ ---j ________________ -jl an unlrea e rUlt 

PROMOTION OF 

UNlTORM RlPE,..tNG 

AND COLORING OF REO 

VARIETIES WITHOUT 

lOOSENING 

I fARLYOR 

MIDSEASON 

MATuRING 

VARlfTIfS 

(varielles malurlng 

wllh Mclnlosh or 

earlier) 

I ·4 

Apply loliar !>pral' 01 ET HREl' and iI preharvest 

drop control chemICal registeled lor u~ on 

apples such as the product FRUITONE" N lJ~ 

lhe preharvf'Sl drop COlltrol product ilccord,ng 

10 labe! directions, Beg,n ~praylflS 2 10 3 

werk; belore normal harvest period and aboul 

T 102 weeks before desIred harvesl dale, 

Apply as a normal dllule spray using sulr,cienl 

water for Ihorough unilorm cO'>'erage Actual 

volume will depend on Ibe l;'pe 01 deliver) 01 

sprayer us.ed and sue ollree<" 

Use- Ihe 100000r rate lor apples Inlended lor 

1-_______ + ____ --1 slorage, 

"<-'~Do >-\c&"\ eXc£tf-c4 t.2.'5" 

f'ov'.v'-<'"Ls- 17_ ~ I f\ f' e~l~ 

.St'.Cl.SCV\ ,,>; oleA e..tr2-et 

2, LATE MATURING 

VA.RIETIES 

(varielles maturing 

laler t!lan t,\(lnlom) 

Do nol apply ETIiREL~ 10 more acreage lhan wn be 

harvested In t to 2 days 

Treated frUIt can be Sdllslaclorlly held ,n cold a,r "Wrage 

pr(t'o\ded Iruil is If) good condllion. 

SinH' recommendatIons lor chemical conlrol of 

pretlJrvl."Sl drop ~ary according 10 localroo ;lfId vanety. 

10110 .... dIrections on lhe FRUITONE" N label. In 

addrllon. you nlaY consult your local exten'tion 

Pomologlsl or HorTIcultUrist lor his recommendat'lons. 

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(rop Situation ETHREl~ 

Pints/A(fe 

THt:-:NINGANO 

RfTURN BLOOM 

1. ~tost varieties t.S·4 

2. Difficult to Thin 3·6 

varieties Such as 

Golden Delicious 

tNCREASED HOWER 

SUD DEVElOPMENT 

1. NON-BEARING 

TREES 2-8 

2 BEARING TREES 

1/2- 3 

Use UmrtaHons 

APPLES 

(continued) 

Sp«ific Directions 

Treall0 to 20 dayS alter lull bloom. 

For greatellhinnin&. this product can be 

mixed with AMID·THIN' W, SEVIN" brand 

4F Carbaryl tnsedicide. SEVIN" brand 80 

WSP Carba!)i Insecticide. SEVIN" brand 80 

S carbaryl tnsedidde or SEVIN" brand XlR 

Plus Carbaryllnseclicide lor use on apples 

in accordance with the most restrictive 01 

the AMID·THlN° W. SEVlN~ and ETHREL''' 

label limitations and precautions. No 

label dosage rates should be exceeded. 

ETHREL ° cannot be mixed with any 

product conlaining a label prohibition 

against such mixing.. Consult local 

extension recommendations. 

Addition 01 a non· ionic surfactant can 

enhance treatment effectiveness. 

Buffering spray solution to a pH of 3 to S 

can improve performance where water is 

alkaline. 

Use a spray volume sufficient to cover 

trees thoroughl' and uniformly. 

Spray trees thoroughly and uniformly to 

the point ot runofl. Use the higher rate 

on more vigorous tree. 

Treat 2 to 4 weeks aher lull bloom. 

To help minimize fruit thinning. delay 

application until 6 weeb after lull bloom 

and after June drop. 

Remarks 

Regulating cropping from one season to another is a 

problem. Whenever a high percent 01 the spurs and 

tateral buds bloom in a single season severe alternate 

bearing can develop the following yeaL 

To overcome this problem use ETHREt° or a combination 

01 ETHREL" plus AMID· THIN~W or ETHREtO plus one 01 the 

SEVIN' ptoduru listed under Specific Direcrions applied 7 

to 2t days alter tull bloom. The program to use will 

depend on the amount 01 thinning required and the 

biennial bearing history 01 your orchard. 

Expect Red Delicious to show a reduction of "type" and 

fruit size particularly on trees under Stress. 

Use of higher label rates may reduce fruit size. 

To increase flower bud development on non· bearing trees 

apply a foliar wray of ETHRElo 2to 4 weeks alter bloom. 

Treatment can result in exc!5Sive fruit thinning and 

reduced fruit size and yield reduction the year of usage. 

fTHRH ° should reduce vegetative growth and increase 

/lowering the following spling. Trees should be large 

enough to suppon a crop 01 apples before treatment to 

initiate flower buds. 

The use 01 ETHRElo brand Ethephon Plant Regulator {an result in over thinning and reduced fruit size. 

Avoid double coverage and use on low vigor trees. 

Environmental facto~ can affect thinning and return bloom, it is advisable to obtain experience under your conditions by initially testing only a 

small percent of your trees each year with anyone program. 

[Mr muSi consider ri$l:: of excessive fruit thinning and fruit size reduction when using ETHREL ° brand Ethephon Plant Regulator on young trees just 

starting to bear. 

Treat only vigorous trees since excessive growth reduction will result on weak trees. 

Fat best results a thorough uniform spray is needed. A wetting agent may improve spray coverage. 

00 not sraze or feed cover crops grown in treated apple orchards. 

00 not harvest apples treated with ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 7 days aller last application. 

Fruit size reduction may occur when used 10 obtain early maturity, especially il Iruit is small at time 01 treatment. 

ETHREL~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator apptied earlier than 3 weeks belore normal anticipated harvest may result in reduced Iruit quality and 

size. 

follow use rates listed above for labeted u~. 00 not exceed 8.0 pints 01 this product (2.0 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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WALNUTS 

WALNUTS IN CALIFORNIA: A foliar s;lray of ETHREL ~ brand E1hephon Plant Regulator wililoor.en walnuts for ,nClcased elfidency 01 mechanical him'est. 

promote earlier harvest. improve ht:1I removal. and increase recoverable yields from a once·over harvest. 

(rop fTHREl· specific Directions Situation Pints/Acre 

upecl best results with spray concentrations 01 300 

california 3· S to 900 ppm. Refer to spray ElHREL- preparation 

chart below. Under low temperatures. and/or low 

humidity conditions use Ih' higher label rales. 

Expect less time between application and harvest 

with higher label rates. 

For best results treat when air temperatures are 

between 6O"F aod 950F. Expect reduced 

effectiveness il above goOF with low humidity due to 

$pray evaporation. 

Thorough uniform coverage 01 walnut hulls ;, 

essential for maximum hull split and nut loosening 

response. Choose equipment that provides 

maximum spray penetration of the entire tree 

canopy. U~ large air carrier Spraye~ where tree size 

jeopardizes coverage. Or volute ~rayer anachments 

may help. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Treatment prior to packing ti~e brown (mature) stage may reduce nut Quality. 

SOme leaf drop is associated with treatment. 

Do not treat diseased, low vigor or moisture stressed trees as excessh'e leal drop may occur. 

Remarks 

Walnuts are mature when the packing tissue between 

kernel halves (Ompleles browning. (oiled nul samples 

from throughout the tree canopy when determining 

percent nul maturity. 

Advancing Harvest· Apply when 95·10()'jl, of the nuts 

have reached maturity. Inspect frequently and harvest 

as soon as adequate hullabllity o((u~ generally 10-16 

days after treatment depending on variety and weather 

conditions. Plan s«ond shake 10-12 days alter first 

shake. 

Once Over H~rvest • Variety. growing conditions and 

weather ailed maturity and the opponunity for once 

over harvest. Contad a locallieldman or Farm Advisor 

to determine if once over harvest can be expeded in 

your situation. Apply to mature walnuts to days prior 

to expeded harve5t date. Expect adual harvest 10 

range from 7·t2 days alter trNtmenl 

Assure that dosage rates are measured accurately since rates higher than recommended may result in tree injury (such as acessive defoliation, 

reduced catkin formation and twig dieback). 

Do not harvest walnuts treated with ETHREl- sooner than 5 days alter last application. 

Do not aceed 5 pintsolthis produd (1.25 Ib ethephon} per acre per year. 

ETHREL- SPRAY PREPARATION (HART 

S~ray Volume {gallonu~cre) 

ETHREl- Rate 100 200 300 .00 

Pints/A llilt Concentration (~~m) 

3 0.75 900 'SO 300 ... , 1.00 ... 600 '00 300 

S 1.25 ... 7SO SO<) 17S 

500 

. .. 

. .. 

100 

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PEPPERS 

PEPPERS: A foliar spray of ETHRU" brand Ethephon Plant Regulatol promotes eally, uniform ripening and coforing for more efficient packing and 

handling of fruit 

£THR£Lt 

Crop Snu~tion Pints/Acre Specific Dir«lions Remarks 

PEPPERS I 1/4·4 Thorough coverage is e$!.entiaL For ground or '" (heck seyeral lidd locations to determine crop 

application choose equipment and spray volumes thai will stage 'nd de&ree of maturity. ETHREl' 

insure uniform coverage 01 foliage and fruit Use the treatments may reduce 10Iai yields if applied 100 

higher rale when cool temperatures are anticipated (l("Ss early or there is a lack of uniform, mature, green 

than 65c F). when plants are glowing yigorously or when fruil resufting from splil fruil set or variable soil 

foliage is dense to assure thorough welling 01 all leaves cultural practices. HalVes! fruit after desired 

and fruiL color and maturity, generally t1 or more days 

Use the lower rates with lower spray volumes (t 1/1 to 2 after treatment. 

pint rate in 2Dga1JA) and higher rates with higher volumes 

(3-4 p'lnts/40 gallA), The 3-4 pint rate in Il.'S$than ~o gpa 

may cau~ foliage burn under hot dry conditions. 

Apply £THREl" to bell peppe~ when tO% 01 fl uit ale rtd 

and chocofate and to chili and pimtnto pepper varieties 

when to to 30% of fruit are red and chocolate and there is 

sufficient mature green fwitto produce desired tonnage. 

ETHREl" will not ripen immature, green fruil. 

Use limitations 

00 not apply when prolonged average high temperatures of9soF after treatment are expected. 

00 not treat when temperatures exceed too"F. Applications made under high temperatures will accentuate fruit ripening. .yellowing of foliage, 

defoliation and immature fruit abscis~on. 

00 not treat when average temperatures are below 6O~F. lOW temperalures after treatment may reduce or negate the effects of ETHREl" brand 

Ethephan Plant Regulator. 

Some yellowing and general aging of leaves will be noted alter treatment. 

00 not harvest peppers treated with ETHREl· brand Ethephon Pli!nt Regutator $ClOner than 5 days after last application. 

00 not exceed 4 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ai ethephon) per ,we ~ryei!r. 

NOTE: Under certain conditions tank mixtures of ETHREl e br~nd Ethephon Plant Reguli!tor with desiccants containing sodium chlorate could rewlt 

in the formation of hypochlorous acids which on heating will emitto~c chtoride fumes. 

BlACKBERRIES 

BLACKBERRIES tN OREGON AND WASHINGTON: A foliar spray of ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will concentrate maturily and loosen lruit, 

improving harvesting efficiency while reducing cane injury from mechanical harvest. 

ETHRU· 

Crop Sjtui!1ion Pinu/Acu Sp«ific Oi~j01\5 Remaro 

tN OREGON AND 5-8 To loosen fruit and concentrate maturity. apply usc ETHRfl e : t) early in the harvest season to reduce 

WASHINGTON a foliar spray 01 ETHREl" at least 3 days prior to the number 01 pickings or 2) treat later in the harve-n 

(Cultivars Chehalem expected harvest when air temperatures are season for a once-over final picking. 

Thornless and between 6O~F and 90°F and rain is not predicted 

Evergreen) within 24 hours. 

Use sufficient volume to insure thorough ,,' uniform wellinR offolineand fruil. 

Use umitations 

00 not spray mOle than can be harvested on the third day lollowing treatment as considerable lruitlThly dlop. 

Use onfy at recommended times and rates on healthy, vigorous plants. as a reduction I(l berry size may occur. Do not use on damaged or diseased 

plants. 

00 not harvest blackberries lIeated with ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator!>OOner than 3 d",!,> after tast application. 

00 not exceed B pints of this product (2 tb ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

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BLUEBERRIES 

BLUEBERRIES: A loliar spray 01 ETHRH' brand Elhephon Plant Regulator concentrates maturity of blueberries lor easier and more efficient harvest A 

101iar spray 01 ETHREl' brand Elhephon Planl Regulator will abort black barrenberry (Aronic m~lonlY.Ofpo) liower5 and/or Iruit growing in Maine 

lowbush blueberry lie Ids reducing the number 01 undesirable barrenberry Iruil harvested with blul'berries. 

ETHRUCrop Situa1ion Pints/Acre Spedfi<. Directions Remarb 

CONCENTRATION OF 4· , Apply a loliar spray 01 ETHREl' brand Elhephon To COn(enlr~le firsl harvest, apply ETHREl' brand 

MATURITY AND Planl Regulator at it rate 01 4 10 B pints in 150 Elhephon Planl Regulator when IS to 2();i 01 the 

EARliER FRUIT 10 100 gallons Pl'r acre. Use the higher spray berries are blue. To concentrate linal harvest, treat 

COLORING volume and rate on large dense foliage bushes alter the lim or se{ond picking. Harvest blueberries at 

((ultiyars Bluecrop, or when temperaluresare cool. Treat when air proper maturity when colored, generally one to two 

Weymouth, Jersey, temperatures are 600 10 900 F. weeks alter trealmenl. Observe fruit daily as the 

Rancocas, Rubel, Thorough uniform spray coverage of foliage proper picking period for optimum internal ,,' Bluella, Erliblue. ,,' fruil i, essential I" maximum fruit external quaflty ." shorter wilh EHIREL' brand 

Wolcoll, (roatan, maturation and coloralion. To aid uniform Ethephon Plant Regulator Ireated fruit than with 

Murphy, Angola, wening 01 plants, use a welting agent such as untreated frui\. High temperatures (90~ F) ~ccelerate 

Morrow. G~rden Blue, Triton B·1956 at 0.5 pint per to{} gallons or X· Iruit ripening. 

Trilblue and N(90t) 77 at 2.0 pints per 100 gallons. ETHREl' treatments m~y increase fruit with stems, 

slighlly dwease fruit size, soluble solids and acidity. 

ETHREl' may not induce internal ripening as rapidly as 

Iruit color. 

BLACK BARRENBERRY 4· , Apply >1 108 pints per acre of ETHREl' brand Use the lower rales 01 ETHREl' brand Ethephon Planl 

CONTROL IN LOW Ethephon Planl Regulator in approximalely 100 Regulator when black barrenberries are between 90 10 

BUSH BLUEBERRIES IN to 200 gallons per acre forground sprayer:. and IOtm petal 1.111 and use the higher rates of ETHRU' 

MAINE approximall'ly 10 gallons per acre for aeri~1 when blad: barrenberry fruit is tlB to 3/t6 inch in 

application. diameler. This is generally 7 to 10 dol.,.. alter 

Thorough uniform spray coverage is essential. blueberries are in the same slages 01 development. 

To aid in unilorm welting pf plan~, use a Harvesl blueberry fruit when ripe, generally 6 10 B 

welling agent such as X·77 at 0.1% of the spray weeks alter application. 

\lolume. 

Use Umitations 

Applications to cuitivars other than those listed abOve may cause exces~\le steminess andlor premature crops. 

Make no more Ihan one applicalion per season. 

If used for b.lrrenberry control in Maine. do nol make a se<ond ~pplic~tion for blueberry concentr~tion 01 maturity or coloring. 

Do not treat blueberry plants under drought stress or excessiyely high temperatures as defolialion and r«luced yield may result 

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CANTALOUPES 

CANTALOUPES IN CALIFORNIA, ARIZONA, AND TEXAS: A foliar ~pray o! fTHREL" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes abscission (slipping) offruil 

allowing more efficient and economical hafvesling. 

(rop Situation 

ETHREL'" 

Pints/Acre Spedfic Oirection~ Remarks 

CALIFORNIA. 3 Good ~pray coverage ;, The effect will be laster .1\ higher temperatures. Proper liming 01 ETHRH· 

ARIZONA, TEXAS imponanl '0' producing treatment i~ critical. but nlay vary from season \0 season. Fruit quality. in 

. uniform absd~~ion. Use 40 or terms 01 soluble solids and flesh color, does nol improve following 

more gallons/acre lor ground treatment. Therelore, ETHREL- should not be used unli! alter fruit has 

and 10 or more gallons/acre lor developoo marketable levels of soluble solids and lIesh co!or. ETHREL· aerial application. (Aerial promotes abscission of immature fruit as we!! a~ marketable fruit. Thos, application~ are only permilled USing ETHRH· too soon wilt resull in poorly colored fruit with substandard in Texa~.) sotuble solids. 

Be prepared to harvest abscised Observe treated lield~ frequently and pick fruit when market quality i~ fruit 2 10 S d,,, alter reached. Fruit allowed to remain in the field too long will lose quality. treatment. Th, exact pre· Some yellowing or rapid aging of vines will be seen following treatment. haIVest inteIVal will vary with Plants with low vigor will not respond properly. 00 not plant another temperature. S, ~ure 10 crop within 30 days aUer treatment. coordinate your harvesting 

schedule with your 

packer/~hipper. 

Use limitatrons 

fTHRElc brand Ethephon Plant Regulator should not be applied when night temperatures are below 606 F. 

Treat only those Iruit that have a fairly uniform fruit set. have vines in good condition, and have fruit with marketable soluble solids and internal 

flesh color. Do not treatlield~ where soluble solids are running les~ than 10%. 

00 not harvest cantaloupes treated with ETHREL" brand Ethephon Plant Regutator sooner than 2 days altet last application. 

00 not exceed 3 pints ofthi~ product (0.7S Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

MISTlETOE REMOVAL 

DWARF AND LEAFY MISTLETOE REMOVAL: A foliar ~pray of fTHREL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will remove dwarf mistletoe shoots in ornamental 

conifers and leafy mistletoe Irom ornamental d«iduous trees. 

ETHREL~ CropSituaUon Amount Spe<ific Oiredion~ Remarks 

DWARF MISTLETOE ON 2 pint~ Apply a~ a foliar ~pray to dwarf mistletoe Appli(ation~ made in conjundion with ~Ivicultural 

ORNAMENTAL po< shoots before mistletoe ~eed di~persal. mistletoe management will prevent ~pread 01 Ih, 

CONIFERS ZO gallon~ 10' elledive removal, ,II mistletoe mistletoe parasite to other pans of the tree and other 

shootsmu~t trees. 

DOUGLAS FIR t pint be ~prayed to we\. Use 01 a non·ionic Mature needle drop. that normally OCCUIS in the fall. 

ORNAMENTALS po< ~urfadant at recommended rates may may be ha~tened by the use of ETHREl- . 20 gal!on~ increase elledivenes!>. Treat '"V 

mistletoe regrowth before ~,d Application~ of higher rates on Oougla~ fir may result in 

dispeIYI. excessive needle drop. 

LEAFY MtSTLETOE 2 quarts Make applications atter taU leaf drop Large mi~tletoe infections and mi~tletoe found ;0 

ON po< through mid·winter. F" eHedive mesquite may be dilHcult to control with a ~ingle 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallon~ removal. all mistletoe shoot~ mu~t be application and retreatnlent may be ne!ess3ry. 

DECIDUOUS TREES ~prayed to weI. U!>e of a non·ionic 

surfactant at recommended rales may 

increase e(fectiveness. Any mistletoe 

regrowth ~hould be treated during the 

labeled application window. 

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FRUIT ELIMINATION 

(Ornamental Use Only) 

• UNDESIRABlE FRUIJ ruMINATION A foilJ! sprJy of rJHREl brand tllle-pholl Plant Regu!.'lor 1'1,11 reduce or el,Jnmalt' undewable frull developmen! 

on apple, cr .• b .• ppk. (awb and olive Irt6 

£THREl" 

(rop Siluation Amount Specific Directions Remarks 

APPLES 810 12 OUJl(6 App!)" J~ a lohill wray al Ihe !lower bud Appllcallon muSI be made belo!!.' fwd 'X'I for b1?S1 

CRABAPPlfS P" 10 full bloom ~Iage. prlOI 10 fruit sel rl"'lu!i~ 

Wei foliage IhOlOUgh1y. 0,,, Do nOI Ilt.'JI weak tire. 01 Uet'S under stress (dwughl, 20 gallons application of HHRfl" Planl Regulator \\;Do Ao.4:-[ 8xU(-cl Ian r~ull 10 e'H'SSlve lea! drop and/or 

insect or d,se3se damaget.illte-s) as ew.''Ssiv{' leaf dlop 

!2'~ IY~Vl.;:;""S 01 Iwig drop tan rMtl11. 

Hee de1oflalion, Use hrgher lales when (OtTo,>' ,,:.I remperal!!lesa1t'coof. t .;;~;:;..{t:tr;'..J Some fe .• 1 dlOP 01 lerllpolaly leaf yelfowmg may OCCUI 

I if'''' -'n; pt>'<", f--P01', .i-;:c;J1 I if'"t r! aflellrealrnt'nl. 

CAROB 60unces Apply as a lohal spray. Wei al! fofiage 00 nol HSC on small red Irurled valleli6 of clabapple as 

(Cfratoma 51i!qua) Pl'l Ihoroughl)". Amounl 01 splay Will Iluil eiullinalion will nol be '>allsla( lOry 

20 R,llions depend on !lee Sile 

OuvE~ 120unc6 

(alta fufOparoJ pel 

20 ~allons 

~Jhls rewmmendallon IS nOIIllI('nd('d 10 be used on Cotl1nlel(lal hUll produCflon <IS a Ihlnlllng agenl 

TURF 

A.n applicalion of flhlel slOW';. Ihe glO .... 1h 01 ludglJSses Ihus ledUCIng Ihe reljuiled fleqHency of mowui& ilnd the \olume- of clippings collecled 

SITH RATE APPUCATION SPAAYVOLUME 

Fairway\>. Roughs & Comme-rnal 6 fl. otJlOOO fl..' Appfy 10 actively &IOwlng lurt II wdl 05-4 Bgalsl1000 fll 

1urigrasses. rncludlllg Benlglass require 7·10 dol}'" for fJ HRH ~ 10 acl. 

(fairway cur). Kentucky 8Iue-glass. Reappfrcalwn mlervah' 

Perennial Rj-egrass. TilII &. rille fM(ue Kenlucky Blue1\!a<,~7 wis. 

Perenniaf Ryeg!Jss·7 wks 

JalfiFine Fe!.{ue·.j wb, 

Benl~la\~·4 wb 

Use Umilarions: 

Do nol i1f1ow enlry to Irfaled areas un I!! \playlo have dnt'd. 

For beil resulls, apply wllh \player m wfli(!enl volume of Willel 10 prOVIde unilarm COvelJge. £n~REl~ IS lollarly <lb\'{llbrO. 

Appl~ onfy 10 aClwel~ g.lowlng lur!. under la~olabfe glowmg (Ondllions. Ihal is nol going miD a dolmancy pellod Do nOllleal lurlgrass wllh poor 

1001 S),,>IClOS 01 growing undel sHes due ID POOl WII condilions. dlOUghL distaS(' 01 lOse-rt d .• m3ge 

Do nol apply 10 gof! COUlSe greerr~. 

Use 01 \pleilders/~llCkels wllh HHR[1· IS nol l!e((';'>ary 

(HIRH- is JI1 aCidic ploduC! and plOlorrged e~pDSUle \0 splay deposrls will damage acryflC pfasrl(s. te!laln pal!ll~ and melafs, IMst IhOlOUghfy all 

e'P~cl Jcrylic plaSII( mJleuafs and pamled sudau.'S wllh a deltlgenl Jnd Woller wllhm one hom altel e.xpoS\!!t' 10 '.plJV depm!ls, 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEfORE USE 

Read Ille ('nllre Directions lor use, (oodllions, DlsdJlrnt'r 01 lVarfaolles Jnd LlmnJI:Ofl~ 01 L1Jlnhl~ belofe USing lillS product II lerrns Jf~ flOI 

Jncptabl.:, r('hJlIl Ihe unopened produ(1 (OnlJlr1('r .11 onr(' 

fh uSing Ihls prOdu(I, lJ~er or buv~r J((ept~ lIlt' lollO\\In!S (oodillons, Disclaimer oj l'tarraOlitS and I.Imll"lions oj Llab:hly 

CONDIT IONS The dIH.'cl'lons 1m use Ollhl~ piodu(1 are belle'>ed 10 be Jdeqll<lte and ~llolJld b~ fOllowed (arelully HOWeYl'f. II is IrnpOSSlbh.' 10 ej,1)',nak 

all nsb aSW(lated ",dh Ihe u'>(' ollhl~ prodlJ(\ (rop Jnlury. IntH('(ln"efl£'SS or olheJ Urilillendeil (on~eqlJen(€"S may n"suh bC(JuSt' of w(h IJcors ,h 

wealher (oodlllonS, jrJts{>fl(C oj olh('( n1aleflill~. OJ Ih(' mannE'r 01 use or appl'(Jtlon. ail 01 whl(h Me be,'ond Ihe wntrol 01 Av('niiS CropSm'!1ce All 

such r;sks shall be aS~lrnled by 1),(' IJser or btl'i('r 

DI$(LAIMtR Of WARRANflfS: AV£NlIS CROPSCI[NC( l.iAK[S NO 0 ftl[R WARRAN 11[5. [Xf'R[SS OR IMl'ut D, Of MfRCHANl ABILITY OR Of m N[ SS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSf OR OIH[RWISl, THAI EXHND BEYOND I of STAlfMHHS MAO[ ON IHIS LABfl. No agenl 01 Av('nli~ CropS<i('no.' IS iltllh01.,ed 10 

make any warrantl~ heyond Ihose {OnlJlned Ilerein or 10 modily the warranlles (Ontarned herein AVENT IS CROPSClENCf DISCLAIMS ANY UA81L1ry 

WI fATSOfVfR fOR SP[CIAl, INCIDENIAL OR (QNSfQU[NTIAl DMlAGtS RfSUL TING fROM 1 HE US[ OR HANDLING Of THIS PRODUCT. 

LlMITATION~ Of LlABILIIY 1 HE EXCLUSIVE RfMEDY Of THf USER OR BUYER fOR ANY AND AU LOsSrs. INJURI[S OR DAMAGfS RESULllNG fROM TH[ US[ 

OR flANDLING Of Ttl IS PRODUCT, 'WHETHfR IN (XNfR>'(1, wm...wrY, 100, Nl:{..IX:f."Kl. SIRlCf tWllilyrnOTHEIMN. 'YW1 t;lJT OOmTIfff\Jf;O-\\"I ffiICI M.rn 

Al A\'[N1j)CR!:1"1)[MJ'; maw, n!f RfFt..vJML"IT Cf 11aXD. 

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ETIiR[lls a Je-glslered HadeJllark ollhe Aven11S Group 

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® 

ETH REL brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

For Commercial Or Agricultural Use Only. Not for Residential Use. 

For use on Tobacco, Tomatoes, Cherries, Grapes, Apples, Walnuts, Peppers, Blackberries, Blueberries and 

cantaloupes, for the removal of Dwarf Mistletoe in Ornamental Conifers and Leafy Mistletoe in 

Ornamental Deciduous Trees and for the elimination of undesirable fruit on Apple, Crabapple, Carob, 

and Olive trees. 

AmVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon {(2ochloroelhyljphosphonic acidJ* ......................................... ,. ....................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ............................................................................................................. <0 ••••••••••••••••••••••• <0 •••••••••••••••••••• <0 •• <0 •••••• 78.3% 

*(onlains 2 pounds el hephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267 EPA Est. No. 264·PM)1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en detalle. 

(tl you do not understand the label, find wmeone to explain it to you in detaiL) 

for MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies.rut.l.r (a1124 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

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The use 01 this product for a variety 01 plant growth regulation uses is (oveled by United States and loreign patents including 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive. Causes irreversible f!ye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful 'If swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do not get 1n eyes or 

on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. 

When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard for 

agricultural pesticides (WPS) {40 CFR 170.240 (d) (H)]. the handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS. 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavlly contaminated with this products concentrate. Do not reuse them. 

Follow manufacturer's instructions for deaninglmaintaining PPE. tf no such instructions for washabfes. use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash 

PPE ~parately from other laundry. 

User Safety Recommendations 

Users shoufd wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum. using tobacco or using the toifet. 

Users shoufd remove cfothing immediatefy if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into dean cfothing. The contaminated 

cfothing shoufd be washed before reu~. 

Uscrs should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As. soon as possible. wash thoroughfy and change into dean cfothing. Wash the 

outside of gfoves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purpost'S. Do not appfy directfy to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to 

intertidaf areas befow the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as th'ls product wiff cause modifications in plant growth. Pfant injury or reduced yiefds nlay resuft. 

Do not pfant another crop within 30 days after treatment. 

SPRAY DRIFT 

Avoid spray drilt. Do not appfy when weather conditions may causedrift. Do not aflow this product to drift on to non-target areas. Drift may result in 

iIIegaf residues or injury to adjacent crops and vegetation, in the form of feaf yellowing and defofiation. To a'o'Oid spray drift, DO NOT appfy aerially 

when wind speed is greater than 10 mph or during periodS 01 temperature inversions. Use of farger dropfet size will afso reduce spray drift. 

AVOtOtNG SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION StTE IS THE RESPONStBtUTY OF THE APPLICATOR. 

The interaction of many equipment·and-weather.related lactors determine the potential lor spray drift. The applicator is responsible lor considering 

all these lactors when making decisions . 

The following drift management requirements must be followed to avoid off-target movement from aerial applitations to agricultural field crops. 

Th~ requirements do not apply to forestry applications, public health uses or to applications using dry lormulations. 

1. The distance of the outer most nozzles on lhe boom must not exceed 3/4 the length of the wingspan or rotor. 

2. Nozzles must always point backward parallel with the air stream and nC'Jer be pointed downwards more than 4S 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 below: 

AERIAL DRIFT REDUCTION ADVISORY 

INFORMATION ON DROPL£T SIZE 

The most effective way to reduce drift potential is to apply large droplets. The best drill management strategy is to apply the largest droplets that 

provide sullicient coverage and control. Applying larger droplets reduces drift potential. but will not prevent drilt il applications are made improperly. 

or under unfavorable environmental conditions (See Wind. Temperature and Humidity, and Temperature tnversions). 

CONTROUING DROPLET SIZE 

Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical spray volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows produce larger droplets. 

Pressure - Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer'S recommclIded pressures. For many nozzle types lower pressure produces larger droplets. When 

higher flow rates are needed, use higher Ilow rate nozzles instead of increasing pressure. 

Number of nozzles - Use the minimum number of nonles that provide unilorm 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. 

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BOOM LENGTH 

For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less fhan 3f4 01 the wingspan or rotor length may further reduce drift without reducing 

swath width. 

APPLICATION HEIGHT 

Appficalionsshoufd nol be made al a heigh! greater than 10 feel above the lop of the larget plants unless a greater height is required lor aircraft safety. 

Making applications at the lowest heighllhal is sale reduces exposure 01 droplets \0 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 01 the field, the 

applicator should compensate for Ihis displacement by adjusting the path 01 the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance should increase, with 

increasing drilt polential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.). 

WIND 

Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds 01 2 - to mph_ However, many lactors, 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 inlluence wind patterns, Every applicator should be lamiliar with local wind patterns and how they affect spray drill. 

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 

When making applications in low relative humidity, set up equipment to produce larger droplets to compensate lor evaporation, Droplet evaporation 

is most severe when conditions are both hot and dry. 

TEMPERATURE tNVERSIONS 

Applications should not occur during a temperature inversion be<ause 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 lorm as the sun sets and often continue into the morning. Their presence can be indicated by ground 

log; however, illog is not present. inversions can also be identilied by the movement 01 snloke Irom 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. 

SENSfT1VE AREAS 

The pesticide should only be applied when the potential lor drift to adjacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential areas, bodies 01 water, known habitat lor 

threatened or endangered species, non· target crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away Irom the sensitive areas). 

tMPORTANT: Do not apply ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator through any type 01 irrigation system. 

Do not use this product lor purposes other than those listed on the label. 

00 not exceed the rateol ETHRa" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIREUIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Federal laW to use this product tn a manner mconsi'stent with its labeling . 

00 not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drilL Only protected handlers may be in the 

area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency respons'lble lor pesticide regulations. Read entire label 

belore using this product. 

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 

lor the protection 01 agricultural workers on larms, lorests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers 01 agricultural pesticides. It contains 

requirements lor training, decontamination, notilication, and emergency assistance. It also contains spedlic instructions and exceptions pertaining to 

the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE), notilication to workers, and restricted-entry intervals. The requirements in this 

box only apply to uses 01 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) 01 48 hours. The REI is 72 hours in areas where average 

rainfall is less than 25 inches per year. 

PPE required lor 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 long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical resistant glo\tes such as any waterprool gloves. 

chemical resistant lootwear plus socks, and protective eyewear. For overhead exposure, chemical-resistant headgear is also required. 

Notily workers 01 the application by warning them oraffy and by posting warning signs at entrance to treated areas. 

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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate waler, lood, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPDSAl 

Wastes resulting from the use 01 ti1isproduct may be disposed 01 on sileor al an approved waSle disposallacility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equ-ivalenl). Then oller for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose 01 in a sanitary landfill or by incineration, or if allowed 

by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, slay oul of smoke. 

ETHREl" BRAND ETHEPHON PlANT REGUlATOR 

Promotes earlier, uniform coloring of mature FLUE·CURED TOBACCO. Promotes earlier coloration and maturity of TOMATOES, GRAPES, APPLES, and 

PEPPERS. Loosens CHERRIES, WALNUTS, and APPLES lor earlier, more efficient harvesL Promotes fruil abscission (slipping) in CANTALOUPES. Increases 

dormantlruit bud hardinffi and delayed spring bloom 01 SWEET CHERRtES in the Pacilic Northwesl. Accelerates BLACKBERRY ripening and loosening. 

concentrates BLUEBERRY maturity and aids in barrenberry control. Removes dwarl mistletoe from ORNAMENTAL CONIFERS. and lealy mistletoe from 

ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS TREES. Eliminates undes'lrable fru'lt on APPLE, CRABAPPLE, CAROB, and OLIVE trees. 

GENERAllNFORMATlDN 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of Wilter per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and rainlall conditions 

consult your Extension Pomologist, Horticultural Specialist, Aventis CropSdence Representative or Farm Advisor for his experience with this product in 

your area. 

APPLICATfON VOLUMES AND SPRAY COVERAGE 

Thorough spr<ty coverage is essential to achieve maximum product effectiveness. Spray coverage is affected by choice of equipment, nozzle selection 

and spray boom setup as well as spray pressure, plant size and canopy density. For both air and ground applications, it is imporlantto choose an 

equipment setup that will a'iSure thorough coverage of plant canopy (foliage and Iruit). The actual spray volume required will vary with the size and 

density 01 the plant canopy and the equipment used. tn calilornia and Arizona use a volume 01 no less than 5 gallons per acre lor aerial applications. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

00 NOT MIX ETHREL" WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount 01 spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Ayoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product will cause modification in plant growth. Plant injury or reduced yields will resull. 00 not plant 

another crop within 30 days. alter treatment. 

00 not use ETHRtL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator with additives other than rerommended on this label. 

Avoid spills 01 concentrated product on spray equipment or airplane parts. 

tMMEDIATElY RINSE ANY SPtLLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS ETHREL ~ BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR tS CORROStVE. 

EQUIPMENT ClEANING 

Because 01 the acidiC nature 01 this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain paints, and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materiats and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour aiter exposure to spray deposits. 

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TOBACCO 

(Flue-Cured Only) 

TOBACCO (FLUE-CUREOj: A foliar spray of ETHRELs brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early. IIniform "yellowing" of mature tobacco. ETHREl'" 

reduces curing time. allolVing more efficient use 01 cu(mg barn space, and increased (Olllrol over harvest schedules. 

ETHREl~ brand Elhephon Plant Regulator increases Ihe capacity of the curing barn by shortening the curing lime and allows adjustments in harvest 

schedules. ETHREl~ can be used as a dirffted spray to the ballom or middle portion allhe lobacco planl or as an over.the-Iop spray. ETHREl II> is nol 

intended or recommended for use on immature tobacco. 

ETHREl* 

(rop Situation Pints/Acre Specific Directions 

DIREGED SPRAY 4 Use drop noules. Choose TG or DC spray tips designed to apply SO· 60 gpa at 35·40 psi and at tractor speed 

APPLICATION 012·3 mph. Use 2 nozzles per row; one on each side 01 the row dropped low enough to direct the spray to 

the leaves to be ripened and harvested. Thorough spray coverage is essential. With a directed spray, be sure 

to harvest all leaves with 20% or moreyellowing: 

OVER-THE-TOP 4 - a Treat only when leaves remaining on the stalk are mature. To ensure remaining leaves are mature. test 

APPLICATION spray several tobacco ptants as described under the section "Application Timing" . Use the lower rate in a 

normally mature crop when experience indicates that minimum ripening inducement is required. Use the 

higher rate when Ihe crop is heavy and has a tendency to be more rank or when temperatures are lower 

than normal. Always test spray to determine ilthe tobacco is mature enough to respond to treatment with 

ETHRELe

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Apply over·the·top ETHREl~ spray as a line mist using three nozzles (one nozzle tips over the center 01 the 

plant, and one on each side) to assure all leaves are covered thoroughly, similar to the application pallern 01 

systemic sucker control aRents. Use a spray pressure 0140 to 60 nsi. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Do not apply ffHREl~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to immature leaves as this can result in unsatisfadory coloring. weight loss and reduced 

leal quality. 

Do not allow the crop to over ripen in the lield after using ETHREl~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator, since this may cause some reduction in yield 

and quality. 

Do not \feat belore anticipated maior storm which could prevent harvest and reSlllt in crOp loss. 

Do not appiy ffHREloill brand Ethephon Plant Regulator il rain is expected within 6 hO\lrs. 

Do not harvest tobacco treated with ETHREl ~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days after application. 

Follow use rates listed above lor labeled uses. Do not exceed 8 pints 01 this product (21b ethephon) per acre per year. 

APPlICATfON TIMING 

Successlul results with ETHREl~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator call for treatment when leaves are mature. not overly rank green when sprayed. To 

easily determine the proper treatment timing and the number 01 leaves per stalk ready lor harvest, test spray several plants in more than one location 

in each lield and observe the response. Matur(> leaves will begin to yellow in 24 to 72 hours. Test leaves that lail to yellow in 72 hours are not mature 

and are not ready lor ETHREL" treatment. Wait a lew days to permit lurther natural maturing, then make another test spray or "maturity" check. 

Determine acres to treat by first confirming the number 01 leaves per plant that will color, then use barn capacity to calculale the number 01 acres 10 

treat. 

A test spray can be prepared by mixing 4 teaspoons 01 ETHREL" brand Ethepholl Plant Regulator in 1 quart 01 water. Apply about 1 ounce to each test 

plant coveringall leaves with a fine mist. ETHREl~ will not color immature leaves. 

To avoid quality loss and or possible leal drop. harvest any yellowed leaves prior to application. Use lower rates under most conditions. Limit use 01 

higher rates to cool (below 6S0F at the time 01 treatment) slow ri pening conditions. 

WHEN TO HARVEST 

All mature, sprayed leaves will begin to color within 24 to 72 hours after ETHREL" application. The yellowing process is weather dependent; cool 

weather will delay, while hot, sunny weather can speed up the process. Harvest treated tobacco when leaves have reached the desired color inlensily. 

Harvest can commence 48 hours after ETHREL~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator application. To determine harvest timing and avoid quality loss or leaf 

drop. closely monitor treated crop and weather conditions. 

CURING ETHREl«l BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR TREATED TOBACCO 

Curing procedures are as much an arl as a science and each cure musl be judged on lhe basis 01 tobacco condition, interval between treatment and 

harvest. weather and type 01 curing lacility belore prescription temperature and ventilation schedules can be established. To obtain maximum quality, 

care must be taken to observe and control the curing process closely, espe<ially during Ihe late "coloring" and early "drying~ stages of the leaf. 

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Ethephon treated tobacco will have started the cotoring process when harvested, redllcing the time required in the cotoring phase 01 curing, Treated 

tobacco shoutd be dried faster. tI tobacco leaves are green or contain some green whell harvested, it may be necessary to color them for a few hours. If 

the feaves are completely yetlow, temperature and ventitation must be adiusted in a manner to dry the tobacco as fast as possibte without scatding. 

Once the leaf is dried (314 dry), you should fotlow normaf procedures for curing. Since ETHREl & treated teaves cure faster, treated and untreated leaves 

should not be cured together in the same barn. 

TOMATOES 

TOMATOES (pROCESSED): A fotiar spray of ETHREl * brand Ethephon Ptant Regufator accelerates and concentrates tomato ripening increasing 

recoverable Iruit yield from a once-over harvest. Plant Regulator appfication starts the normal ripening process earlier and increases the rate 01 

ripening of mature green fruit concentrating maturity. Concentrated maturity enabtes high recoverabfe yiefds of ripe tomatoes in once-over harvest. 

Earfy concentrated maturity extends the normat harvest season and hetps growers schedule harvest and handling more ellectively. 

TOMATOES (FRESH MARKET fN CAlIFORNfA): A fofiar spray of ETHREl* brand Ethephon ptant Regulator accelerates tomato ripening increasing the 

earfy yietds of marketabte ripe Iruit. 

Crop Situation 

"HREl' 

Pints/Acre 

PROCESS TOMATOES 1114 -3 1/4 

Earlyand 

Midseason Crops or 

Warm Conditions 

Sp«ific Directions 

Appty when S% to 15% of the fruit in the 

fiefd are red and pink (incfuding breake(5) 

and there is sufficient mature green fruit 

to produce the desired tonnage. 

Remarks 

Appfy ETHREl& when desired tonnage of fruit has reached 

marketable size and maturity. Check fields cfosely for stage and 

degree of uniform maturity prior to application. Sampte several 

ptants throllghout the field to determine proper spray date. 

Under high temperatures (above 8S 

rates as low as 1 1/~ pints/acre can 

ellective. 

F), Sort, weighd.andbcatcutate the percent frui~ which is rded and 

be pink. inctu 109 reaker5. Fruit size afone IS not an a equate 

Thorough coverage is essential. For 

ground or air application choose 

equipment and spray volumes that will 

assure uniform spray coverage of foliage 

and huit. OverdOSing from overlapping 

swaths or spray nozzle palterns can cause 

severe foliage injury. II bands are sprayed 

over the row. reduce the amount of 

ETHREl'" used in proportion to the area 

actually treated. 

Observe treated fields cfosely and harvest 

fruit at proper maturity, 

indicator. Observe specific directions to determine treatment 

stage for your situation. Watk treated fietds frequentty to 

evatuate crop condition. Maintain normat culturat practice 

between treatment and harvest. Timefy harvest is essentiaf for 

maximum return of high quality fruit. Consult procCS5Qr 

representatives concerning detivery schedutes and quotas prior 

to apptication of ETHREl~. 

Consult your focat Aventis CropScience Representative, Extellsion 

Horticulturaf Speciafist or Farm Advisor for suggestiol1s on the 

proper use of E1HREl" when fields have variable plant vigor due 

to dillerences in soil conditions or cultural practices and for 

rates 01 fruit ripening as affected by temperature, within lhe rate 

and timing limitations shown on the label. 

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Crop Situation 

PROCESS TOMATOES 

Late season or 

Coastal Crops or 

Cool Conditions 

FRESH MARKET 

TOMATOES 

calilornia 

Use Limitations 

ETHREle 

Pinls/Acre 

31/4-61/2 

1 tl4 - 5 

TOMATOES 

(continued) 

Spuifie Directrons Remarks 

Apply when S% 10 30% 01 fruil in the Jield are red and pink Harv~1 al proper maturity. 

(including breakers) and there is sufficient mature green fruit 10 Temperatures above 90GF may (ause 

produce the desired tonnage. Maximum rcspon~ is achieved fruit 10 ripen sooner whereas 

when fruit 10 be trealed is 5 10 1 S% pink and red. Use the higher temperatures below 650 F retard 

rale oj ETHREl" when nighttime temperatures are cool (below natural color development and may 

65°F) or vegetative growth is dense. Thororlgh coverage is extend the lime betweell treatment and 

essential. For ground or air application choose equipment and harvest. 

spray volumes that will assure unilorm spray coverage 

Apply ETHREl" when desired tonnage 01 lwit has reached 

marketable size and maturity, generally 3 to 6 days belore desired 

harvest date. Expect only one harvest from treated areas. 

Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air application 

choose equipment and spray volumes that wiU assure uniform 

spray coverage 

Use the higher rate and longer preharvest intelVal on late season 

crops, when temperatures are cool (generally below 85G F) and 

loliage is dense. Under high temperatures, rates as low as 1 1/4 

pints per acre have been ellective while reducing fotiage dalnage 

particularly on more sensitive varieties· see above. 

Check treated lruit frequently and 

harvest at desired maturity. When 

programming harvest, spray a dillerent 

block each day and harvest blocks daily 

in the same sequence. 

Do not apply belore there is sullicient mature green fruit to produce the desired tOl\nage. ETHREL ~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will not ripen 

immature green Irui\. 

SOme yellowing and general aging 01 loliage may be observed lollowing treatment. 

Do not treat plants with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. drought, disease or insect damage. Treatment 01 

weak plants will result in rapid loss 01 foliage cover increasing sunburn and sun scald potential. especially under high temperature conditions. 

Do not treat when sustained temperatures above tOSOF are anticipated. 

Do not treat sensitive varieties during period when temperatures exceed 100°F. Foliar damage is more severe on certain varieties such as VF to, VF 

3t5, VF 145, 21·4, and 13l. During periods 01 high temperatures use the tower rates on sensitive varieties. 

Do not tank mix with sun protection products. sun protedion whiteners, spray adjuvants or other additives. 

Do not apply ETHREl- brand Ethephon Piant Regulator to more acreage than can be harvested in 2to 3 days. 

Do not apply ETHREl ~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to varieties known to soften rapidly or shaller when ripe. 

Do not harvest tomatoes treated with Ethrel" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 3 days alter last application. 

Follow use tates listed above lor labeled uses. Do not exceed 6.5 pints 01 this product (1.63 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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CHERRIES 

Except California 

CHERRIES: A foliar spray 01 ETHREl'" brand Ethephon Plan! Regulator loosens fruit and promotes early uniform ripening, and reduces the shaker lorce 

needed to mechanically harvest fruit. These eife(ts are important lor increasing ellidency, recoverable yields, maintaining Iruit quality and reducing 

tree injury. DD NOT USE ON CHERRIES IN UlUfORNIA A lall application 01 ETHREl" to sweet cherries in the Pacilic Northwest area increases dormant 

bud hardiness and delays bloom the following spring. 

(rop Situation 

ETHREL* 

Pints/Acre Specific Directions 

TART CHERRIES Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with $ullicienl waler lor thorough, 

1 u"nilorm coverage. The optimum spray volume will depend 

on tree size, planlinR density and eQuipment used. 

(onccn- Concentrate sprays, generally less than 100 gallons per acre, 

trate Spray require uniform coverage for optimum response. 

2/3 to 1 

SWEET CHERRtES Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sul!1cient waler for thorough 

(varieties such as 3 to 4 uniform coverage. Actual volume will depend on the type of 

Windsor, Napoleon- delivery, sprayer used and size of trees. Use low rates on the 

Royal Anne, light or yellow·colored varieties. 

Emperor Francis) 

Concen· Concentrate sprays, generally less than 100 gallons per acre, 

trate Spray require uniform coverage for optimum response. 

2-3 

tNCREASED 3 Treat in first two weeks 01 September. 

DORMANT FRUtT 

BUD HARDINESS 

AND DELAYED 

SPRING BLODM 

(Sweet Cherries in 

the Pacific 

Northwest) 

Use limitations 

Not for use on cherries in california 

Do not treat too early as this can cause early fruit drop with stems attached. 

Some gummosis of cherry trees is associated with treatment. 

High temperatures during and alter application may cause severe gummosis. 

Do not treat trees that had severe gummosis the previous year as tree damage will result. 

Remarks 

Expect a longer treatment to harvest 

interval with lower rates. 

A lall application 01 ETHREl- will 

increase Iruit bod hardiness by 

decreasing the chance fOr winter iniury 

and delaying bloom by 3 to S days 

which may help avoid frost iniury. 

Treatment of early flowering varieties 

may delay bloom to better coincide 

with pollination from other varieties. 

Do not apply to trees that are 01 low vigor or have e~perienced severe stress (such as winter injury. drought. or disease). since gummosis will be 

excessive, particularly when high temperatures andlor drought follow treatnlent. 

If possible, irrigate orchards to prevent drought stress resulting in gummosis. 

Do not harvest cherries treated with ETHREl" sooner than 7 days after lasl application. 

At Ihe time of application, all fruit including those inside the tree canopy, should be in stage 3 as indicated by rapid size increase and the presence 

01 ground color (change from bright green to yellow background color). Treat when air temperatures are between 60 and BsoF. 00 not treat when 

air temperatures e~ceed gsoF. Uniform coverage is im IX>rtant, concentrated sprays associated w·lth erratic application can result in gummos·1S and 

tip dieback. 

Some early leal yellowing and drop may be noted following appliGltion. 

Slight gummosis and individual fruit size reduction may result with fal! application bud hardiness treatment. 

Follow use rates listed above lor labeled uses. 00 not exceed 4.0 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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GRAPES 

(only in California and Arizona) 

GRAPES (fABLE GRAPES IN CALIFORNIA AND ARIZONA); An application of fTHRElw brand fthephon Plant Regulator promotes early uniform (Olor 

development on labl~ grape varieties such as Cardinal, Emperor, Flame seedless, Red Malaga. Queen aud Tokay allowing nlOre efficient harvests of 

quality fruit. 

GRAPES (RAISIN PRODUCTION): A [oliar spray 01 ETHREl$ brand Elhephon Plant Regulator will hasten maturity 01 Thompson seedless grapes resulting in 

reduced acids, increased sugars and increased raisin quality. 

(rop Situation 

TABlEGRAPE5 

(such as Cardinal, 

flame Seedless, Red 

Malaga. and Queen) 

TOKAY GRAPES 

RAISIN 

PRODumON 

(Thompson 

Seedless) 

. . Use Ltmttattons 

Table Grapes 

ETHREL$ 

Pints/Acre 

1/2·2 

1 -1 

1-2 

SpeciHc Directions Remarks 

Foc high temperatures conditions Harvest [ruil at desired maturity and quality as indicated by sugar 

(above 85f) use lower rates of 1/2 to 1 content, acidity and (olor. This is generally tWO weeks or more 

pint per acre. For low temperatures after treatment. Watch treated areas cfosely and harvest before 

conditions (but above 6SF) use higher berries become too dark. For more information regarding local 

rates. Apply in sulficient water to wet experiences witll this product on grapes. consult your farm 

vines and lruit clusters uniformly, Advisor or Extension Viticulturist. 

using conventional ground sprayers. 

Treat when 5 - 30% of berries show 

(olor. 

Treat Tokays when 5 - 15% of berries 

Show color. 

Apply as a foliar spray at 5% berry A loliar spray 01 ETHREl" will hasten maturity 01 Thompson 

softening. Treat when 5 - 30% of Seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, increased sugars and 

berries sho\y color. increased raisin quality. For more information regarding local 

experience with this product on grapes consult your Farm Advisor 

or Extension Viticulturist. 

Rates higher than 1 pint/A may increase the incidence 01 cracked fruit and 5hould be used only in areas or during weather conditions where grapes 

have been especially hard-to·color in past seasons. 

Some berry softening is associated with ETHREl"' brand Ethephon Plant Regulator treatment of some varieties which may limit or inlluence storage 

considerations. 

00 not store Tokays. 

00 not harvest grapes treated with ETHREl- brand Ethepfmn Plant Regulator sooner than t4 days alter last application. 

Do not exceed 2 pints 01 th·ls product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

Raisrn production (Thompson seedless) 

Do not apply to grapes under strrn from insect damage or moiSlUre stress. Observe trealed vineyards cfosely and harvest at proper maturity as 

determined by sugar acid levels. 

Do not exceed 2 pints of this product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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APPLES 

APPLES: A foliar spray of fTHREl~ brand tlhephon Plant Regulator promotes fruit maturity and loosens apples, making harvest by hand or machine 

easier and more efficient. ETHRElIllo applied in combination with FRUITONE* N to control pre-harvest drop stimulates early devciopment 01 red color 

ilnd ripening withoulloosening Inu\. Applied 10 young trees, ETHREL* will suppress vegetative growth and promote lIower bud formation. 

ETHREL* 

Crop Situation Pints/Acre specific Directions Remarks 

FRUIT LOOSENING Apply a loliar spray to apple trees 7 10 14 da~'S ETHREl'" provides several beneficial responses 00 

prior to normal anticipated harvest. apples. Depending on rate and lime of application 

1. EARLY AND Use sufficient water lor thorough uniform fTHREl" will: promote fruit loosening, promote 

MloSEA50N 21/2 spray coverage. The type of sprayer used and unilorm ripening and coloring without loosening, 

MATURtNG sile of trees will ellect volume required. promote thinning and return bloom, and increase 

VARtETIES 

Observe lruit daily as the picking flower bud development in young trees. For desired 

proper response, lollowspecific directions. (varieties maturing period is shorter with ETHREL~ treated Iruit 

with Mctntosh or than untreated lruit. Treat when air temperatures are between 60~ F and 90" 

earlier) f. However, application may be made at SO" F under 

rising temperature conditions. II daytime temperatures 

are warm. color response from ETHREL" treatment will 

be reduced, but ripening and loosening effects will be 

accelerated. (001 weather may extend the interval 

between treatment and harvest. 

2. LATE MATURtNG S Do not allow fruit to become overripe on trees. Fruit 

VARtETIES IN THE intended for fresh market must be checked lor quality 

EASTERN UNITED and maturity. (olor alone is not an adequate guide lor 

STATES Iruit maturity. Use a pressure gauge or other suitable 

(varieties maturing methods for determining internal maturity. Fruit over· 

later than Mcintosh) matured when harveSled and stored may sclten sooner 

than untreated lruit. 

PROMoTtON OF Apply loliar spray 01 ETHREL" and a preharvest 00 not apply ETHREL~ to more acreage than can be 

UNtFORM RIPENtNG drop control chemical registered lor use on harvested in 1 to 2 days. 

AND COLORtNG OF RED apples such as the product FRUtTONE~ N. Use Treated fruit can be satisfactorily held in cold air storage VARtETIES WITHOUT the preharvest drop control product according provided Iruit is in good condition. LOOSENtNG to label directions. Begin spraying 2 to 3 

weeks belore normal harvest period and about Since recommendations roc chemical control or 

1 to 2 weeks belore desired harvest date. preharvest drop vary according to location and variety, 

1. EARLY DR lollow directions on lh' FRUtTONE"' N label. 10 

MtDSEA50N addition, V'" m<ty consult your local extension 

MATURtNG 1-4 Appty as a normal dilute spray using sullicient Pomologist or Horticulturist for his recommendations. 

VARtETIES water for thorough uniform coverage. Actual 

(varieties maturing volume will depend on the type 01 delivery 01 

with Mctntosh or sprayer used and sile 01 trees. 

earlier) 

Use the lower rate lor apples intended roc 

storage. 

2. LATE MATURtNG H 

VARtETIES 

(varieties maturing 

later than Mcintosh) 

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Crop Situation Pints/Acre 

THINNING AND 

RETURN BLOOM 

1. Most Varieties 1.5 - 4 

2. Difficult to Thin 3·6 

varieties Such as 

Golden Delidous 

tNCREASED FLOWER 

BUD DEVELOPMENT 

1. NON·BEARING 

TREES 2-8 

2. BEARING TREES 

1/2-3 

Use Lim/tal/ons 

APPLES 

(continued) 

Specific Directions 

Treall0 10 20 daysal1erlull bloom. 

For greater thinning, this product (an be 

mixed with AMID·THIN~ W, SEVIN'" brand 

4F Carbaryl Insecticide, SEVIN~ brand aD 

WSP Carbaryl Insedicide, SEVIN" brand aD 

S Carbaryllnseclicide or SEVIN" brand XLR 

Plus Carbaryl Insecticide lor use on apples 

in accordance with the most restridive of 

Ihe AMID·THIN~ W, SEVIN- and ETHREL ~ 

label limitalions and precautions. No 

label dosage rates should be exceeded. 

ETHREL" cannot be mixed with any 

product containing a label prohibition 

against such mixing. Consult local 

extension rerommendations. 

Addition 01 a non-ionic surfaclant can 

enhance treatment effectiveness. 

Buffering spray solution to a pH 013 to 5 

can improve performance where water is 

alkaline. 

Use a spray volume sullicienl 10 cover 

trees thoroughly and uniformly. 

Spray trees thoroughly and unilormly to 

I he point of runoff. Use Ihe higher rale 

on more vigorous trees. 

Treat2104 weeks alter full bloom. 

To help minimize fruit Ihinning, delay 

application untif 6 weeks aiter full bloom 

and after June drop. 

Remarks 

Regu1aling cropping from one season to another is a 

problem. Whenever a high percent 01 the spurs and 

lateral buds bloom in a single season severe alternate 

bearing can develop the following year. 

To overcome this problem use ETHREL"' or a combination 

01 ETHREl· pluSAMID-THIN"W or ETHREL~ plus one 01 the 

SEVIN· products listed. under Specific Directions applied 7 

to 21 days aiter full bloom. The program 10 use will 

depend on the amount of Ihinning reQuired and the 

biennial bearing history of your orchard. 

Expect Red Delicious 10 show a reduct'lon of "type' and 

fruit size particularly on trees under streSS. 

Use of higher label rates may reduce fruit size. 

To increase lIower bud development on non·bearing Irees 

apply a foliar spray of ETHREL" 2 to 4 weeks alter bloom. 

Treatment can result in excessive fruit thinning and 

reduced fruit size and yield reduction the year of usage. 

ETHREL" should reduce vegetative growth and increase 

lIowering the following spring. Trees should be large 

enough to support a crop of apples before treatment 10 

initiate flower buds. 

The use 01 ETHREL" brand Elhephon Plant Regulator GIn resul t in over Ihinning and reduced Iruit size. 

Avoid double coverage and use on low vigor trees. 

Environmental factors can allect thinning and return bloom, it is advisable to obtain experience under your conditions by initially testing only a 

small percent 01 your trees each year wilh anyone program. 

User must consider risk of excessive fruit thinning and fruit size reduction when using ETHREL" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator on young trees jusl 

starting to bear, 

Treat only vigorous Irees since excessive growlh reduction will result on weak trees. 

For best results a thorough uniform spray is needed. A wetting agent may improve spray coverage. 

Do not graze or feed cover crops grown in treated apple orchards, 

Do not harvesl apples treated with ETHREL'" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 7 days alter last application. 

Fruit size reduclion may occur when used to obtain early maturity, especially Hfmit is small at time of treatment. 

ETHREL" brand Elhephon Plant Regulator applied earlier Ihan 3 weeks belore normal anticipated harvest may result in reduced fruit Qualily and 

size. 

Follow use rates listed above lor labeled uses. Do not exceed B,O pintsol this producl (2.0 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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WALNUTS 

WALNUTS IN CALIFORNIA: A foliar spray of ETHR£L ~ brand Elhephon Plant Regulator will loosen walnuts for increased eliiciency 01 mechanical harvest, 

promote earlier harvest, improve hull removal, and increase recoverable yields from a once-over harvest. 

Crop ETHREl~ specifk Directions Situation Pints/Acre 

Expect best r~ulls with spray concentrations 01 300 

California 3,5 to 900 ppm. Reier to spray ETHRfl- preparation 

chart below. Under low temperatures and/or low 

humldit'!' conditions use the higher label rales. 

bpecl less lime between application and hafV~t 

with higher label rates. 

For b~t results treat when air temperatures are 

between WOF eod 9SoF. Expect reduced 

eflectiveness if above 900F with low humidity due to 

spray evaporation. 

Thorough uniform coverage of walnut hulls ;, 

essential for maximum hull split and nut loosening 

response. Choose equipment that provides 

maximum spray penetration 01 the entire tree 

canopy_ Use large air carrier sprayers where tree size 

jeopardizes coverage. Or volute sprayer allachments 

may help. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Treatment prior to packing tissue brown (mature) stage may reduce nut quality. 

Some leal drop is associated with treatment. 

00 not treat diseased, low vigor or moisture str~sed trees as exce';sive leaf drop may occur. 

Remarks 

Walnuts are mature when the packing tissue between 

kernel halves completes browning. Coliect nut samples 

from throughout the tree canopy when determining 

percent nut maturity. 

Advancing Harvest - Apply when 95·100% of the nuts 

have reached maturity. tnspectlrequenlly and harvest 

as soon as adequate hullability occurs generally 10-16 

days after treatment depending on variety and weather 

conditions. Plan second shake 10-12 days after first 

shake. 

Once Over Harvest - Variety. growing conditions and 

weather affect maturity and the opportunity for once 

over harvest. Contact a local field man or Farm Advisor 

to determine it once over harvest can be expected in 

your situation. Apply to mature walnuts 10 days prior 

to expected harvest date. Expect actual harvest to 

range from 7-12 days alter treatment. 

Assure that dosage rates are measured accurately since rates higher than recommended may result in tree injury (such as exc~ive defoliation. 

reduced catkin formation and twig dieback). 

00 not harvest walnuts treated with ETHREl" sooner than 5 days alter last application. 

00 not exceed 5 pints of this product (1.25 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

ETHREL~ SPRAY PREPA.RATION (HART 

£!!ray Volume (gallons/acre) 

ETHRH" Rate 100 200 300 400 

Pints/A Lbs{A Concentration (ppm) 

3 0.75 900 450 300 ", 

4 1.00 .. , 600 400 300 

5 1.25 .. , 7SO SOD 375 

500 

.. , 

.. , 

300 

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PEPPERS 

PEPPERS: A foliar spray 01 ETHRElOi> brand Ethepllon plant Regulator promotes cilrly, uniform ripening and coloring lor more efficient packing and 

handlingol fruit. 

ETHREL* 

Crop Situation Pinu/Acre Specific Directions RemarKS 

PEPPERS 11/4-4 Thorough coverage is essential. fm ground or air Check several field locations \0 determine HOp 

application choose equipment and spray ~'Olumes that will stage .od degree 01 maturity, ETHREtC 

insure uniform coverage of foliage and lruit. Use the treatments may reduce total yiefds if applied too 

higher fate when cool temperalures are anticipated (less early or there is a lack 01 uniform, mature, green 

than 65°f), when plants are growing vigorously or when lruit resulting from split fruit set or variable soil 

foliage is dense to assure thorough welting 01 all leaves cultural practice!>, Harvest fruit alter desired 

and fruit. color and maturity, generalfy 14 or more days 

Use the lower rates with lower spray volumes (11/4 to 2 after treatment. 

pint rate in 20 gallA) and higher rates with higher volumes 

(3·4 pints/40 gallA). The 3·4 pint rate in less than 40 gpa 

may cause foliage burn under hot dry conditions. 

Apply ETHREl~ to bell peppers when 10% 01 Iruit are red 

and chocolate and to chili and pimento pepper varieties 

when to to 30% oflruit are red and chocolate and there is 

sullicient mature green fruit to produce desired tonnage. 

ETltREt" will not ripen inlmature, green fruit. 

Use: limitations 

Do not apply when prolonged average high temperatures of9sof alter treatment are e~pected. 

Do not treat when temperatures exceed 100"F. Applications made under high temperatures will accentuate Iruit ripening, yellowing of foliage, 

defoliation and immature fruit abscission. 

Do not treat when average temperatures are below 60°F. low temperatures aller treatment may reduce or negate the effects of ETHREt~ brand 

Ethephon Plant Regutator. 

Some yellowing and general aging of leaves will be noted alter treatment. 

Do not harvest peppers treated with ETHREt ~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator woner than S days alter last application. 

Do not exceed 4 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

NOTE: Under certain conditions tank mixtures of ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator with desiccants containing sodium chlorate could result 

in the lormation 01 hypochlorous acids which on heating will emit toxic chloride fumes. 

BLACKBERRIES 

BLACKBERRtES IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON: A loliar spray 01 ETHREt~ brand Elhephon Planl Regulalor will concentrate maturity and loosen Iruit, 

improving harvesling efliciency while reducing cane iniury from mechanical harvest 

ETHREL~ Crop Situation Pinn/Acre Specifi"c Directions Remarks 

tN OREGON AND 5-8 To loosen fruit and concentrate malurity, apply Use ETHREl" : 1) early in the harvest season to reduce 

WASHtNGTON a foliar spray 01 ETi1REt" al least 3 days prior to the number 01 pickings or 2) treat later in the harvest 

(Cuitivars Chehalem expected harvest when air temperatures are season for a once·over final picking. 

Thomlessand between 6O~F and 90~f and rain is nOI predicted 

Evergreen) within 24 hours. 

Use sufficient volume to insure Ihorough oed 

uniform weltinSl, of folial!.e and fruit. 

Use limitations 

Do not spray more than can be harvested on the Ihird day following Irealmenl as considerable fnlil nlay drop. 

Use only al recommended times and rales on healthy, vigorous planls, as a reduction in berry size may occur. Do not use on damaged or diseased 

plants. 

Do nOI harvest blackberries Irealed wilh ETHREl ~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 3 days alter last application. 

Do nol exceed 8 pintsol this product (2 Ib ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

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BLUEBERRIES 

BLUEBERRIES: A foliar spray 01 ETHRfl' brand Ethephon Plant Regulator concentrates maturity of blueberries lor easier and more efficient harvest. A 

foliar spray 01 ETBRfl- brand EtheJ)'lon Plant Regulator will abort black barrenberry (AmniD me/o{1ocorpa) flowers and/or fruit growing in Maine 

lowhush blueberry fields reducing the number 01 undesirable barrenberry fruit harvested with blueberries. 

ETHREl'" 

Crop Situation Pints/Acre Specifk Directions Remarks 

CONCENTAATION OF 4 - B Apply a foliar spray of ETHREl· brand Ethephon To concentrate first harvest, apply ETHREL' brand 

MATURITY AND Plant Regulator at a rate 01 4 to B pints in 150 Ethephon Plant Regulator when 15 to 20% 01 the 

EARLIER FRUIT to 200 gallons per acre. Use the higher spray berries are blue. To concentrate linal harvest, treat 

COLORING volume and rate on large dense foliage bushes alter the lirst or second picking. H;l!veSI blueberries at 

{Cultivars Bluecrop, or when temperatures are (001. Treal when air proper maturily when colored, generally one to two 

Weymouth, Jersey, temperatures are 60" 10 90c F. weeks after treatment. Observe lruit daily as the 

Rancocas, Rubel, Thorough uniform spray coverage 01 loliage proper picking period for oplimum internal and 

Bluetta. Erliblue, and Iruit " 

essential ,,, maximum lruit exlernal quality 

" 

shorter with ETHREL' brand 

Wolcott, Croatan, maturation and coloration. To aid unilorm Ethephon Plant Regulator treated lruit than with 

Murphy, Angola, wetting of plan Is, use a wetting agent such as untrealed fruit. High temperatures {90C F) accelerate 

Morrow, Garden Blue, Triton B·1956 at 05 pint per 100 gallons or X· fruit ripening. 

Trifblue and N(901) 77 at 2.0 pinls per 100 gallons. ETHREL' Ireatments may increase fruit with stems, 

slightly decrease fruit size, soluble solids and acidity. 

ETHREL' may nol induce internal ripening as rapidly as 

fruit color. 

BLACK 8ARRENBERRY 4 - B Apply 4 10 B pints per acre of ETHREL~ brand Use the lower rates 01 ETHREL' brand Ethephon Plant 

CONTROL IN LOW Ethephon plant Regulator in approximately 100 Regulator when black barrenberries are between 90 to 

BUSH BLUEBERRIES IN to 200 gallons per acre forground sprayers and 100% petal fall and use the higher rates of ETHREL' 

MAtNE approximately 10 gallons per acre for aerial when black barrenberry fruit is l/B to 3/16 'lnch 'In 

application. diameter. This is generally 7 to 10 days alter 

Thorough uniform spray coverage is essential. blueberries are in the same stages of development. 

To aid in uniform welling pf plants, use a Harvest blueberry fruit when ripe, generally 6 to B 

wetting agent such as X·77 at 0.1% of the spray weeks alter application. 

volume, 

Use Limitations 

Applications to cultivars other than those listed above may cause excessive steminess and/or premature crops. 

Make no more than one application per season. 

II used for barrenberry control in Maine, do not make a second application for blueberry concentration of maturity or coloring. 

Do not treat blueberry plants under droughl stress or excessively high temperatures as defoliation and reduced yield may result. 

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CANTALOUPES 

CANTALOUPES IN CALIFORNIA, ARIZONA, AND TEXAS: A loliar spray 01 ETHREL«' brand Elhephon Plant Regulator promotes abscission (slipping) ollrlli\ 

allow'log more effldenl and economical harvesting. 

fTHREL* 

Crop Situation Piots/Acre Specific Directions Remarks 

CALIFORNIA, 3 Good spray coverage ;, The effect will be laster at higher temperatures. Proper timing 01 ETHREl~ 

ARIZONA, TEXAS important loe producing treatment is crilical, but may vary from season \0 season. Fruit quality. in 

uniform abscission. Use 40 or terms 01 soluble solids and lIesh color, does nol improve following 

mort galionsiacre lor ground treatment. Therefore, ETHREL~ should not be used until after lruil has 

and 10 or mort gallons/acre lor developed marketable levels 01 soluble solids and lIesh color. ETHRELc 

aerial application. (Aerial promotes abscission 01 immature Iruit as well as marketable lruit. Thus, applications are only permiUed using ETHREL"too soon will result in poorly colored Iruit with substandard in Texa~.) soluble solids. 

Be prepared to harvest abscised Observe treated lields Irequently and pick Iruit when market quality is Iruit 2 10 S d,,, alter reached. Fruit allowed to remain in the lield too long will lose quality. treatment. Th, exact pre- Some yellowing or rapid aging 01 vines will be seen lollowing treatment. harvest interval will vary with Plants with low vigor will not respond properly. 00 not plant another temperature. B, sure 10 crop within 30 days alter treatment. coordinate your harvesting 

schedule with your 

packer/~hipper. 

Use Limitations 

ETHREL" brand Ethephon ptant Regulator should no1 be applied whell night temperatures are below 6O~F. 

Treat only those Iruitthat have a lairly uniform Iruil set, have vines in good condition. and have Iruit with marketable soluble solids and internal 

lIesh color. Do nottreatlield~ where soluble solids are running less than to%. 

Do not harvest cantaloupes Heated with ETHREL C brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days alter last application. 

00 not exceed 3 pintsolthis product (0.7S Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

MISTlETOE REMOVAL 

OWARF ANO LEAFY MtSTLETOE REMOVAL: A loliar spray 01 ETHREL $0 brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will remove dwarf mistletoe shoots in ornamental 

conilers and lealy miStletoe from ornamental deciduous trees. 

ETHRELO 

Crop Situalion Amount Specific Directions Remarks 

OWARF MISTLETOE ON 2 pints Apply as a foliar spray to dwarl mistletoe Applications made in conjunction with sylvicultural 

ORNAMENTAL P" shoots before mistletoe seed dispersal. mistletoe management will prevent spread 01 'h' CONtFERS 20 gallons foe eflective re[lIoval, ,rr mistletoe mi~tletoe parasite to other parts 01 the tree and other 

shoots must trees. 

DOUGLAS FtR 1 pint be sprayed to weI. Use 01 a non·ionic Mature needle drop, that normally occurs in the fall, 

ORNAMENTALS P" surlactant at recommended rates may may be hastened by the use of ETHREL". 

20 gallons increase ellectiveness. Treat .oy 

mistletoe regrowth belore seed Applications 01 higher rates on Dougla~ lir may result in 

dispersal. excessive needle drop. 

LEAFY MISTLETOE 2 quarts Make applications alter fall leal drop Large mistletoe infections and mistletoe lound ;, 

ON P" through mid-winter. fO, elledive mesquite may be dilficult to control with a single 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallons removal, all mistletoe shoots must be application and retreatment may be necessary. 

OECIDUOUS TREES sprayed to wet. Use 01 a non·ionic 

surlactant at recommended rate~ may 

increase ellectiveness. My mistletoe 

regrowth should be treated during the 

labeled aDDlication window. 

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FRUIT ELIMINATION 

(Ornamental Use Only) 

UNDESiRABLE fRUIT ELIMINATION: A foliar spray 01 ETHRELf\' brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will reduce or eliminate undesirable fruit development 

on apple. crabapple. carob and olive trees. 

fTHREl-

(tOP Situation Amounl Specific DirectiofU Remarks 

APPLES a to 12 ounces Apply as a lollar spray al the flower bud Application must be made before fruil set for best 

CRABAPPLES pee to full bloom stage, prior \0 fruil set. results. 

Wet foliage thoroughly. <NO' Do nol treat weak trees or trees under stress (drought. 20 gallons application of ETHREL~ Plant Regulator 

can result in excessive leaf drop and/or 

insect or disease damaged trees) as excessive leaf drop 

or twig drop GIn result 

tree delol"ialion. Use higher rales when Some leal drop or temporary leaf yellowing may occur temperatures are cool. alter treatment. 

CAROB 6 ounces Apply as a loliar spray. Wet all loliage Do not use on small red Irulted varieties 01 crabapple as 

(Ceratonio siliqJro) pee thoroughly. Amount " spray will Iruit elimination will not be satisfaclory, 

20 gallons depend on tree size. 

OLIVE" 12 ounces 

(O/ea europaco) pee 

20 gallons .. "lnls recommendatIOn IS nOJ mtended to be used on commerCIal fruIt productIOn as a thmnlng agent. 

TURF 

An application of fthrelslowsthe growth 01 lurlgrassestlws reducing the required Irequency 01 mowing and the volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways. Roughs & Commercial 6 II, oz.l1000 ft.2 Apply to actively growing turl. II will 0.5-4.0 gal!Jl000 It2 

Turfgrasses, including Bentgrass require 7-10 days for ETHRELo to ac\. 

(Fairway cut). Kentucky Bluegrass, Reapplication intervals: 

Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine fescue Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

Perenn'lal Ryegrass-7 wks. 

Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations! 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results. apply with sprayer in sullicient volume 01 water to provide unilorm coverage. ETHREL* is loliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing Iurl, under lavorable growing condilions, that is not going into a dormancy period. 00 nottreatturfgrass with poor 

root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. drought, disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders)stickers wilh ETHREl'D is not necessary, 

ETHRfL <D is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. Rinse thoroughly all 

exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

res! tankmixes with oJher products on a small aua belore using widely. 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

Read the enlire Directions lor Usc, Conditions, Disclaimer 01 Warranties and Limitations 01 liability before using this product If terms are nol 

acceptable, return the unopened product container at once. 

By using this product. user or buyer accepts the following Conditions, Disclaimer 01 WarrantieS and limitations 01 liability. 

CONDITIONS: The directions lor use 01 this product are believed \0 be adequate and should be followed carefully. However, it is impossible 10 eliminate 

all risks associated with the use 01 this produc\. Crop injury, inellec\iveness or other unintended consequences may result because 01 such faclors as 

weather conditions, presence 01 other materials, or the manner 01 use or application. all of which are beyond the control of Aventis CropScience. All 

such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer. 

DISClAIMER Of WARRANTIES: AVENTIS CROPSCIENCE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, Of MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICUlAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THtS LABEL No agent of Aventis cropS<ience is authorized to 

make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. AVENTIS CROPSCIENCE DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY 

WHATSOEVER FOR SPECIAL, INCtOENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCL 

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Of THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURtES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE 

OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER IN CONfRNJ, WARAANTY, TORT, NEGlIGENCESTRICTUABlUlYOROTIIDM1SE, 9-W1NOT EXCEEDTHE ru~PRlCEPNO, OR 

AT AVENTlSCROPSOE.N(fS !lE01ON, THE Rm.AcrMENT OF PROJUCT. 

Aventis CropStience USA LP 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North carolina 27709 

AMID-THIN" Wand FRUtTDNE- N are registered trademarks 01 the Aventis Group licensed by AMVAC. 

ETHREl is a registered trademark 01 the Aventis Group. 

ETHREL~ brand Ethephon Plant Regulator (pENDtNG) Submilled 9f21/01. 

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PM: 22 REVIEWER; Bea Z,!A.. \ V\ 

DATE ON APPLICATION, '1 / 1-.lj / 0 I 

EPA RECEIVED DATE, '1 / 2.7 / 0 I 

PM RECEIVED DATE, 10 / IS / 0 I 

ACTION CODE, "3 OS 

DUE DATE, .:3 / ? 6 / 02. 

APPLICANT'fWevct;-IS CNfSc,:eMCe..; f'y-g,.s.-..d JV>.o 

CHEM CODE (1), 0'}'120 I CHEM ,----"E:~i:.w::h'_'e.""_l'f'>.Jh=0'-""'~-------

CHEM CODE (2), CHEM, _______________ _ 

DESCRIPTOR: B~\/e... ,fj U--e...e..y h..oC.AS g, k \tV) gh l,AS '?.. 

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PM Team: Carl __ _ 

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CRP, YES 

RESTRICTED USE, YES 

EXCLUSIVE USE, YES 

MANUFACTURING USE, YES 

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Vern __ _ Bill -- RESPONSE DATE' __ / __ / __ 

MOS, (1) CITE ALL 

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CONDITIONAL REGISTRATION/UNCONDITIONAL REGISTRATION 

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Informl tic!! RE'soHl:ces nnd Ser:vice~ Divisi'JIl 

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The 6(a)(2) Tealll lias (al{cil steps to get this screcned by lhe aplll'upriate 

sl'icm:c sbllT. 

Screening dctcrlllil'cs the priority and tilllclhllllC for rcvh~w. 

As SOOIl as Sf.:rccil !'csulls ;Irc rc(civcd hy ISH, ),011 will l)l' ilirUrtllCd hy)'wlt' 

division 6(a)(2) TC:1l11 rcprcselll:llivC. This illl'Ol'lIwtioll will dclcrmillc 

instructions for I'P\ ie\\" 

Please do lIot put lilis study 01' Idter illto n~\'it,\\, IIlIlil )'1111 rccl'jvc screen 

results awl review instructiolls fnull your division 6(a)(2) Team 

n: 1)I'CSl'J I ta t i "c. 

II' you have all)' queslions, please conlae[ Kalhle"11 O'Malle)'. She is 10eale<1 

in Hoolll 216 CMZ :Iud call hc reached 011 305·.5<111. 

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RHONE.POULENC AG COMPANY 

GSP/eth/058 

January 31,1998 

Document Processing Desk .. 6(a)(2) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202 

c;erti£ied No. 

RE: Ethephon, 6(a)(2) Submission of eye irriJUlion dala 

Z425 161 878 

The following infonnalion is being submitted to EPA pur:mant to the Agency's interpretalion 

imposed on registrants: by Section 6 (a)(2) of FlFRA. The infonnation in lhis report may not 

constitute additional factual information regarding unreasonable adverse effects withinlhe 

meaning of 6(a)(2), It is being submitted 10 enable lhe Agellcy lO make its own assessmenJ of the 

information. 

Ethephon ·(EPA Reg No, 264·267, 264·292,264·376) 

Incident Location: Rhone Poulenc Study 

In response to·the Ethephon April 28, 1995 Data Call-In, eye irritation data were required to 

support reregistraJion of all 2 Ib per gallon products. Rhone Poulenc responded by citing an eye 

irritation study which had been conducled on monkeys and had been accepted earlier by EPA 10 

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support this data requirement for 21b per gallon elhephon products. In March, 1997, EPA 

rejected this study. At Ihis lime Rhone POlllenc agreed 10 conducl a new eye irritation sllldy 

committing to complete the study by January, 1998. In lhis study, severe eye irritation occurred 

and persisted for 21 days. Only one rabbit was ueated. I have attached a copy of the data and a 

snmmary from this study. The complete study is being submitted to Wanda Daughtry under 

~separate cover letter. Rhone POlllenc is working wilh the Reregistration Division to address 

u Lf 7(,c/..,> I labeling changes thaI are required as a resuh of this study. 

Please contaCl me al: phone: 919-549-2687 or fax: 919·549-3900 if you need further 

information. 

Sincerely, 

- :}::://?~// Gail Powell 

Senior Registration Manager 

PO BOX 12014.2 TW ALEXANDER GRlVE 

RESEftRCH TRIANGLE PARK N C 217!Xl·2014 

(919)549-2000 

IfiTERNATIONAL TELEX NUM8ER 4999318·ANSWERBACK APC AiP 

INTERNATIOW,l DISTRIBUTION SERVICES TELEX NU,"-IBER ~ifJ9377.ANswEReACK APC IDS 

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Sli STUDY NO, 31"7244 

ClIENT- RI1ONE·PQUlENC 

TABlE I 

A PRIMARY EYE IftR1TATlON STUQv IN RABBITS 

fNDMOUAl 0CUt.AR JRRrT ATION SCORES 

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Animal No!Sex Sct)(n'l9 Cornea -'.!iL CO!'!jundivae FIuo«!:u:eIn Secondary FIVOf'~ Secondary 

Body~ (kg) Interval 0 A ~ r b:5 R S 0 (R+S+O)2 T()(ar Ekam 0a.Car F"1!!!.i!ys Enm OtuIarr~ 

56346IM 1 HOUf 3 "60 f 5 2 2 1 10 15 SNM.Bt!l..Bll.. 

2.126 24 Hout$ 3 C 60 5 3 2 -2 14 79 FMJ BNM.BUl.BlL (-J 

"SHouN. " 4 SO 1 5 32 3 16 ,., FAD BNM,BUL,Bll 

12~ ". 4 eo 1 5 3 2 2 14 99 FAD 8NM.BUl..Bll 

7 Days 3 4 60 1 S 3 2 f 12 17 FAO BNM.BUl.BU.. VAS·2 

1(1Oays " 3 60 1 5 3 2 2 14 .,. FAD 8Ul,8U.VAS--2,N\'NM 

14Days 4 3 60 1 5 2 2 2 1Z 17 FAO BUl.Bll,VAS·2.tMIJM 

21 ~__ _~~ ___ ~ __ ~_ ~L_ 0 2 2 2 11 52 FAO BNM.eu..VA$-1,ASTtJll 

'See PlotOCOl Appen<.1ix a $0( defritrm 01 cedes: 8NM II: stanct.ing nldating fTIitIt'!tlqne; au. "" ~ kMef id; BUl =- B"nch~ Upper lid; NVNM = No '4'i$tie- nidating 

membrane; AST.lJll =- Apparm! ~ li$sue In c;ome, of. pro«imatlonoM.attacNrIg upper atld ~ iM togeItI«. 

"()pac:itygqde4was a pmpoir4 anta. 'eI,l8I. of ...... gfade3, 

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SUMMARY 

The potential irritant andlor corrosive effects of Ethrel® brand Plant Growth Regulator 

(Ethrel·2 Ib) were evaluated on the eye of a New Zealand White rabb~. One rabbit received 

a 0.1 mL dose of the test article in the conjunctival sac of the right eye. The contralateral 

eye remained untreated and served as a control. Test and control eyes were examined for 

signs of irritation for up to 21 days following dosing. Initially, nine rabbits (6 no rinse and 

3 rinse) were scheduled to be dosed; however, due to the severity of the ocular response 

in the first animal, no additional animals were dosed. 

Exposure to the test article produced comeal opacity in the test eye at the 1 hour scoring 

interval. The comeal injury was confirmed by positive fluorescein dye retention at the 24 

hour scoring intervai. The comeal opacity persisted in the test eye to study termination 

(grade 4 opacity/grade 2 area). Iritis was observed in the test eye at the 1 hour scoring 

interval and resolved completely in the test eye by study day 14. Conjunctivitis (redness, 

swelling and discharge) was noted In the test eye at the 1 hour scoring intervai. The 

conjunctival irritation persisted in the test eye to study termination (grade 2 redness, 

swelling and discharge). Add~ional ocular findings included blanching of the nictating 

membrane, blanching of the upper and lower lids, no visible nictating membrane, corneal 

neovascularization and apparent scar tissue in the comer of the eye proximal to the nose 

attaching the upper and lower lids together. 

Based on this data, Ethrel® brand Plant Growth Regulator (Ethrel.2 Ib) is considered to be 

a very severe irr~ant to tha ocular tissue of the rabbit. 

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SEPAUnlled Slale" 

Environmental Protection Agency 

OfliCQ of Pelllicide Progmms 17505CI 

Washmglon, DC 20460 

Notice of Supplemental Distribution of a 

Instructions 

No. 

d-4\?~ I '? {i 

Pesticide Product 

a registrant has obtained final registration for the basic product. the registrant may then supplementally 

I~::::::[~:~:~:/his/her product, One form must be submitted for each distributor product and must be signed by the Ij involved. The basic registration number and the distributor company number must be shown. 

I ~;:t,,;~~;;;~~;aan~ has a potential distributor who does ndt have a company number assigned, she/he should have the II apply, on letterhead stationery, to the Registration Division to have a number assigned prior to submitting 

form to the agency. ' 

This Notice of Supplemental Distribution must be submitted by the basic registrant. The completed form must have 

the concurrence and signature of both the registrant and the distributor. 

Number Compiiny Number 

Note: Do not submit distributor product labels 

of Regis!ered P,oduc! (basic product nome iJcclJpted by EPA} i Disu;bulol P/Oducl Name , 

(Typu: includu zrp codul 

!iv.enf/S e"I.1,·('O,..,.....,.-4!F)..f-~J 5?c,'e,,-,ce 

'1 S C h e.s 1-" ,-,-I- l< t ely e !2. t:> cuI 

(() O;).fVo./e) Alf 07 b <ISRead All Conditions Before SignIng 

1. The distributor product must have the same composition as the basic product. 

The distributor product must be manufactured and packaged by the same person who manufactures and packages 

the registered basic product. 

The labeling for the distributor product must bear the same claims as the basic product, provided, however, that 

oec;;f;ic claims may be deleted if by doing so, no other changes to the label are necessary. 

product must remain in the manufacturer's unbroken container. 

The label must bear the EPA registration number of the basic product, followed by a hyphen and the distributor's 

company number. 

6. Distributor product labels must bear the name and address of the distributor Qualified by such terms as ~packed 

for ... H/distributed by ... H; or Hsold by ... N to show that the name is not that of the manufacturer. 

7. All conditions of the basic registration apply equally to distributor products. It is the responsibility of the basic 

registrant to see that all distributor labeling is kept ill compliance with requirements placed on the basic product. 

Distributor 

Wo in lend ro market our producr und>}r rhe DI:~f(ibuf(Jr Product Nill1l!f spedfied aboViI, subjecr 10 lile cond,tions speCified on r~! ~""¢{!' 

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February 2, 200 I 

Mr. Daniel C. Kenny 

Acting Product Manager (22) 

Registration Division (7505(') 

Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 266A. Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jelrcrson Davisl-Iighv...'ay 

Arlington. Virginia 22202 

Suh: Responsc to Ethcphon RED (EPA Reg. No. 264-267) 

ETI IREI. brand Ethephon Plant Regulator <llId PROXY 

Your leiter Jated Novelllber 3D. 2000 

Dear Mr. KCllny: 

In compliance with the Ethepholl Registration Eligihility Document (RED). attached 

please lind 5 copies ol'the revised lahcll()r ETIIREL brand Ethepholl Plant Regulator: 

All the changes arc highlighted in yellow on the first copy of the label to f:lcilitatc quick 

review. 

The 101l\)wing three items nl!ed some explanatioll f(H clarity: 

I. A statement or content/Net Weight is shown on the last page or the attached label. 

On the printed labd however. th is statement will appear on the first page. 

2. Rot<lt'I(lllul crop restriction 'Do not plant another crop within 30 days alter trentmcnt' 

is inchHleJ under GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS section on 

page 3. This rotational crop restril:tioll is not repeated under tomatoes. Trust this will 

be acceptablc to YOII. 

3. In compliance with the RED. the m,lximum seasonal usc wte or 1.25 Ills <Ii/A t(Jr 

apples h<ls been inclllJelI ror fruit loosening and coloration section. This maximum 

rate docs not apply to apple thillllillg and increased flower bud dcYclo]lIl1(,lItus('s. 

If you should have questions or need further information. please contact me at (919) 549-

2302, 

Sincerely yours, 

QT'~o"'.'ct K RoC 

Prasad Ran. Ph. D. 

Rcgistration Mnnagcr 

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NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: 

Registration 

~ Reregistration 

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264,267 

Unconditional 

brand ETHEPHON 

'ETHREL 

Plant 

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Prasad Rao, Ph.D. 

Aventis Crop Science 

2 TW Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

,:Mot.' Chi,lnge:: l!l lab"l;.r,'1 dHf",dn<; ill subn,'lr.ce (:-em, ch,'l~ .,ccep "ej in connectiOIl vith UllS rC'fisUiltioll l1'LllS't 

be sllbmiued to ~Ild ;,c..;e,,~w~ l'y ~h" Rl!\Iintatioll lJiltl!!ion pdcr 0 US" Or the lIIb(!:) in ccrr.r;&rce. In any 

co,;('(!,pondel\c<l ~n Hils pn;cu~~ al..,,,ys ('ef~r to ~h<: .. to''';l EPA ";<'i" st!'3tion numb,,::- . 

~"I c·-· -"'3:",'05 ~:, "", ',r.~.r3':'O-,·",~ '_'r ,,,,;;,',,",njd':'C;, ,,~._ "c:,>- ,"yr'_i. 

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Based on your response to the Reregistration Eligibility Document, 

EPA has reregistered the product listed above. Enclosed is a copy 

of your label stamped "Accepted". This action is taken under the 

authority of section 4 (g) (2) (C) of the Federal Insecticide, 

Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, as amended. Reregistration under 

this section does not eliminate the need for continual 

reassessment of pesticides. EPA may require submission of data at 

any time to maintain ~egistration of your product. 

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Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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® ETHREl brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

For Commercial Or Agricultural Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Tobacco, Tomatoes, Cherries, Grapes, Apples, Walnuts, Peppers, Blackberries, Blueberries and 

Cantaloupes, for the removal of Dwarf Mistletoe in Ornamental Conifers and leafy Mistletoe in 

Ornamental Deciduous Trees and for the elimination of undesirable fruit on Apple, CrabappJe, Carob, 

and Olive trees. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acidJ- .................................................................................................. 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ..................................................................... . ........................................................................ " ............. 78.3% 

-Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-Ol 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PElIGRO 

Si LISted no entlende la etiqueta, busque a a[guien pam que!".e [a expHque II ustod en trotalle. 

(If you do not undersland the label. find romeone to explain it to you in delail.) 

IFFco;r'llMitiEj)RiI~CAlru;lAn,;;.dITRAJiAjNjjS[iPOijRiljT~A~TliilQiijN!lE;;me>CiirgenlOilccJ.;esii!i9r1NiJLv[iea:aIT1I2244HHououi"'AADDajay/,11::.800-iiOO:j3:3:34-i=77!5i7777~~--­

For eRODUJ;r USE Information Call1·888·AVENTIS (1-888-283-6847) 

The use of th~ product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by Uniled Stales and foreign patents including 

U.S. P:nent 4.240,819. No license is grantoo to use thls product in countries other than the UnHcd States or for any use not contemplaled by this [abel. 

liability for palen! infringement may resull from use or $ilia of this product outside the United States. 

FIRST AID -~ 

IF IN EYES: • Hold eye open and rime slowly and gently with water for 15·20 minutes. 

• Remove contact lames. if prnsoot. after the firn 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. 

• Call a poison control cent« or doctor for treatment: advice. 

If SWAllOWED: • Immediately call a poison control Wlter or doctor for treatment advice. 

• Do not indute vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control ~ntCf or doctor. 

• Have person sip a glass of watcf if able to swallow. 

• 00 not give anything bl molrth to an Uf\C:OI"ISCIous penon. 

IF ON SKIN OR • Take off cootamJnated dolhlng . ClOTHING: 

• Rinse skin immediately with plooty 0( water for 15--20 minutes. 

• Call a DOlson control cooter or doctor for treutme.nt advice. 

IF INHALED: • Move penon to fresh air, 

• If person is not breathing, tall 911 or an ambulance, !hen give l'Irtifitial respiration,. preferably mouth·ta-mouth if 

possibl'e . 

• . ~"f~~1 ~a,~ control center or doctor f~Junhef tro~ advice. _~,,_. _ -- ---" " --.--.-.-----~- .. 

for MEDICAl. Emergencies Call 24 Hours A Day '·80().3J4.1577. 

Have th!! product container or label with \'OU when tailing: a polson tOntroi clmler or doctor or going rOJ treatment 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may oontraindicate the u~e of gastric lavage. No specific antidole is available. AU tret.llmcnts should 

be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in lhe pallent. OvlllexllOSllre to lMtef'itt[s other lhan lhis product may have occurred. ,.--.' . . Victims of severe ovcrnxpo~e by inhalation should be kept under mcdJcal O!J4rvitftfJ fm.4P 10 12 hom for delayed onset of pulmonary edema. In a 

victim 01 overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due te.JIle ~bi~~~ stomach or esophageal perforation. This material is an 

acid, but Ihe use of alkaline substances 10 neutrallle it is contraindicated. 

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DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive. Causes irrcversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when hllfldling. Harmful if swallowed Of absorbed thfough $kin. Do not get in eyes or 

on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapo~ as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some mat«ials that are cl1emleal-resistant to this product life listed below. If you want mOfe optl~ follow the irutructions for Category A on an EPA 

themicaJ.tesistance selection chan. 

Applicators and 0100 handlers must wear long-slooved shins and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material $fJCh as 

polycthyfooe or polyvinyl chloride, shoos plus socks and ptotocUve eyewcar. 

When handlers usa closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a 1Tl3nnN that meets the requirements listed in the Worker ProtflCtion Standard for 

agricultural pesticides (wps) 140 CFR 170.240 (el) (4-6)1. the handler PPE requirements may 00 reduced or modified as specified in the WPS. 

Discard clothing and ottuK- absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this products concentrate, Do not reuse them. 

follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPL If no suclr instructions for wamablcs, u~ detergent and hot walef. Keep and wash 

PPE separately from other laundr;'. 

User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands beforecating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing Il1"Ut'lIldiately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The conlBminaled 

clothing mould be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PP£ immedialely after handling this product. As soon as possible, wam thoroughly and change into clean clothing. Wash the 

outside of gloves before rllfTlOVing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to w~t(lf", or to areas where surface water is prC5ellt or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate 

waw when disposing of equipment washwatoo. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is II violation or federal law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with in fabeling. 

00 not apply this product in a way that will contact workcrs or other persons, either directly or through drifL Only prot&ted handlers may be in the 

area during application. for any requirements specific to yoUI' State or Tribe, consult the ngency responsible for pesticide regulations. Read entir/! label 

before using this prodUCL 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 

Use this product only in accordance with its labelil"9 and with the Worker Protectioll Stardard. 40 efR part 110, This startdJrd contains requ'lrements 

for the protection of agricultlul workefs on farms, forests, m~ics, and greenhouses. and hand~r.; of agricultural pesticidll5. It contllim 

rcquiremoots for training. decontamination, notiflcatiOl1, and emefgcocy assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to 

the statements on this label about per.;onal protective equipmoot (PPf), notification to WOfJu;rs. and restricted·cntry int(!fWIls. The requirements in this 

box only apply to ures of this product that are covered by the Wmiler Protection StMdard. 

Do not enter or allow worker Imtry into treated areas during the restrictoo-entry fnlerval (REI) of 4B hours. The REI is 72 hours in areas where average 

rainfall is less than 25 inches per year. 

PPf required for early entry to treated areas that is permiUoo under the Wruker Protection Stafldard and that involves contact with anything that has 

been treated such as plants. soli or water is coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants. chemical-resistant glows made of any watllfpfOOf material 

ruth as polyethylene Of polyvinyl chloride, chemical resistant footwear plu~ socks. and 909!J11!$ or flKe shield. for o'Xlfhoad exposure, chemical· 

resistant helldgoor is also requirod. 

Notify WOf1(ers of \he application by warning them orally and by posting walning signs at enlrance to ueatoo areas. 

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STORAGE 

Do not rom.aminate watllf, food, or fefld by 5torage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAl. 

Pestkkle wastes are acutely halardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rlnsate is a violation of federal Law. II these wastes 

cannot be disposed of by use according to label imtru;tlons, contact your State Ptntk;ide or Environmental Control Agency Of the Hazardous Waste 

representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance, 

Wastes resulting from !he use of thi5 product may be disposed of OIl site or at an approved W.'ISte dispo5al flldlity. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rill'>e (or equivalent). Then oHer for rocyc:Jing or rt!Conditionlng or puncture and dispose of in a Sllnitary landfill or by incineration, or if allowed 

by state and local authorities. by burning. If burned, stay out of 5moke. 

ETHREl e BRAND £THEPHON PlANT REGUlATOR 

Promotes earlier, unifonn coloring of maUJre FlUE-CUREO TOBACCO. Promotes earlier coloration and maturity 01 TOMATOES, GRAPES, APPlEs, and 

PEPPfRS. loosens CHERRIES, WALNL1TS, and APPlES fOf earli«, more efficient harvest. Promotes fruit amci5sion ~Ipping) in CANTAlOUPES. Increases 

dormant fruit bud hardiness and delayed wring bloom of SWEET CHERRIES in the Pacific Northwest. Accelerates BlACKBERRY ripening and loosening. 

Concentrates BlUEB£RRY matlEity and aids in MlTenbefry control. Removes dwarf mistletoo from ORNAMENTAL CONIFERS, and leafy mistletoe from 

ORNAMENTAL D£CIDUOUS TREES. Eiiminatl!S undesirable fruil on APPlE, CRABAPPlE. CAROB, and OliVE trees. 

GENERAl INFORMATION 

For focal rcwmmenootions on rates. spray volumes (ga"01l5 of watcr per acre), and spray equipment under varying tefJlpcrature ami rainfall conditions 

consult your Extension Pomologist. Honlcultural Specialist. Aventis CropSclencc RcprescntatiV{! or Farm Advisor for his experience with this product in 

your area. 

APPliCATION VOlUMES AND SPRAY COVERAGE 

Thorough sprny covorogc is essential to achieve maximum product erfectiveness, Spray coverage is affocUm by choice of equipment noule seloction 

and spray boom So'rtUp as we" as spray pressure. plant size and canopy density. For both air and ground applications. it is important to choose an 

equipment wtup that win azure thorough co'lel"l!!Jl! Of plant caoopy (foliage and fruit). The actual spray volume required will vary with the size and 

density of the plant canopy and the equipment usM. In california and Arizona usc a volume of no less than 5 gallens per acre for aerial applications. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

00 not contaminate wat« used for Irrigation or domestic purposes. 

Avoid spray drift to noorby crops aslhis product will cause modiftcatioll5 in plant !1owth. Plant Injury or reduced yields will result 

00 not plant another crop within 30 days after treatment. 

DO NOT MIX ETliREl· WITH AMMONIUM THIOSUlFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES WtY R£SUlT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC FUMES, 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect. to lOO eath day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not tm! ETHREl· brand Elhtphon Plant Regulator with additives other than rKommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment or airplane pam. 

IMMEDIATElY RINSE. ANY SPill WITH PlENTY OF WATER AS ETHRU· BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT RfGULATOR IS CORROSIVE. 

IMPORTANT: 00 oot apply ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator through any Iype of irrigation system. 

Do not me thl$ product for purposes other than those listed 0fI the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of ETHRU· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator per acm per year rocommcnded on this label. 

SPRAY OI!IFT 

Avoid sptay drift. Do not appIywtlen weather eonditlOf\$ fOO'j cause drift. Do not allow thi$ product to drift on to noo-target areas. Drift may result In 

illegal residues or il!iury to adjacent crops and vegetation. in the form of loaf yellowing and defoliation. To avoid spray wift. DO NOT apply OOfially 

when wind speed is greater than 10 mph or during periods oftempcrahn lrwmlons. U~ of larger droplet size will also reduce spray drift. 

AVOIDING SPAAY DRIFT AT THE AP:PllCAnON SITE ISTH£ RESPONSIBlUTY Of THE APPlICATOR. 

The interaction of many oqulpmenNlnd--wcathcf·rel3ted fattoo: detetmine the potential for spray drift. The applicator Is responsible for coosldefing 

all these factoo when mald~ decisions. 

•• • ••• The following drift tnllnagemcnt requifomcnts must be followed to avoid df'targqt'"fTlOVCft1fmt from aerial applications to agricultural field trops, 

These requirements do not apply to forestry app/icatiOl"lS. public healUtuses .. 1: atiPI~ using dry formulations. 

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1. The distance of the 0UIef most non/os on the boom must not (!l:cood 3/4 the l\lftjth df'\ne wlfl!Wlln or mtOf. 

2. Noules mw1 always point backward parallel with the air stream and !"leV« be pointed downwards more than 45 degrees. 

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INFORMATION ON DROPlfT SIZE 

The most e1fecrive way to reduc'e drift potential is to apply large droplets. The best drift management strategy is to apply the largest droplets that 

provide suffltient coverage and control. Applying larger droplets recluces drift potentJaI, but will not prowl'll drift if appUcatJons aro made improperly, 

or under unfavorable etl'Iironmental amdltiorn (See Wind TempernlUrc and HumIdity. and Tempenmre Invmions). 

CONTROUING DROPlET SIZE 

VottHl1Q ~ Use high flow rate IlOnies to apply the highest practical SJlfl'lY volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows produce larg« droplets. 

PrtIssore· Do not exceed the no:ule manufacttzcr's recommended pre$$UfC5. For many !lOuIe types lower pnmure produces larger droplets. When 

higher flow rates are needed, lI$e higher flow rate nozzles instead of lncruasing pr~. 

Number of nonles:·Use the minImum number of nonles that provide I.I'liform coverage. 

Nozzle Orimllation· Orienting nonles so that the spray is rotoosed para/let to the airstream produces larger droplets than other orientations and is the 

recommended prnttlte. stgnIftcanldeOection from horizOntal will redtxe droplet size lind Increase drift potential. 

Nome Type· Use n nozzle type that is designed for the intended appIieatIon. With most noWe types. narrowllf spray angles produce larger droplets. 

Coosider using low-drlft Mules. Solid stream noules oriented waight bock produce the largest droplets and the lowest drift 

BOOM LENGlll 

for some use patt(!fm. rodudng the effective boom length to less than 3/4 01 the wingspan or rotor length may further roduce drift wlthout reducing 

swalh width. 

APPlICATION HElGHT 

Applicationsmoukl not be madeat a height greater than 10 foot above the top of the target plants unless a greater height is required for airtfaft safety. 

Making applications at the lowest hclght that is s.afe redUCC$ exposure of droplets to evaporation and wind . 

SWAnt ADWSTM£NT 

Wher! applications are made with a crosswind, tile swath will be dIsplaced downwind. Therefore, on the up and downwind edges of the field, the 

applicator 1hould compensate for this displacement by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance should increase, with 

increasing drjft potootlal (hlghefwind. smaller drops. etc.). 

WIND 

Drift pOIentialls lowest between wind ~ of 2 ·10 mph. However, many factors. including droplet size and equipment type determine drift 

potential at any giwn speed. Application should be avoided below 2 mph due to vartable wind direction and high iTl'lefSion potential. NOTE: local 

terrain can innuencewind pIItlem5. Every appllcatorshould be familiar with local wind patterns and how they affect spray drift 

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 

When making applications in tow relative humidity,.set up equipment 10 produce larger droplets to compensate for evaporation. Droplet e'lllporatlon 

Is most severe when condItions are both hot and dry. 

TEMPERATURE INVERSIONS 

Applleations should not OCW'dtxing a temperature lflVCl'Slon because dolt potential is hIgh. TemperatUf\l invernoos restrict vertical air mi:rlng, Which 

causes $fI1aI1 suspended droplets to remain in a concentrated cloud. This cloud can mow In unprodiclllble dil1!Ctions due to the light \lafiab/e winds 

common during inversions. Tempctature invooians are characterized byincreasing temperaltl'OS with altitude amiNe common on nights with limltoo 

cloud cover and light to no wind. They begin to foon as the sun sets and often continue into the morning. Their presence can be indicatoo by ground 

fog; however, if fog is not present. ItM!rSions can also be Identified by the movement of SfT'IOl(e from a ground source or an alreraft smoke generalOf. 

Smoke that lay«s and fl'ICMISlateraily in a concentrakld cloud (under Iowwind oondltiom) indicates an inversion, while smoke that I110YeS upward and 

rapidly dissipates Indicates good vertical air mixing, 

$[NSITIVE AREAS 

Tile pesticide should only be applied v.tJen the potootlal for drift to adjacent sern:ltlve areas (e.g, residential areas, bodIes of water, known habitat for 

threatened or endangored spDCi(lS, I'lOflotargc1 crops) is minimal (e,g. when wind is blowing IJWeY from the sensitive amas). 

EQUIPMENT ClEANING 

Because 01 the acidic nature of this product. prolonged f!J:posure to splaY deposits. will damage acrylic plastics, certllin paints, and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic malerillls and painted surfaces with a delergent and water within one hOI'" after exposurc to spray dcpmits, 

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(Flue-Cured Only) 

TOBACCO (FlUE-CURlD): A foliar spray of ETHRUe brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator promotes early, unifonn "yellowing" of mature tobacco. ETHREls 

reduces curing time, allowing more efficient we of wring barn spate, and Increased control O\'el hafVest schedules. 

ETHRfl e brard Ethephon Plant RegUlator increases the t:apat;'rty of the curing barn by shortmlng the cUr'lIlg time and allows adjustments in haJVest 

schedules. ETHREl· can be used as a directed spray to the bottom or middle portion of the tobacco plant or as an owr-the-top spray. ElHREL· is not 

intended or l1!(:ommemied for use on immature tobacco. 

Crop Situation 

£THRU" 

Pints/Acre Specirit Olrettioos 

DIRECTED SPRAY , Use drop nozzles. Choose TG or OC spray tips designed to apply 50 - 60 gpo at 3>40 psi and at Iractor speed 

APPLICATION of 2-3 mph. Use 2 nozzles per row; one on each side of the row dropped Jow enough to direct the spray to 

the leaves to be ripened and harvested. Thorough spray coverage is essential. With a directed spray, be sure 

to harvest aU leaW!$ with 20% or more vellowina. 

OVER-THE-TOP ,., Treat only when leaves remaining on the stalk are mature. To ensure remaining leaves are malure. test 

APPlICATION spray several tobacco plants a$ described under the section "Application Timing" . Use the lower rate In a 

normally mature crop when experience indicales thaI minimum ripening inducement is required. Use the 

higher rale when the crop is heavy and has a tendency to be more rank or when temperatures are lower 

than normal. Always test spray to determine if the IObacoo is mature enough to respond to treatmenl wilh 

ETHREl·. 

Apply oYef-the-top ETHRfl· spray as a fine mist using three nozzles (one nozzle tips over llie center of the 

plan!, and one on each side) to assure aU leaves are covered thoroughly. similar to the application pattern of 

I Svsternic sucker control aoents. Use iI sora ... oressure of 40 to 60 O$i. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

00 not apply ETHREl· brand Elhephon Planl Regulalor to immature leaves as this can result in unsalisfactory coloring. weight loss and reduced 

leaf quality. 

00 not allow the crop 10 over ripen in the field after using ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator. since lhis may cause some reduction in yield 

and quality. 

Do not treat before anticipated major stann which could prevenl halvest and resull in crop loss. 

00 not apply ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator if rain is expected within 6 hours. 

00 not harvest tobacco tre.aled with ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulalor sooner Ihan 2 days after application. 

Follow ~ raleslisted above for labeled uses. 00 not exceed 8 pints of this product (2 Ib elhephan) per acre per year. 

APPLICATION TIMING 

Sw::cessful results with ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator call for treatmenl when leaves are mature, not overly rank green when sprayed. To 

easily oo[e(ltllne the proper treatment timing andthe numbel' of leaves per stalk ready for h3lVeS!, test spray severnl plants in more [han one location 

in each field and observe the response. Mature leaves will begin to yeUow in 24 to 72 hours. Test leaves that fail to yellow in 72 hours are not mature 

and are not ready for ETHREl- treatment Waila few days top«mit further natural maturing. then make another test spray or ~maturity" check. 

Determine acres to treat by fil1t confirming the number of leaves per p1anl thaI will color, then use bam capacity to calculale the number of acres to 

treat, 

A test spray can be prepared by mixing 4 teaspoons ofETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator in 1 quart of water. Apply about 1 ounce 10 each test 

plamcovefing all leaves with a fine mist ETHREl- will not color Immature leaves. 

To avoid quality loss and or possible leaf drop, harvest any yellowed leaves prior to application. Use lower rates under mosl conditions. limil use of 

higher rales 10 cool (belOW 65°F at the time of treatment) slow ripening conditions. 

WHEN TO HARVEST 

All mature. sprayed leaves will begin to color within 24 to 72 hours after fTHREl· application. The yellowing proce5$ is wealher dependent; cool 

weather win delay. while hal sunny weather can speed up the process. Harvfst tea~toM¢o when leaves hllVe readled the desired color imensity. _.- -. . HaJVest can commence 48 hours after fTHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulalor~ppllc:ation~!fo delermine harvest liming and avoid quality loss Of leaf 

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CUring proClldures am as much an art as a science and each cure must be judged on the basis of tobncco condition, interval between troatment and 

hafvert weathcr and type of curing facUity before pr~iptlon temperature and ventifation schedules can be estab!imoo. To obtain maximum quality. 

care must be tal«!n to observe and controf the curing process closely, especially during the late HcolorfngH and OMly "drying" sItlge$ of the leaf. 

Etlmphon lIeated tobatto will have started the coloring process when harwstoo, reducing the time required in the coloring phase of curing. Treated 

tobacco should be dried faster. If tobacco feaves arc green or contain wme grOOfl when harvested, it may be necessary to color them for a few houn.. If 

the leaWlS" are complf!tefy yellow, temperature and ventilation must be adjusted in a manOCf to dry the tobacco as fast as possible without scalding. 

Once the leaf is dried PM dry). you should follow normal procedures for curing. Since ETHREl- treated leaves cure faster, lIeated and untreated leaves 

mould not be cured together" In the same bam. 

TOMATOES 

TOMATOES (PROCESS£D): A foliar spray of ETHRElI> brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator accelerates and conctmtra!eS tomato ripening iru:masing 

recoverable fruit yield from a onre-over harvest. Plant RegulatOf application starts the normal ripening process earlier and ina-roses the rate of 

ripenIng of mature green fruit conrentratlng maturity. Coru:entrated maturity enables high ll!Covl.'fable yields of ripe tomatoes in once-over harvest. 

Early cOflCefJtratoo maturity Cl(tends the normal harvest season and helps growers schedule harvest and handling more effectively. 

TOMATOES (FRESH MARKET IN CAlIFORNIA); II foliar spray of ETHR£lf) brand Ethephon Plant Regulator accelerates tomato ripening increasing the 

early yields of marketable ripe fruit. 

Crop Situation ETHREle Specific Directions Remarks PInts/Acre 

PROCESS TOfMTOES 11/4-31/4 Apply 1 % to 3 Y. pints per acto of ETHRfle Apply ETHREl- When desired tonnage of fruit has reached 

Early and brand Elhephon Plant Regulatvf in a marketable size and maturity. Check fields cfosely for stage and 

Midsea!i()fl Crops or minimum of 20 galloru per acre fOf degree of uniform maturity priOf to application. Sample several 

Warm ConditIons ground application and II minimum of 10 plants throughout the field to determine proper $pray dale. 

gallons per acre fOf auial application. Sort. weigh and calculate the p«WI1t fruit which is red and 

Apply when 5% to 15% of the fruit in the pink, including breakers. Fruit sire alone is not an adequate 

field arc roo and pink (incfuding breakersl indicator. Observe specific directions to detCfmine ttcatment 

and thefe is suffICient mature green fruit stage for your situation. Walk treated fields frequently to 

to produce the desired tonnage. evaluate crop condition. Maintain normal cultural practice 

Under higlt tetnperotures (above 85 f). between treaunent and har"vest TImely harvest is essential for 

rates as low as 1 114 pint51acre can be lrunimum return of high quality fruit. Consult processor 

effectiVfl. representatives concerning delivery Wledules and quotas priOf 

Thorough coverage is essential. F~ to appfiution of ETHREl·. 

,wuod ~ air applicaticm d,,,,,. Consult your local Aventis CropScieow Representative, Extension 

equipment and sprny volumes that will Horticultural Specialist or Farm Advisor for suggestions on the 

assure unifonn spray COllefagc of foliage proper use of ETHRH· when fields havo variable plant vigor due 

andfruil. Ovoo:Iosing from overlapping to differeru:es in soil conditions or cultural practices and for 

swaths or spray nonl!} pattllfl"lS can cause rates of fruit ripening as affected by twnp&ature, within the rate 

s.evNC foliage injury. If bands are ~ ilnd timing limitations shown on the label. 

OVl'f the row, reduce the amount of 

ETHRfl· uwd in proportion to the area 

actually treated. 

Obserw treated nclds cfosely and harvest 

fruit at propel" maturity. 

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Crop Situation 

ETHRElPints/Acre Specific DIrections Remarks 

PROCESS TOMATOES 31/4-61/2 Apply 3}\: to 6 * pints per &Q"e of ETHREl· brood Ethephon Plant ",,"" " pw"," maturity. 

late Season or Regulator in II minimum of 20 gallons per aero for ground Temperatures above go'F may cause 

Coastal Crops or application ami II minimum of 10 gartons per acre for aerial fruit to ripen sooner 

Cool Conditiom application. Apply when 5% to 30% of fruit in the field are red temperi'lUXCS below 65' F --

retard 

and pink (including breakers) and there 15 5Utndent mature green naturnr color development and may 

fruit to produce the desired tonnage. Maximum response is extend the time betweefl treatment and 

achleved when fruit to be troated 15 5 to 15% pink and roo. Use h"""l 

the higher rate of ETHREt· when nighttime temperntures are cool 

(below 65~f) or vcgetatiYl') growth is dense. Thorough coverage 15 

esentiaL for ground Of air application choose equipment and ! spray Vo/lIfTleS that will assure uniform 5pray COVOOIgC. 

FRESH MARKET 11/4-5 Appry fTHREl- when dcsirad tonnaQC of fruit has reached Check treated fruit frequentfy ,,'" TOMATD£S rTl3fketable 5iro and maturity, generally 3 to 6 days before de5ired harvest at desiroo maturity. Whoo 

Cafffornia hatvest date. upoct only one halVl!$t from treated areas. programming harvest. spray a different 

Apply 1 14 to 5 pints per acre of ETHRU· brand Ethephon Plant blodr. each day and halVest blocks daH~ 

Regulator In a minimum of 40 garlOl1$ per acre for ground in the same sequence. 

application and a minimum of 10 glllIom per acre for anrial 

appliC<ltKm. Thorough COVefilge i5 e-;sentiat. For ground or air 

application choow equipment and SJNay volume5 mat will aSMJre 

uniform spray OOVCfi'lge 

Use the higher rate and longer proharvest inttlfYal on late season crops. when temperatures are cool {genOOIlly below 8S·Fj and 

foliage is dense. Under high temperatures, rates as low as 1 114 

pints per acre have been effective while reducing fOliage dMrulge 

I oarticularl~ on more sensitive varieties -~ above. , 

Use limitatIOns 

Do not apply befcre tllMe 15 5ufficient mature green fruit to produw the desired tonnage. ETHRH - brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator win not ripen 

immature groon fruit 

Some yellowing and general aging of foliage may be obSl.lfVl.ld following treatment. 

Do not treat plants with poor root systems ()( growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, disease or inse<:t damage. Treatment 01 

Wt!ak plants will result in rnpid loss of foliage cover increasing sunborn and sun SCAld potential, espoclally under high temperatUfe conditiom. 

Do not treat when rustalned II!mpI!f1ItUl'es abQIe l05"F are anticipated. 

Do not treat sensitlvc varieties daing period when temporntUfIlS exceed lOO"f. foliar damage is more severe on certain varieties such as VF to, Vf 

315, Vf 145, 21-4, and 13l. During periods of high temperatures uw the lower rates on 5ensitive varieties . 

Do not tank mix with sun protection products, sun protection whitenoo:. spray adjuvants Of' other additives. 

Do not apply fTHREl- brand EthepIlon Plant Regulator to more acreage than can be harvested in 2 to 3 da)'$. 

Do not apply ETHREl- brand Elhephon Plant Regulator to varieties kJ1(lWo to soften rapidly or shatter when ripe. 

Do not use on grOOl1house tomatoes. 

Do not harvest tomatoes treated with Ethrel- brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator 500flCf than 3 days after last application. 

Follow too rates li!Joo above for labeled uses. 00 not exceed 6.5 pints of thi5 product (1.63 Ib ethephonJ per acre per yeat, 

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Except California 

CHERRIES: A foliar spray of ETHRU· brand Erhnphon Plan! RegulalOf' loosens frull and promotes carly uniform ripening, and mduws the shak(lf force 

needed to mechanically harvest fruit These effects are Importanr for inaeasfng efficlency, rocovnrable ykllds. maintaining fruit qUlllity and reducing 

tree injury. DO NOT Us[ ON CHERRIES IN CAliFORNIA. A fall appliCl'ltion of ETHREL· to sweet cherries In rhe Pru:ific Northwest Mea inacastls donnant 

bud hardiness and delays bloom the following ~jng 

Crop Situation 

ETHRElPints/Acre Specific Directions 

TART CHERRIES Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sufficient water for thorouglt 

1 unifoon CClWfage. The optimum spray VOlume will depend 

on tree size, o!antjnQ densirv and ooulPi'nent used. 

Concen· Concoottale sprays, ~erarry 1e!iS than 100 gallons per aae. 

trate Spray require uniform toVCfage for optimum response. 

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SW££T CHERRIES Dilure Spray Apply as iI dllure spray with sufficient water for thorough 

('1i1ljeties such as 3 to 4 uniform coverage. Actual volume will depend on the type of 

Windsor. delivery. sprayer used and size of troos. Use low rates on the 

Napoleon-Royal light or yellow-«olored varielies. 

Anne, Emperor 

Francis) 

"""0- Concentrate sprilYS. generally less than 100 gallons per atm. 

trale Spray requiru unlfonn coverage for optimum response. 

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INCR£AS£O 3 Tleal in fIrSt two wct'ks of ~tember. 

DORMANT fRUIT 

BUD HARDINESS 

AND DELAYED 

SPRING BlOOM 

(Sweel Cherries in 

thePacirtc """"-) Use limitations 

Not for use on cherries in California. 

Apply ETrIRU· brand Ethophon Plant Regulator in a minimum spray volwne of 50 gallons per acre. 

Do rn>t tIcat too early <B this can caU5C carly fruil drop with stems attached . 

Some gummosis of chefty troos is associaled wilh treatrnenl. 

High tllmptlfatures during and after application may cause sC\'Cl"e gummosis. 

Do nol Ireat trees that had severe gut1llTl()sis the previous year as tr~ damage will rerulL 

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interval with lower riltes. 

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A fall application of ETHREl- will 

increase fruit b,. hilrdiness by 

docreaslng tile chance for winter injury 

and delaying bloom by 3 to 5 days 

which may help avoid frost injury. 

Treiltroont of early nowering varieties 

may delay bloom 10 belief coincide 

with pollination from other varieties. 

Do not apply to tIOOS that Me of low vigor or have etpeJiertced severe stress (such as winter injury, droUght, or disease), since gumrnosis will be 

exCl!$sive, particUlarly when high IllmperallHcs and/or drought follow treatment. 

If po~ible, irrigale orchards 10 prevent drought slJ~ resulting in gumrnosis. 

Do nol harvest cherries lrealed with ETHRH· sooner tfliln 7 days after last application. 

AI the time of application, all fruit inclUding Ihose inside the Iroo canopy, should be in SI<lge 3 as indicated by rapid size increMe and !he presence 

of ground rolor (change from blight groon 10 yellow background color). Treat wOOn air lemperolures are betwoon 60 and SS·f. Do not treal When 

air temperalures cxctlt'd 8S"f. Uniform coverngc is Importanl. cooccnlrated 5p!ilys associaled wilh crrntic application can resull in gummasls and 

tip diebock. ., _ _._ 

Some early leaf yenowing and drop may be noted following applicalion. :.: _: : . . .. _. 

Slight gummosis and individual fruit size reduction may result with fall a~ieat1bpllu<J L$diness treatmenl. 

Follow use rates listed above for I"belt!<! uses. 00 nol exceed 4.0 pints of this producl (1.0 Ib cthephon) per acre pet ynar . 

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(Only in California and Arizona) 

GRAPES (TABLE GRAPES IN CAlIFORNIA AND ARIZONA): An application of ETHREle brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early uniform color 

de",elopmoot on table grape varieties such as Cardinal. Emperor, flame seedless, Red Malaga, Queen and Tokay allowing more efficient harvests or 

quaJityfruit. 

GRAPES (RAISIN PRODUCTION): A roliar spray of ETHREl ebrand Ethephon Prant Regulatorwil! hasten maturity of Thompson seedles.sgrapes resulting In 

reduced acids, increased sugars and inct'emed raisin quality. 

Crop Situation 

TABlE GRAPES 

(such as cardinal, 

flame Seedless, Red 

Malaga, and Queen) 

TOKAY GRAPES 

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Table Grapes 

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,.". high temperatures conditions HaNe$T. fruit at desired maturity and quality as: indicated by sugar 

(above 85f) use lower rates 011/2 to 1 content acidity and COlor. This is generally two weeks or more 

pint per acfe. for low temperatures aner treatment Watch treated areas. closely and harvest be/ore 

conditions (but above 65F) use higher benies become too dark. for more infonnation regarding local 

rates. Apply in suffICient water to wet experiences with this product on grapes, consult your Farm 

'lines and fl'Uit dusters unilormIy, Advisor or Extension Viticulturist. 

USing conventional ground sprayers. 

Treat when 5 - 30% of berries show 

color. 

Treat Tokays when 5 - 15% of berries 

show color. 

Apply as a roliar spray at 5'J(, berry A loliar spray 01 ETHREl· will hasten maturity 01 Thompson 

softening. Treat when S - 30% of Seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, il1tfe3sed sugars and 

berries show color. lnaeased raisin quality. For more Information regarding local 

experience with this product on grapes consult your farm Advisor 

or Extension Viticulturist. 

Rates higher than 1 pintlA may inaease the incidence or cracked rruit and should be used only in areas or during weather conditions where grapes 

have been especially hwttM:Olor in past ~easons. 

Some berr) softening is assocIated with ETHREL -brand EthephOn Plant Regulator treatment 01 some varieties which may limit or Influence storage 

considerations. 

00 not store Tokays. 

00 not harvest grapes treated with ETHREL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 14 days after last application. 

Do notexalCd 2 pints orthis product (a.Slb ethephon) per acre per year. 

Raisin Production (fhompson Seedless) 

Do not apply to grapes under str~ rrom inse(t damage or moiruJre stress. Observe treated vineyards closely and harvest at proper maturity as 

determined by sugar acid levels. 

00 not exceed 2 pints 01 this product (O.Slb ethephon) per acre per year. 

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APPlES: A foliar 5pray or ETHRElc brand Etlwphon Plant Regulator promotes fruit maWfity and loosens apples, making harvest by hand or machine 

easier and morn efficient. ETHR[l- applied in combination with fRUlTONE'" N to control P$harvest drop ~imurates early development of red color 

and ripening withOut loosening fruil. Applied to young trees. HHR[l ~ will suppress vegetative growth and plomote nowe! bud formation. 

ETHRU· 

Crop SillJation Pints/Aero Specific Directions Remarks 

fRUrr lOOSfNING Apply a foliar spray 10 apple I~s 1 to 14 days ETHRU· provides several beneficial respollScs 00 

prior to normal anticipated harvest. apples. Depending on rate and time or application 

1. flIRlY AND Use sufficient water for thorough unlrorm ETHREl· will: promote fruit loosening, promote 

MIDSEASON 2W spray COVIlfage. TIw type of sprayer used and uniform ripening and coloring without loosening. 

MATURING size oftree\ will erroct volume required. promote thinning and return bloom, and imrclIS(1 

VARlmES Obserw fwit daffy as the proper picking flower bud development in young trees. For desired 

(varielres matUfing pl.!fiod is !>t\orter with ETHREl· Ireated fruit response, rollow spocific directions, 

with Mcintosh Of than untrcatOOfruit Treat when air tl.!mpcratun.'S arc between 50" f and 90' 

earlier) Do not elC«!d 1,25 pounds ai/A Jlef" w.lSOO. 

f. However, application may be made at 5D o f undet 

rising temperature conditions. Ir daytime temperatures 

are warm, color lesponse trom ETHREl· treatment will 

be reduced, but ripening and loowning effects will be 

accelernted . Coo! weather may extend the intCfV81 

between treatment ~nd harvest. 

2. LATE MATURING 5 Do not allow rruit to bocome overripe on tree<;. Fruit 

VARI£TIES IN THE intended ror fresh market must be checked for quality 

EAmRN UNITED and rrullurity. Color alonl.! is not an adequate guide for 

SlAT£S (ruit maturity. Use a pressure gauge or other suitable 

(variflties maturing methods rOf detOO11ining intemal maturity. Fruit oller· 

later than Mcintosh) matured when harvested and stored may soften SOOfWf 

Ulan untreated rruit 

PROMOTION OF Apply roliar spray of (fHRfl· and a preh.'lrvest 00 not apply ETHREl- to mOl"e acreage than can be 

UNIFORM RIPENING drop control chemical registered ror use on harvested in 1 to 2 days. 

AND COLORING Of RfD apples such as. the product fRUITONE" N. Use Treated fruit can be satisfactorily held in cold air storage VARIETIES WITHOUT tlx! prcllarvest drop control product according provided rruit Is in good condition. LOOSENING to label directions. Begin spraying 2 to 3 

weeks before normal harvest period and about "ore recommendations r", chemical control or 

1 to 2 weeks berore desired haI"\'CSt datI.!. prehnrwst drop vary according to location and variety, 

1. fARl' OR rollow diroclions on the fRUITONE"" N label. 

MIDSfASON Apply as a nOfmal dilute spray using sufficient addition, you '" ""y consult you, local extension 

MATURING t· • water ror thorough unifOfTll cOllefage. Actual Pomologist or Horticulturist rOf his recommendations. 

VARIETIES volume will depend on the type or delivery or 

(varieties maturing sprayer used and size of trees. 

with Mcintosh or Use me lower rate tor upplcs intended rot 

earlier) storage. 

2. LATE MATURING 2· • 00 not exceed 1.25 potru1s /lilA per seSWl. 

VARIETIES 

(varieties maturing 

later than Mclntoot'd 

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ETHREle 

Pints/Acre 

THINNING AND 

RETURN BLOOM 

1. Most Varieties 1.5·4 

2. Difficult to Thin 3·6 

Varieties Such as 

Golden Delicious 

INCREASED FLOWER 

BUD DEVELOPMENT 

1. NON· BEARING 

lREfS 2-8 

2. SEARING lRfES 

1/2 - 3 

Use limitations 

APPLES 

(continued) 

Spec:ific Directions 

Treat 10 to 20 da)'$.after full bloom. 

For greater thinning. this product can be 

mixed with AMID.THIN- W. SEVIN- brand 

4F Carbaryl Insecticide, SEVIN-brand 80 

WSP Carbaryllnsectitide. SEVl~ brand 00 

S Carbaryl Insecticide or SEVIN- brand XlR 

Plus Carbaryl Insecticide for use on apples 

in accordance with the most restrictive of 

the AMI().THltt W, SEVIN- and ETHREl· 

label1imitations and precautions. No 

label dosage rates should be exceeded. 

E'THREl- cannot be mixed with any 

product containing a label prohibition 

against such mixing. Consult local 

extension recommendations. 

Addition of II non·ionic surfactant can 

eohaOC1! treatment effectiveness. 

Buffering spray SOlution to a pH of 3 to 5 

can improve performance where water is 

alkaline. 

Use a spray volume sufficient to cover 

trees thorduQhI' and unifomtl . 

Spray trees thoroughly and unifol1llly to 

the point of runoff. Use the higher rate 

on more vigorous trees. 

Treat 2 to 4 weeks after full bloom. 

To help minimize fruit thinning, delay 

application until 6 weeks after full bloom 

and after June drop. 

."" ..... Regulating cropping from one season to another is a 

problem. Whenever a high percent of the spurs and 

lateral buds bloom in a single season severe alternate 

bearing can develop the following year. 

To overcome this problem use ETHREl- or a combination 

of ETHREl· plus AMID· THltt W or ETHREl- plus one of the 

SEVltf products listed under Specific Directions applied 7 

to 21 days after full bloom. The program to use will 

depend on the amoUllt of thinning required and the 

biennial beating history of your OI'chard. 

EJ:pett Red Delicious to show a reduction of Mtype" and 

fruit size particularly on trees under- wess. 

Use of higher label rates may reduce fruit size. 

To increase flower bua deVelopment on non·bealing trees 

apply a foliar spray of ETHREl- 2 to 4 weeks after bloom. 

Treatment can result in excessive fruit thirming and 

reduced fruit size and yield reduction the year of usage. 

ETHREl· should reduce vegetative growth and increase 

flowering the following spring. Trees should be large 

enough to support a crop of apples before treatment 10 

initiate flower buds. 

The use of ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulalor can result in over thinning and reduced fruit size. 

Avoid double coverage and use on low vigor lroes . 

Environmental factors can affect thinning and relum bloom, it is advisable to obtain experience under your conditions by iniliaUy tesring only a 

small percent of your trees each year with anyone program. 

Uw must consider risk of excessive fruit thinning and fruit size reduction when using ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator on young lIeesjust 

starting to bear. 

Treat only vigorous trees since e~ive growth reduction will result on weak trees. 

For best results a thorough uniform spray is needed. A wetting agent may improve spray coverage. 

Do not graze or feed cover crops grown in treated apple orchards. 

Do not harvest applC!$ treated with ETHRfl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 7 days after last application. 

Fruit size reduction may occur when used to obtain early maturity, especially If fruit is small at time of treatment. 

ETHREl- brand Elhephon Plant Regulator applie<l earlier than 3 weeks before normal anticipated harvest may result in reduted fruit quality and 

size. 

Follow use rales listed above for labeled uses. • • · --- 00 not exceed:a.~ piAts of lhis product: (2.0 

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WAlNUTS IN CAlIFORNIA: A foliar spray of ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wiIJloosen walnuts for increased effldency of mechanical harvest, 

promote earlier harvest, improve hull removal, and fnaease recoverable yields from a onoo-over harvest. 

Crop £THREL- Specific Directions Situation PinWAa'e 

Expett best results with spray concentrations. of 300 

california 3-S to 900 ppm. Refer to spray ETHREt- preparation 

chart below. Under low temperatures and/or low 

humidity conditions use the hl~ label rates. 

Expect less time between aPPlication and harvest 

with higher label rates. 

For best results treat when aIr [emperaMes are 

"'- roo, ,,'" 9S0F. "P'" reduced 

effectiveness if above gOOF with low humidity due to 

spray evaporation. 

Thorough uniform coverage of walnut hulls is 

essential for maximum hull split and nut loosening 

response. Ch_ eqUipment that provides 

maximum spray ~etration of the entire tree 

canopy. Use large air carrier sprayers where tree size 

jeopardizes coverage. Or volute spmyer attachments 

may help. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Treatment prior to packing tissue brown (mawre) stage may reduoo nut quality. 

Some leaf drop is associated with treatlTHmt 

Do not treat dlseMed.low vigor Of moisture stressed trees as excessive leaf drop may occur. 

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Walnuts are mature when the packing tissue between 

kernel halVt!$ completes browning. Collect nut samples 

from ttv"oughout the tree canopy when determining 

percent nut maturity. 

Advancing Harvest - Apply when 95-too% of [he nuts 

have reached maturity. Inspect frequently and harvest 

as soon as adequate hullabilfty octurs generally 10-16 

days after treatment dependIng on variety and weather 

conditions. Plan second shake 10-12 days after first 

shake. 

Once Om Harve$!: • Variety, growing conditions and 

weather affect maturity and the opportunity for once 

over harvest Contact a local fieldman or Farm Advisor 

to determine if once over harvest can be expected in 

your siwation. Apply to mature walnuts to days prior 

to expected harvest date. £xpect actual harvest to 

range from 7- t2 days after treatment. 

Assure that dosage mtes are measured accumtely since rates higher than rerommeflded may result in tree injury (such as excessive defoliation, 

reduced catkin formation and twig dieback). 

00 not harvest walnuts treated with ETHREl- sooner than 5 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 5 pints of this product ( t.251b ethephon) per acre per year. 

fTHRfle SPRAY PREPARATION CHART 

~a~ Voty!I!f.: !gallQ!!s/acre\ 

£THill- Rate 100 200 300 400 

PintsJA "",. Concentration /ppm) 

3 0.75 900 450 300 

4 1_00 -- 600 400 300 

5 1.25 -- 750 500 37S 

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PEPPERS: A foliar spray of ETHRElIII brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early. uniform ripening and coloring for more efficient packing and 

handling offruit 

Crop Situation 

£THRE1III 

Pints/Acre Specific or rections R ..... "" 

PEPPERS 11/4-4 Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air Check several field locations to determine crop 

application choose equipment and spray volumes that will .". "d <leg,,, of maturity. ETHREL· 

insure uniform coverage of foliage and fruit. Use the treatments may reduce total yields if applied too 

higher rate when cool temperatures are anticipated (less ealiy or there Is a latk of uniform, mature, green 

than 6S"F), when plants are growing vigorously or when fruit resulting from split fruit set or variable soli 

fOliage is dense to assure thorough wetting of all leaves cultural practices. HalVes!: fruit after desired 

and fruit. color and maturity, generally 14 or more days 

Use tilt lower rates with lower spray volumes (1 114 to 2 after treatment 

pint rate in 20 gaVA) and higher rates with higher volumes 

(3.4 plnts/40 gallA). The 34 pint rate in less than 40 gpa 

may cause foliage burn under hot dry conditions. 

Apply OHm· to bell peppm when 10% of fruit are rOO 

and chocolate and to chili and pimento pepper varieties 

when 10 to 3()'j(, of fruit are red and chocolate and there Is 

sufficient mature green fruit 10 produce desired tonnage. 

ETHREl· will not ripen immature, ween fruit 

Use limitations 

00 not apply when prolonged average high temperatures of 9S"f aftertreatrnelt are expected, 

Do not treat whoo temperalUres exceed l00·f. Applications made under high temperalUres will accentuate fruit ripening, yellowing of foliage, 

defoliation and immature fruit abstission. 

Do not treat when average temperatures are below 6O·f, low temperatures after treatment may reduce or negate the effects of ETHREl· brand 

Ethephon Plant RegUlator. 

Some yellowing and general aging ofluvcs will be noted after treatment 

Do not harvest peppers treated with ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than S days after last applicatkm, 

00 not exteed 4 pints of this product {t.O Ib ai ethephonl per acre per year, 

NOTE: Under certain conditions tank. mixtures of ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator with desiccants containing sodium chlorate could result 

in the formation of hypochlorous acids which on heating will emit toxic chloride fumes.. 

BLACKBERRIES 

BlACKBERRIES IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON: A foliar spray of ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant R~ulator will concentrate maturity and loosen fruit. 

improving harvesting efficienty while reducing cane injlfl}' from mechanical harveSt. 

Crop SilUation 

ETHREte 

Pirrts/Aa'e Spec:lfic Oimctions R"",,,,, 

IN OREGON AND 5-8 To loosen fruit and concentrate maturity. apply Use ETHREl·: 1) early In the harvest season to reduce 

WASHINGTON a foliar spray of ETHRU· at least 3 days prior to the number of pickings or 2) treat later in the harvest 

(CuIUVim Chehalem erpected harvest when air temperatures are se3!;On for a onClHlver final picking. 

Thornless and between 60e

f and OO·f and rain is not predicted 

Evergreen) w'lthin 24 hours. 

Use sufficient volume to insure thorough .M 

uniform wettina offoliane and fruit 

Use limitations 

Do not spray more than can be harve5ted on the third day following tr~eq,t as copsiwible fruit may drop, 

Use only at recommended times and rates on healthy. vigorous plants, as:a.~ctilln in 4erry sire may occur, 00 not use on damaged or diseased 

plants. : ! !! .! 

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00 notetteed 8 pints of this product (2 Ib ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

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BlUEBERRIES: A foliar spray of fTHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator concentrates maturity of blueberries for easier and more efficient harvest A 

foliar spray of ffHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wi!! abort black harrenbooy (Atonia melanocarp4 flowers and/or fruit growing in Maine 

lowbush blueberry fields reducing the number of undesirable barrenbeny fruit harvested with blueberries. 

£THRElCrop SItuation Pints/Acre SpecifIC Directions """""" 

CONCENTRATION OF 4-8 Apply a foliar spray of ETHREl- brand Ethephon To conrentrate firu harvest apply ETHREL- brand 

MATURITY AND Plant Regulator at II rate of 4 to 8 pints In 150 Ethephon Plant Regulator when 15 to 20% of the 

EARlIER FRUIT to 200 gaUons per sae. Use lhe higher spray berries are blue. To concentrate final harvest, treat 

COLORING volume and rate on large dense foliage bUShes after !he first or second picking. Harvest blueberries at 

(Culti\la~ BluetrOp, or when temperatures are cool. Treat when air proper maturity when colored, generally one to two 

Weymouth. Jersey. temperatures are 60" 10 9O~ F. weeks after treatment. Observe fruit daily as the 

Rancocas, Rubel, , Thorough uniform spray coverage of fOliage proper picking period for optimum internal and 

Bluetta, Erliblue, and fruit is essential for maximum fron "''''''' quality " shorter with fTHRU- brand 

Wolcott. CrOlltan, maturation and toloration. To aid uniform Ethephon Plant Regulator treated fruit than with 

Murphy, Angola, wetting of plants, use a wetting agtmt such as untreated fruit. High temperatures (9~ f) acce!efate 

Morrow, Garden Blue, Triton 8-1956 at 0.5 pint per 100 gallons or X· fruit ripening. 

Trifblue and NC901) 77 at 2.0 pints per 100 gallons. ETHREl- treatments may increase fruit with stems, 

slightly docrease fruit size, soluble solids and acldity. 

ETHREl- may not induce internal ripening as rapidly as fruit color. 

BLACK BARRENBERRY 4-8 Apply 4 to 8 pints per aae of fTHRELe brand Use the lower rates of ffHREl- brand Ethephon Plant 

CONTROL IN LOW Ethephon Plant Regulator in approximately 100 Regulator when black barrenbemes are between 90 to 

BUSH BLUEBERRIES IN to 200 gallons: per acre forground sprayers and 100% petal fall and use the higher rates of ETHRElMAJN' approximately 10 gallons per acre for aerial whtn black barrenbefry fruit is 1/8 to 3116 inch in 

application. diameter. This is generally 7 to 10 days after 

Thorough uniform spray coverage is essential. blueberries are in the same stages d development. 

To aid in uniform wetting pf plants. use a Harvest blueberry fruit when ripe, generally 6 ttl 8 

wetting agent such as x·n at 0.1% of the spray weeks after application. 

volume. 

Use limitations 

Applicationsto cultlvars other than thOse listed above may cause excessive steminess and/or premature crops. 

Make no more than one applicatIon per season. 

If used for barrenbeny control in Maine, do not make a second application for blueberry concentration of maturity or coloring. 

00 not treat blueberry plants under drought stress or excessively high temperatures as defoliation and reduced yield may result 

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CANTAlOUPES IN CAUFORN1A, ARIZONA. AND 1'IXAS: A foliar spray of ETHREl· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes abscission (slipping) of fruit 

allowing more efficient and economical harvesting. 

Crop Situation 

£THREle 

PinulAcre Specific Directions Remaoo 

CAlifORNIA, 3 Good 50'" coverage ;, The effect will be faster at higher temperatuTC!$. Proper timing of ETHRElARIZONA, TEXAS important '0< producing treatment is critical. but may vary from season to season. Fruit quality. in 

uniform abscission. Use 40 or terms of soluble solids and flesh cOlor, does not improve following more gallons/acre for ground treatment Therefore, ETHREl- should not be used until aner fruit has 

and 10 or more gallons/acre for developed marketable level~ of soluble solids and flesh color. ETHREl· 

aerial application. (Aerial promotes abSCission of immature fruit as well as marketable fruit Thus, applitaLioIlS am only permitted using ETHREl-too soon will result in poorly colored fruit with substandard in Texas.) soluble solids. 

Be prepared to harvest abscised Obserw treated fields frequently and pick fruit when market quality is fruit Z 10 5 .. " ,.~ 

reached. fruit allowed to remain in the field too long will lose quality. treatment T"" .. '" "",. Some yellowing or rapid aging of vines will be SHn following treatment hBf1lest interval will vary with 

temperatLU"e. Be """ 10 

Plants with low vigor will not respond properly. Do not plant another 

coordinate YO"' haNesting crop within 30 days after treatment. 

schedule with Y'"' I puker/shipper. 

Use Limitations 

ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulafor should not be applied when night temperatures are below GO·f. 

Treat only those fruit that have a fairly uniform fruit set, have vines in good condition. and have fruit with marketabte soluble solids and internal 

flesh color. Do not treat fields where soluble solids are running less than 10%. 

00 not harvest cantaloupes treated with ETHREl- brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 3 pints of this product (O.75Ib elhephon) per acre per year. 

MISTlETOE REMOVAL 

DWARf AND LEAfY MlSTlfTOE REMOVAl: A foliar spray of ETHREL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will remove dwarf mistletoe shoots in ornamental 

conifers and leafy mistletoe from ornamental deciduous trees. 

Crop Situation ETHREle 

Amount Specific Directions Remarks 

DWARf MIS11.ETOE ON Zpints Apply as a foliar spray to dwarf mistletoe Applications made in conjunction with sylvicultural 

ORNlWINTAl '" shoots before mistletoe seed dispersal, mistletoe management will prevent spread of the 

CONIFERS ZOgallorn 'Of effective removal. ,II mistletoe mistletoe paraslte to other parts or the tree and other 

shoots must ..... DOUGlAS fiR 1 pint be sprayed to wet Use 01 a non-ionic Mature needle drop. that normally occurs in the fall. 

ORNAMENTALS '" surfactant at recommended rates may may be hastened by the use of ETHRR· . 20ganons increase effectiwmess. T,,,,, '"Y 

mistletoe 'egrowth before .... Applications of higher rates on Douglas fir may result in 

dlsoersal. excessive needle drop. 

lEAfY MISTlETOE 2 quarts Mai:e applications after fall leaf drop large mistletoe infections and mistletoe found in 

ON '" through mid-winter. '0< effective mesquite may be difficult to control with a single 

ORNAMENTAl 20 gallons removal. aI/ mistletoe shoots must be application and retreatment may be necessary, 

DECIDUOUS TREES sprayed to wet. Usc of a non-ionic 

surfactant at recommended rates may 

increase effectiveness. :AI2Y mi(tleM! 

regrowth should be tre.p<t dU"'1l9 the 

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(Ornamental Use Only) 

• UNDESIRABLE FRUIT ELIMINATION: A foliar spray of ETHRH brood Ethephon Plan! Regulator will reduce or eUminate undesirable fruit development 

on apple, crabapple, carob and olive trees. 

ETHREl· 

Crop Situation Arnow' Specific Directions ",'"',,'" 

APPLES 8 to 12 ounces Apply as a foliar 5ptay at the floWt'!( bud Application muM be made before fruit set for best 

CRABAPPlES "" to full bloom stage. prior to fruit set results. 

W" foliage thoroughly. """ Do not Ileat weak trees or trees under stress (drought 20gallons application uf ETHRH· Plant Rtlgulator insect Of diseasc damaged trees) as excessive leaf drop 00 not exceed 12 can resul! in eXC1!1~ive leaf drop and/or or twig drop can result 

ounres {O.15 OL uee defoliation. Use higher rales when 

Some leaf drop or temporary leaf yellowing may occur ai/gallon} per tempera!lJr1!$ Me cooL 

aPPlIcation. after treatment 

CAROB 60unteS Apply as a foliar spray. Wet all foliage Do rwt use on small rod fruitlKl varieties of crabapple as 

{Ccratonia siliqUfJ} "" thoroughly. Amount of spray win fruit elimination win nol be ~!ifactory. 

20(};'lliorn de-pend on Iree size. 

OlIVE" 12 ounces 

(01tm europac.il) 

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·Thls recommendatIOn IS not Inlended 10 be used on commel"Clal frUit produ<:llOIl as a thinning agent 

TURF 

An application of [thrill slows tlw growth of turfgrasres thmredw;ing lhe required frequency of mowing and the volume of dippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPUCATION SPRAY VOLUME 

fairways, Roughs & ColllfTl{)rcial 6 fl. oz)1000 ft 2 Apply to actiV1lly growing turf. It will 0.5·4.0 galS/l000 ft" 

Turfgr3%C$, including Bentgtass rlXlUire T· 10 days for ETHRU'O to act 

(Fairway cut). Kentucky8lucgrass, Reapplication intefvals: 

Perennial Rycgrass, TaU & Fine Ff&ue Kentucky Bh.JI.'gfIlSS-7 wks. 

Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

Tall/Finc fescue-4 wIo;s. 

Bentgrass·4 wh . 

Use Limitations; 

Do not allow entry to trealed areas until sprays have dried. 

fa best results, apply with sprayer in sufficienl volume of water tn provide unifonn cOVCfage. fTHREle is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to acllvely growing tuff, undcf favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat turfgrass with poor 

rOOI syslerm or growing undN stress due 10 poor wit condilions, drought, disease or jn~t damage. 

Do not apply 10 golf cotJJ!,C greens. 

U~ of spreaderS/stickers with ETHREl" is nol ~ry. 

fTHRU-ls an acidic product and prolonged exposure 10 spray deposils will damage acrytlc plastics. certain paint5 and metals. Rinse thoroughly all 

ClpIMd acrylic plastic materials and painterJsUlfaces wilh a detcrgenl and water within one hOll" allN cxpoMc to spray deposits . 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

Read the entim Directions for US(!, Conditions, Disclaimer of WarranHcs and limitations ol liability belore using this product. If term5 are not 

atteptable. return the unopened product container at once. 

By using this product. userot buyer m:cepts the following Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and limitatiof15 of liability. 

CONDITIONS: The direttiom for use of this product are believed to be adequate and should be followed C<lrelully. HOWC"ICf, it Is illlpOSSiblc ID eliminate 

all risks assocIated with the use of this product. Crop injlX}', ineffectiveness or ottmr unintended cornequern;es may result because of SlXh fOClors 3S 

weather conditions, ptllS(!O(e of other materials, or the marll1ef of use Of application, all of which are beyond the control of Aventis CropScicnce. All 

such rlsks mall be assumed by the user or buyer. 

DISClAIMER Of WARRANTIES: AVENTIS CROPSCIENCE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPUEO, Of MERCHANTABILITY OR Of FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE ORornERW1S£. THAT EXT£NO BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS lA8£L No agent of Mentis CropSciern:e is authorized to 

make any warranties beyond those contalned herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. AVENflS CROP$CIENC[ DISClAIMS ANY LIABilITY 

WHATSO£V£R FOR SPECIAl, INCIDENTAl OR CONSEQUENTiAl DAMAGES RESUlTING FROM mE USE OR HANOUNG OF THIS PRODUCT. 

LIMITATIONS OF lI~llI1Y: mE EXCLUSIVE REMfDY Of TIlE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND AU WSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE 

OR HANDLING Of THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER IN CCMRICT, 'WtmWIY, TCRT,tm.m.a:.STRK:rlM1lYOO~9W1I'rnE>mDTrfR.RJ-WIPlnPAV,rn 

AT A\f.NTISmc:::F£1ENl."S~ TIEImJaMNT t:FROX£r . 

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Aventis CropScicnro USALP 

p.o. Box 120t4, 2 T'w. AICllInder Drive 

Research Triangle Park. North Carolina 21709 

AMID.THIN- Wand FRUITDN£" N am registered trademarks of the Aventis Group licensed by AMVAC. 

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UNITED STATES ENvIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

Gail powell, Ph.D. 

Rhone-Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

AUG 9 1996 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

ANO TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Subject: Ethrel brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. Number 264-267 

Your label amendment dated June 24, 1996 

Dear Dr. Powell, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

labeling before you release the product for shipment. 

Please note that further labeling corrections may be 

necessary following full review of toxicology and product 

chemistry data submitted in response to the Registration 

Eligibility Decision (RED). 

If you have any questions about this letter, please contact 

Tobi Colvin-Snyder of my staff at 703-305-7801. 

cc: Wanda Daughtry 

Judy Loranger 

Reregistration Branch 

Sincerely, /:; 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide-Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

Special Review and Reregistration Division (7508W) 

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WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIOES AND 

TOXIC SUeSTANCES 

"OV 3 0 <LUU 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Registrations 

A ventis Environmental Science USA LP 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

Dear Mr. Gorrell: 

SUBJECT: Response to Ethephon RED 

ETHREL brand Ethephon Plant Regulator and Proxy 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

Your application dated December IS, 1995 

The Agency has completed its review of the current approved label for compliance with the 

Ethephon Reregistration Eligibility Document (RED). The labeling referred to is unacceptable. 

Within 30 days from receipt of this letter, submit 5 copies of the label revised as indicated below: 

1. A.statement of ComentslNet Weight must appear on the label. The preferred location 

is the bottom of the front pane! below the company name and address . 

2. There have been recent changes to the Statements of Practical Treatment (FIRST AID). 

Please see PR Notice 2000-3 for the language, headings and format that must be included on the 

labeL First Aid statements are optional for Toxicity cateory IV. 

3. Under Precautionary Statements, at the beginning of the section for Personal Protective 

Equipment (PPE), add the statements, "Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product 

are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for c~tegory A on an EPA 

chemical-resistance selection chart". Then change, "waterproof gloves" to read, "chemicalresistant gloves made of any waterproof material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride". 

4. Under Environmental Hazards, the statements, "Do not contaminate water used for 

irrigation ....... purposes", "Avoid spray drift to nearby crops ...... ", "Plant injury or reduced yields 

will result", and "Do not plant"another crop .... " must be moved from the ENVIRONMENT AI.. 

HAZARDS to DIRECTIONS FOR USE preferably to a section entitled "General Precautions and 

Restrictions" . 

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"protectiv~.eyewear" to read, "Goggles or face shield". , 

6. Under STORAGE AND DISPOSAL, Pesticide Disposal, comply with PR Notice 83-3 

by adding the statement, "Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess 

pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal Law. If these wastes cannot be 

disposed afby 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. 

7. The Agency recommends that the Spray Drift labeling be moved to under 

DlRECTIONS FOR USE and be placed following the Chernigation Prohibition . 

8. Based on section V of the Ethephon RED, Under DIRECTIONS FOR USE, Directions 

for Application the following Use Limitations must be added: 

Tomatoes (for processing)· A minimwn spray volume 0[20 gallA for ground application and 10 

gaU A for air application. A 30 day plant-back interval is specified. 

Tomatoes (fresh market)(California) - A minimum spray volume of 40 gallA for ground 

application and 10 gallA for air application. A 30 day plant-back interval is specified. 

Cherries - Apply in a minimum of 50 gallA. This use is not permitted in California. 

Apples - The maximum seasonal rate may not exceed 1.25 lbs ail A. 

Apples and Crabapples (fruit elimination) - The maximum single application rate may not exceed 

• 0.15 oz. ai/gal. 

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Daniel 

Acting 

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Product 

Kenny 

Manager 

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Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTtoN, PESTICIDES AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

MEMORANDUM: 

Date: 

Subject: 

From: 

May 28,1998 

Data review for primary eye initation of Ethrel & use of the same data for 

batching four other products from Batch 2 of Ethephon RED 

EPA Reg. No.: 264-267 

Case 

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Hari Mukhoty, DVM, PhD '. A'}~ ~ Product Reregistration Branch (pRB) '0 \ 

Special Review and Reregistration Branch (SRRD), Mail Code: 7508W 

Applicant: Rhone Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

FORMULATION FROM LABEL: 

Active Ingredient: % by wt. 

Ethephon ................................................... 21.7% 

Inert Ingredients ......................................... 78.3 % 

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Total ........................................................ 100.0 % 

ro.. Recyc1edIRecyclablct n- n Primocf'Mth SoylCal'lOla!M en P3Pf1rthal '00 contaiN 81: Ioast 50% roeyeIod "boor 

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BACKGROUND: 

The Rhone Poulenc Ag Company has submitted data for primary eye irritation (MRID 

44476001) of product EPA Reg. No. 264-267. The primary eye irritation study was 

conducted by the Springborn Laboratories, Inc., Ohio. Ethre1 is the trade name of the 

aforesaid product. Ethephon is a plant growth regulator used to promote fruit ripening, flower. 

induction and other similar responses from treated plants. The Agency has placed products 

EPA Reg. Nos. 264-267,264-292, 264-376, and VA83OO1700 in Batch 2 of the Ethephon 

RED. Product EPA Reg. No. 51036-243 has not been mentioned in the Ethephon RED. A 

review of the CSF indicates that the last named product is very similar to the products placed 

in Batch 2 of the Ethephon RED. This company is requesting the Agency to evaluate the 

study as to the acceptability of the aforesaid products in satisfying the 81-4 guideline for their 

reregistration. 

It should be noted that this company has previously submitted or cited acute toxicity 

data for reregistration of the aforesaid products. Mark J. Perry from Precautionary Review 

Section (PRS) of the Registration Division (RD) has evaluated the acute toxicity data for 

classification of the Ethephon RED Batch 2 products (pRS/RSB Memorandum dated 

September 30, 1996). He used product specific data submitted to the Agency by the registrant 

for classification of acute oral, acute dermal toxicity, and primary skin irritation data. 

Classification of acute inhalation toxicity and dexmal sensitization of the aforesaid products 

was based on the technical data. The company previously cited a primary eye irritation study 

(MRID 00070086) for meeting the requirement of 81-4 guideline for reregistration of the 

above referenced Batch 2 products. That study could not be located, and therefore, Mark 

suggested that the company should resubmit the cited document for review or cite alternative 

eye irritation data to support the reregistration of the Batch 2 products listed above. 

Pursuant to the Agency Rule, 40 CFR Section 150-340, there is no need for primary 

eye irritation data for classification of corrosive test material with pH less than 2. Such 

products will be classified as toxicity category I on the basis of potential eye irritation effects. 

As per CSFs, all the Ethephon Batch 2 products listed above have pH less than 2 (ranging 

from 1.7 to 1.9). Therefore, the above listed Ethephon RED Batch 2 products should be 

placed into toxicity category I by default. 

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RECOMMENDATIONS: 

(I). Product EPA Reg. No. 51036-243 has not been mentioned in the Ethephon RED. 

This product has chemical similarity (e.g., % active ingredient, pH, and fonnulation type) 

with other Ethephon RED Batch 2 Products. Therefore, for assessing primary eye irritation 

effects the aforesaid product will be placed in Batch 2 of Ethephon RED. For the purpose of 

this action, PRB has made no determination of the adequacy of the toxicological data hase or 

the precautionary label. 

• (2). The acute toxicity prome of the products EPA Reg. Nos. 264-267, 264-292, 264-

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376, 51036-243, and VA83001700 is currently: 

81-1 Acute oral toxicity MRID 43920502 ill Acceptable 

81-2 Acute dennal toxicity MRID 43920503 ill Acceptable 

81-3 Acute inhalation data Based on TGAI IV Acceptable 

81-4 Primary eye irritation MRID 44476001 I Acceptable 

81-5 Primary skin irritation MRID 00251542 ill Acceptable 

81-6 Dermal irritation Based on TGAI Non-sensitizer Acceptable 

Labeling: 

ID #: 000264-00267 Ethrel plant regulator 

RESTRICTED USE CLASSIFICATION RECOMMENDED: 

Due to eye irritation toxicity category. 

The PM Team should decide if restricted use classification is necessary or if alternative 

labeling will alley the requirement for restricted use classification. 

CHILD RESISTANT PACKAGING REQUIRED: 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS: 

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DIRECTIONS FOR USE: 

For early entry to treated areas that is pennitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that 

involves contact with any thing that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or water. wear: 

coveralls over 100g- sleeved shirt and long pants, socks and chemical resistant footwear. wear 

goggles or face shield, and chentical resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, andlor 

Barrier Laminate). 

SIGNAL WORD: DANGER PELIGRO 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: 

Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the 

skin or inhaled. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid 

breathing spray mist. Wear long-sleeved shirt and long-pants, socks and shoes, goggles or 

face shield and chemical resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, andlor Barrier 

Laminate). Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated 

clothing and wash clothing before reuse. 

\ STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT (SOPT): 

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IF SW ALWWED: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Do not induce vontiting. 

Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, egg whites, gelatin solution, or if these are not 

available, drink large quantities of water. Avoid alcohol. 

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If symptoms persist, get medical 

attention. 

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, 

preferably mouth-to-mouth. Get medical attention. 

IF IN EYES: Hold eyelids open and flush with steady, gentle stream of water for 15 minutes. 

Get medical attention. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: 

The proposed label should contain a Note to Physicians. Some suggested types of infonn.tion 

include the following: 

• technical infonnation on symptomatology; 

... use of supportive treatments to maintain life functions; 

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• company telephone number to specific medical personnel who can provide specialized 

medical advice. 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage . 

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DATA REVIEW FOR PRIMARY EYE IRRITATION TESTING (§81-4,870.2400) 

Product Manager: Cynthia Giles-Parker, 22 

MRID No.: 44476001 

Reviewer: Hari Mukhoty 

Study Completion Date: January 28, 1998 

Report No.: Sil 3147.244 

Testing Laboratory: Springborn Laboratories, loc., Spencerville, Obio 

Author: Deborah A. Douds, M.S. 

Quality Assurance (40 CFR §160.U): locluded 

Test Material: Ethrel-2lb, Lot No. 4081052, White waxy solid 

Dosage: 0.1 ml 

Species: New Zealand White rabbits 

Sex: Male 

Weight: 2.726 Kg Age: Not given 

Source: Myrtle's Rabbitry, Thompson Station, TN 

Summary: 

1. Toxicity Category: I 

2. Classification: Acceptable 

Procedure (Deviations From §81-4): Only one animal was dosed; signs of irritation were 

examined for 21 days following dosing. 

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(number "positive"/number tested) 

Hours Davs 

OBSERVATIONS I 24 48 72 7 10 14 21 

Corneal Opacity III 1/1 III III III III III III 

Iris III III 1/1 1/1 III III III Oil 

Conjunctivae 

Redness III III III III III III III III 

Chemosis III III III III III III III III 

Discharoe Oil III III III Oil III III III 

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Exposure to the test article produced corneal opacity in the test eye at the one hour 

scoring interval. The corneal opacity persisted in the test eye to study tennination. Iritis was 

observed in the test eye at the 1 hour scoring interval and resolved completely in the test eye 

by study day 21. Conjunctivitis (redness, swelling and discharge) was noted in the test eye at 

the 1 hour scoring interval. The conjunctival irritation (grade 2 redness, swelling and 

discharge) persisted in the test eye to study termination. Additional ocular findings included 

blanching of the nictitating membrane, blanching of the upper and lower lids, no visible 

nictitating membrane, corneal neovascularization and apparent scar tissue in the comer of the 

eye proximal to the nose attaching the upper and lower lids together. No corneal opacity, iritis 

or conjunctivitis was observed in the control eye. Animal vocalized and exhibited excessive 

hyperactivity following dosing: Day O. Immediate corneal opacity was observed after 

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ACUTE TOX ONE-LINER (PRIMARY EYE IRRITATION OF BATCH 2 PRODUCTS 

OF ETHEPHON RED) 

1. PC CODE: 99801 

2. CURRENT DATE: May 27, 1998 

3. TEST MATERIAL: Ethrel plant regulator, EPA Reg. No. 264-267 (EPA Reg.Nos.264-

292,264-376, 51036-243,and VA83001700) 

Ethephon 21.0% 

Study/Species/ MRID# Results Tox. 

Lab/Study#/Date Cat. 

acute oral toxicity LD., males mg/kg 

females mg/kg 

combined mg/kg 

acute dennal toxicity LD., > 2000 mg/kg 

limit test 

acute inhalation toxicity/ LC., males mg/L 

females mg/L 

combined mg/L 

primary eye irritation! Rabbit! 44476001 Corneal opacity, and conjunctivitis I 

Springborn Labs., Inc. Sil persisted to day 21, iritis resolved 

3146.244/01128/1998 completely by study day 21. 

primary dermal irritation! 

skin sensitization --

ore uraoe 1<ey: 

A=Acceptable, S= Supplementary (upgradeable), U=Unacceptable, V=Self-validated 

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Aventis Enyironmental Science 

December 21, 2000 

Dan Kenny - PM (22) 

Fungicide Branch-Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk (APPl) 

alliee of Pesticide Programs (H7504Q 

U.S. Environmental Protettion Agency 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202·4501 

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EPAOORMG1221 Rereg 

Fedex 

RE: Submining Proxy® (EPA reg. no. 264-267-432) label Changes in Compliance with Ethephon RED (Agency letter 01 

November 30, 2000) 

Dear Mr. Kenny: 

In compliance with your fetter 01 November 30, 2000, Aventis Environmental Science is submitting a revised Proxy label 

containing the suggeSled fa bel text eha ngcs. 

This submission contains the following information: 

1. Completed EPA Form 8570-1 

2. latest EPA stamped approved label 

3. COPV 01 the EPA letter of November 30, 2000 

·1. 5 copies 01 the Proxy label with the EPA Reg. No. 264·267·432 

Enct. 

CC: Joe Conti (AES) 

George Raymond (AES) 

Jim Fetter (AES) 

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I S. Nome and Addro" of Applicont (Include ZIP Code) Is. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(cIl3) 

Aventis Environmental Science USA, LP (b)(i), my product is similar or identical in composiTion and labeling 

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Montvale. NJ 07645 EPA Reg. No. 

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Agoncy lottelr doted 

~ ",,"bm',,'on '0 ,,,pon .. "Ag,"'y "",, ,,,., 11/30100 0 "Mo Too" Application. 

Notificetion - Explain below. 0 Other - Explain below. 

Explanation: Usa additional pegelsl if nacasaary. IFor saction I and Soction II.) 

1. Label changes as per Agency leller 01 11/30/00 concerning elhephon REO compliance 

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Child·Rasistent Packqging Unit Packaging Watar SOlubla Packaging 2. Typo 01 Containar 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

PROXY® Growth Regulator 

General label revisions: 

1. Added Net Contents: 

2. Added the word First Aid 

3. Added_wording in the Personal Protective Equipment section 

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Moved text statements from Environmnetal Hazards section to Directions for Use section 

Text change in the Agricultural Use Requirements section 

6. Added wording to the Storage and Disposal section 

7. Moved the Spray Drift wording to the Directions for Use section 

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PROXY® 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon (2-chloroethyl)pho$phonic acidl- .......................................................... " .......... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon' per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267-432 . EPA Est. No. 264·PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 ustGd no entiende la etlqueta. busque a a)gulan para que so Is expllque a usted en details. 

(If you do not understand tho Jabel, find someone to explaIn It to you In dotalJ.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION EmergencIes ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

For PRODUCT USE InformatIon Call 1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses Is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the Uniled States. 

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Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swanowed br abS4fbed"~rough skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will ir7iM~ 'hlucous·melHbranes. 

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not reuse them, Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent 

and hot waler. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry . 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before ealing, drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco orusing the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

conlaminaled clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remOve PPE immediately after handling Ihis produc!. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the oulside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply direclly to water, or to areas where surface water is presenl or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mane Do 

nol contaminate waler when disposing of equipment was~walers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Fedaral Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with Its labeling. 

Do not apply this product in a way lhat will contacl workers or other persons, either direclly or through drift. Only prolected handlers 

may be in Ihe area during application. For any requiremenls specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulaUons. Read enUre label before using this product. , 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equi .... alent). 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. 

For local recommendations on rales, spray .... olumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipmenl under .... arying temperature and 

rainfall condilions consul! A .... entis En .... ironmental Science Representati .... e for his experience with this product in your area . 

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IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected. 

Paa annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 flozf10DO ft2) will 

provide suppression of Pca arinua and while clover seedheads. Allow 2~3 weeks for maxImum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made al the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Pca annua or 

While Clover siles may be made at a 6-.7 week intervaL follow olhergeneral recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz./ toDD ft2 0.5-4.0 gals/1000 tt2 

and _Poa annua ,and White Commercial Turfgrasses. 

Clover Seedhead SuppressIon: including Bentgrass (Fairway cut). 

Apply to actively growing turf. II Kentucky Bluegrass. Perennial 

will require 7~10 days for Ryegrass. TaU & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Btuegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass~7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foUany absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly aU exposed aCrylic plastic materiats and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

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A ventis CropScience 

November 2, 2000 

Mr. Dan Kenny 

US Environmental Protection Agency 

Oflice of Pesticide Programs 

Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk 

Crystal Mall Building 2, Room 266A 

192 I Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202 

Dear Mr. Kenny: 

RE: Withdrawal of Altemate Brand Name for EPA Reg. No. 264~267 

Aventis 

We hereby notify the Environmental Protection Agency that we are withdrawing the alternate brand 

product name, CHIPCO® brand PROXyrM Herbicide, from the product registration, ETHRECl\> brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator, EPA Reg. No. 264-267. 

If you have any questions, please contact me at telephone number 919~549-2365 or by e~mail at 

Karen.Shearer@aventis,com. 

Sincerely. 

Karen S. Shearer 

Regulatory Affairs Manager 

Fungicides-Herbicides 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENT!ON, ?ESTICIOESANO 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

NOV 30 2000 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Registrations 

A ventis Environmental Science USA LP 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

Dear Mr. Gorrell: 

SUBJECT: Response to Ethephon RED 

ETHREL brand Ethephon Plant Regulator and Proxy 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

Your application dated December 15, 1995 

The Agency bas completed its review of the current approved label for compliance with the 

Ethephon Reregistration Eligibility Document (RED). The labeling referred to is unacceptable. 

Within 30 days from receipt of this letter, submit 5 copies of the label revised as indicated below: 

1. A statement of ComentslNet Weight must appear on the label. The preferred location 

is the bottom of the front panel below the company name and address. 

2. There have been recent changes to the Statements of Practical Treatment (FIRST AID) . 

Please see PR Notice 2000~3 for the language, headings and fonnat that must be included on the 

label. First Aid statements are optional for Toxicity cateory lV. 

3. Under Precautionary Statements, at the beginning of the section for Personal Protective 

Equipment (PPE), add the statements, "Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product 

are listed below.lfyou want more options, follow the instructions for category A on an EPA 

chemical-resistance selection chart". Then change, "waterproof gloves" to read, "chemica1~ 

resistant gloves made of any waterproof material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride". 

4. Under Environmental Hazards, the statements, "Do not contaminate water used for 

irrigation ....... purposes", " A void spray drift to nearby crops ...... ", "Plant injury or reduced yields 

will result", and "00 not plant another crop .... " must be moved from the ENVIRONMENTAL 

HAZARDS to DfRECTIONS FOR USE preferably to a section entitled ."General Precautions and 

Restrictions". 

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5. Under AGRlCUL ruRAL USE REQUIREMENTS, early entry PPE, change, 

"protective eye,wear" to read, "Goggles or face shield". 

6:·Under STORAGE AND DISPOSAL, Pesticide Disposal, comply with PR Notice 83-3 

by adding the statement, "Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess 

pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal Law. ffthese 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. 

7, The Agency recommends that the Spray Drift labeling be moved to under 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE and be placed following the Chemigation Prohibition. 

8. Based on section V ofthe Ethephon RED, Under DIRECTIONS FOR USE, Directions 

for Application the following Use Limitations must be added: 

Tomatoes (for processing) . A minimum spray volume 0[20 gall A for ground application and 10 

gal/A for air application~ A 30 day plant-back interval is specified. 

Tomatoes (fresh market)(California) - A minimum spray volume of 40 gallA for ground 

application and 10 ga1JA for air application. A 30 day plant-back interval is specified. 

Cherries - Apply in a minimum of 50 gallA. This use is not permitted in California. 

Apples - The maximum seasonal fate may not exceed 1.251bs ai/A. 

Apples and Crabapples (fruit elimination).- The maximum single application rate may not exceed 

0.15 oz. ailgal. 

lJ~c- Daniel 

Acting 

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Product 

Kenny 

Manager 

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Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Richal-d M. Gorrell 

Aventis Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

A,UG 7 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Subject: Ethrel® bl-and Ethephon Plant Regulator/Proxy® 

EPA Registration Number 264~267 

The label amendment dated June 12, 2000 t.hat contains 

The addi tion of the "Poa annua Seedhead Suppression II 

Section to the "Directions for Use'! 

Dear Mr. GOl-rell, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. The other version of the amended 

label that was submitted for the subject product on the same date 

contains the same amendments as the accepted amended version of 

the label except that it does not contain the "Foa annua Seedhead 

Suppression" section in the "Directions for Use", so the accepted 

amended vel-sion of the label is considered the most recent 

version of the label (supersedes the other version of the label) . 

Submit one copy of your final printed labeling before you release 

the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

Cynthia L. Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7S05C) 

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PROX'r 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic aeidl- ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267-432 EPA Est. No. 264·PA·01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i usled no entiende Ia etlqueta, busque a alguien ~ara que sa la e){~lique a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to ex~laln It to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800_334·7577 

For PRODUCT USE InformatIon Call 1-800-334·9745 

The use of Ihis produci for a vaJiety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by Uniled Siaies and foreign ~alenls including U.S. It Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted 10 use this product in countries other than the Uniled Stales or for any use nol contem~lated by this label. Liability for ~atent infringement may result from use or sale of this ~roduct outside Ihe United Slates. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF tN EYES; Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minules. Remove contacllenses if ~resenl after Ihe firsl 5 

minutes Ihen continue rinsing. Call a pOison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF SWALLOWED: Call a pOison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have ~erson si~ a glass of waler if able 10 

swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told by a ~oison control center or doctor. 

tF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15·20 minules. Call a ~oison conlrol 

center or doctor for trealment advice. 

IF tNHALED: Move person 10 fresh air. If ~erson is not breathing, call gt 1 or ambulance, and then give artificial res~iralion ~referably 

moulh to moulh if ~ossible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further Ireatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No s~ecific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to mater'lals other than Ihis 

product may have occurred . 

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Viclims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for u~ to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due 10 the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal ~erforalion. This material is an acid. but the use of alkaline substances to neulralize iI is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not gel in eyes oron clothing. Avoid contact wilh skin. Do not inhale vapors, as Ihis producl will irrilate mucous membranes. 

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eyewear. • ••••• 

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not reuse Ihem. Follow manufacturer'S instruclions for cteaningfmaintaining PPE. If no such inslrut:litO'$-t"Or wasP'lables. use detergenl 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE se~arately from other laundry. •• •• • : 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating. drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean Clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water malK 00 not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drill to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

tMPORT ANT: 00 not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

00 not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

00 not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federat law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

00 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 appUcation. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STOAAGE 

00 not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PEsnCtDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAtNER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

or if allowed by slate and local authOrities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallOns of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

00 NOT MIX PRO)(Y® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand ovemight. 

00 not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPillS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® slows the growth of furfgrasses thus reducing fhe required frequency of mowing anc 

the volume of clippings collected. 

POll annUB Seedhead Suppression: Foliar applicafion of Proxy, to actively growing turf, al the labeled rale (5 noz-110DO ft2) wit 

provide suppression of Poa annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made al the Intervals specified in !he chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeal application to predominately Poa annua OJ 

While Clover sites may be made at a 6·7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLfCATfON SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass GrQwth Regulatfon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.11000 ft2 0.5-4.0 gals/1 000 ft2 

and Poa annua and White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Seedhead Suppression: including Bentgrass (Fairway CU), 

Apply to actively growing turf. I! Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7-10 days fo' Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks . 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

• BentQrass-4 wks. I 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water 10 provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarfy absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is nol going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

lurfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic malerials and painted surfaces wilh a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of Califomia. 

Test tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufa.cturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that !his product is reasonably fit 

for the .purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions, 

wamings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness. of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nol been made on art 

varieties or in all stales or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY DR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSNE 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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT DR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of Ihis material does not confer any righls under patent goveming !his producl or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

Uniled Stales 

Aventis Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale. NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Aventls Environmental Science 

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WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PFlEVENTION, PESnCIOES 

ANO TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

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Subject: 

From: 

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ETIIREL'" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. No.264-26? and VA-83001? 

Re: PRE Label Assessment 

John L.Dupuy Ph.D 

Product Reregistration Branch 

Special Review and Reregistration Division (7508C) 

Lawrence Schnaubelt ..(--.e-~ /""/~6/?$ Product Reregistration Branch 

Special Review and Reregistration Division (7508C) 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager 22 

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BACKGROUND: Rhone-Poulenc Ag Company has submitted 5 copies of draft labeling for 

the subject product and SLN in its 8 month response to the Ethephon RED.! PRB has 

completed a preliminary assessment of the draft labeling. In its assessment, PRE has 

considered the following: 1) Labeling requirements specified in the Ethephon RED; 2) 

Labeling specified or required in the Product Chemistry and Acute Toxicity Reviews; and 3) 

Labeling requirements as specified in 40 CFR Part 156.10 and associated labeling policy 

documents such as the Label Review Manual or Pesticide Regulation Notices (PRNs). In 

addition, PRB has made recommendations that will improve the comprehension and 

consistency of all product labels. This document can be accessed electronically on the Lan 

through the Q:Drive in Word Perfect. The path is q:lprbllabeII0002641267. 

NOTE: This preliminary assessment contains recommendations intended to assist Product 

Managers in their final review of the pesticide label. Product Managers are encouraged to use 

all or portions of this assessment and then apply their own knowledge of the subject product to 

conduct a fmal review of the label. It is the responsibility of the PM to attain the necessary 

label improvements required for final product reregistration. 

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS; 

I RED Risk Mitigation: 

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The subject product label contains risk mitigation labeting requirements as specified in 

the RED. 

Technical Review Requirements: 

Product Chemistry: Based on the Product Chemistry Review by Sami Malak, dated 

November 5,1996, the Ingredients, Physical and Chemical Hazards and Storage and 

Disposal statements cited on the product label are acceptable. 

Acute Toxicity: Based on the Acute Toxicity Review by Mark J. Perry dated 

September 9, 1998, the following changes are required: 

* 

* 

* 

The Signal Word must be changed from WARNING to DANGER. 

The Statement of Practical Treatment must be revised. 

Appendix I. 

The Precautionary Statements under Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals 

must be revised. 

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• 

* 

* 

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) statements must be revised. 

The Early Entry PPE statements in the Agicultural Use Requirements box must 

be revised. 

III Other Labeling Requirements: 

The subject product does not contain the required labeling as specified by 40 CFR Part 

156.10, PR Notices and the Label Review Manual. 

* 

* 

• 

* 

• 

• 

• 

The Spray Drift labeling must be placed under Directions for Use. 

The statements "Do not contaminate ..... or domestic purposes. n ) "Avoid spray 

drift ....... days after treatment. "and "Do not plant.. ... days after treatment." must 

be moved from the Environmental Hazards section to Directions for Use. 

Refer to Appendix I and IT for further details. 

For purposes of clarity and consistency) PRB recommends that the Registrant 

make the fOllowing Changes: 

The sub-heading "General Instructions and Infonnation" should be placed 

directly under the Storage and Disposal box. 

Certain specified statements under Environmental Hazards should be moved to 

Directions for Use. 

The Spray Drift labeling should be placed directly under the Chemigation 

Prohlbition. 

General Information should be plaCed directly under the Spray Drift Labeling. 

USE PRECAUTIONS should be changed to "General Precautions and 

Restrictions" and placed directly under General Infonnation. 

"Directions for Application" should be added as a sub· heading and placed 

directly above the site TOBACCO (Flue·Cured Only). 

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See Appendix I and II for further details. 

IV SUI Label Review: 

SLN V A-8300l7 has been review and found to be acceptable. See appendix III for 

details 

RECOMMENDATIONS: 

The subject product requires significant revisions to confonn with the Technical 

Reviews and Agency label policies . 

Refer to Appendix 1 and II . 

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Appendix r. ED-mEL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. No.264-267 

PRB Label Analysis 

Restricted Use Pesticide 

Product Name 

Company Name and 

Information 

Identification Numbers 

Statement 

Net Contents 

(KOROC) 

Signal Word 

Precautionary Statements 

Header 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X Note to the PM: The Acute Toxicity Report, recommends a 

RESTICTED USE classification based on a Toxicity Category 1, 

which is due to eye irritation The PM team should decide if restricted 

use classification is nttessary or if alternative labeling will allay thc 

requirement for restricted use classification. 

X 

A statemcnt of Net Contents must appear on the label. 

The Signal Word must be changed from W ARNrNG to DANGER 

X based on a Toxicity Category 1, due to eye irritation. 

5 

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Statement of Practical 

TreatmentlFirst Aid 

Hazards to Humans and 

Domestic Animals 

x 

x 

As per the acute toxicity review, the Statements of Practical Treatment 

must be revised to read as follows: 

IF IN EYES: Hold eyelids open and flush with steady. gentle stream 

ofwatcr for 15 minutes. Gct medical attention. 

IF SWALLOWED: Call It physician or Poison Control Center. Do 

not induce vomiting. Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, egg 

whites, gelatin solution, or if these are not availablc, drink large 

quantities of water. Avoid alcohol. 

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If symptoms 

persist. get mcdical attention. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may 

contraindicate thc use of gastric lavagc." 

The Note to Physician should include the following: 

,. technical information on symptomatology; 

* use of supportive treatments to maintain life functions; 

.. medicine that will counteract the specific physiological effects of 

pesticide; 

,. company telephone number to specific medical persomel who can 

provide specialized medical advice. 

NOles to PM: 

The "If Inhaled" statemcnt currently on thc label is not required by the 

Acute Toxicity data. Also, UtC statemcnt "Victims of severe 

overexposure, by inhalation ...... onset of pulmonary edema." which 

currently appears on !he label under NOTE TO PHYSICIAN is not 

required for this product based on !he Acute Toxicity Data Review 

dated May 28, 1998 (Toxicity Category IV for inhalation route of 

exposure). However, if the registrant has medical information which 

supports the need for this statement, it may be retained on the label at 

the discretion of the PM. 

The Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals must be modified to 

read as follows: 

DANGER 

Corrosive. Causes irriversable eye damage. Harmful if swallowed or 

absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid 

contact with skin. 

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PPE x 

User Safety Requirements X 

Engineering Controls X 

User Safety X 

Reconunendations 

Environmental Hazards x 

Physical and Chemical N/A 

Hazards 

Header "Directions for X 

Use" 

Violation of Federal Law X 

Text 

WPS Text x 

Non- WPS Text N/A 

TIle PPE must be modified to read as follows: 

Applicators and other handlers must wear: 

1. Long·sleeved shirt and long pants. 

2. Socks and shoes. 

3. Goggles or face shield. 

4. Chemical-resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, 

and/or Barrier Laminate). 

The statements "Do not contaminate water used for irrigation 

purposes", "A void spray Drift to nearby crops .... ", "Plant injury or 

reduced yields will result", and "Do not plant another crop .... " must be 

moved from the ENVIRONNfENT AL HAZARDS to the Directions 

For Use preferably to a section entitled "General Precautions and 

Restrictions", 

See Appendix 2 for placement. 

As per the acute Toxicity review, Early Entry PPE requires revisions 

and must read as follows: 

7 

• 

• 

• 

• 

, 

Coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants; 

socks and chemical resistant footwear; 

Goggles or face shield; 

Chemical resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, 

Neoprene, and/or Barrier Laminate. 

Chemical-resistant headgear is only required if the 

potential exists for overhead exposures. 

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Storage and Disposal 

Genemllnstructions and 

Infonnation Sub-Header 

ChemigatiolllProhibition 

(if applicable) 

Spray Drift Lobeling 

Generallnfonnation 

(non·site specific 

infonnation on uses, pests, 

mixing and loading, tank 

mixing. etc .... ) 

General Precautions and 

Restrictions 

x 

x 

x 

x 

x 

Based on PR Notice 83·3, the Pesticide Disposal statement must be 

changed to read as follows: "Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. 

Improper disposal of excess pesticide. spray mixture, or rinsate is a 

violation of Federal Law, If these wastes cannot be disposed of by usc 

according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or 

Environmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste representative 

at the nearest Office fo",·S',;d,,"ee. 

For purposes of clany and consistency, PRE recommends that the subheading"General Instructions and Infonnation" be inserted under the 

Storage and Disposal box. See Appendix II for placement. 

The chentigation prohibition statement "Do not apply ETHREL® 

brand Ethephon Plant Regulator through any type of inigatiol1 !t)'stem." 

must be placed in the Directions for Use per PR Notice 87·1 and 

should be placed directly under General Instructions and Infonnation. 

See Appendix II. 

For the purpose of clarity and consistency, PRB recommends that the 

Spray Drift labeling be moved under Directions for Use and be placed 

direclly following the Chemigation Prohibition. See Appendix II. 

For purposes of clarity and consistency, PRB recommends that the 

Generallnfonnation should bc placed directly following the Spray 

Drift Labeling and should include thc following text on page 4: 

"ETHREL® Brand Etltephon Plant Regulator ........... for aerial 

applications." and "EQUIPMENT CLEANING ......... to spray 

deposits." Remove "GENERAL fNFORMATION" within the text 

above since it is redWldant. 

Refer to Appendix II 

For purposes of clarity and consistency. PRB recommends that the 

"USE PRECAUTIONS" be changed to "General Precautions and 

Restrictions" and include the following text on page 4: 

"DO NOT MIX ............ REGULATOR IS CORROSIVE". 

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Sub-Header: Directions 

for Application 

x Based on section V of the Ethephon RED, the following changes nre 

required in the Directions for Application: 

* Tomatoes (for vrocessing) - A minimum spray volume of20 gnl.lA 

for ground application and 10 gaLlA for air application must be 

spccified. 

* Tomatoes (fresh market) (California) - A minimum spray volume of 

40 gaLlA for ground application and 10 gaLlA for air application TIlust 

be specified. 

'" Cherries - A minimum spray volume of 50 gal.lA must be specified. 

* ~ -'TIle maximwn seasonal rate must be specified and may not 

exceed 1.25 Ibs. ai/A. 

·Apples and Crabapples (fruit elimination) - The maximum single 

application rate must be specified and may not excced 0.15 oz. ai/gal. 

For purposes of clarity and consistency, PRB recommends the subheading "Directions for Application" should be placed above the 

begining of the specific sites Ie. Tobacco . 

Appendix II. EUIREL ® brand Ethcphon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. No.264-267 

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Recommended Presentation of Label 

I RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 

Product Name 

Ingredients .............................................................. .. 

EPA Registration and Establishment Numbers 

Company Name, Address, Phone Number 

Net Contents 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

SIGNAL WORD 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

FIRST AID 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

PPE 

Engineering Controls 

USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

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DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a Violation of Federal Law ..... . 

Do not apply this product in a way .... Only protected handlers may be in the 

area .... 

"Read entire Label before ........... . 

I AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS] 

I STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMAIION 

Do not apply ETHREL® brand Ethephon Planl Regulalor through any type of inigalion system. 

Spray Drift Labeling 

General Infonnation 

"ETHREL® Brand Ethephon Plant Rcgulator. ......... .for aerial applications." and 

"EQUIPlv1ENT CLEANING ......... to spray deposits." 

General Precautions and Restrictions 

"DO NOT MIX. .......... REGULATOR IS CORROSIVE", 

[ljRECTIONS FOR APPLICATION (site-specific) 

WARRANTY STATEMENT 

II 

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APPENDIX III 

PRE SLN LABEL ASSESSMENT FOR EPA REG. NO. VA-830017 

SLN Directions for Use· 

Product Name 

Name and Address of 24(c) 

Registrant 

EPA No. (If applicable) 

SLN No. 

Statement prohibiting use 

inconsistent with label(s) 

General Instructions and 

Information 

General Precautions and 

Restrictions 

3rd Party Registrant 

Waiver Statement 

x 

x 

x 

x 

x 

x 

x 

x 

N/A 

NfA 

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3rd Party Registrant N/A 

Waiver of Statement N/A 

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• 10/23/98 

UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C .• 20460 

OFFice OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

MEMORANDUM: 

Subject: 

From: 

Through 

To: 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. NO.264-267 and VA-830017 

Re: PRB Label Assessment 

John L.Dupuy Ph.D[J.L.Dupuy 10/23/98, 2nd L.Schnaublet] 

Product Reregistration Branch 

Special Review and Reregistration Division (7508C) 

Lawrence Schnaubelt 

Product Reregistration Branch 

Special Review and Reregistration Division (7S08C) 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager 22 

Registration Division (7S0SC) 

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BACKGROUND: Rhone-Poulenc Ag Company has submitted 5 copies of draft labeling 

for the subject product and SLN in its 8 month response to the Ethephon RED.I PRB 

has completed a preliminary assessment of the draft labeling. In its assessment, PRB 

has considered the following: 1) Labeling requirements specified in the Ethephon RED; 

2) Labeling specified or required in the Product Chemistry and Acute Toxicity Reviews; 

and 3) Labeling requirements as specified in 40 CFR Part 156.10 and associated 

labeling policy documents such as the Label Review Manual or Pesticide Regulation 

Notices (PRNs). In addition, PRB has made recommendations that will improve the 

comprehension and consistency of all product labels. This document can be accessed 

electronically on the Lan through the Q:Drive in Word Perfect. The path is 

q:lprbllabeII0002641267. 

NOTE: This preliminary assessment contains recommendations intended to assist 

Product Managers in their final review of the pesticide label. Product Managers are 

encouraged to use all or portions of this assessment and then apply their own 

knowledge of the subject product to conduct a final review of the label. It is the 

responsibility of the PM to attain the necessary label improvements required for final 

product reregistration. 

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS: 

II 

RED Risk Mitigation: 

The subject product label contains risk mitigation labeling requirements as 

specified in the RED. 

Technical Review Requirements: 

Product Chemistry: Based on the Product Chemistry Review by Sami Malak, 

dated November 5,1996, the Ingredients, PhYSical and Chemical Hazards and 

Storage and Disposal statements cited on the product label are acceptable. 

Acute Toxicity: Based on the Acute Toxicity Review by Mark J. Perry dated 

September 9,1998, the following changes are required: 

• 

• 

• 

• 

The Signal Word must be changed from WARNING to DANGER. 

The Statement of Practical Treatment must be revised. 

Appendix I. 

The Precautionary Statements under Hazards to Humans and Domestic 

Animals must be revised. 

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) statements must be revised. 

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• 

• 

• The Early Entry PPE statements in the Agicultural Use Requirements box 

must be revised. 

III Other Labeling Requirements: 

The subject product does not contain the required labeling as specified by 40 

CFR Part 156.10, PR Notices and the Label Review Manual. 

• 

• 

• 

• 

• 

• 

• 

• 

The Spray Drift labeling must be placed under Directions for Use. 

The statements "Do not contaminate ..... or domestic purposes.", "Avoid 

spray drift ....... days after treatment. "and "Do not plant... .. days after 

treatment." must be moved from the Environmental Hazards section to 

Directions for Use. 

Refer to Appendix I and II for further details. 

For purposes of clarity and consistency, PRB recommends that the 

Registrant make the following changes: . 

The sub-heading "General Instructions and Information" should be placed 

directly under the Storage and Disposal box. 

Certain specified statements under Environmental Hazards should be 

moved to Directions for Use. 

The Spray Drift labeling should be placed directly under the Chemigation 

Prohibition. 

General Information should be placed directly under the Spray Drift 

Labeling. 

USE PRECAUTIONS should be changed to "General Precautions and 

Restrictions" and placed directly under General Information. 

"Directions for Application" should be added as a sub-heading and placed 

directly above the site TOBACCO (Flue-Cured Only). 

See Appendix I and II for further details. 

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IV SLN Label Review: 

SLN VA-830017 has been review and found to be acceptable. See appendix III 

for details 

RECOMMENDATIONS: 

The subject product requires Significant revisions to conform with the Technical 

Reviews and Agency label pOlicies. 

Refer to Appendix I and II. 

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• 

Appendix 1. ETHREL 0 brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

EPA Reg. No.264~267 

PRB Label Analysis 

The Signal be changed from 

X based on a Toxicity Category I, due to eye irritation, 

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H 0' 

TreatmentIFirst Aid 

to ,and 

Domestic Animals 

x 

X 

I A, p,nh, "'" th" ot 

Treatment must b;'~~¥~j~e'd \0 read as follows; 

IF IN EYES: Hold eyelids open and flush with steady, gentle 

stream ofwaler for 15 minutes. Get medical attention. 

IF SWALLOWED! Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Do 

not induce vomiting. Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, egg 

whiles, gelatin solution, or ifthese are not available, drink large 

quantities of water. Avoid alcohol. 

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Ifsymptoms 

persist, get medical attention. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may 

contraindicate the use of gastric lavage." 

The Note to Physician should include the following: 

.. technical infonnation on symptomatology; 

.. use of supportive treatments to maintain life functions; 

.. medicine that will counteract the specific physiological effects of 

pesticide; 

.. company telephone number to specific medical personnel who can 

provide specialized medical advice. 

Notes to PM: 

The "If Inhaled" statement currently on the label is not required by 

the Acute Toxicity data. Also, the statement "Victims of severe 

overexposure, by inhalation ...... onset of pulmonary edema," which 

currently appears on the label under NOTE TO PHYSICIAN is not 

required for this product based on the Acute Toxicity Data Review 

dated May 28,1998 (Toxicity Category IV for inhalation route of 

exposure). However, if the registrant has medical infonnation which 

supports the need for this statement, it may be retained on the label 

at th' "~fthe PM. 

The to Humans and [ to 

read as follows: 

DANGER 

Corrosive. Causes irriversable eye damage. Hannful if swallowed or 

absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. A void 

I~~ ________ ~ ______ i--v ____ ~~t~w;;thh~'k;n~. 1PPE X Th, ppE most b, edtto;;-,;;;oaacdlO,;, W;;S:------i 

X 

Applicators and other handlers mu::t wear: 

I. Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, 

2. Socks and shoes. 

3. Goggles or face shield. 

4. Chemical-resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, 

and/or Barrier Laminate), 

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I l( X 

User Safety X 

; 

Environmental Hazards X I r "Do 1101 . Ii water lIsed for 

purposes", "Avoid sprDy Drift 10 nearby crops .... ", "Plant illjrny or 

reduced yields will n::slll!", aDd "Do IIO! plan! another crop . .. " must 

be moved frollllhc ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS to tire 

Direct ions Fur Usc Ih'dcrably 10 a section clItilled "General 

['recarniolls and RC.'\{ricliorrsH

• 

Sec Appendix :2 [(Ir placerrrent. 

; I and, I N/A 

>\', ~ Text, WPS and , and 

Header ui for X 

kU,," 

I '"' ,It"" X 

Texl 

WPS Text X A$ per lire aCUle ToxicilY review, Early Elltry PPE requires , I, 

arrd must Tcad as follo\\'S" 

, Cowralls ovcr lotl,l,;-sleevcd shin and lnrrg pnnlS; , socks arrd drcmieal resistant footwear; 

• C;ogglcs or face slrield; , ClrclJrical resistant gloves (such as NorrIe, BlltyL 

Ncuprcrrc, arrd/nr Barrier Laminate. 

• C:h('rn kal*resiWrnt hcadgear is only reql!lred if tIre 

pfllellli:Jl exists for (lverlread exposrrres. 

Non- WPS Texl N/A 

.tonrgeand X Based orr PH. Notice X3-), tIre Peslicide Disposal statemerrtwust be 

clral1ged 10 read;ls 10110\\"5: "Pesticide wastes are 

aClrldy lrazardous. Improper disposal or excess 

pC.'.licide, spray nrixtrrre, or rinsnte is a violatiorr 01' 

Federal Law. lftlrcse WK'ites canrrot be disJlosed or 

hy rrs..: accordirrg to label instructiorrs, corrtael your 

Sr;llc Pesticide or Errvironmental Corrlrol Agency, 

or rhe lhr".aruorrs Waste rcpresentativc allhe 

lIeare~t EPA Regional ontce for guidarrce. 

fo - TT<e , ",,,1 

, I X For purposes ufclariy arrd, PRB r • ~ tlratthe 

Information Srrb~Header sllb-headirrg"CierrerallrrSlnrctiorrs aUd lnlormation~ be inserted rrnder 

Ihe ' ,·,,,,dd box, See I' II , I , 

Chemi '1'''' , , r prohibilum Slalement "Do rrot apply ETlIRELi!.' 

(if applicable) bmnd Etlrcplton Plalll Regulator through mry type ofirrigati{ln 

system." rrmSI be placet! in tire Directions J"br Use per PR Notice 

87-1 arrd slrorrld be placed dircctly uuder Gerremllrrstnrcliulls (lud 

r Ir,' I.Sec .. :ll. 

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Sproy O,;ft . 

G,",,,,i ; , 

(non-site specific 

information on uses, 

pests, mixing and loading, 

tank mixing, etc, ... ) 

Restrictions 

.., .. . .... . .. 

-[ Directions 

for Application 

x 

x 

x 

x 

For tlte purpose of clnrity and consistency, PRB recommends lhill 

the Spray Drifllabclillg be moved under Directions for Use and be 

placed directly following tlte Chc111igmion Prohibition. Sec 

Appendix II. 

For purposes (ll <.:I,ll il).- and l' PRB recommends tlwt the 

Oenera] infonm1(loll should be placed direcl]Y following the Spray 

Drift Laheling and should include the follnwing text nn page ,I: " 

ETI-IREL® Brand Ethcphonl)!;1111 Rcglllator. .......... for aerial 

applicntiolls." and "EQUI PMENT CLl~AN1NG ......... IO spray 

dcpl1silS." Remove "GENERAL lNFORMATION* within the lex( 

above since it is redundant. 

Refer 10 Appendix" 

1'0' P"'P0'"' "r,:~:;.'Y,""'d, ; , PRB > th" the " 

USE Pl{ECAliT10NS~ he changed to ~Gcncral Preca11liollS and 

Restrictions" null inclllllc the /oilowillg text on pngc 4: 

"DO NOT MIX « ••••••••• REGULATOR IS CORROS1VE*. 

<II 

Based 011 section V of the Ethephon RED. the 

reqnired ill tlte Direclions fur Application: 

chanb'CS are 

.. T01llatl1c~ L.fQ.u1rocl.'sslug) ~ A minimultl spray volume of2U gaL A 

for grOlmd applicati(\l1 mid 10 6<alJA [or air applicati011 1)111St be 

specified . 

.. ]11111,1IoeS U!:£hl!JD-;!.lli~!lJCalifom@)· A minimum spray volume 

of40 gaLlA ]01' gro11l1J application mId 10 gaJ.lA for air appliclltiml 

mllst be sp .... cilled. 

,. Cherries - A ll1inlll111111 spray Vohlmc of 50 gaLlA nll1S1 be 

specified. 

,. ArmIes ~ The nmxinmm seasonal r<1tc must be specified and may 

not exceed 1,25 lbs. aiiA. 

* fulJll~s and Cm®Q[lJes (fruit elilllinati011) • The nJaxinmm :;:inglc 

application ra!e mUSl be specified and Illny no! exceed 0.15 oz. 

ai/gal. 

For pnrpmes orclnri!), and consistency. PRB recommends lhe 

snb-lwading n])ircctiom ror ApplicntiOlt shonld be placed above lhc 

hcgining orthe specific siles ie. Tobacco. 

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• Appendix II. ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulalor 

EPA Reg. No264-267 

Recommended Presentation of Label 

I RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE 

Product Name 

• Ingredients .............................................................. .. 

EPA Registration and Establishment Numbers 

Company Name, Address, Phone Number 

Net Contents 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

SIGNAL WORD 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

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• 

• 

FIRST AID 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

PPE 

Engineering Controls 

USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a Violation of Federal Law ...... 

Do not apply this product in a way.". Only protected handlers may be in the 

area .... 

"Read entire Label before ........... . 

I AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 

I STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 

Do not apply ETHREL® brand Ethephon Planl Regulator Ihrough any type ofirrigalion system. 

Spray Drift Labeling 

General Infonnation 

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"ETHREL® Brand Ethephon Plant Regulator ........... for aerial applications.~ and U 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING ........ .to spray deposits," 

General Precautions and Restrictions 

"DO NOT MIX ............ REGULATOR IS CORROSIVE". 

DIRECTIONS FOR APPLrCATION (site-specific) 

• WARRANTY STATEMENT 

APPENDIX III 

PRB SLN LABEL ASSESSMENT FOR EPA REG. NO. VA-830017 

of 24(c) 

EPA 

SLN 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

OfFICE Of 

PREVeNTION, PESTICIO£S AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

MEMORANDUM: 

Date: 

Subject: 

From: 

May 28, 1998 

Data review for primary eye irritation of Ethrel & use of the same data for 

batching four other products from B tch 2 of Ethephon RED 

EPA Reg. No.: 264-267 

DP Barcode: D243987 \ \y \ c C£ 

Case No.: 3228 i \1'1) Cl \~ 

Hari Mukhoty, DVM, PhD (;\1 Product Reregistration Branch (pRB) 

Special Review and Reregistration Branch (SRRD), Mail Code: 7508W 

Applicant: Rhone Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

~. Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

FORMULATION FROM LABEL: 

Active Ingredient: % by wI. 

Ethephon ................................................... 21.7% 

Inert Ingredients ......................................... 78.3% 

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Total ........................................................ 100.0% 

ro Rec:yclttdIRecyclablo {)-n Ptirrtod with SoylCal'lOla Ink on papor that 

'00 c:cntWIIC III: 1oUI5O% rDC,'dtd fibM 

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BACKGROUND: 

The Rhone Poulenc Ag Company has submitted data for primary eye initation (MR1D 

44476001) of product EPA Reg. No. 264-267. The primary eye initation study was 

conducted by the Springborn Laboratories, Inc., Ohio. Etbrel is the trade name of the 

aforesaid product. Etbephon is a plant growth regulator used to promote fruit ripening, flower 

induction and other similar responses from treated plants. The Agency has placed products 

EPA Reg. Nos. 264-267, 264-292, 264-376, and VA83OO1700 in Batch 2 of the Etbephon 

RED. Product EPA Reg. No. 51036-243 has not been mentioned in the Ethephon RED. A 

review of the CSF indicates that the last named product is very similar to the products placed 

in Batch 2 of the Ethephon RED. This company is requesting the Agency to evaluate the 

study as to the acceptability of the aforesaid products in satisfying the 81-4 guideline for their 

reregistration. 

It should be noted that this company has previously submitted or cited acute toxicity 

data for reregistration of the aforesaid products. Mark J. Perry from Precautionary Review 

Section (PRS) of the Registration Division (RD) has evaluated the acute toxicity data for 

classification of the Ethephon RED Batch 2 products (pRS/RSB Memorandum dated 

September 30, 1996). He used product specific data submitted to the Agency by the registrant 

for classification of acute oral, acute dennal toxicity, and primary skin irritation data. 

Classification of acute inhalation toxicity and dennal sensitization of the aforesaid products 

was based on the technical data. The company previously cited a primary eye initation study 

(MR1D 00070086) for meeting the requirement of 81-4 guideline for reregistration of the 

above referenced Batch 2 products. 1bat study could not be located, and therefore, Mark 

suggested that the company should resubmit the cited document for review or cite alternative 

eye initation data to support the reregistration of the Batch 2 products listed above. 

Pursuant to the Agency Rule, 40 CPR Section 150-340, there is no need for primary 

eye irritation data for classification of corrosive test material with pH less than 2. Such 

products will be classified as toxicity category I on the basis of potentia! eye initation effects. 

As per CSF" all the Ethephon Batch 2 products listed above have pH less than 2 (ranging 

from 1.7 to 1.9). Therefore, the above listed Etbephon RED Batch 2 products should be 

placed into toxicity category I by default. 

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RECOMMENDATIONS: 

(1). Product EPA Reg. No. 51036-243 has not been mentioned in the Ethephon RED. 

This product has chemical similatity (e.g., % active ingredient, pH, and formulation type) 

with other Ethephon RED Batch 2 Products. Therefore, for assessing primary eye irritation 

effects the aforesaid product will be placed in Batch 2 of Ethephon RED. For the pUIpOse of 

this action, PRB has made no determination of the adequacy of the toxicological data base or 

the precautionary label. 

(2). The acute toxicity proftle of the products EPA Reg. Nos. 264-267, 264-292. 264-

376.51036-243. and VA83OO1700 is currently: 

81-1 Acute oral toxicity MRlD 43920502 ill Acceptable 

81-2 Acute dennal toxicity MRlD 43920503 ill Acceptable 

81-3 Acute inhalation data Based on TGAI tv Acceptable 

81-4 Primary eye irritation MRlD 44476001 I Acceptable 

81-5 Primary skin irritation MRlD 00251542 ill Acceptable 

81-6 Dermal irritation Based on TGAI Non-sensitizer Acceptable 

Labeling: 

• ID #: 000264-00267 Ethrel plant regulator 

RESTRICTED USE CLASSIF1CATION RECOMMENDED: 

Due to eye irritation toxicity category. 

The PM Team should decide if restricted use classification is necessary or if alternative 

labeling will alley the requirement for restricted use classification. 

CHILD RESISTANT PACKAGING REQUIRED: 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS: 

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DIRECTIONS FOR USE: 

For early entry to treated areas that is pennitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that 

involves contact with any thing that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or water, wear: 

coveralls over long- sleeved shirt and long pants, socks and chemical resistant footwear, wear 

goggles or face shield, and chemical resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, and/or 

Banier Laminate). 

SIGNAL WORD: DANGER PELIGRO 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: 

Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Hannful if swallowed or absorbed through the 

skin or inhaled. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid 

breathing spray mist. Wear long-sleeved shirt and long-pants, socks and shoes, goggles or 

face shield and chemical resistant gloves (such as Nitrile, Butyl, Neoprene, and/or Barrier 

Laminate). Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated 

clothing and wash clothing before reuse. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREA1MENT (SOPI'): 

IF SW ALWWED: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Do not induce vomiting. 

Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, egg whites, gelatin solution, or if these are not 

available, drink large quantities of water. Avoid alcohol. 

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If symptoms persist, get medical 

attention. 

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, 

preferably mouth-ta-mouth. Get medical attention. 

IF IN EYES: Hold eyelids open and flush with steady, gentle stream of water for 15 minutes. 

Get medical attention. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: 

The proposed label should contain a Note to Physicians. Some suggested types of infonnation 

include the following: 

... technical infotmation on symptomatology; 

... use of supportive treatments to maintain life functions; 

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• company telephone number to specific medical personnel who can provide specialized 

medical advice. 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage . 

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DATA REVIEW FOR PRlMARY EYE IRRITATION TESTING (§81-4,870.2400) 

Product Manager: Cynthia Giles-Parker, 22 Reviewer: Hari Mukhoty 

MRID No.: 44476001 Study Completion Date: January 28, 1998 

Report No.: SIl3147.244 

Testing Laboratory: Springborn Laboratories, Inc., Spencerville, Ohio 

Author: Deborah A. Douds, M.S. 

Quanty Assurance (40 CFR §160.12): Included 

Test Material: Ethrel-2Ib, Lot No. 4081052, White waxy solid 

Dosage: 0.1 ml 

Species: New Zealand White rabbits 

Sex: Male 

Weight: 2.726 Kg Age: Not given 

Source: Myrtle'S Rabbitry, Thompson Station, TN 

Summary: 

1. Toxicity Category: I 

2. Classification: Acceptable 

Procedure (Deviations From §814): Only one animal was dosed; signs of irritation were 

examined for 21 days following dosing. 

Results: 

(number ~positive"/number tested) 

Hours Davs 

OBSERVATIONS I 24 48 72 7 10 14 21 

Corneal Opacity III III III III III III III IiI 

Iris III III 111 IiI III III III Oil 

Conjunctivae 

Redness III 111 III III Iii IiI 111 III 

Chemosis III III III III III III 111 III 

Dischare:e 011 III III 111 Oil III 111 111 

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Exposure to the test article produced corneal opacity in the test eye at the one hour 

scoring interval. The corneal opacity persisted in the test eye to study termination. Iritis was 

observed in the test eye at the 1 hour scoring inaerval and resolved completely in the test eye 

by study day 21. Conjunctivitis (redness, swelling and discharge) was noted in the test eye at 

the 1 hour scoring interval. The conjunctival irritation (grade 2 redness, swelling and 

discharge) persisted in the test eye to study termination. Additional ocular findings included 

blanching of the nictitating membrane, blanching of the upper and lower lids, no visible 

nictitating membrane, corneal neovascularization and apparent scar tissue in the comer of the 

eye proximal to the nose attaching the upper and lower lids together. No corneal opacity, iritis 

or conjunctivitis was observed in the control eye. Animal vocalized and exlrlbited excessive 

hyperactivity following dosing: Day O. Immediate corneal opacity was observed after 

vocaIization . 

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ACUTE TOX ONE-LINER <PRIMARY EYE IRRITATION OF BATCH 2 PRODUCTS 

OF ETHEPHON RED) 

1. PC CODE: 99801 

2. CURRENT DATE: May 27, 1998 

3. TEST MATERIAL: Ethrel plant regulator, EPA Reg. No. 264·267 (EPA Reg.Nos.264-

292,264-376, 51036-243,and VA83001700) 

Ethephon 21.0 % 

Study/Species/ MR1D# Results Tax. 

Lab/Study#/Date Cat. 

acute oral toxicity LDlO males mg/kg 

females mg/kg 

combined mg/kg 

acute dennal toxicity LDlO > 2000 mg/kg 

limit test 

acute inhalation toxicityl LClO males mg/L 

females mglL 

combined mg/L 

primary eye irritation! Rabbit! 44476001 Corneal opacity, and conjunctivitis I 

Springborn Labs., Inc. Sil persisted to day 21, iritis resolved 

3146.244/0112811998 completely by study day 21. 

primary dennal irritation! 

skin sensitization --

ore Graoe Ke y : 

A~Acceptable, S~ Supplementary (upgradeable), U~Unacceptable, V~Self-validated 

Core 

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SUBJECT. BP [X] HP [] PRODUCT CHBHISTRY REVIEW 

DP BARCODB No.:226710 REG./Fil. Symbol No •• 264-267 

REGISTRATION [ ] REREGISTRATION [X] REREG CASE NO.0382 

PRODUCT NAHBS. Ethrel Brand Ethellhon Plant RegulatOr 21. n 

and ChillQO Flord Brand PRO Plant Regulator 21. HAl 

COHPANY:llhone-poulenc Ag Company RECEIVED DATB: 01123196 

HRID NOS. 439205 06 

TO: 22 Cynthia Giles-Parker/Wanda Ruffin Daughtry 

Fungicide-Herbicide Branch 

FROH: 

THRU. 

Registration Division (7505C) 

Sami Malak, chemist, 11/05/96 (30S-S392)a 7F ?kWC: 

Product Chemistry Review section 

Regist~~P~ Branch/RD (7S05W) 

Harold Podall, section Head 

Product Chemistry Review Section 

INTROPUCTION: 

The applicant submitted product chemistry data, two CSFs and two 

labels for subject products seeking registration of a basic and an 

alternate formulations, both are identical except for the 

differences in the trade name. The trade name for the basic 

formulation is Ethrel Brand Ethephon Plant Regulator; and that for 

the alternate formulation is Chipco Florel Brand PRO Plant 

Regulator. Both CSFs are dated 12/19/95 and both have the same 

Reg. No. 264-267. The label text of the alternate formulation with 

the trade name Chipco Florel Brand PRO Plant Regulator describes a 

different use pattern than the label with the trade name Ethrel 

Brand Ethephon Plant Regulator. 

FINDINGS: 

1. The submitted product chemistry data requirements for 

reregistration of subject end-use products, Ethrel Brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator and Chipco Florel Brand PRO Plant 

Regulator, Reg. No. 264-267, is adequate. 

2. product chemistry data requirements pertaining to series 63 

for both products, summarized in the table below, is adequate. 

3. The submitted product's label for Ethrel Brand Ethephon Plant 

Regulator, Reg. No. 264-267, EPA received. 1/23/96, is 

acceptable. 

4. The submitted product f s label for Chipco Florel Brand PRO 

Plant Regulator, Reg. No. 264-267, EPA received 1/23/96, is 

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unacceptable. To qualify for an alternate formulation as per 

the regulation of 40CFR§152.43(3) , the label text of the 

al ternate formulation, should be identical to that of the 

basic formulation, Ethrel Brand Ethephon Plant Regulator, Reg. 

No. 264-267. The appliqant should be advised to seek a 

different registration number for the alternate formulation. 

S. The submitted product's CSF, a basic formulation, dated 

12/19/95 is acceptable. 

6. Acceptance of the alternate formulation, Reg. No. 264-267, CSF 

dated 12/19/95, is contingent upon resolving Finding 4 above. 

7. All ingredients in both 

pesticide formulations . 

IIl!COIOOlI!!)l\TIOI!8 : 

formulations are cleared for use in 

1. We have no obj ections to reregister the end-use product Ethrel 

Brand Ethephon Plant Regulator, Reg. No. 264-267. 

2. We object to reregistering the end-use product Chipco Florel 

Brand PRO Plant Regulator, Reg. No. 264-267 pending resolution 

of Findings 4 & 6 above . 

7S05WIRDIRSBIPCRSICS-1:6S0IS.Kal.kII1/o3/96:103~30a-83921<264-261>. 

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SUMM.d.RY OF PRODUCT CHEMISTRY DATA. REQUiREM.ENTS OF SERIES 63 

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES. HRID No. 439205-06 

GUIDELINE VALUE OR QUALITATIVE DESCRIPTION 

REFERENCE NO/TITLE 

63-2 Color Water clear 

63-3 Physical State F",e flowing liquid. 

63-4 Odor NA 

63-7 Density. Bulk Density. 1./062 

or SpecifIC Gravity 

63-/2 pH /.92 

63-/4 Oxidizing Or Does not contain oxidizing or reducing agents. 

Reducing Action 

63-/5 Flammability/Flame NA 

Extension 

63-16 Explodability Does not contain any explosive moten'als 

63-I7 Storage Stability Stable for a period of 5 years. 

63-/8 Viscosity 1.6584 cSt 

63-19 Miscibility (With NA 

hydrocarbon 

Solvents) 

63-20 Corrosion Non cOlTOsive to stainless steel or plastic. Slight cOTTOsion 

Characteristics to mild Sleel and aluminum. 

63-2/ Dielectric Breakdown NA 

Voltage (EP only). 

ee: Semi Matak and Centrat Fite (Reg. MO. 264-267). 750SW:RD:RSB:PCRS:CS-l:650:S.Malak:ll/05/96:103-308-8392:<264 -267~. 

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Correspondence No. GSP/ethX149 

April 22. 1997 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

Document Processing Desk (H7504C) 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, V A 22202 

Attn: Ms. Cynthia Giles Parker (PM Nu. 22), 

RE: EPA Reg. No. 264·267 CHIPCO® fLOREL® brand PRO Plam RegulatorNotification of Alternate brand name :Ind withdrawal of prior Confldcnti.1i Statement 

of Formula. 

Copy: Ms. Wanda Daughtry"') ij ',' 

Ms. Judy Loranger 

Dear Ms. Giles - Parker, 

In a correspondence from Linda Propst (February 25.1997). Rhone Poulenc was 

infonned that a product chemistry review found the CSF for 264-267 CHIPCO® 

FLOREL® brand PRO Plant RC,b'1liatctr unacceptable. 1n reviewing the submitted 

infonnation, Rhone Poulenc has concluded that 264-267 CHIPCO® FLOREL® 

brand PRO Plant Regulator shOldd have becn s11hmincd as an ahernate brand namc, 

(rather than as a basic formulation), bearing the same registration number as 

ETHREL® br.md Ethephon Phmt Reg.ulator , 

PCT copy of this letter Rhone Poolenc requests that the CSF in question be 

cancelled/withdrawn (sec attached copy), In addition, I have attached a copy of form 

8570-1 which notifies lhe Agency of the alternate brand lwme status of CH1PCO@) 

FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regulator. Rhone POl1lenc understands that in order for 

CHIPCO® FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regtllator to be nsed as an alternate brand 

name, the label content must be identical to the label content of ETHREL® brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator. • ••• 

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If yOIl have :tny questions cnnccming this matter. I can be reached at 919-549-2687, • •• • •• • • •• 

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Explanation: 

Notification of Alternate Brand Name per PR Notice 95-2. 

This notification is consistent with the provisions of PR Notice 95-2 and EPA 

regulations at 40 CFR 152.46, and no other changes have been made to the labeling 

or the confidential statement of fonmula 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 tenms of PR Notice 

95-2 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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Correspondence No. GSP/eth/049 

April 22, 1997 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

Document Processing Desk (H7504C) 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202 

Ann: Ms. Cynthia Giles Parker (PM No. 22), 

RE: EPA Reg. No. 264-267 CHIPCO® FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regulator -

Notification of Alternate brand name and withdrawal of prior Confidential Statement 

of Formula. 

Copy: Ms. Wanda Daughtry 73,"U :n.) 

Ms. Judy Loranger 

Dear Ms. Giles - Parker, 

In a correspondence from Linda Propst (February 25,1997), Rhone Poulenc was 

informed that a product chemistry review found the CSF for 264-267 CHIPCO® 

FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regulator unacceptable. In reviewing the submitted 

information, Rhone Poulenc has concluded that 264-267 CH1PCO® FLOREL® 

brand PRO Plant Regulator should have been submitted as an alternate brand name, 

(rather than as a basic Cannulation), bearing the same registration number as 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator . 

Per copy of this letter Rhone Poulenc requests that the CSF in question be 

cancelled/withdrawn (see attached copy). In addition, I have attached a copy of form 

8570-1 which notifies the Agency of the alternate brand name status of CHIPCO® 

FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regulator. Rhone Poulenc understands that in order for 

CHJPCO® FLOREL® brand PRO Plant Regulator to be used as an alternate brand 

name, the label content must be identical to the label content of ETHREL® brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator. • ••• 

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If you have any questions concerning this matter, I can be reached at 919-549-2687 .• 

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'Glll<1';;~~'l1: Ph.D. 

Registration Manager 

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Notification of Alternate Brand Name per PR Notica 95-2. 

This notification i$ consistent with the provisions of PR Notica 95-2 and EPA. 

regulations at 40 CFR 152.46, and no other changes have been made to the labeling 

or the cOnfidential statement of formula oflhis 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 Notica 

95-2 and 40 CFR 152.46, this product may be in violation of FIFRA and I may be 

subject to enforcament action and penalties under sections 12 and 14 of FIFRA . 

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UNliED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

California Department of Pesticide Regulation 

Attn: Susan McCarthy 

830 K Street 

Sacramento, CA 95814-3510 

OFfiCE OF 

PREVENTION. PEsnCIOESANO 

TOXIC SU8STANCES 

SEP 26 2000 

'. Dear Ms. McCarthy: 

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Subject: EPA Registration No. 264-267 

Ethrel brand Ethephon Plant Regulator and 

Proxy 

This letter will confirm our conversation on September 25, 2000. The product referenced 

above has two acceptable labels under the conditions of "split" labeling. The labels for the 

following brand names are currently valid for this registration: 

Etbrel brand Etbephon Plant Regulator for conunercial or agricultural use. The label was 

accepted and stamped November 8, 1999. 

Proxy for commercial use only on Turf. The label was accepted and stamped August 7, 2000. 

If you have any questions concerning this product please contact me at 703 305 w 7546. 

w e- Daniel C. Kenny 

Acting Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division 

ee: Richard M. Gorrett, Aventis Environmental Sehienee USA LP, 95 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Montvale, NJ 07645 

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Aventis 

September 14, 2000 EPAOORMG0914 

Attn: Daniel Kenny - Team 22 

Document Processing Desk 

Herbicide Programs (RD) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

u.s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

Washington, DC 20460 

Certified Mail 

Subiect: EthrelelProxy· (ethephon) Plant Growth Regulator: letter to California 

Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) 

Product Ethrel (EPA Reg. No. 264-267) and Proxy (EPA Reg. No. 264-267-432) 

Oe.r Mr. Kenny: 

Department of 

In reference to Our recent telephone conver~ations. Aventis Environmental Science is requesting that the EPA send 

to the CDPR (Attn: Ms. Susan McCarthy) an explanation for the Ethrel\Proxy split labels. Proxy contains the uses 

for reduced mowing and seed head suppression in turfgrass. AES has petitioned CDPR for a turf registlation of 

Proxy (same as the EPA label) for use in the state. COPR is not sure of the validity of the split label concept for 

Proxy. A letter of explanation to CDPR that explains the split label concept and that the Ethrel and Proxy labels 

are I,gitimate labels would be much appreciated. 

Thank you in advance for your help. and if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me at (201) 307-

.• 3376 or email meatmike.gorrell@aventis.com. 

Sincerely. 

;:l;-t.;/-<.(I J~v-u.Qj( 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager. Registrations 

Aventis Environmental Science USA lp· 95 Chestnut Ridge Road· Montvale, Nl 01645 - www.a:ventis.com 

Telephone (201) 307·9700' ~.x; (201) 307·33B4 

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Richard M. Gorrell 

Aventis Environmental Science 

9S Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

AUG 7 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Subject: Ethrel® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator/Proxy@) 

EPA Registration Number 264~267 

The label amendment dated June 12, 2000 that contains 

The addition of the "Pea annua Seedhead Suppression" 

Section to the "Directions for Use" 

Dear Mr. Gorrell, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. The other version of the amended 

label that was submitted for the sUbject product on the same date 

contains the same amendments as the accepted amended version of 

the label except that it does not contain the "Poa anIlUa Seedhead 

Suppression" section in the "Directions for Use", so the accepted 

amended version of the label is considered the most recent 

version of the label {supersedes the other version of the label}. 

Submit one copy of your final printed labeling before you release 

the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

Cynthia L. Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Divisioll (7S05C) 

Label stamped "Accepted" 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroethyJ)phosphonic acid]- ....... , ................... , .......................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267-432 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i usted no entJendo la etlqueta, busque a alguion para que so ta exptique a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the tabet, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Cat! 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334~7577 

.For PRODUCT USE Information CaJl1..aOO-334-9745 

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The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this labeL Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF tN EYES; Hold eye open and rinse slowly and genUy 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 SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless told by a pOison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15·20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred . 

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Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutraliZe it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous membranes . •••• 

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•••• • •• Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and tong pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus ~ks'"and protective 

eyewear. : •• :.: • 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated:~~~ J~s proi~et.coocentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaningfmaintaining PPE. If no such instructiOl\s.ftlr washi'bles. use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. ••••• • •••• : 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the [oilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately jf pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash [he outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nol contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or [0 intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do nol contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as [his product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

[MPORTANT: Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the [abel. 

Do not exceed [he rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE e [t is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its [abeling. 

Do not apply [his product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either direclly or through drift, Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during applica[ion. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire [abel before using [his product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTlC[DE D[SPOSAL 

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

CONTA[NER D[SPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). 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 buming. [f burned, slay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

e=or local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Avenlls Environmenta[ Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT M[X PROXV® W[TH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT [N FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do nor allow mixed solution to stand ovemight. 

Do not use PROXY® with addilives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray eqUipment. 

[MMEDIATELY R[NSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® [S CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEAN[NG 

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· .. " . Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage ~e~eplaslics, certain paints, and 

metals, ~ • :... • 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and waterw];']n one hou·r after exposure , .. .. to spray deposIts. • •• 

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TURF 

Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected. 

Pca annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 flozJ1000 fi2) will 

provide suppression of Pea annua and white clover seed heads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified In the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Poa annua or 

While Clover sites may be made al a 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass GroWth RegulatIon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz./1000 ft2 0.5-4.0 gals/1000 ft2 

and Po. annua and White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Seedhead Suppresston: including Bentgrass (Fahway cut), 

ApplY to actively growing turf. It Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7·10 days 'or Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PRoxY® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• . Kentucky Bluegrass·7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass·7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

• BentgraSS-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

• Apply onty to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXV® is not necessary. 

. ' PROxY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain painls and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of California. 

Test tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufaclurer warrants (a) thaI this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) Ihallhis product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes sel forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance wilh such directions; and (e) lhat lhe directions, 

wamings and olher slalements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable lests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in aU states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATiVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY DR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS DR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 DR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT DR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, DR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER DR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

_purChase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

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Aventls Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvate, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of AvenUs Environmental Science 

PROXY€! (MASTER) Approved t ff8J99 

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Aventis Environmental Science 

June 12, 2000 

Attn: Cynthia L. Giles-Parker - PM Team 22 

Document Processing Desk (NOTlf) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504Q 

us Environmental Protection Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

Washington, DC 20460 

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EPAOORMG002 

Certified Mail 

• Subject: Proxy· (ethephon) Plant Growth Regulator label Amendment: Addition of Poa Annua and 

White Clover Seed head Suppression to the Turf Recommendation Section, 

Five Copies of the Revised labeling 

Dear Ms. Parker: 

Application Form 

latest EPA Stamped Approved label with Cover letter and Additional Changes through 

Notification 

Enclosed is an Application for Amended Registration and five copies of the revised labeling for Proxy' (EPA Reg. 

264~267~ The label revision inclUdes the addition of Poa annuo and white clover seedl1ead suppression to 

the Turf Recommendation Section, The use rates and application information remain the same as for turfgrasses. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (201) 307-3376 or email me at 

"m ·[ke.gorrell@aventis.com. 

Sincerely, 

/J;~Jkd! Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Registrations 

Encl. 

Cc: Joe Conti 

Jim Fetter 

George Raymond 

Curtis Orrben 

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aEPA United Stntes 

Environmental Protection Agency 

Washington, OC 20460 

Fnn nMR No. Z070""'60. 

~ Registration 

Amendment 

Other 

Application for Pesticide - Section I 

opp klontifior Number 

I. Company/Product Number 2. EPA Pr<XIuct MlmoDor 

:r n 1-." (Jh 7. U ,'''' 

3, Proposed Clo,sification 

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4, compunV/~c;)yr ® PM. o Nona D Restricted 

5. NamC' and Addreso of Applicant [inc/udo liP Code) 

/? ttt '11 is (! 1'\ 1I/l"tJM. "'" -C Vi fo.l r; c / e VI <- f' 

:7"-CI,«71'\,,-T l,d9t' J!,!, 

6, Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFAA Section 3(c)(3) 

(b){iJ, my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

to: 

/h u n IVA Ie t /\,.q- 07 6 tf~ EPA Reg. No .. _________ ~ _______ ~_ 

o Chock if this ($ lJ new address Product Name 

Section - /I 

All'londmont . Explain bulow. o Final printed labuls in ro~ponso to 

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A{loncy lottor datad ~ ___ ~~_ ~_._ ... ~~ ________ _ 

"M,", Too~ AppliC<l\lon. 

Notilicatioll' Expluin bolow, Olhar - Explain below. 

Explanation: UStI tlddilionm pagole) if nOCC1\llilly. (for Mclion I !:Inci SeClion 11.) 

Lf.bll!/ rLP;~('cM- ,4jJr'::'r; ~ c:t1\>\(.A.A 01-_ ... \ wt...Ii--( CJavev- ~.l..,<[jt..~(.,.l5'-<./III' .... t;S;CM ro+(.....~ 

Iv...'t"-r r-e.Co1'Yl_ ........ /4 '~CY'l JeCTf(.) ....... 

1, Material Thi, Producl Will S. Pockoged In: 

Child· Resistant Packaging 

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No 

A....tification must '1f:';~bmitted 

Unit Packaging 

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No 

If ~Yes' No. per 

Unit Packaging wgt. containor 

Section - III 

Water Solubl!l Packaging 

D y" D N, 

II ~Yeli~ 

Package W{jl 

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No. por 

containat 

2. Type o( Container 

§ M"'" Plastic 

Glass 

Papar 

Othu (Specilyl _____ ~ __ _ 

3. location 01 Net Content$ Informotion 4. Srlo(si ROlail Container 5. locatioll of labe! Direction$ 

o l""'" o Contain~r E3 On label 

On labol1ng accompanying product 

6. Mannor in Which labal i$ Affixed to Product I-- Uthogrnph L-. Pupor glued 

I Stencil~d 

Section - IV 

o Other 

1. Contact Point • (Comp/eIG items directly below for identification of individual to b/J C<Jntncted, if I1f1Cf1$Sary, to process tills applil1f1f;'n.J 

Nama 

Certification • • 

•••••• I certify that tiro utatoments I have rnada on this form ond 011 attochmonts thoroto aro true, IIccurato and com,lot~ 

I acknowlodga that any knowingly falu or mil,locding statoment may be punishable by lino or imprisonment or·· 

both undor eppliceblo low. ..: ••• 

2. Signatuto 3. Titlo 

~/~",~~~,~pJ~ __________ ~~~~~_._~_A~~e_~-L __ ~ __ <f~{~~_I_~_'_T_,_:_"_, __ , 4. Typad Nemo 5.08tO 

a':~'te ·Appliclltion 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE and INSTRUCTIONS 

PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE: public rOPo.rting burdon for this collection of informotion til ostimat&<! to avorago 0.85 hour pijr 

rnponsa, including tim<t for r<tvillwing instructions, searchillg axi:l-ting data sourcas, gothoring and maintaining tha data noodod, and oomploting end 

ro.viawing tho colloctio11 of informatlo.n. Send commonts regtHding tho burden ilstimata or any othar Upact of th!, colloctlon of information, including 

lIuggostlons for reducing thill burdon, to Chiof, Informutlon poncy BfI~nch, (2136), U.S. Environmental Protoction Agonoy, 401 M Strollt, SIN, 

INlishington, DC 20460. 

INSTRUCTIONS; This form Is to ba up<X! for ell applications for now raw:Watlon, and uso raragistratio.n, amondment, rosubmiuion, to appliGations 

for notificatio.ns, finnl print<X! fobaling, raraijistrotion, otc. In ordor to procass an llpplicat!on for a no.w rogistretion $ubmittod o.n thi:; form, tho 

following matorial must occompany tho oppliclltion: 

1. Cortificatlon with Ro'pect to Citotion of Dalo IEPA Form 8570-291. [If not oXo.mptod by 40 CFR 152.81 Ib) (4)1; 

2. ConffdGntiDl Statoment of Formule IEPA Form 8570.4); 

3. FormUlator'1I Exemption Stotemllnt fEf>A Fo.rm 8570.27); 

4, Fivo copies of draft labeling; 

5. ThfOO co.pies of any data iliubmittod; 

6. Autho.rization latter whero applicablo; 

7. Matricot= whoro epplicabla. 

$ubmllllll.lcn of Laboling· Labeling should first be liubmittod In tho fo.rm of droft lubels with 011 applicotions fo.r nilW ragistration. Such draft lubols may 130 

in thc form of typed Io.bol taxt on 8.5 x 11 lnch pOPo.r for submission Or a mookup of the proposild Illbol. If preparad for mockup, it should bo 

oonstructed in /J way a$ to lacilitate lIItorag<t ill an a.5 x 11 Incll fila. Mo.ckup lubQl1I' signifiMntly smallor than a.5 x 11 incho.s ohould ba mount<X! on a.s 

x 11 inch papor for SUbmission. 

SUbmhu:fon of Data· Oatil submitted in suppcrt of this application must be $ubmittod in accordance with PR Notice 86·5. 

SPECIFIC 

action, listod 

INSTRUCTIONS: 

in Block A, for which 

Please 

you me 

rlwd 

submitting 

tlla instructiollll 

thill opplictltio.n. 

li;,:tad below 

For o.PpliClltio.M 

bofore co.mpleting 

submitted 

this 

in 

o.pplicntion. 

connuction 

First 

With 

dotormino 

New Registration 

th1l' typo 

actions, 

of ragistrntion 

$oclions • 

I, III, and IV mu~t be co.mplated by lho oppliceot. For upplications ~ubmittod In connoct[on with o.mended rnragistnltion actions, ra$ubmission$, 

notifioation!'!<, rorogistrations, otc .. 511ctions I, II, and IV must bl) compluted by tho. applicunt. 

Block A - Check the tlpprOprialll action for which you aro ~ubmilling thi~ form. 

SECTION!· Thi$ 111I'ctJon must b1l' co.mploted, os applicllble, for nil registration (lction,. 

1. CompllnyfProduet Numbor ~ Insert your Compllny NUmbor, if ono ho.G- b01l'n aSlIignod by EPA. Thill number m3Y hoVo. been 3ssigned to you as a 

boeic registrant, 0 distributor, or 311 an ostablishmenl, If your product is ragistered, insert tha ProdUct Numbor. 

2. EPA Product Manag{ir - If khOwn, lillin tho n3m. and pM numhor of the EPA Product Meheg!!r. 

3. Propta.d ch~GIllf1clltion· Specify the propolled tlauification of this proouct. 

4. Product Nom. - Entor tile campillte product namo of this pellticide us it willllppeor on tho 100bo.I. The nama must b. sPo.c1fio to this product only. 

Duplication of names ill not permitted o.mong products of th" SOffiO company. 00 not includll any brand nama or company line dosignolioon. 

5. Nome lind Add' .... 01 Applicant - TI1II numO) of tho firm or parson and addro.u shown in your llpplicatlo.n is thll pllrllon or firm to whom tho 

rogistrallon will bo hlsu<X!. If you IIro. acting in bohalf of another perty, you mUst submit oUlhorizlltion from thut party to act for thom in rogilltration 

mutters, An app~cant not ralliding in tho Unitod Statu mUllt havo en IlUlhorizod 1l9,:mt retiding in tllo United Stll"'5 to Gct for thanl in all 

rogistretion nlllttors. The n&mll end complete mOiling nddreu of SUCll an aoent mu;;t IIccomp<lnr this IIpplication. 

6. EXpoditod R.view . FIFRA section 3 !c) 3 !S) provides for expeditod reviow of epplicutions for registration, or amlindmllnts to existing regishoti. 

that aro similM or ido.nticDl to other pOllticlde pr<Jducts t)l!lt tiro cummdy rogiS\Cflld with the EPA. In order lor your IIPplictltion to bo aligible for 

o)(padited roview, you must provide UII with tho EPA Registri'ltion ~Jumbllf and product namo o.f the prodUct you boii.vo ill lIimilar to or !riDnticnl to 

your product. The product must be lIirrulo.r or identicm in bOlh formUlation and labeied us.s, 

SECTION II - Tllh" section must be oampliH<rd for oil appticotions lIubmltlad to 0lntl!1d the ragistrntion only of e currently roijistar;w:i preduct 

IAmandmentl, for U f(H;ubmission in rnponso to an Agency lotter, for notillcation!iO to the Agrmcy. for lhe SUbmission of flnm printoo labeling. fo.r 

rOfllgistralion and fo.r IIny oth,r cctlon that pOflaih$ to 1'1 ;lP!,!<;ific EPA·rogisterod produQt. Thh~ '!)o.tion is.!l:ll 12 ti used for a now IIpplicetion for 

regilaration. 

1. Subjllct of cubmiuion • Chock tho applicable block and provido tho Agency lottM dnta if approprillto. Provide a brlof explallatlon of the purp05el~1 

for tho submission, such 8S "tho addition of II site, pest or crop tspecify)W; "amend tho Confidential Stotement of Formula by ... ft; ftroregistralion 

submi:s$ion~,.lge~e.-:lllebel mvi9ion of usc dlrcctio.n!i," Attactl a separate pogo if addition III space Is neilded • •••• 

SECTION III (ptIt*.fII\ting and Conteinor Informntion) - This Section must ba completed for nil appliCations submitted In connllction wilh MW 

•• • registration or 1lP'fllicdb+o amolmmo.nts. 

1. Type of Packc.gif'ig· Cho.ck .m.dI;lP!opriate block if your product will be pack(lged in thll indicetcd pockaging typas. 

Indieat<1l the sbe of.wo indh':dJel p:ckats ond Ilumber par rotail contoln"r. 

2. Typ. of R.taft ~~t';'&r ·1~.wplI of contllin!!f in which product will bu mo.rk<ttod. 

3. Locotlon of N#t Cogt.ntc ·l'flgJ;cAto tho lo<:otlon of the not contllnts information for your product. 

4. Sinj,) of R.O'»~fainllr - S,p;,il" tho net contunts of an rotuil oonll'linllfs for yo.ur product. 

S. Location of U",o Direction. "'Indit:oto the Io.cation of tho uso direclions for yo.ur product. 

6. Menner in Wllich labol is effl)(~di.~ product. Indicatad tho matflOd product IIlb61 is attachod to rotan contmMr • •••• • • 

SECTIQN IV !CMt~~t POint) - This Silction muzt be completed for all application. for Reijistration actions, i,e .• now products raulstmtion. 

rOllubmission, Wmtt~t'Oo:'".rorogi!ltration, otc • 

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5. EPA US" Only. 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

General label revisions: 

• Submission of Label amendment to add Poa annua and White Clover Seed head Suppression to 

the Turf recommendation section (see label with highlighted wording in the turf section). 

• Five copies of amended label 

• Application form 

• Latest EPA stamped approved label with cover leiter and notification changes . 

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PROXY® 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2..chforoelhyl)phosphonic acid]- ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264.267-432 EPA Est. No. 264·PA.o1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no entiende la eUqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en deta!le. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Oay 1-800*334*7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call1-800~334·9745 

At,The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Slates and foreign patents including U.S. 

W'Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

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 SWALLOWED: Cal! a pOison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

tF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated ctothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15*20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF tNHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 91 t or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICtAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred. 

C ictims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

. ulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety g09gles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. 00 

not get in eyes or on ctothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous memb.rilnes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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eyewear. : .: ••• 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated wit~.Uli.s proc¢Jcr £Q~centrate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaningfmaintaining PPE. If no such instructio":iicfr washables,.use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. • ••• , ••••• : 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before ealing, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change inlo clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove P?E immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 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 nol contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant iniury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the [abe!. 

Do not exceed the rate ofPROXY@peracreperyearrecommended on this [abel. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE _ [t [s a vlo[ation of Federa[ Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its [abeling. 

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 regu[atlons. Read entire [abel before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTIC[DE D[SPOSAl 

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

CONTAINER D[SPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

or if allowed by state and loca[ authorities, by buming. [fbumed, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION _or loca[ recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

.... rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PRoxY® W[TH AMMONIUM TH[OSULFATE. SUCH TANK M[XTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMAT[ON OF TOX[C 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUtPMENT CLEAN[NG 

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TURF 

Growth Rogulator: An application of PROXy<1$) slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of dippings collected. 

Pos annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf. at the labeled role (5 f1ozJ1000 ft2) will 

provide suppression of Poa annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified In the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Poa annU8 or 

White Clover sites may be made at a 6~7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on Ihe label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

T!,!rfgrass Growth Begula110n Fairways. Roughs and 5 fl. QzJ tODD fl2 0.5-4.0 9als/1000 ft2 

and Poa annua and WhIte Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Seedhead Suppresslpn: including Bentgrass (Fairway cut), 

Apply to actively growing turf. It Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7-10 days for Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act . • Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TalUFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use limItations: 

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Do not allow entry to trealed areas until sprayS have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage, PROXY® is foHarly absorbed, 

Apply only to actively growing turf. under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray depOsits will damage acrylic plastics, certain painls and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and waterwllhin one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of Califomia, 

Test tankmixes with other products on a sman area before using widely, 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) thaI the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory an'lmals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties Of in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

.urchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent goveming this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvate, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Aventis Environmental Science 

PROXY® (MASTER) Approved 11/8/99 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2--ch!oroethy!)phosphonic acidj* ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: .......................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no ent/ondo ta ettqueta, busque a atguten para quo so !a expttque a usted en detatte. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800~334~7577 

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For PRODUCT USE Information Cal! 1-800~334~9745 

The use of this product for a variety of ptant growth regulation uses is covered by United Siaies and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4.240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United Siaies or for any use not coniemplated 

by this label. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

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 SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told by a poison conlrol center or doclor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for t5·20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, catt 9t1 or ambulance, and then 9ive artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doclor for further trealment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicale the use of gastric lavage. No specifiC antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symploms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred. 

e::;ictims 01 severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforalion. This malerial is an acid, butlhe use of alkaline subs lances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed Ihrougll skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on Clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this produci will irritate mucous membranes . 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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Applicalors and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long panls, waterproof gloves, shoes plus · 9OCKs.and ., protective 

eyewear. ~ •• :.: • 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated"wilh t~is proZitJ,t ~Qncentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's inslructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instrucrtGrrs·b washabTes, use delergenl 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from olher laundry. •• • •• : .. .... .... • • ••••• • 

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Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if peslicide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this produc\. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not contaminate water used for irrigation or domeslic purposes. 00 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 when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift 10 nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

~ ."" tMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXy""' through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

00 not exceed the rate orPROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is <Ii violation of Federat Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

00 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 regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

00 not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DtSPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose oj in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

or if allowed by slate and local authorities, by burning. If burned. stay out of smoke . 

• GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall for his experience with Ihis product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS .... R~hl2--P'otJ~L Ptj CO~f~'\.ylf 

"' 00 NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

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Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

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IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPilLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS'PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage uJtAic.plastics. certain paints. and 

metals. : .: ••• 

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TURF 

" Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of cfippings collected. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-? wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TalVFine Fescue-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

StTES 

Fairways, Roughs and 

Commercial Turfgrasses, 

including Bentgrass (Fairway cui), 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

Ryegrass. Tall & Fine Fescue 

00 not allow entry to trealed areas until sprays have dried. 

RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

5 fl. QZ.ftOOO f12 0.5-4.0 gals/i0DO ft2 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. '* PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

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PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure 10 spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure deposIts, 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manuracturer warrants (a) thai this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set rorth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) thai the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and or residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on atl 

varieties or in atl slates or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FDR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECnONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. e NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of thiS material does nol confer any righls under palenl governing Ihis product or the use thereor in counlrles oUlside of Ihe 

United States 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Nick Somma 

Rh6ne-Poulenc Ag Company 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

P.O. Box 12014 . 

NOV 8 1999 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

Subject: Ethrel® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator/Ci'f ,as ... J. 

EPA Registration Number 264-267 

Your label amendment dated October 18, 1999 

Dear Mr. Somma, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

labeling before you release the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

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• •• product Manager (22) ... Fungicide Branch : .• :.: . 

Registration Divii~"n: (75~'5~:)o 

Label stamped "Acceptedtl 

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.• HIPCO® brand PROX'r 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic acidJ· ....................................................................... 21.7% 

INERTINGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 7B.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 EPA Est. No_ 264-PAo01 

Si usled no enli;;;C;e 

(If you 

For PRODUCT USE Information Cal! 1-800-334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Palent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Liability (or palent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the UnIted Slates. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

rmmmv 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ,\-.,,-. • •• • • •••• 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, ~r;..8 sock. ... hnd protective 

eyewear. . :. ••• y ••••• ...... .. .... Discard dothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated wUtfQ1ft-","oducts.cOftc,mtrate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such Instructi0'l'i n.wash~1J.te detergent 

and hot water, Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. •• ••• • • ••• 

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User Safety Recommendations 

should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and chango into 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 00 not apply directly to water. or to areas where surface waler Is 

present or 10 intertidal areas below the mean high wat~r marX. Do not conlaminale water when disposing of equipm~nt washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product will cause mOdifications In plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply CH1PCO® brand PROXV® through any type ofirrigation system. 

Do not use this pfC!duct for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed !he rale of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE • It Is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with Ita 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 fesponsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product .• 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

Do not contaminate water, food. or feed by storage and disposal. 

DISPOSAL 

e:~:;~Ii;;~from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

T. DISPOSAL 

. Then offer for 

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or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of In a sanitary landfill or by Incineration, 

If out of 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

_ tocal recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

fall conditions consult RhOne-Poulenc Ag Company Representative for his experience with this product In your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX CHIPCO® brand PROX)'®IMTH AMMONIUM THIOSULfATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION 

Of TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow miked soluilon to stand overnlght. 

Do not use CHIPCO® brand PROXV®wlth additives olher than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment.· 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS IMTH PLENTY OF WATER AS CHIPCO® brond PROX)'® IS CORROSIVE. • ••• 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING .. .... , ....' 

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Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposIts will damage acryl1c pI8stics"~itJ paints. and 

metals. •••••• • •••• 

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An application of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways. Roughs and 5 n. ozJ10oo tt2 Apply to actively growing lurf. It 0.5-4.0 g.I"I000 n2 Commercial Turfgrasses, will require 7M 10 days for 

including Bentgrass (Fairway cui), CHIPCO® brand PROXy®' to act 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial ReapplieaJion intervals: 

Ryegr8ss. Tall 8. FIne Fescue 

Kentucky Bluegrass-? wks. 

Perennial Ryegrss&--7 wits. 

Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Benlgrass-4 wks . 

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• Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For besl results. apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water 10 provide uniform coverage. CHIPCO®brand PROX~ is foliarty 

absorbed. 

• Apply only to actively growing turf. under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soli conditions, drought. disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaderS/slickers with CHIPCO® brand PROXY«! is not necessary • 

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CHIPCO® brand PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastiCG, certain 

paints and metals. Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within 

one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

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" LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

~manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

Ythe purposes set forth in the directions for use when it 'IS used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions. 

warnings and elher statements on this label are based upon responsible exper1s' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness. of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in an slates Of under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTENO TO, ANO THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY ANO ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE IMlICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER IMlICH IS INCONSISTENT "1TH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY ANO 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. Vvt-IETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT. NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHER-MSE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT "1TH RESPECT TO IMlICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL. INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

..,OOUCT. 

'llR'OTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

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Rh6ne·Poulen.e Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2. T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 aCO and PROXY are registered trademarks of RhOne--Poulenc. 

.COO brand PROXY® (PENDING) SubmUied 1011fi!99. 

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PESTICIDE REGISTRATION ACTION TRACKING SYSTEM (PRATS) CODING FORM 

BAR CODE: SS''P:2.QOljID NUMBER: 1, 6'-1 ~2.(;7 ACTION CODE: 300 

PM: 22 REVIEWER: g~z.tAil(\ DUE DATE: "'! / 2../ / '2.000 

DATE ON APPLICATION: G / 1:2. / 2000 

EPA RECEIVED DATE: 6' / -:2.3/ "2.0100 

PM RECEIVED DATE: 7/ 7 / :2.000 

APPLICANT: ftve",i.s 

CHEM CODE (1): 

CHEM CODE (2) : ________ __ CHEM: ____________________________ _ 

HED: 

OREB ____ __ 

EFED: 10 __ _ EEB, ____ __ EFGWB ____ __ ERCB ____ __ 

BEAD: ACB, ____ __ BAB ____ __ EAB ____ __ 

RSB: PCRS, ____ __ PRS, _____ _ PCS ____ __ 

PM Team: Carl ____ __ Paul _____ _ Vern ____ __ Bill --- FINAL ACTION: RESPONSE CODE: _______ RESPONSE DATE: __ / __ / __ 

75-DAY RESPONSE: YES NO MOS: (1) CITE ALL 

CRP: YES NO (4) NOT APPLICABLE 

RESTRICTED USE: YES NO (8) SELECTIVE 

EXCLUSIVE USE: YES NO 

MANUFACTURING USE: YES NO 

CONDITIONAL REGISTRATION/UNCONDITIONAL REGISTRATION 

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Aventis Environmental Science 

June 12, 2000 

Attn: Cynthia L Giles-Parker - PM Team 22 

Document Processing Desk (NOTIF) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

u.s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

Washington, 0(20460 

Aventis 

EPAOORMG001 

Certified Mail 

• Subject: Proxy· (ethephon) Plant Growth Regulator Final Print Label and Notification of Brand 

Name Change and Use of Aventis Environmental Science Company Name and Sub* 

registration Number (264-267-432). 

Dear Ms. Parker: 

As instructed'rn your November 8, 1999 letter approving the label amendments to the Proxy label, I am sending 

you a copy of the Proxy final print label. In addition, I am notifying the Agency of the following changes: 

• Brand name "Chipco brand Proxy" to "Proxy" 

• Addition of statement to the Turf section (use on turfgrass not registered in the State of California) 

• Use of Aventis Environmental Science company name and sub-registration number (264-267-432). 

These changes are highlighted on the enclosed final print label. Also, I have enclosed your November 8, 2000 

letter . 

• f you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (201) 307-3376 or email me at 

mike.gorreli@aventis.com. 

Sincerely, 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Registrations 

Encl. 

Cc: Joe Conti 

Jim Fetter 

George Raymond 

Cu rtis Orrben 

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Aventis Environmental Science 

June 12, 2000 

Attn: Cynthia L. Giles-Parker - PM Team 22 

Document Processing Desk (NOTIF) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

Washington, DC 20460 

EPAOORMG001 

Certified Mail 

• Subject: Proxy~ (ethephon) Plant Growth Regulator Final Print Label and Notification of Brand 

Name Change and Use of Aventts Environmental Science Company Name and Subregistration Number (264-267-432). 

Dear Ms. Parker: 

As instructed in your November 8,1999 letter approving the label amendments to the Proxy label, [ am sendhlg 

you a copy of the Proxy final print label. [n addition, I am notifying the Agency of the following changes: 

• Brand name "Chipco brand Proxy" to "Proxy" 

• Addition of statement to the Turf section (use on turfgrass not registered in the State of California) 

• Use of Aventis Environmental Science company name and sub-registration number (264-267-432). 

These changes are highlighted on the enclosed final print label. Also, I have enclosed your November 8, 2000 

letter. 

.f you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (201) 307-3376 or email me at 

mike.gorrell@aventis.com. 

Sincerely, 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Registrations 

Encl. 

Cc Joe Conti 

Jim Fetter 

George Raymond 

Curtis Orrben 

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Form At 

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Environmental Protection Agency 

Washington. DC 20460 § Registration 

Amendment 

Other 

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Application for Pesticide - Section I 

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3. Proposed Clo:lllificetion 

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5. Nomo and Addruss of Applicont llncJudtl ZIP Codul 6. Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(c)13} 

(bW), my product is similar Ot identical in composition and labeling 

to: 

p.VI!./f\rlc... {?I1Vfr-Q"" """~ ..... r~i S'Ciof!""C.~ 

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I conify that the stotllmant!!11 havo medo on thia form ond 011 attechmonts theroto ara truo, accurete and tomplot'. 

I acknowladge thot any knowingly fulsa or misloading stetomant may bo pUnishable by fino or imprisonmoM~": 

both undot applicablo lew. •• 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIDES 

ANO TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Nick Somma 

Rhone-Poulenc Ag Company 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

P.O. Box 12014 < 

NOV 8 1999 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

Subject: Ethrel® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator/qr'£ BS 

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EPA Registration Number 264-267 

Your label amendment dated October 18, 1999 

Dear Mr. Somma, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

labeling before you release the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

•••• • • Cynthia L. Giles-Parker .... 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch •••••• 

Registration Divi$io~ 

Label stamped "Accepted" 

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HIPCO® brand PROXY' 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon l(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic acidj· ......................................................................• 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 EPA Est. No. 264-PA'()1 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call1.s00·334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Stales and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries olher than the United Stales or for any use not oontemplated 

by this label. Liability for palen! infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) " -

_ ., ..Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, ~MIt IS socks-ond protective •• .' C'.-

eyewear. .' •• :-..... 

Discard dothing and other absorbent materials thaI have been drenched or heavily contaminated wittfQt§'to"oducft cMbentrate. Do 

not reuse Ihem. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions ft!t\yashaQ~.tJ.Se detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. .''::~.. _.-. 

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Safety Recommendations 

s ,110uld wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes, Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface waler is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high wat~r mark. Do nol contaminate water when disposing of equipm~nt washwaters, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby ClOpS as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: 00 not apply CHIPCO® brand PROXv«' through any type of irrigation system. 

Do nol use this pr~uct for purposes other than those nsted on Ihe label. 

00 nol exceed the rate ofCHIPCO® brand PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

• DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with Ita tabellng, 

Do not apply Ihis product in a way that wiD contacl workers or olher persons, either directly or Ihrough drift. Only prolected handlers 

may be in the area during appleation. For any requirements specific 10 your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pestiCide regulations. Read entire label before using this product .• 

STORAGE AND 

not contaminate waler, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

DISPOSAL 

resulllng from the use oflhis product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

TAII~ER DISPOSAL 

eq"ivalen'tj. Then or reconditioning or pu"ctu,e 'lnd dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by Incineration, 

~ENERAL INFORMATION .r local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of waler per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consull RhOne-PouiencAg Company Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX CHIPCO® brand PROXV® 'MTH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION 

OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do nol allow mixed solulion to stand overnight. 

Do not use CHIPCO® brand PROXV® wilh additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment.' 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS IMTH PLENTY OF WATER AS CHIPCO® b'and PROXV® IS CORROSIVE . ••••• 

eQUIPMENT CLEANING ~::::. 

Because of the acidic nature of Ihis product, prolonged exposure 10 spray deposils wm damage acrylic plastics, "ot~ paints, and 

metals. " •• ' 

Rinse Ihoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painled surfaces with a detergenl and waf' .... OCu,", ~, lone hour ater exposure 

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An application of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. czJ1 000 tt2 Apply to a.Clively growing lurt. II 0.5-4.0 galS/l000 n2 Commercial Turfgrasses. wit! reqUIre 7-10 days for 

including 8enlgrass (Fairway cut), CHIPCO® brand PROXV® to act. 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Reapplication intervals: 

Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

Kentucky 8luegrass-7 wks. 

Perennial Ryegrsss-7 wks. 

TallJFine Fescue",", wks. 

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For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume afwater 10 provide uniform coverage. CHIPCO® brand PROX~is follarty 

absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions. that is not going into a dormancy period. 00 not treat 

turlgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. drought, disease or insect damage. 

• 00 not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreadersistickers with CHIPCO® brand PROXV® is not necessary. 

e CHIPCO® brand PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits wilt damage acrylic plastics, certain 

paints and metatS. Rinse thOroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materiats and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within 

one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

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.. LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

"'manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) thaI this product is reasonably fit 

Yt'he purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directlons~ and (e) thal the directions 

warnings and other statements on Ihis laber" are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness. of 

lo>:icity to laboratory animals an9 to plants and of residUes and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in all stales or under aU conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE At{'( AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUOES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, At{'( AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE 'M-lICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THtS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER 'M-lICH IS INCONSISTENT WTH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS, 

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, w-IETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LlABllIiY IN TORT OR OTHER'MSE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE fOR, THE OUANTliY 

OF PRODUCT WTH RESPECT TO 'M-lICH OAMAGES ARE ClAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

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ABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

OOUCT, 

TICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof In countries outside of the 

United States 

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Rh6ne·Poulen.c AS Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

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PCO® brand PROXV® (PENDING) Submitted 10118199. 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

General label revisions: 

• Notification of brand name change from Chipco® brand Proxy® to Proxy®, Aventis Environmental 

Science Supplemental Registration number (264-267-432) and Statement added in the Turf 

section under Use Limitations: "Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of California". 

• Copy of Final Print Label for Proxy® and EPA Letter of (November 8,1999 EPA approved label 

amendments) and the changes through noflfication . 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2·chloroelhyl)phosphonic acidj" ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 76.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267-432 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si ustod no enHondo la etiqueta, busque a alguion para que so la expJique a usted en detallo. 

(If you do not understand the label. find someone to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencles ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1.-800-334-7577 

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For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Slates and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,8 19. No license is granted to use Ihis product in countries other than the United Slales or for any use not conlemplated 

by this label. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

tF tN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present after the firstS 

minutes then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not ioouce vomiting unless told by a pOison control center or doctor. 

tF ON SKtN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a pOison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

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Product may have occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous m~manes. 

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not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructl~ ItIr wast\ilbles" use detergent 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change Into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water marie Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than thOse listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

tt Is a viotatfon of Federat Law to use thIs product in a manner inconsistent with Its tabeling. 

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 regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DtSPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). 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 . 

• GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray eqUipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day, Do not allow mixed solution to stand ovemight. 

Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE, 

EQUtPMENT CLEANING 

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metals, • • :... • 

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TURF 

An application of PROXY® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of 

clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and Commercial 5 fl. oz.l10oo tt2 Apply to actively growing 0.5-4.0 9a1511000 rt2 

Turfgrasses, induding Bentgrass turf. It will require 7-10 days 

(Fairway CUI), Kentucky Bluegrass, for PROXY® to act. 

Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

Reapplication intervals: Fescue 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-? 

wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 

wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

. 8enlQrass-4 wks . 

Use limitatIons: 

Do not allow enlry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to aCliyely growing turi. under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

lurfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary. 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of California. 

eTest tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) thallhis product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such direcllons; and (C) that the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable lests of effectiveness, of 

toxiCity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nol been made on atl 

varieties, or in aH slates or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS All IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHAf:.ITABllITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTiCULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

lOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESUl TtNG FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHAll MANUFACTURER OR SElLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESUl TtNG FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

_ NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this malerial does nol confer any rights under palent goveming Ihis product or the use Ihereof in countries outside of the 

United Slates 

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Avontis EnvIronmental Science 

95 Chestnut RIdge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a regislered trademark of Aventis Environmenlal Science 

PROXY®(MASTER) Approved 11/8/99 

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Amendment 

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Wa$hington, DC 20460 

for Pesticide· Section I 

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3. PIOPOtlOO Classification 

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'5, Namf:l and Add/GGS of Applicant lfncfudo ZIP Cad{J/ 

p,ve-~r;'"", !?1111.""o"" yv.~"'I .. 1 S'c.t~""C~ 

r'el-.~'''''''',:'/C..iJ1"' i'!d, 

6. Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3/cH3) 

(bHiI. my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

to: 

)1-..0 _01<./" I "''{ t>7 6'f" EPA Reg. No. __________________ . __ 

D Check if this is 8 now addross , Name. 

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Amendmont· E.lIplain bolow. [2SJ Fin&! plinlod labols in rosponso to ~! c;. 

Aormcy IUtlOr dalod ~LL ~ r -rL"~ _________________ ~~.a 

Roaubmh~lIion in rosponlHl to Agoncy lotler dOled _~~ ___ ,___ D "Me Too~ Application. 

NolilicOl;on - Explain bolow. [j Othor· E.lIploin billow, 

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I certify thot tho ehltomontll I hovo made on this (aIm and all attachmants tholeta 010 truo, Ilccurate Ilnd ~w, •• I 

I ocknowledge thet any knowingly fnlso or misloading statoment may ba punishablo by fino 01 implisonmont 8r.. • • ,<l~"mp.dl 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE and INSTRUCTIONS 

PAPERWQRK REDUCTION ACT NQTICE: Public roportlng burden for thl; collection of informolion is ostimated to average 0.85 hour pur 

response, including timo for rlilviawing instructions, sO/llching o>;15ting data sourc!)s, gothering and mmntainlhg tho: data Mildad'. «nd comploting luld 

reviowing tl16 coliaction of informlltlon. Sand comments reglHding the burden oSlimoto or oily otllor aspect of this collection of information, including 

:::~;:~~:::':.for reducing this burd<ln, to Chief, Information Policy Bronch, (2136), U.S. EnvifOl'ltl16nlni PrOltlction Agoncv. 401 M Sltllot, SW, 

DC 20400. 

INSTRUCTIONS; This form i,l to be used for all application; for now rcg/strollon, end US!) rtHegistfotion, omornim(mt, ros-ubmissron, to applications 

for hotlficationn, final printed labeling, Itlrtlgistratlon, (\lC. In ordar to process an application for 0 new registration submittod on this form, tho 

following moterial must occompany tho application: 

1. Cortiflclltion with ROllpoct to Cit4tion of Data fEPA Form 8570·29). !If not exmnptrtd by 40 cm 152.81 101 14l!; 

2. Confidontlel Statomant of FormUla (EPA Form 8570·4); 

3. Formulator's: hemption Stotomont IEPA Form 8570-27); 

4. Fivo copi01il of draft lobclina; 

5. Threo ccpiall of nny dot. lIubmittod; 

6. Authoriz«tion lottor wh!l(e epplfcable; 

7. Mfltrlcoll whore oppflcoblo. 

IS'bm'''''~ of loboling· Lllbeling $hould first be submitted in the form of draft lebelll with till oppllcetionll for now reQlstrotion. Such draft labele moy be 

lin the form of typad labsl text on 8.5 x 11 inch paper for submi5:>ion or j) mockup of tho proposod IlIbel. II preparod for mockUp, It should be I""""",,,, In 0 wily lUI to facilitllts storago in on 8.5)( 11 inch file. Mockup labols Significantly small'H thtm 8.5 x 11 im;hllS $hould be mountod on 8.5 

''.: 1.' i.nc~ paper for 1.'ubml!lsion. 

,s,bm',,"oo of Data - Ooto submilt(ld In support of this application must be submitted in accordance with PR Notice 86·5. 

I I P!Ci!se roed tha instruetion~ ll$ted below befon) completing this opplication. First dU!lrmlno the type of r(lgistretion 

, 1l.!I~.~d In mock A, for which you IH(I submitting this npplication. For applications submitted In connection with Now Registration (lctlons, 50ctlons 

I, II~:. a·~ IV must be complatrtd by the epplicant. For UPIllic8tioM submitt6d in connection with amended r"registration !lctions, resubmbmons, 

1 i rorilgistratiom~, elc., Sections I, II, nnd IV must ho complated by tho upplieant . 

.Block A - Check thll appropriottl actlon for Wllich you arc 5ubmittlng this lorm. 

1~i£lcllIQl~ll. This slletion mUll-t be completed, as opplicabla, lor all regiMrotion uctions, 

1. ComplnylP'roduct Numbl1r -In~ert your Company Numbor, if one has been e&mgnrtd by EPA. Thi!) numbor filly have boon au$Jgnod to you !IS n 

basic rcghmant, II distributor, or I'HI en tlstllbli5hmilnt, If your product i$ reg,&hHed, insert the Product NUmb(H. 

2. EPA Product Menager • If known, fill in the nilmo alld PM numbllr of the EPA Product Menager. 

:. PropO$ed Clas,lflclltlon' Specify th(l propoliod dC!l~lfication of this product. 

". Produe1 Nllrne· Enter the complete product name 01 this pesticido os it will appear on the label. Tho name mu,t be specific to thill product only. 

Duplication of nam(l~ ill not permitted among products 01 the $ame company. Do 110t includa any brand nama or company line designt>tioM. 

5. Name lind Addrelis of Appllcent· The nomlt of tho firm or p~.H!lon and u:ddro.l!ls shown in your npplicotion is the pefl.on or firm to whcm the 

roQ1strution win bo issuod. If you arc acting In beonolf af another party, you mUllt ::ubmit 6'Jthorilation from that party to act for th~m in r&O'istration 

mattors. An applicant not fcalding in the United Stete$. mUllt haya Ilf! t>UthorilOd agent fasidill{l in tho United Stotcs to act for them in all 

registration matters. The name end complate moiling addrlWII of $UCII on (lgllnt mu!!t nccompany Ihig application. :e 

6. Expedited R~view - FIFRA !lectlon:3 (c) 3 (S) pro .. 1dcs for expedited fI.iview of epplicetions for registration, Of amendmants to existing ",,t,,,,,,, 

that Ilro similar Of idanticol to othar postil,:ido products thot aro curtuntly ragi:ltefod with the EPA. In otder for your Ilpplieation to be "aliQible for 1 

expeditrtd rllviaw, you must provin& us with tho EPA Regilltf(ltlon Number ond prodUct nama of tho prcduct you belieM~ 16 mmilllr to :. i to 

your product, Thu product must be simil1lr or ident,cal in both formulation urnJlaboled U~U$. 

l~flclLQKlllll. Thh. section must bll completed for nil applictlllon$ $ubmitted to am.:.nd tho rcgiDtrotion only 01 e currently registered product 

IA!nendmnnfl, for 1.1 resubmillsion in rasponso to an Agency I¢lter, for narilicetionll to the AQency, for the 'IIubmiSl!ion of (lnrn printed IlIbeling, for 

rQregilltration ond for ony othor oCllon rhot portain(l to a ltl.!:ZPfiq fPA·rl!gistlH~rJ prIl9.l!£l. This $tlction 1$!!Q112 1m used for iii new I!!flpllcation for 

regi!ltrntron. 

1. Subj{sGt 01 sl.lbrnlni<'m· Chock thb appHcoblo block. lind provid4 tiiO Agency Idtor dnte ii oppropriato. Pro'Jide a brief explanation 01 thl.l pUrpOli()(e) 

for the lIubmi:wlon, such <It ~tlm addition of a $ite, pest or crop (specily)"; ~timend the Confidentidl Statemant of Formula by ..• ·; ~rilregistrntion 

submission"; ~Q~,.~tlilabel revision of USB direclions.~ Attllch a ~epllrate PIlQ(I if additioh(ll sp<lce i$ needed. 

>J;-';:I!!~uu' I III 1P1l~atJrnu • and Container Information) • This Section must be completed lor 1111 appifclllions submitted in connoctlon with MW 

roQistrotion or 4p1\f1~11113l!mendment!l. 

1, Tvpe of Pllck~inft··Chack the appreprieta block if your product will be packegod in tho indicated pllckaQing types, 

IndicaH3 the Silo M tile lndiv;liO:(lWkl.ltll and numbor por rotail contuiner. 

2, Type- of Rotllll.OonJd!1tr -Indlcote tfpe 01 conteiner in whieh product will be mtlrkat(ld. 

3. locntlon 01 Net-'lont(lfJt1.. - I~d' lt1olocntlon of tha nat contents information for your product. 

4. Size lsi of Rata.1 Contniner .lpoo::ify tho nDt contents of nil retnil cOllteiners for your product. 

5. location of Ur4tJ1l~tlon. - l~iI::oiIfot:.th.:.locoti(ln of the usa diroctionll for your product. 

6. Monner in which Jebel ill .IIffll~f!,iVoduct - Indicated tho method preduct lubol i, attached to retllli contrnnor. 

~~;:?:.~·~ I I .. V , 1(;t)~W, .... I"olnt) , Thill Seclion mU$t be comploted for 011 applicotions for Rell"$trotion o.coon$, l.tI., nnw products regi~tretion, 

, ~m"·V'i.~.rl;lfeQistr4tion, otc. 

• • 1,5. So!f·oxplahIJto,..,,·· 

6. EPA u~& Only. 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

General label revisions: 

• Notification of brand name change from Chipco® brand Proxy® to Proxy®, Aventis Environmental 

Science Supplemental Registration number (264-267-432) and Statement added in the Turf 

section under Use Limitations: "Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of California". 

• Copy of Final Print Label for Proxy® and EPA Letter of (November 8,1999 EPA approved label 

amendments) and the changes through notification . 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2~chloroethyl)phosphonjc acidl~ ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ......................................................................... " ................................................................ 78.3%, 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gaUon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267-432 EPA Est. No. 264·PA'()1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entfende fa etlqueta, busque a algufen para que se fa expHque a usted en delaffe. 

(If you do not understand the fabel, find someone to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Cafl24 Hours A Day 1-800~334~7577 

~_ For PRODUCT USE Information Calf 1-800-334~9745 

..-rhe use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF IN EYES; Hold eye open and rinse slowly and genlfy 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 SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or docfor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated ctothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15·20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person Is not breathing, call 91 t or ambulance. and Ihen give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison controt center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is avaifabte. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

..rroduct may have occurred. 

-'lictims of severe overexposure, by inhalation. should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion. careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibitity of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid. but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversibte eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful If swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on cfothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous melnbranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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eyewear. : .: ••• 

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not reuse them. Follow manufacturers instructions for cfeaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructior1~fD'" wash<¢tes, i,lse detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. ••••• • •••• : 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if peslfcide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this producl. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do nol apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do nol contaminate walerwhen disposing of equipmenl washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift 10 nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growlh. Plant iniury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use Ihis product for purposes olher Ihan those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rale of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on Ihis label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE • It Is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with its labeling, 

Do not apply Ihis product in a way that will conlact workers or olher persons, either direclly or through drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in Ihe area during application, For any requiremenls specific to your Slate or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this producl. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate waler, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineralion 

or if allowed by state and local aulhorilies, by burning. If bumed, slay out of smoke . 

.,ENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre}, and spray equipment under varying temperalure and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Represenlative for his experience with this producl in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE, SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect 10 use each day. Do nol allow mixed solulion 10 stand overnighl. 

Do not use PROXY®with additives other Ihan recommended on Ihis label. 

Avoid spillS of concentraled product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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TURF 

An application of PROXV® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of 

clippings collected. 

SiTES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and Commercial 5 n, ozJ1000 «2 Apply to actively growing 0.5-4.0 9alsl1OOO «2 

Turfgrasses, including Benlgrass turf. \I will require 7*10 days 

(Fairway cut), Kentucky Bluegrass, for PROXY@) to act. 

Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Reapplication intervals: Fescue 

• Kentucky Bluegrass*7 

wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass·7 

wks. 

• Ta\l{Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For besl results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water 10 provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, thaI is not going into a donnancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root syslems or growing under stress due 10 poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/slickers wilh PROxYfi> is nol necessary. 

• PROXY® is an addic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposils will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and melals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painled surfaces with a detergent and waler within one hour after 

exposure 10 spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in Ihe State of California. 

fliest lankmixes with other producls on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) Ihallhis product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) thai this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tesls of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in all stales or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDlING OF THIS 

PRODUCT . 

• OTlCE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this malerial does nol confer any riglllS under palenl governing this product or the use thereof in counlries outside of Ihe 

United Stales 

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Aventls Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a regislered trademark of Aventis Environmental Sdence 

PROX"""® (MASTER) Approved 11/8/99 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [{2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acid]" .......... ,. ..................................................... .,,..21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no enttende la etlqueta, busque a atguten para que so ta exptique a usted en detatte. 

(If you do not understand the tabet, find someone to explain it 10 you in detail.) 

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For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-800*334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this tabeL Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sate of this product oulside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF tN EYES: Hotd eye open and rinse slowly and gentty with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact tenses if presenl after the first 5 

minutes then continue rinsing. Catt a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediatety for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if abte to 

swallow. Do nol induce vomiting untess told by a poison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin 'Immed'iatety wilh plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison controt 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF fNHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, catt 911 or ambutance, and then give artificial respiration preferabty 

mouth to mouth if possible. Catt a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYStCIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

Atreatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient Overexposure to materials other than this 

""product may have occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onsel of 

pulmonary edema. tn a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric tavage is required due to the possibitity of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of atka line substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handting. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on ctothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product witt irritate mucous rllt!rfltJl"iyles, 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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Applicators and other handters must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves .. i~IiiHiI~ plus soc"s and protective 

• •• eyewear. • • •• f " . Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated W\~tt¢s prod'uct~ncentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cteaning/maintaining PPE. tf no such instruction~"or wasQ<1blps:use detergent 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toileL 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into dean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for Irrigation or domestic purposes. Do nol 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 when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may resutt 

IMPORTANT: Do not applfPROXY® through any type of irrigation system, 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of *' PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

• DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It ts a violation of Federal Law to use thIs product In a manner Inconsistent with lts labeling. 

Do not appty this product in a way that wfll contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Onty protected handters 

may be in the area during application, For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire labet before using this producL 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

1 ~~~~:;e~:o~n:taminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

L DtSPOSAL 

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

I CCINT,,,NE,R DISPOSAL 

equivalent). Then oHer for ,e"yelling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose 01 in a sanitary tandfill or by incineration 

state and tocal authorities, I 

For local of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions ti for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS ~ n f\k:V\~- ?Z'~.J.e.,""c.. ':5 c.c~Q..,.""'Y Ij 

DO NOT MIX:PROXY® WITH AMMONtUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT tN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow m'lxed sotution to stand overnight. 

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Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS * PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage ;lcryltc ~laslic:i.celilain paints, and 

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An application of '" PROXY® stows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of 

clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and Commercial 5 fl. oz.l1000 ft2 Apply to actively growing 0.5-4.0 galsltOOO ft2 

Turlgrasses. including Benlgrass lurf. II wilt require 7-10 days 

(FailWay cui), Kentucky Bluegrass, folt.ROXY® to act. 

Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

Reapplication intervals: Fescue 

• Kentucky Bluegrass~7 

wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 

wks . 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Benlgrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprayS have dried. 

For besl results. apply with sprayer in sufficient volume ofwaler 10 provide uniform coverage:"PRoxY® is folfarly absorbed, 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions,that is not going into a dormancy period. 00 not Ireat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

00 not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with '*' PROXV® is not necessary. 

'*' PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastiCS, certain paints and melals. 

Rinse thoroughly at! exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces wilh a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray depOSits. 

tankmixes wilh other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label: (b) thai this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in lhe directions for use when it is used in accordance wlth such directions; and (c) thai the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this Jabel are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable lests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nol been made on all 

varieties or in aU stales or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS, 

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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

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LlABLE FOR SPECiAl, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FRDM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governIng this product or the use Ihereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

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PROXY> 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chforoethy!)phosphonic acid]'" ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264.267-432 EPA Est. No. 264·PA·01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entlende fa etiqueta, busque a alguien para que so la axplique a usted on detalle. 

(If you do not understand the faber, find someone to explaIn It to you In detail.) 

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For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Carr 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF tN 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 rin~ng. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless IOld by a poison control center or doctor. 

tF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated cfothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF tNHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificiat respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

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treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by Ingestion, careful gastric tavage is required due to the possibifity of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful jf swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on Clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous rgI!W<ines . 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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•••• • .. •• . Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, 6il()e. pIuS socks and protective 

• •• eyewear. • • ••• " . Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated~ittftrfis proOucr!!oncentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instruction1;·for wasbab~s: use detergent 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toHet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately jf pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into dean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water marie Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crOpS, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant iniury may result 

[MPORTANT: Do not apply PRDXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those nsted on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PRDXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

• DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Federa[ Law to Use this product [n 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. 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 regulations. Read entire labe[ before using this product 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

-.o'"v'v DISPOSAL 

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

CVN' OISPOSAL 

:~~I:,rinse (or equivalent). Then ,'u', by; 

n or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

. ,'by state and local If 'ri, stay out of smoke. 

INFORMATiON 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre). and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT [N FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand ovemight. 

Do not use PROXY®with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQU[PMENT CLEANING 

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Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage ~cry~c ~lastiC$. ce~ain paints, and 

metals. • ••••• : •••• 

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An application of PROXY® slowS the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of 

clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPlICATtON SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and Commercial 5 fl. oz.l1000 ttl Apply to actively growing 0.5-4.0 gals/1000 ft2 

Turfgrasses, induding Benfgrass turf. tt wlH require 7·10 days 

(Fairway cut), Kentucky Bluegrass, for PROXY® to act. 

Perennial Ryegrass. Tall & Fine 

Reapplication intervals: Fescue 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 

wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 

wks . 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Bentgrass-4 MS. 

Use Limitations: 

00 not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is fofiarly absorbed. 

Apply onry to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do nottreat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

00 not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXV® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits wiU damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered in the State of California . 

• est tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions. 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in aU states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANO IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 LIABILITY 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

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LIABLE FOR SPECIAL. INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent goveming this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

• 

Aventls Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Rtdge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Aventis Environmental Science 

PROXY® (MASTER) Approved 11/8/99 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

Nick Somma 

Rhone-Poulenc Ag Company 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

P.O. Box 12014 . 

NOV 8 1999 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

Subject: Ethrel® b~and Ethephon Plant Regulator/"'£ as 

.as 31. 

EPA Registration Number 264-267 

Your label amendment dated October 18, 1999 

Dear Mr. Somma, 

The labeling referred to above, sUbmitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

labeling before you release the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

•••• • • •••• Cynthia L. Giles-Parker •••• 

Product Manager (22) .... : 

Fungicide Branch : .• :.: • 

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HIPCO® brand PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon 1(2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acid)· ....................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-ll1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

• 

$i usted no entiende la eliquels, busque a alguien para que se la ~xplique a usled en delalle. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain tt to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION EmergenclesQ!fbY Call 24 Hours A Day 1..a00-334~7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call1..f300·334~9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4.240.819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or (or any use not contemplated 

by this label. LIability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United Slates. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ._- .. __ . .. .. Applicators and olher handlers must wear long-steeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, ~~I£ . . socka-end protective ,.- eyewear. . •• •• ::"" ...... 

DIscard doth'lng and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contamInated w'lntmlroducft cftentrate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions tt!rwashaDMt_~e detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. T .... ~., -.•. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

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As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not contaminate waler used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to ereas where surface water is 

present or 10 intertidal areas below the mean high wal~r mark.. Do nol contaminate waler when disposing of equipm~nt washwalers. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby CfOpS as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply CHIPCO® brand PROXY®through any type of irrigation system. 

00 not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

00 nOI exceed the rale of CHIPCO® brand PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label • 

• DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It ts a violation of Federatlaw to use this product tn a manner tnconsistent with Its tabeJlng. 

Do not apply thIs product in a way that will contact workers or olher 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 regulations. Read entire label before using this product •• 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

Do not cont~minate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

TA"'ER DISPOSAL 

and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by indineraUc,n,1 

~NE:RA,L INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consull RhOne·Poulenc Ag Company Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX CHIPCO®brand PROXy<J>'MTH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE, SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION 

OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mbc only the amount of spray you expect to use each da-y. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use CHIPCO® brand PRQXV® with additives olher than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spiUs of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS 'MTH PLENTY OF WATER AS CHIPCO® brand PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics-:U,(aira painls, and 

melals. : : •• " 

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An application of CHIPCO® brand PROXY<!!) slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPUCA TION SPRAY VOLUME 

FaIrways, Roughs and 5 fl. ozJ1000 tt2 Apply 10 actively growing turf. It 0.5-4.0 galS/1000 tt2 

Commercial Turfgrssses, will require 7-10 days fo, 

induding Bentgrass (Fairway cut), CHIPCO® brand PROXY® to act. 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Reapplication [nleNals: Ryegrass, Tal! & Fine Fescue 

Kentucky B!uegrass~7 wks. 

Perennial Ryegrass~7 wks. 

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Use Limitations: 

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• For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of ..... ater to provide uniform coverage. CHIPCO® brand PROX~ is foliarly 

absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into 8 donnancy period. Do not treat 

tungras!> with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, disease or insect damage. 

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• Use of spreaders/slickers with CHIPCO® brand PROXV®is not necessary. 

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paints and metals. Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within 

one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

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" LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

~manuradurer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this producl is reasonably fit 

Yt'he purposes sel forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions~ and (c) that the directions. 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nol been made on all 

varieties or in aU states or under aU condilions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE w-IICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER \"wHICH IS INCONSISTENT WTH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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, YvHETHER oR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERMSE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURE~'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR. THE QUANTITY 

• 

PRODUCT V\o1TH RESPECT TO w-IICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

BlE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof In countrIes outside of the 

United States 

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Rh6ne~Poulen,c Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T,W. Alexander Drive 

Research trIangle Park, North Carolina 27709 _0 and PROXY are regIstered trademarks of RhOne-Poulenc. 

~CO® brand PROXV® (PENDING) Submitted 1011§199. 

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PESTICIDE REGISTRATION ACTION TRACKING SYSTEM (PRATS) CODING FORM 

DUE DATE, '7 / '2.1 / :4000 

DATE ON APPLICATION, 6"" / I;;?, / 2.000 

EPA RECEIVED DATE, b / 23 / 2000 

PM RECEIVED DATE, 7 / 7 / -;2,000 

APPLICANT, AVfu4±r s :. 

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CHEM CODE (1), Q'1"1'53'OI 

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CHEM, Etb "rh 0 h 

CHEM CODE (2) ,___________ CHEM, __ ~ __________________________ _ 

DESCRIPTOR, 5Wltv\; '2j'1y W\\V\o\C 

DATA REVIEWS, 

HED: RCAB --- TB __ __ RCB __ __ DRES ___ _ 

OREB __ __ 

1o __ _ EEB __ _ EFGWB __ __ ERCB __ _ 

BEAD, ACB __ _ BAB __ _ EAB __ __ 

RSB: PCRS __ _ PRS __ _ PCS, _____ _ 

PM Team: Carl __ _ Paul __ _ Vern __ __ Bill --- FINAL ACTION: RESPONSE CODE, RESPONSE DATE: __ /_/_ 

7S-DAY RESPONSE: YES NO MOS: (1 ) CITE ALL 

CRP: YES NO (4 ) NOT APPLICABLE 

RESTRICTED USE: YES NO (8) SELECTIVE 

EXCLUSIVE USE: YES NO 

MANUFACTURING USE: YES NO 

CONDITIONAL REGISTRATION/UNCONDITIONAL REGISTRATION 

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'. 

JUN 9 2000 

I I Cynthia 'Giles-Parker, Product Manager, Team 22, Fungicide 

Branch, Registration Division, Office of Pesticide Programs, Office 

of Prevention, Pesticide and Toxic Substances, United States 

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) I certify that the pesticide 

product (5) listed below is, as of the date of this letter, a 

registered product under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) I as amended, and that as such, the 

product(s) may be sold and marketed in the United States of America 

as authorized and limited by FIFRA. A true and correct copy of the 

product label approved by EPA is attached to accompany this letter. 

Registration of this product (5) with EPA also denotes that the 

registrant listed below is responsible for ensuring full compliance 

with all laws of the United States of America, or governing 

jurisdiction, regarding the sale, storage and/or disposal of the 

product(s). FUrther the recipient of this letter is on notice that 

the status of the referenced registration and/or the accompanying 

label may change subsequent to the date of this letter. EPA 

assumes no responsibility to notify the recipient of this letter of 

any change in the status of the registration(s) and/or the product 

label for the product(s) listed below. 

EPA has issued registration numbers for the product(s) listed below 

to: 

Aventis CropScience USA LP 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

EPA REGISTRATIQN NO. PRODUCT NAME 

264-267 ETHREL®brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

ftl Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (PM22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division 7505C 

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CHIPCO® brand PROXY® 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

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INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted en detane. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Calt 24 Hours A Day '·800·334·7577 

not contemplated 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, jf present, after the first 

5 minutes, then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless told by a pOison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15·20 minutes, Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably 

mouth·to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHY$ICtAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred. 

"flims of severe overexposure by Inhalalion should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

·..,dmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion. careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforalion. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive, Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors as this product wi!! irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long·sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus socks and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this products concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer'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. • • •••••• • 

NOT REVIEWIlD •• 

In Accordance with PR Notice 1rM!'" 

Baaed on Draft labeling Dated • 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum. using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately jf pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change intO dean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing, Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigatlon or domestlc purposes. 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 when disposing of eqUipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product wlU cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply CHIPCO® brand PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 4ft 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. Only protected handlers 

m~y be in the area during appllcation. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditloning 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. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

6r local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

_in fall conditions consult RhOne-Poulenc Ag Company Representative for hls experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX CHIPCO® brand PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION 

OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use CHIPCO® brand PROXY® with additives other than recommended on thIs label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray eqUipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS CHIPCO® brand PROXY® IS CORROSIVE., 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

RInse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits. 

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TURF 

An application of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1000 ttZ Apply to actively growing turf. I! 0.5-4.0 galsl1000 ft2 Commercial Turfgrasses. win require 7·10 days for 

including Bentgrass (Fairway cut), CHIPCO® brand PROXY® to act. 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Reapplication intervals: Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Bentnrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

• Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried . 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. CHIPCO® brand PROXY® is foliarfy 

absorbed. 

Apply only to acUvely growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. disease or insect damage. 

00 not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/sUckers with CHIPCO® brand PROXY® is not necessary. 

CHIPCO® brand PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain 

paints and metals. Rinse thoroughly aU exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water Within 

one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely . 

• 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) thaI this product conforms to the chemical description on the label: (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in Ihe directions for use when it is used in accordance wilh such direclions; and (e) that the direclions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tesls of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nct been made on all 

varieties or in aU states or under all conditions_ THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS. NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS, 

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 LIABILITY 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, IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT, 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

A.;rchase of Ihis material does not confer any rights under patenl governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of Ihe 

~nited States 

, 

RMne·Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O, Box 12014, 2 T.W, Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

CHIPCO and PROXY are regislered trademarks of RhOne·Poulenc. 

CHIPCO® brand PROXY® (MASTER) Approved 11/8/99 

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® ETH RE L brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

For Commercial Or Agricultural Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Tobacco, Tomatoes, Cherries, Grapes, Apples, Walnuts, Peppers, Blackberries, 

Blueberries and Cantaloupes, for the removal of Dwarf Mistletoe in Ornamental Conifers and 

Leafy Mistletoe in Ornamental Deciduous Trees and for the elimination of undesirable fruit on 

Apple, Crabapple, Carob, and Olive trees. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2·chloroethyljphosphonic acid]' ...................................................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

'Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267 EPA Est. No. 264·PA·01 

• 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i 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 to you in detaiL) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies Q!:!.!:Y Call 24 Hours A Day '·800·334·1511 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1·800·334·9145 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including 

U.S. Patent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not 

contemplated by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

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 SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immedialely for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water n able to 

swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor for treatment advice . 

• 

INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably 

,outh-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal dam'age may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on obselVed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

product may have occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure by inhalation should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of alkanne substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on Clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handlers musl wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus socks and protective 

eyewear. 

When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection 

Standard for agricultural pesticides (WPS) {40 CFR 170.240 (d) (4·6)J, the handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as 

specified 'In the WPS. 

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Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this products concentrate. Do 

not reuse them, Follow manufacturer'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, 

User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside, Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of qloves before removing: 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 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 when disposing of equipment washwaters, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product will cause modifications In plant growth, Plant injury or reduced yields may result. 

Do not plant another crop within 30 days after treatment. 

SPRAY DRIFT 

Avoid spray drift. 00 not apply when weather conditions may cause drift. Do not allow this product to drift on to non-target areas. Drift 

may result in illegal residues or injury to adjacent crops and vegetation, in the form of leaf yellowing and defoliation. To avoid spray 

Aift. DO NOT apply aerially when wind speed is greater than 10 mph or during periods of temperature inversions. Use of larger 

"UIft'roplet size will also reduce spray drift. 

AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT ATTHE 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 fonowing drift management requirements must be followed to avoid Off-target movement from aerial appl'lcations 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 3/4 the length of the wingspan or rotor. 

2, Nozzles must always point 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 below: 

AERIAL DRIFT REDUCTION ADVISORY 

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 

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;)PlicatiOnS are made improperly, or under unfavorable environmental conditions (See Wind. Temperature and Humidity, and 

emperature 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. 

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, use higher flow rate nozzles instead of increasing pressure, 

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. Sign'lficant 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 some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than 3/4 of the wingspan or rotor length may further reduce drift 

without reducing swath width. 

APPLlCATtON 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. 

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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 should compensate for this displacement by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment 

distance should increase, with increaslng drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.). 

WIND 

Drift potential is lowest between w'lnd 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 humkfity. 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 

concentraled cloud (under low wind conditions) indicates an inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly dissipates 

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ENSITIVE AREAS 

The pesticide should only be applied when the potential for drift to adjacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential areas, bodies of water, 

known habitat for threatened or endangered species, non-target crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from the sensitive 

areas). 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply ETHREl = brand Ethephon Plant Regulator through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of ETHREle brand Ethephon Plant Regulator per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

00 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 regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 

this ploduct only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This 

contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests. nurseries, and greenhouses, and 

agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also 

specifIC instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE), I 

workers, and restricted-entry intervals. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by 

I ,,"'orl(er Protection Standard. 

Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted·entry interval (REI) of 48 hours. The REI is 72 hours in 

where average rainfall is less than 25 inches per year. 

PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact 

anything that has been treated such as plants, soil or water is coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical 1 ~;)~::~Z~ I 

gloves such as any waterproof gloves, chemical resistant footwear plus socks, and protective eyewear. For overhead e: 

chemical·resistant headgear is also required. 

NOT REVIEWED 

In Accordance with PR Notice 82-2 

lBaoed on Draft Labeling Dated 

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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DtSPOSAL 

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

CONTAtNER DtSPOSAl 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). 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. 

ETHREL® BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR 

Promotes earlier. uniform coloring of mature FLUE-CURED TOBACCO. Promotes earlier coloration and maturity of TOMATOES, 

GRAPES. APPLES, and PEPPERS. Loosens CHERRIES, WALNUTS, and APPLES for earlier, more effICient harvest. Promotes fruit 

abscission (slipping) in CANTALOUPES. Increases dormant fruit bud hardiness and delayed spring bloom of SWEET CHERRIES in 

the Pacific Northwest. Accelerates BLACKBERRY ripening and loosening. Concentrates BLUEBERRY maturity and aids in 

barrenberry control. Removes dwarf mistletoe from ORNAMENTAL CONIFERS. and leafy mistletoe from ORNAMENTAL 

DECIDUOUS TREES. Eliminates undesirable fruit on APPLE. CRABAPPLE. CAROB. and OLIVE trees. 

GENERAL tNFORMATtON 

For local recommendations on rates. spray volumes (gallons of water per acre). and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

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infall conditions consult your Extension Pomologist, Horticultural Specialist, RhOne-Poulenc Ag Company Representative or Farm 

dvisor for his experience with this product in your area. 

APPLICATION VOLUMES AND SPRAY COVERAGE 

Thorough spray coverage is essential to achieve maximum product effectiveness. Spray coverage is affected by choice of equipment, 

nozzle selection and spray boom setup as well as spray pressure. plant size and canopy density. For both air and ground 

applications. it is important to choose an equipment setup that will assure thorough coverage of plant canopy (foliage and fruit). The 

actual spray volume required will vary with the size and density of the plant canopy and the equipment used. In California and Arizona 

use a volume of no less than 5 gallons per acre for aerial applications. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX ETHREL~ WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product will cause modification in plant growth. Plant injury or reduced yields will result. Do 

not plant another crop within 30 days after treatment. 

Do not use ETHREL <t brand Ethephon Plant Regulator with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment or airplane parts. 

_ MEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS ETHRELe BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR IS 

ORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints. and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits. 

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TOBACCO 

(Flue-Cured Only) 

TOBACCO (FLUE·CURED): A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early. uniform "yellowing" of 

mature tobacco. ETHREL ® reduces curing time, allowing more efficient use of curing barn space, and increased control over harvest 

schedules. 

ETHREL <to brand Ethephon Plant Regulator increases the capacity of the curing barn by shortening the curing lime and allows 

adjustments in harvest schedules. ETHREL ® can be used as a directed spray to the bottom or middle portion of the tobacco plant or 

as an over·the-top spray. ETHREL ® is not intended or recommended for use on immature tobacco. 

! Crop Situation "' ,® Directions 

DIRECTED 4 Use drop nozzles. Choose TG or DC spray tips designed to apply 50 • 60 9pa at 35·40 psi and 

SPRAY at tractor speed of 2·3 mph. Use 2 nozzles per row; one on each side of the row dropped low 

APPLICATION enough to direct the spray to the leaves to be ripened and harvested. Thorough spray 

coverage is essential. With a directed spray, be sure to harvest all leaves with 20% or more 

~~:;,~; n_~~'u" 4·8 Treat only when leaves remaining on the stalk are mature. To ensure remaining leaves are 

• v, mature, test spray several tobacco plants as described under the section "Application Timing" . 

Use the lower rate in a normally mature crop when experience indicates that minimum ripening 

inducement is required. Use the higher rate when the crop is heavy and has a tendency to be 

more rank or when temperatures are lower than normal. Always test spray to determine jf the 

tobacco is mature enough to respond to treatment with ETHREL oa. 

Apply over·the·top ETHREL It spray as a fine mist using three nozzles (one nozzl~yPS ~v~r the 

center of the plant, and one on each side) to assure all leaves , iI 

! Ihe , 10ali,m- I Use a som", ,o( 461060 os,: 

USE LIMITATIONS 

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Do not apply ETHREL It brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to immature leaves as this can result in unsatisfactory coloring, weight 

loss and reduced leaf quality. 

Do not allow the crop to over ripen in the field after using ETHREL 0» brand Ethephon Plant Regulator, since this may cause some 

reduction in yield and quality. 

Do not treat before anticipated major storm which could prevent harvest and result in crop loss. 

Do not apply ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator if rain is expected w'lthln 6 hours • 

Do not harvest tobacco treated with ETHREL IP brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days after application. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 8 pints of this product (2 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

APPLICATION TIMING 

Successful results with ETHREL· brand Ethephon Plant Regulator call for treatment when leaves are mature, not overly rank green 

when sprayed. To easily determine the proper treatment timing and the number of leaves per stalk ready for harvest, test spray 

several plams in more than one location in each field and observe the response. Mature leaves will begin to yellOW in 24 to 72 hours. 

Test leaves that fail to yellow in 72 hours are not mature and are not ready for ETHREL e treatment. Wait a few days to permit further 

natural maturing, then make another test spray or "maturity" check. 

Determine acres to treat by first confirming the number of leaves per plant that will color, then use barn capacity to calculate the 

number of acres to treat. 

A test spray can be prepared by mixing 4 teaspoons of ETHREL ~ brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator in 1 quart of water. Apply about 1 

ounce to each test plant covering all leaves with a fine mist. ETHREL It will not color immatute leaves. 

To avoid quality loss and or possible leaf drop, harvest any yellowed leaves prior to application. Use tower rates under most 

conditions. Umit use of higher rates to cool (below 6SoF at the time of treatment) slow ripening conditions. 

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WHEN TO HARVEST 

All mature, sprayed leaves will begin to cotor within 24 to 72 hours after ETHRElo application. The yellowing process is weather 

dependent; cool weather witt delay, white hOt, sunny weather can speed up the process. Harvest treated tobacco when leaves have 

reached the desired cotor intensity. 

Harvest can commence 48 hours after ETHREl" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator application. To determine harvest timing and avoid 

quality toss or feaf drop, closely monitor treated crop and weather conditions. 

CURING ETHREL ® BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR TREATED TOBACCO 

Curing procedures are as much an art as a science and each cure must be judged on the basis of tobacco condition. interval between 

treatment and harvest. weather and type of curing facility before prescription temperature and ventilation schedules can be 

established. To obtain maximum quality, care must be taken to observe and control the curing process closely, especially during the 

late "coloring" and early ~dryingh stages of the leaf. 

Ethephon treated tobacco will have slarted the coloring process when harvested, reducing the time required in the coloring phase of 

curing. Treated tobacco should be dried faster. If tobacco leaves are green or contain some green when harvesled, it may be 

necessary to color them for a few hours. If the leaves are completely yellow, temperature and ventifation musl be adjusted in a 

manner to dry the tobacco as fast as possible without scalding. Once the leaf is dried (3/4 dry), you should follow normal procedures 

for curing. Since ETHREl e treated leaves cure fasler, treated and unlreated leaves should not be cured togelher in the same barn. 

TOMATOES 

eOMATOES (PROCESSED): A fonar spray of ETHREL <II brand Ethephon Plant Regulator accelerates and concentrates lomato 

ripening increasing recoverable fruit yield from a once-over harveSt. Plant Regulator application starts the normal ripening process 

earner and increases the rale of ripening of mature green fruit concentrating maturity. Concentrated maturity enables high recoverable 

yields of ripe tomaloes in once-over harvest. Early concentraled malurity extends the normal harvest season and helps growers 

schedule harvest and handling more effectively. 

TOMATOES (FRESH MARKET IN CALIFORNIA) : A foliar spray of ETHREl <$.I brand Ethephon Plant Regulator accelerates tomato 

ripening increasing the early yields of marketable ripe fruil. 

." ,® 

i i i Directions Remarks 

PROCESS 11/4-31/4 Apply when 5% to 15% of the fruit in Apply ETHREl * when desired tonnage of fruit has 

TOMATOES the field are red and pink (including reached marketable size and maturity. Check fields 

Early and breakers) and there is sufficient closely for stage and degree of uniform maturity prior to 

Midseason Crops mature green fruit to produce the application. Sample several plants throughout the field 

or Warm desired tonnage. to delermine proper spray date. Sort, weigh and 

Conditions Under high temperatures (above 85 calculate the percent fruit which is red and pink, including 

F), rates as low as 1 1/4 pinls/acre breakers. Fruit size alone is not an adequate indicalor, 

can be effective. Observe specific directions to determine trealment stage 

Thorough coverage is essenlial. For for your situation, Walk Ireated fields frequentty to 

evaluate crop condilion, Maintain normal cultural ground or air application choose practice between treatment and harvest. Timely harvesl equipment and spray volumes that is essential for maximum return of high quality fruit. will assure uniform spray coverage of Consult processor represenlatives conceming delivery foliage and fruil. Overdosing from schedules and quotas prior to application of ETHREl $, overlapping swaths or spray nozzle 

patterns can cause severe foliage Consult your local Rhone-Poulenc A9 Company 

injury, If bands are sprayed over the Representative, Extension Horticultural Specialist or 

row, reduce the amount of ETHREL ~ Farm Advisor for suggestions on the proper use of 

used in proportion to the area ETHREl * when fields have variable plant vig>r due to 

actually treated. dilferences in soil conditions or cultural praclices and for 

Observe treated fields closely and rates of fruit ripening as affected by temperature, within 

t fruit at proper Ihe rate and timing limitalions shown On Ihe label. 

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TOMATOES 

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0" ,® 

Crop Situation Directions Remarks 

PROCESS 31/4 - 6112 Apply when 5% to 30% of fruit in the field are red and pink Harvest at proper maturity. 

TOMATOES (including breakers) and there is sufficient mature green Temperatures above gO°F may 

Late Season or fruit to produce the desired tonnage. Maximum response cause fruit to ripen sooner whereas 

is achieved when fruit to be treated is 5 to 15% pink and temperatures below 65· F retard Coastal Crops or 

red. Use the higher rate of ETHREL e when nighttime natural color development and may Cool Condirlons 

temperatures are cool (below 65°F) or vegetative growth is extend the time between treatment 

dense. Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air and harvest. 

application choose equipment and spray volumes that will 

ass",e , , somv 

FRESH MARKET t 1/4 - S Apply ETHREL'" when desired tonnage of fruit has reached Check treated fruit frequently and 

TOMATOES marketable size and maturity, generally 3 to 6 days before harvest at desired maturity. When 

California desired harvest date. Expect only one harvest from treated programming harvest spray a 

areas. different block each day and 

Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air harvest blocks daily in the same 

application choose equipment and spray volumes that ~i'il sequence. 

assure uniform spray coverage 

Use the higher rate and longer preharvest interval on late 

season crops, when temperatures are cool (generally 

below 8S G F) and fOliage is dense. Under high 

temperatures, rates as low a~~~~~~~ints per acre have 

been effective while i damage particularly 

lonmo,e i ,,·see. . 

Use Limitations 

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Do not apply before there is sufficient mature green fruit to produce the desired tonnage. ETHREL ~ brand Ethephon Plant 

Regulator will not ripen immature green fruil. 

Some yellowing and general aging of foliage may be observed following treatment. 

Do not treat plants with poor root. systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. drought, disease or insect damage. 

Treatment of weak plants will result in rapid loss of foliage cover increasing sunburn and sun scald potential, especially under high 

temperature conditions. 

Do not treat when sustained temperatures above lOS eF are anticipated. 

Do not treat sensitive varieties during period when temperatures exceed WO°F. Fonar damage is more severe on certain var"let'les 

such as VF 10, VF 315, VF 145, 21·4, and 13L. During periods of high temperatures use the lower rates on sensitive varieties. 

Do not tank mix with sun protection products. sun protection whiteners. spray adjuvants or other additives. 

Do not apply ETHREL 0 brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to more acreage than can be harvested in 2 to 3 days. 

Do not apply ETHREL'" brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to varieties known to soften rapidly or shatter when ripe. 

Do not use on greenhouse tomatoes. 

Do not harvest tomatoes treated with Ethrere brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 3 days after last application. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 6.S pints of this product (1.63 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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CHERRIES 

Except California 

CHERRIES: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator loosens fruit and promotes earfy uniform ripening, and 

reduces the shaker force needed to mechanically harvest fruit. These effects are important for increasing effICiency, recoverable 

yields, maintaining fruit quality and reducing tree injury, DO NOT USE ON CHERRIES IN CALIFORNIA. A fall application of 

ETHREL ® to sweet cherries in the Pacific Northwest area increases dormant bud hardiness and delays bloom the following spring. 

ETHREL® 

crop Situation Pints/Acre Specific Directions Remarks 

TART Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sufficient water for 

CHERRIES 1 thorough, uniform coverage. The optimum spray 

volume will depend on tree size, planting density and 

equipment used. 

Concen· Concentrate sprays, generally less than lOa gallons 

trate Spray per acre, require uniform coverage for optimum 

213 to t response. 

SWEET Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sufficient water for Expect a longer treatment to 

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CHERRIES 3 t04 thorough uniform coverage. Actual volume win depend harvest interval with lower rates. 

(varieties such as on the type of delivery, sprayer used and size of trees. 

Windsor, Use low rates on the fight or yellow-colored varieties. 

Napoleon-Royal 

Anne, Emperor 

Francis) 

Concen- Concentrate sprays, generally less than 100 gallons 

trate Spray per acre, require uniform coverage for optimum 

2-3 response. 

INCREASED 3 Treat in first two weeks of September. A fan application of ETHREL ~ will 

DORMANT increase fruit bud hardiness by FRUIT BUD decreasing the chance for winter 

HARDINESS injury and delaying bloom by 3 to 

AND DELAYED 5 days which may help avoid frost 

SPRING BLOOM injury. Treatment of early 

{Sweet Cherries flowering varieties may delay 

bloom to better coincide with 

Northwest pollination from other varieties. in the pa~~fic 

e;se Limitations 

Not for use on cherries in California 

Do not treat too early as this can cause early fruit drop with stems attached. 

Some gummosis of cherry trees is associated with treatment. 

High temperatures during and aller application may cause severe gummosis. 

Do not treat trees that had severe gummosis the previous year as tree damage will result. 

Do not apply to trees that are of low vigor or have experienced severe stress (such as winter injury, drought, or disease), since 

gummosis will be excessive, particUlarly when high temperatures andlor drought follow treatment. 

If possible, irr'lgate orchards to prevent drought stress resulting in gummos·lS. 

Do not harvest cherries treated with ETHREL ~ sooner than 7 days after last application. 

At the time of application, all fruit including those inside the tree canopy, should be in stage 3 as indicated by rapid size increase 

and the presence of ground color (change from bright green to yellow background color). Treat when air temperatures are between 

60 and B5~F. Do not treat when air temperatures exceed B5°F. Uniform coverage is important, concentrated sprays associated 

with erratic application can result in gummosis and tip dieback. : ••• :. 

Some early leaf yellowing and drop may be noted following application. • 

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Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 4.0 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ethephon) per acre pel· year. 

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GRAPES 

(Only in California and Arizona) 

GRAPES (TABLE GRAPES IN CALIFORNIA AND ARIZONA): An application of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

promotes early uniform color development on table grape varieties such as Cardinal, Emperor, Flame seedless, Red Malaga, Queen 

and Tokay allowing more efficient harvests of quality fruit. 

GRAPES (RAISIN PRODUCTION): A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will hasten maturity of Thompson 

seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, increased sugars and increased raisin quality. 

Crop Situation 

TABLE GRAPES 

(such as 

Cardinal, Flame 

Seedless, Red 

Malaga, and 

Queen) 

TOKAY GRAPES 

RAISIN 

PRODUCTION 

(Thompson 

Seedless) 

Use Limitations 

Table Grapes 

1/2·2 

1 - 2 

1-2 

SpeCifiC Directions 

For high temperatures conditions 

(above 85F) use lower rates of 

112 to 1 pint per acre. For low 

temperatures conditions (but 

above 65F) use higher rates. 

Apply in sufficient water to wet 

vines and fruit clusters uniformly, 

using conventional ground 

b~'r;i~~'~O~~~I:~en 5 - 30% of 

Apply as a loliar spray at 5% 

berry softening. Treat when 5 -

30% of berries show color. 

Remarks 

Harvest fruit at desired maturity and quality as indicated by 

sugar content, acidity and color. This is generally two 

weeks or more after treatment. Watch treated areas 

closely and harvest before bertles become too dark. For 

more information regarding local experiences with this 

product on grapes, consult your Farm Advisor or Extension 

Viticulturist. 

A foliar spray of ETHREl <II> wi!! hasten maturity of 

Thompson Seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, 

increased sugars and increased raisin quality. For more 

information regarding local experience with this product on 

I gE~pes consult your Farm Advisor or Extension 

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Rates higher than 1 pintlA may increase the incidence of cracked fruit and should be used only in areas or during weather 

conditions where grapes have been especially hard-to-color in past seasons, 

Some berry softening is associated with ETHREl = brand Ethephon Plant Regulator treatment of some varieties which may limit or 

influence storage considerations. 

. Do not store Tokays. e Do not harvest grapes treated with ETHREl * brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator sooner than 14 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 2 pints of this product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

Raisin Production (Thompson Seedless) 

Do not apply to grapes under stress from insect damage or moisture stress. Observe treated vineyards closely and harvest at 

proper maturity as determined by sugar acid levels. 

Do not exceed 2 pints of this product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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APPLES 

APPLES: A foliar spray of ETHREl ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes fruit maturity and loosens apples, making harvest by 

hand or machine easier and more efficient. ETHREl ® applied in combination with FRUITONE® N to control pre-harvest drop 

stimulates early development of red color and ripening without loosening fruit. Applied to young trees, ETHREl ® will suppress 

vegetative growth and promote flower bud formation. 

c~ Situation 

FRUIT LOOSENING 

1. EARLY AND 

MIDSEASON 

MATURING 

VARIETIES 

(varieties 

maturing with 

Mcintosh or 

earlier) 

2 1/2 

i Directions 

Apply a foliar spray to apple trees 7 to 14 

days prior to normal anticipated harvest. 

Use sufficient water for thOrough uniform 

spray coverage. The type of sprayer 

used and size of trees will effect volume 

required. 

Observe fruit daily as the proper picking 

period Is shorter with ETHREl e treated 

fruit than untreated fruil. 

Remarks 

ETHREl e provides several beneficial responses 

on apples. Depending on rate and time of 

application ETHREle will: promote fruit 

loosening, promote uniform ripening and coloring 

without loosening, promote thinning and return 

bloom, and increase flower bud development in 

young trees. For desired response, follow 

specific directions. 

Treat when air temperatures are between 60· F 

and 90 0 F. However, application may be made at 

50· F under rising temperature conditions. If 

daytime temperatures are warm, color response 

from ETHREL ~ treatment will be reduced, but 

ripening and loosening effects will be accelerated. 

Cool weather may extend the interval between 

treatment and harvest. 

2. LATE MATURING 5 Do not allow fruit to become overripe on trees. 

VARIETIES IN Fruit intended for fresh market must be checked 

THE EASTERN for quality and maturity. Color alone is not an 

UNITED STATES adequate guide for fruit maturity. Use a pressure 

(varieties gauge or other suitable methods for determining 

maturing later internal maturity. Fruit over·matured when 

than Mcintosh) harvested and stored may soften sooner than f-_______ t-____ -if-_____________ -Iuntreated fruit. 

PROMOTION OF 

UNIFORM 

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1. EARlYOR 

MIOSEASON 

MATURING 

VARIETIES 

(varieties 

maturing with 

Mctntosh or 

earlier) 

1 ·4 

Apply foliar spray of ETHREL ° and a Do not apply ETHREll'Ii to more acreage than can 

preharvest drop control chemical be harvested in 1 to 2 days. 

registered for use on apples such as the Treated fruit can be satisfactorily held in cold air 

product FRUITONE0 N. Use the storage provided fruit is in good condition. 

preharvest drop control product according to label directions. Begin Since recommendations for chemical control of 

spraying 2 to 3 weeks before normal preharvest drop vary according to location and 

harvest period and about 1 to 2 weeks variety, follow directions on the FRUITONEI'II N 

before desired harvest date. label. In addition, you may consult your local 

Apply as a normal dilute spray using 

sufficient water for thorough uniform 

coverage, Actual volume will depend on 

the type of delivery of sprayer used and 

size of trees. 

extension Pomologist or Horticulturist for his 

recommendations. 

Use the lower rate for apples intended for 

f--------+-----i storage. 

2. LATE MATURING 2·4 

VARIETIES 

(varieties 

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Crop Situation Pints/Acre 

THINNING AND 

RETURN BLOOM 

t. Most Varieties 1.5·4 

2. Difficult to Thin 3·6 

Varieties Such 

as Golden 

Delicious 

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flOWER BUD 

DEVELOPMENT 

1. NON-BEARING 2-8 

TREES 

2. BEARING 1/2 - 3 

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specific Directions 

Treat 10 to 20 days after full bloom. 

For greater thinning. this product can 

be mixed with AMID-THINe W, 

SEVIN" brand 4F Carbaryl 

Insecticide. SEVIN" brand 80 WSP 

Carbaryl Insecticide, SEVIN" brand 

80 S Carbaryl Insecticide or SEVIN" 

brand XlR Plus Carbaryl Insecticide 

for use on apples in accordance with 

the most restrictive of the AMIDTHIN* W, SEVING and ETHREL" 

label limitations and precautions. No 

label dosage rates should be 

exceeded. ETHREL e cannot be 

mixed with any product containIng a 

label prohibition against such mixing . 

Consult local extension 

recommendations. 

Addition of a non·ionic surfactant 

can enhance treatment 

effectiveneSS. 

Buffering spray solution to a pH of 3 

to 5 can improve performance where 

water is alkaline. 

Use a spray volume sufficient to 

cover trees thoroughly and uniformly. 

Spray trees thoroughly and uniformly 

to the point of runoff. Use the higher 

rate on more vigorous trees. 

Treat 2 to 4 weeks after full bloom. 

To help minimize fruit thinning, delay 

application until 6 weeks after full 

bloom and after June drOD. 

Remarks 

Regulating cropping from one season to another is 

a problem. Whenever a high percent of the spurs 

and lateral buds bloom in a single season severe 

alternate bearing can develop the following year, 

To overcome this problem use ETHREl e or a 

combination of ETHREle piuS AMID.THIN" W or 

ETHREL Il piUS one of the SEVIN· products listed 

under Specific Directions applied 7 to 21 days after 

full bloom. The program to use will depend on the 

amount of thinning required and the biennial 

bearing history of your orchard. 

Expect Red Delicious to show a reduction of "type" 

and fruit size particularly on trees under stress. 

Use of higher label rates may reduce fruit size. 

To increase flower bud development on non· 

bearing treeS apply a foliar spray of ETHRELo 2 to 

" weeks after bloom. 

Treatment can result in excessive fruit thinning and 

reduced fruit size and yield reduction the year of 

usage. ETHREL G should reduce vegetative groW1h 

and increase flowering the following spring. Trees 

should be large enough to support a crop of apples 

before treatment to initiate flower buds. 

Use Limitations 

The use of ETHRELe brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator can result in over thinning and reduced fruit size. 

Avoid double coverage and use on low vigor trees. 

Environmental factors can affect thinning and return bloom, it is advisable to obtain experience under your conditions by Initially 

testing only a small percent of your trees each year with anyone program. 

User must consider risk of excessive fruit thinning and fruit size reduction when using ETHRElID brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

on young treesjust starting to bear. 

Treat only vigorous trees since excessive growth reduction will result on weak trees. 

For best results a thorough uniform spray is needed. A wetting agent may improve spray coverage. 

Do not graze or feed cover crops grown in treated apple orchards. 

Do not harvest apples treated with ETHRELIt brand Ethephon Plant Regulator soonerthan 7 days after last application. 

Fruit size reduction may occur when used to obtain early maturity, especially if fruit is small at time of treatment. 

ETHRELG brand Ethephon Plant Regulator applied earlier than 3 weeks before normal anticipated harvest may result in reduced 

fruit quality and size. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 8.0 pints of this product (2.0 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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WALNUTS 

WALNUTS tN CAUFORNtA: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wm loosen walnuts for increased efficiency 

of mechanical harvest, promote earlier harvest. improve hull removal, and increase recoverable yields from a once·over harvest. 

Crop e, ,~~' ® Specific Directions Remarks Situation 

California 3·5 ".x~,,:.' oes' results wnn.spray 

of 300 to 900 ppm. Refer to spray ETHREL· bel~een a::rn~r(U~~v::en . the, 'is~ue 

b~ownjng. 

preparation chart below. Under low Collect nut samples from throughout the tree 

temperatures and/or low humidity conditions canopy when determining percent nut maturity. 

use the higher label rates. Expect Jess time Advancing Harvest· Apply when 95-100% of the between application and harvest with higher nuls have reached maturity. Inspect frequently label rates. and harvest as soon as adequate huUabilily 

For best results treat when air temperatures occurs generally 10·16 days after treatment 

are between 600F and 950F. Expect reduced depending on variety and weather conditions. 

effectiveness if above 900F with low humidity 

Plan second shake 10·12 days after rlTst shake. 

due to spray evaporation. Once Over Harvest· Variety, growing conditions 

Thorough uniform coverage of walnut hulls is 

and weather affect maturity and the opportunity 

for once over harvest. Contact a local fieldman 

essential for maximum hull split and nut or Farm Advisor to determine if once over 

loosening response. Choose equipment that harvest can be expected in your situation. Apply provides maximum spray penetration of the to mature walnuts 10 days prior to expected entire tree canopy. Use large air carrier harvest date. Expect actual harvest to range 

sprayers where tree size jeopardizes coverage. from 7·12 days after treatment. 

Or volute sprayer attachments may help. 

USE liMITATIONS 

• 

Treatment prior to packing tissue brown (mature) stage may reduce nut quality. 

Some leaf drop is associated with treatment. 

Do not treat diseased, low vigor or moisture stressed trees as excessive leaf drop may occur. 

Assure that dosage rates are measured accurately since rates higher than recommended may result in tree injury (such as 

excessive defoliation, reduced catkin formation and twig dieback). 

Do not harvest walnuts treated with ETHREL (II sooner than 5 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 5 pints of this product ( 1.25 Ib ethephon) per acre per year . 

4 1.00 600 400 

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PEPPERS 

PEPPERS: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early. uniform ripening and coloring for more 

efficient packing and handling of fruit. 

t, ,® 

Crop Situation i, Directions Remarks 

PEPPERS t 1/4 • 4 Thorough coverage is essentiaL For ground or air Check several field locations to determine 

application chOose equipment and spray volumes crop stage and degree of maturity. 

that will insure uniform coverage of foliage and fruit. ETHREL II treatments may reduce total 

Use the higher rate when cool temperatures are yields if applied too early or there 'IS a lack 

anticipated Oess than 65"F), when plants are of uniform, mature. green fruit resulting 

growing vigQ(ously or when foliage is dense to from split fruit set or variable soil cultural 

assure thorough wetting of all leaves and fruit practices. Harvest fruit after desired color 

Use the lower rates with lower spray volumes (1 and maturity. generally 14 or more days 

114 to 2 pint rate in 20 gallA) and hJgher rates with after treatment. 

higher volumes (3·4 pintsl40 galfA). The 3-4 pint 

rate in less than 40 gpa may cause foliage burn 

under hot dry conditions. 

Apply ETHREL e to bell peppers when 10% of fruit 

f 

are red and chocolate and to chili and pimento 

pepper varieties when 10 to 30% of fruit are red and 

chocolate and there is sufficient mature green fruit 

to produce desired tonnage. ETHREL e win not 

riDen ; . areen fruit. 

Use limitations 

00 not apply when prolonged average high temperatures of 9SoF after treatment are expected. 

Do not treat when temperatures exceed lOO"F. Applications made under high temperatures will accentuate fruit ripening. yellowing 

of foliage. defoliation and immature fruit abscission. 

Do not treat when average temperatures are below GO°F. Low temperatures after treatment may reduce or negate the effects of 

ETHREL e brand Ethephon Plant Regulator. 

Some yellowing and general aging ofleaves will be noted after treatment. 

Do not harvest peppers treated with ETHREL e brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than S days after last application. 

Do not exceed 4 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

NOTE: Under certain conditions tank mixtures of ETHREL ill' brand Ethephon Plant Regulator with desiccants containing sodium 

chlorate could result in the formation of hypochlorous acids which on heating will emit toxic chloride fumes. 

• BLACKBERRIES 

BLACKBERRIES IN OREGON AND WASHtNGTON: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will concentrate 

maturity and loosen fruit. improving harvesting efficiency while reduCing cane injury from mechanical harvest. 

ETHREL ® 

Crop Situation Pints/Acre Specific Directions Remarks 

IN OREGON 5-8 To loosen fruit and concentrate maturity. Use ETHREL e: 1) early in the harvest season to 

AND apply a foliar spray of ETHREL e at least 3 reduce the number of pickings or 2) treat later in 

WASHINGTON days prior to expected harvest when air the harvest season for a once-over final picking. 

(Cultivars temperatures are between 60°F and gO°F 

Chehalem and rain is not predicted within 24 hours. 

Thornless and Use sufficient volume to insure thorough 

Evergreen) and uniform wettinQ of foliaqe and fruit 

Use limitations 

Do not spray more than can be harvested on the third day following treatment as considerable fruit may drop. 

Use only at recommended times and rates on healthy. vigorous plants, as a reduction in berry size may occur. Do not use on 

damaged or diseased plants. 

Do not harvest blackberries treated with ETHREL e brand EthephOn Plant Regulator sooner than 3 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 8 pints of this product (21b ai ethephon) per acre per year. 

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BLUEBERRIES 

BLUEBERRIES: A foliar spray of ETHRElllf brand Ethephon Plant Regulator concentrates maturity of blueberries for easier and more 

efficient harvest. A foliar spray of ETHREL I!f brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will abort black barrenberry (Aronia melanocarpa) flowers 

andlor fruit growing in Maine lowbush blueberry fields reducing the number of undesirable barren berry fruit harvested with blueberries. 

Cr?p Situation 

CONCENTRATION 

OF MATURITY 

AND EARLIER 

FRUIT COLORING 

(Cultivars Bluecrop, 

Weymouth, Jersey, 

Rancocas, Rubel. 

Bluetta, Erliblue, 

Wolcott, Croatan, 

Murphy, Angola, 

Morrow, Garden 

Blue,_ Trifblue and 

'o'U " 

BLACK 

BARRENBERRY 

CONTROL IN LOW 

BUSH 

BLUEBERRIES IN 

MAINE 

Use Limitations 

4·8 

4 ·8 

I Directions 

Apply a foliar spray of ETHRElo brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator at a fate of 4 to 

a pints in 150 to 200 gallons per acre. 

Use the higher spray volume and rate on 

large dense foliage bushes or when 

temperatures are cool. Treat when air 

temperatures are 60" to 90" F. 

Thorough uniform spray coverage .Of 

foliage and fruit is essential for maximum 

fruit maturation and coloration. To aid 

uniform wetting of plants, use a wetting 

agent such as Triton B-1956 at 0.5 pint 

per 100 gallons or X-77 at 2.0 pints per 

100 gallons. 

Apply 4 to 8 pints per acre of ETHREL· 

brand Ethephon Plant Regulator in 

approximately 100 to 200 gallons per acre 

forground sprayers and approximately 10 

9allons per acre for aerial application. 

Thorough uniform spray coverage is 

~faS~~~i~1. To aid i~ ~~~i:?rm wetting pf 

a~-o: l%u~,ett" ' """'" such as X·77 

Remarks 

To concentrate first harvest, apply ETHREL" 

brand Ethephon Plant Regulator when 15 to 20% 

of the berries are blue. To concentrate final 

harvest, treat after the first or second picking. 

Harvest blueberries at proper maturity when 

colored, generally one to two weeks after 

treatment. Observe fruit daily as the proper 

picking period for optimum internal and external 

quality is shorter with ETHREl II> brand Ethephon 

Plant Regulator treated fruit than with untreated 

fruit. High temperatures (900 F) accelerate fruit 

ripening. 

ETHREL" treatments may increase fruit with 

stems, slightly decrease fruit size, soluble solids 

and acidity. ETHREl- not induce internal 

. I nlnlV as fruit c'oloL 

Use the lower rates of ETHREL<II brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator when black 

barren berries are between 90 to 100% petal fall 

and use the higher rates of ETHREL <II when 

black barren berry fruit is 1/8 to 3/16 inch in 

diameter. This is generally 7 to 10 days after 

blueberries are in the same stages of 

development Harvest blueberry fruit when ripe, 

generally 6 to 8 weeks after application. 

Applications to cultivars other than those listed above may cause excessive steminess and/or premature crops . 

• Make no more than one application per season . 

• If used for barrenberry control in Maine. do not make a second application for blueberry concentration of maturity or coloring. 

_ 00 not treat blueberry plants under drought stress or exceSSively high temperatures as defoliation and reduced yield may result. 

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CANTALOUPES 

CANTALOUPES IN CAlIFORNtA, ARIZONA, AND TEXAS: A foliar spray of ETHREl ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes 

abscission (slipping) of fruit allowing more efficient and economical harvesting. 

Crop Situation ~.' 

,0 

, , Directions Remarks 

CALIFORNIA. 3 Good spray coverage is The effect wi!! be faster at higher temperatures. Proper timing of 

ARIZONA, important for producing ETHREle treatment is critical, but may vary from season to 

TEXAS uniform abscission. Use season. Fruit quality, in terms of soluble solids and flesh color. 

40 or more gallons/acre for does not improve follOWing treatment. Therefore, ETHREll'll 

ground and 10 or more should not be used until after fruit has developed marketable 

gallons/acre for aerial levels of soluble solids and flesh color. ETHREL 13> promotes application. (Aeria! abscission of immature fruit as well as marketable fruit. Thus, applications are only using ETHREL os too soon wi!! result in poorly colored fruit with permitted in Texas. ) substandard solub!e solids. 

Be prepared to harvest Observe treated fields frequently and pick fruit when market abscised fruit 2 to 5 days quality is reached. Fruit allowed to remain in the field too long wi!! after treatment. The exact 

pre-harvest interval wi!! vary 

lose quality. Some yellowing or rapid aging of vines wi!! be seen 

with temperature. Be sure following treatment. Plants with low vigor wi!! not respond 

to coordinate your properly. Do not plant another crop within 30 days after 

i with treatment. 

, V'lUr I 

Use Limitations 

ETHREL G brand Ethephon Plant Regulator should not be applied when night temperatures are below 60~F. 

Treat only those fruit that haVe a fairly uniform fruit set, have vInes in good condition, and have fruit with marketable solub!e solids 

and internal flesh color. Do not treat fields where soluble solids are running less than 10%. 

Do not harvest cantaloupes treated with ETHREL e brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 2 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 3 pints of this product (0.75 !b ethephon) per acre per year. 

MISTLETOE REMOVAL 

DWARF AND LEAFY MtsTLETOE REMOVAL: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regu!ator wi!! remove dwarl 

mistletoe shoots in ornamental conifers and leafy mistletoe from ornamental deciduous trees. 

, Crop Situation "' ' ® 

Directions Remarks 

DWARF 2 pints App!y as a foliar spray to dwarl Applications made in conjunction with sylvicultura! 

MISTLETOE ON per mistletoe shoots before mistletoe mistletoe management will prevent spread of the 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallons seed dispersal. For effective mistletoe parasIte to other parts of the tree and 

removal, aU mistletoe shoots must other trees. 

DOUGLAS FIR 1 pint be sprayed to wet. Use of a non- Mature needle drop, that norma!1y occurs in the 

ORNAMENTALS per ionic surlactant at recommended fall, may be hastened by the use of ETHREL· . 

20 gallons rates may increase effectiveness. 

AP~~:;~tjons of hi;~:;~t~~o~~ Doug!as fir may Treat any mistletoe regrowth before 

LEAFY MISTLETOE 2 quarts Make applications after faU leaf large mistletoe infections and mistletoe found in 

ON per drop through mid-winter. For mesquite may be difficult to control with a single 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallons effective removal, all mistletoe application and retreatment may be necessary. 

DECIDUOUS shoots must be sprayed to wet. 

TREES Use of a non-ionic surfactant at 

recommended rates may increase 

effectiveness. Any mistletoe 

should be treated during 

I thelabeted i 

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FRUIT ELIMINATION 

(Ornamental Use Only) 

UNDESIRABLE FRU!T ELIMINATION: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regu!ator will reduce or eliminate 

undesirable fruit development on apple, crabapple, carob and olive trees. 

r,m i E~HREL • 

Directions Remarks 

APPLES 8 to 12 ounces Apply as a foliar spray at the flower Application must be made before fruit set for best 

CRABAPPLES p" bud to full bloom stage. prior to fruit results. 

set. Wet foliage thoroughly. Over Do not treat weak trees Of trees under stress 20 gallons application of ETHREL e Plant (drought, insect or disease damaged trees) as 

Regulator can result in excessive excessive leaf drop or twig drop can result. 

leaf drop andlor tree defoliation. 

Use Some leaf drop or temporary leaf yellowing may 

hig~~re co~f.tes when 

occur after treatment. 

CAROB 6 ounces Apply as a foliar spray. Wet aJi Do nOI use on small red fruited varieties of 

(Ceralonia siliqua) p'" raftage thoroughly. Amount of spray crabapple as fruit elimination will not be 

II 

wi" depend on tree size. satisfactory. 

12 ounces 

(Olea europaea) per 

I 

"This recommendation is not intended to be used on commercial fruit production as a thinning agent. 

TURF 

An application of Ethrel slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of clippings 

collected. 

SITES RATE APPl]CATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Failways, RoughS & Commercial 6 n. oz.l1000 n.2 Apply to actively growing turf. It will 0.5-4.0 galsl1000 ft2 

Turfgrasses, including Bentgrass require 7·10 days for ETHREL® to 

• (Fairway cut), Kentucky act. Reapplication intervals: 

Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

Tall & Fine Fescue Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

TalVFine Fescue·4 wks. 

BentQrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried, 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. ETHREL® is foHarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

tUrfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soU concltions, drought, d'lsease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with ETHREL® is not necessary. 

ETHREL® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEtTHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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 PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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 LIABILITY 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, IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

•

purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

ned States . 

• 

RhOne-Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

AMID-THIN® Wand FRUITONE*' N are registered trademarks of RhOne·Poulenc licensed by AMVAC. 

ETHREL is a registered trademark of RhOne-Poulenc. 

ETHREL C!l brand Ethephon Plant Regulator (MASTER) Approved 1 t/8/99 

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• 

UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Nick Somma 

Rh6ne-Poulenc Ag Company 

2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

P. O. Box 12014 

NOV 8 m; OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

Subject: Ethrel® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator/Chipco® 

Brand Proxy® 

EPA Registration Number 264-267 

Your label amendment dated October 18, 1999 

Dear Mr. Somma, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is. acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

~abeling before you release the product for shipment. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

/5) 

Cynthia L. Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7S0SC) 

Label stamped "Accepted" 

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® ETH REL brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

For Commercial Or Agricultural Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Tobacco, Tomatoes, Cherries, Grapes, Apples, Walnuts, Peppers, Blackberries, 

Blueberries and Cantaloupes, for the removal of Dwarf Mistletoe in Ornamental Conifers and 

Le;.'y Mistletoe in Ornamental Deciduous Trees and for the elimination of undesirable fruit on 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264·267 EPA Est. No. 264·PA-ll1 

• 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

Si usted no entiende [a etiquela. busque a alguien para que se [a explique a usted en delalle. 

(If you do not understand the [abel, find someone 10 explain it 10 you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1..g00-334~7577 

For PROOUCT USE Information Call 1..800·334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant grO'l'lth. regulation uses is covered by United Stales and foreign patents including 

U.S. Patent 4,240,819. No ncense is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not 

contemplaled by this labet. Uabili1Y for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

~Ni>Eg 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

• • •••• •• • 

•••• • • 

•••• 

•••• PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) • • ••••• • ••• 

Applicators ana olher handlers must wear long-steeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves. ~A.'. ·plus sock.,. and protective 

eyewear. • •• . , . V\tlen handlers use dosed systems, enclosed ca-bs. or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the\'Wrker Proteclion 

Standard for agricultural pesticides (VoA'S) [40 CFR 170.240 (d) (4-6)1, the handler PPE requirements may be redO~tl, modified as 

specified in the \flIPS. • ••• 

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Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with th'IS products concentrate, Do 

not reuse them, Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instrucllons for washables, use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other taundry. 

User 

Users should wash hands before eating, drink'lng, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

fli ,~i I :xi i -:ff;h fflW s~t:l1)J l7arfiO~ lUi 

As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present Ot to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury or reduced yields may result, 

Do not plant another crop within 30 days after treatment 

~RAYDRIFT 

.oid spray drift. Do not apply when weather conditions may cause drift. Do not allow this product to drift on to non·target areas. Drift 

may result in illegal residues or injury to adjacent crops and vegetation, in the form of teaf yellowing and defoliation. To avoid spray 

drift, DO NOT apply aerially when wind speed is greater than 10 mph or during periods of temperature inversions. Use of larger 

droplet size will also reduce spray drift. 

AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICATOR. 

The interaction of many equipment-and-weatheHelated 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 requiremenls 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 3/4 the length of the wingspan or rotor. 

2. Nozzles must always point backward parallel with the air stream and never be pointed downwards more than 45 degrees. 

Wiere states have more stringent regulations, they should be observed. 

The applicator should be familiar with and take i~to account the information covered in the Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory below: 

AERIAL DRIFT REDUCTION ADVISORY 

~ORMA TION ON DROPLET SlZE "e 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. 

Pressure - Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer's recommended pressures. For many nozzle types lower pressure produces larger 

droplets. 'iI\t'Ien higher flow rates are needed, use higher flow rate nozzles instead of increasing pressure. 

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 JiIo~~~ than other 

orienlations 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 fypes, narrower spray angles produce 

larger droplets. Consider using low_drift nozzles. Solid stream nozzles oriented straight back procGJ(*:t11e laryest aroplets and the 

lowest drift. • • :... • 

•••••• • •• BOOM LENGTH • • •• • ••• 

• • For some use patterns. reducing the effective boom length to less than 3/4 of the wingspan or rotor-lel'lgth may wPll'ier reduce drift 

without reducing swath width. ..:.. • • 

APPUCATION HEIGHT : •••• 

•••• Applications should not be made at a height greater than 10 feet above the top of the target plants unless a great'V ht;jght is requIred 

for aircraft safety. Mak'lng applications at the lowest height that is safe reduces exposure of droptets to evaporation~~lhd. 

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SWATH ADJUSTMENT 

Wlen applications are made with a crosswind, the swath will be displaced downwind. Therefore, on the up and downwind edges of 

the freId, the applicator shoutd compensate for this displacement by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment 

distance should itlcrease, with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.). 

WtND 

Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds of 2 - 10 mph. However, many factors, including droplet size and equipment type 

determine drift potentiat at any given speed, Application should be avoided below 2 mph due to variabte wind direction and high 

inversion potential. NOTE: Loca[ terrain can influence wind patterns. Every applicator should be familiar with loca[ wind patterns and 

how they affect spray drift. 

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 

Wlen making applications in low relative humidity, set up equipment to produce larger droplets to compensate for evaporation. 

Drop[et evaporation is most severe when conditions are both hot and dry. 

TEMPERATURE tNVERSIONS 

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 

attitude 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 

t

o the morning. Their presence can be indicated by ground fog; however, if fog is not present, inversions can also be identified by 

movement of smoke from a ground source or an aircraft smoke generator. Smoke that [ayers and moves [aterally in a 

oncentrated cloud (under [ow wind conditions) indicates an inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly dissipates 

indicates good vertical air mixing. 

SENStT[VE AREAS 

The pesticide should only be applied when the potential for drift to adiacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential areas, bodies of water, 

known habitat for threatened or endangered species, non-target crops) is minimal (e.g. when wind is blowing away from the sensitive 

areas). 

IMPORTANT: 00 not apply ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator through any type of irrigation system. 

00 not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the [abe!. 

Do not exceed the rate of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator per acre per year recommended on this [abe!. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

[t [s 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 Only protected handlers 

be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consull the agency responsible for 

regulations. Read entire labe[ before using this product. 

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS 

this product only in accordance with its [abeling and with the IfJorker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This standard 

i requirements for the protection of agriCUltural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of 

. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It a[s"o~~~:~::~:~1 and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equipment (PPE), n 

restricted·entry intervals. The requirements in thIs box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by 

Standard. 

not enter or allow worker entty into treated areas during the restricted-entry interval (REt) of 48 hours. The RE[ is 72 hours in 

average rainfall is less than 25 inches per year. 

required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the IfJorker Protection Standard and that if'I.V0[v~ contact 

that has been treated such as plants, soil or water is coveralls over long-s[eeved shirt and long pants: 'ttttlMica[ ,",1'1,,"'1 

as any waterproof gloves, chemical resistant footwear plus socks, and protective eyewear. For oVllrhilad exposure, 

i headgear is also required. .' •• 

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STORAGE 

00 not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PEST[CIDE DISPOSAL 

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equivalent). Then 

state and local 

or or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration, 

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ETHREL®BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR· 

Promotes eartter, uniform colOring of mature FLUE-CURED TOBACCO. Promotes earner coloration and maturity of TOMATOES, 

GRAPES, APPLES, and PEPPERS. Loosens CHERRIES, WALNUTS, and APPLES for eartier, more efficient harvest. Promotes fruit 

abscission (slipping) in CANTALOUPES. Increases dormant,fruit bud hardiness and delayed spring bloom of S\O\£ET CHERRIES in 

the Pacific Northwest. Accelerates BLACKBERRY ripening and loosening. Concentrates BLUEBERRY maturity and aids in 

barrenberry control. Removes dwarf misUetoe from ORNAMENTAL CONIFERS. and leafy mistletoe from ORNAMENTAL 

DECIDUOUS TREES. Eliminates undesirable fruit onAPPLE. CRABAPPLE, CAROB. Md OLIVE trees. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gaftons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult your Extension Pomologist, Horticullural Specialist, RMne-Poulenc Ag Company Represenlalive or Farm 

Advisor for his experience with this producl In your area. 

APPLICATION VOLUMES AND SPRAY COVERAGE 

Thorough spray coverage is essential to achieve maximum product effecliveness. Spray coverage is affecled by choice of equipmenl, 

nozzle seleclion and spray boom setup as welt as spray pressure, planl size and canopy density. For both air and ground 

applicalions, il is important to choose an equipment selup thaI will assure thorough coverage of plant canopy (foliage and fruit). The 

actual spray volume required will vary with the size and density of the plant canopy and Ihe equipment used. In Califomia and Arizona 

use a volume of no less than 5 gallons per acre for aerial applications. 

_E PRECAUTIONS 

~O NOT MIX ETHREL® WTH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution 10 stand overnight. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as thIs product will cause modification in plant growth. Planl injury or reduced y'felds will result. Do 

not plant another crop within 30 days after treatment. 

Do not use ETHREL e brand Elhephon Plant Regulator wilh additives other than recommended on this labet. 

Avoid spills of concenlrated product on spray equipment or airptane parts, 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS V\1TH PLENTY OF WATER AS ETHREL«l BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR IS 

CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nalure of Ihis product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

melals, 

R'fllse thoroughly alt exposed acryt'fC>.plastic malerials and painted surfaces with a delergent and water wilhin one hour afler exposure 

to spray deposits . 

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TOBACCO 

(Flue·Cured Only) 

TOBACCO {FLUE-CURED}: A foliar spray of ETHREl® brand Elhephon Plant Regulator promotes early, uniform Myellowing" of 

mature tobacco. ETHREl® reduces cur"rng time, allowing more efficient use of curing barn space, and increased control over harvest 

schedules, 

ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator increases the capacity of the curing barn by shortening the curing time and allows 

adjustments in harvest schedules. ETHREL ® can be used as a directed spray to the bottom or middle portion of the tobacco plant or 

as an over-the-top spray. ETHREL ® is not intended or recommended for use on immature tobacco. 

i "' ,.'~~L® , Directions 

DIRECTED 4 Use drop nozzles. Choose TG or OC spray tips designed to apply 50 - 60 9pa at 35-40 psi and 

SPRAY at tractor speed of 2·3 mph. Use 2 nozzles per row; one on each side of the row dropped low 

APPLICATION enough to direct the spray to the leaves to be ripened and harvested. Thorough spray 

coverage Is essential. Wth a directed spray, be sure to harvest all leaves with 20% or more 

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4-8 Treat only when leaves remaining on the stalk are mature. To ensure remaining leaves are 

mature, test spray several tobacco plants as described under the section "Apprrcation Timing" . 

. Use the lower rate in a normally mature crop when experience indicates that m'uilmum ripening 

inducement is required. Use the higher rate when the crop is heavy and has a tendency to be 

more rank or when temperatures are lower than normal. Atways test spray to determine If the 

tobacco is mature enough to respond to treatment with ETHREL®. 

Apply over-the-top ETHREl® spray as a fine mist using three nozzles (one nozzle . ".'" center of the plant, and one on each side) to assure all leaves are covered 

! Ihe i i conlml , Use. so'.y I "060 psi. 

USE LIMITATIONS 

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00 not apply ETHREl® brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator to immature leaves as this can result in unsatisfactory coloring, weight 

loss and reduced leaf quality. 

Do not allow the crop to over ripen in the field after using ETHREl ® brand Ethephon Ptant Regulator, since this may cause some 

reduction in yield and quality. 

Do not treat before anticipated major storm which could prevent harvest and result in crop loss . 

Do not apply ETHREl® brand Ethephon Plant Regulatorif rain 15 expected within 6 hours . 

Do not harvest tobacco treated with ETHREl ® brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator sooner than 2 days after application. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 8 pints of this product (2 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

APPLICATION TIMING 

Successful results with ETHREl ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator call for treatment when leaves are mature, not overly rank green 

when sprayed. To easily determine the proper treatment timing and the number of leaves per stalk ready for harvest. test spray 

several plants in more than one location in each field and observe the response. Mature leaves will begin to yellow in 24 to 72 hours. 

Test leaves that fail to yellow in 72 hours are not mature and are not ready for ETHREL® treatment. Vllait a few days to permit further 

natural maturing, then make another test spray or "maturity" check. • • 

•••••• Determine acres to treat by first confirming the number of leaves per plant that w'di color, then use bam capacfty to calculate the 

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ounce to each test plant covering all leaves with a fine mist. ETHREL ® will not color immature leaves.:··:·: • 

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cond~ions. limit use of higher rates to cool (beJow 65-F at the time of treatment) slow ripening conditionl... • • ••• 

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dependent; cool weather will delay, while hot, sunny weather can speed up the process. Harvest treated tobacco" ... Oeg1eaves have 

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quality loss or leaf drop, closely mon~or treated crop and weather conditions. 

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CURING ETHREL® BRAND ETHEPHON PLANT REGULATOR TREATED TOBACCO 

Curing procedures are as much an art as a science and each cure must be judged on the basis of tobacco condition, interval between 

treatment and harvest, weather and type of curing facility before prescription temperature and ventilation schedules can be 

established. To obtain maximum quality, care must be laken to observe and conlrollhe CUr"1l19 process dosely, especially during the 

fate ~coloring~ and early "drying~ stages of the leaf. 

Ethephon treated tobacco will have started the coloring process when harvested, reducing the time required in the coloring phase of 

curing. Treated tobacco should be dried faster. If tobacco leaves are green or contain some green when harvested, it may be 

necessary to color them for a few hours. If the leaves are completety yellow, temperature and ventilation must be adjusted in a 

manner to dry the tobacco as fast as possible without scalding. Once the leaf Is dried (3/4 dry), you should follow normal procedures 

for curing. Since ETHREle treated leaves cure faster, treated and untreated leaves should not be cured together in the same bam. 

TOMATOES 

TOMATOES (PROCESSED): A foliar spray of ETHREl® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator accelerates and concentrates tomato 

ripening increasing recoverable fruit yield from a once-over harvest. Plant Regulator application starts the normal ripening process 

earlier and increases the rate of ripening of mature green fruit concentrating maturity. Concentrated maturity enables high recoverable 

yields of ripe tomatoes in once-over harvest. Early concentrated maturily extends the normal harvest season and helps growers 

schedule harvest and handling more effectively. 

e,MATOES (FRESH MARKET IN CALIFORNIA): A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator acceterates tomato 

npening increasing the early yields of marketable ripe fruit. 

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Crop Situation Specific Directions 

PROCESS 11/4-31/4 Apply when 5% to 15% of the fruit in 

TOMATOES the field are red and pink (indudlng 

Early and breakers) and there ,. sufficient 

Midseason Crops mature green fruit to produce the 

or Warm desired tonnage. 

Conditions Under high temperatures (above 85 

F), rates as low as 1 1/4 pintslacre 

can be effective. 

Thorough coverage Is essential. For 

ground 0' air applicafton choose 

eqUipment and spray volumes that 

will assure uniform spray coverage.~ 

foliage and fruit Overdosing from 

overlapping swaths or spray nozzle 

pattems can cause severe fOliage 

injury. If bands are sprayed over the 

row, reduce the amount of ETHREL €I 

used In proportion to the area 

actually treated. 

'r~rte:tt~~c fields dosety and If,u' 

Remarks 

Apply ETHREL «I when desired tonnage of fruH has 

reached marketable size and maturity. Check fields 

dosely for stage and degree of uniform maturity prior to 

application. Sample several plants throughout the field 

to detennine proper spray date. Sort, weigh end 

calculate the percent fruit which is red and pink, induding 

breakers. Fruit size alone is not an adequate indicator. 

Observe spedfic directions to determine treatment stage 

for your situation. Walk treated fields frequently to 

evalUate ",op condition. Maintain normal culturel 

practice between treatment and harvest. Timely harvest 

is essential for maximum return of high qualily fruit. 

Consult processor representatives concerning delivery 

schedules and quotas prior to application of ETHRELe. 

Consult your local Rh6ne-Poulenc Ag Company 

Representative, Extension Horticultural Specialist 0' 

Farm Advisor for suggestions on the proper use of 

ETHREL® when fields have variabla plant vigor due to 

differences in soil conditions or cultural practices and for 

rates of fruit ripening as affected by temperature, within 

the rate and timing limitations shown on the label. 

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Crop Situation .".' n~""· Specific Directions Remarks 

PROCESS 3114-6112 Apply when 5% to 30% of fruit in the field are red and pink Harvest at proper maturity. 

TOMATOES (including breakers) and there is sufficient mature green Temperatures above 9O'F may 

Late Season or fruit to produce the desired tonnage. Maximum response cause fruit to ripen sooner whereas 

Coastal crops or is achieved when fruit 10 be treated is 5 10 15% pink and temperatures below 65e F retard 

Cool Conditions red. Use the higher rate of ETHREL 0 when nighttime natural color development and may 

temperatures are cool (below 65-F) or vegetative growth i,s extend the time between treatment 

dense. Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or a.ir and harvest. 

. assure , ; ch~~~~ay 1 i and spray volumes that will 

FRESH MARKET 11/4 - 5 Apply ETHREL ® when desired tonnage of fruit has reached Check trealed fruit frequently and 

TOMATOES marketable size and maturity, generally 3to 6 days before harvest at desired maturity. Wlen 

; ; desired harvest date. Expect only one harvest from treated programming harvest, spray a 

areas. different block each day and 

Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air harvest blocks daily in the same 

application choose equipment and spray volumes that will sequence. 

assure uniform spray coverage 

Use the higher rate and longer preharvest inlerval on late 

season crops, when temperatures are cool (generally 

below S5'F) and foliage is dense. Under high 

temperatures, rates as low as 1 1/4 pints per acre have 

been effective while reducing foliage damage particularly 

on mo,"· . seeab;ve. 

Use LimitatIons 

Do not apply before there is sufficient mature green fruit to produce the desired tonnage. ETHREL II brand Ethephon Plant 

Regulator will not ripen immature green fruit. 

Some yellowing and general aging of foliage may be observed following treatment. 

Do not treat plants with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, disease or insect damage. 

Treatment of weak plants will result in rapid loss of foliage cover increasing sunburn and sun scald potential, especially under high 

temperature conditions. _DO not treat when sustained temperatures above 105°F are anlicipated. 

• Do not treat sensitive varieties during period when temperatures exceed 100"F. Foliar damage is more severe on certain varieties 

such as VF 10, VF 3 f5, VF 145, 21-4, and 13L. During periods of high temperatures use the lower rates on sensitive varieties. 

• Do not tank mix with sun protection products, sun protection whiteners, spray adjuvants or other additives. 

Do not apply ETHREL II brand Ethephon Plant Regulator to more acreage than can be harvested in 2 to 3 days. 

Do not appty ETHREL® brand Ethephoo Plant Regulalor to varieties known to soften rapidly or shatter when ripe. 

Do not use on greenhouse tomatoes. 

Do not harvest tomatoes treated with Ethref® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 3 days after last application. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. Do not exceed 6.5 pints of this product (1.63 lb ethephon) per acre per year. 

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CHERRIES 

Except California 

CHERRIES: A fonar spray of ETHREl® brand Elhephon Plant Regulator loosens fruit and promotes early uniform ripening, and 

reduces the shaker force needed to mechanically harvest fruit. These effects are important for increasing efficiency, recoverable 

yields, maintaining fruit quality and reducing tree injury. DO NOT USE ON CHERRIES IN CALIFORNIA. A fall appfication of 

ETHREl ® to sweet cherries in the Pacific Northwest area increases dormant bud hardiness and delays bloom the following spring. 

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Crop Situation Specific Directions 

TART Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sufficient water for 

CHERRIES 1 thorough, uniform coverage, The optimum spray 

volume W~IJ u~:~~nd on tree size, planting density and 

Concen- Concentrate sprays. generally less than 100 gallons 

trate Spray per acre, require uniform coverage for optimum 

213 to 1 response. 

Dilute Spray Apply as a dilute spray with sufficient water f~ 

CHERRIES 3t04 thorough uniform coverage. Actual volume will depend 

(varieties such as on the type of delivery, sprayer used and size of trees. 

lNindsor. Use low rates on the light or yellow*colored varieties. 

Napoleon-Royal 

Anne, Emperor 

Francis) 

Concen* Concentrate sprays, generally less than 100 gallons 

trate Spray per acre, require uniform coverage for optimum 

2-3 response. 

INCREASED 3 Treat in first two weeks of September. 

DORMANT 

FRUIT BUD 

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Not for use on cherries In California 

Do not treat too early as this can cause early fruit drop with stems attached. 

Some gummosis of cherry trees is associated with treatmenl. 

High temperatures during and after application may cause severe gummosis. 

Do not treat trees that had severe gummosis the previous year as tree damage will result. 

Remarks 

Expect a longer treatment to 

harvest interval with lower rates. 

A fall application of ETHREL ® will 

increase fruit bud hardiness by 

decreasing the chance for winler 

injury and delaying bloom by 3 to 

S days which may help avoid frost 

injury. Treatment of early 

flowering varteties may delay 

bloom to better coincide with 

potnnation from other varieties. 

Do nol apply to trees that are of low vigor or have experienced severe stress (such as winter injury, drought. or disease), since 

gummosis will be excessive, particularly when high temperatures and/or drought follow treatment. : ••• :. 

If possible, irrigate orchards to prevent drought stress resulting in gummosis. • 

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and the presence of ground color (change from bright green to yellow background color). Treat wilen air~empemtures are between 

60 and 85~F. Do not treat when air temperatures exceed 8S"F. Uniform coverage is important.-80MElntrated sPraYs associated 

with erratic application can result in gummosis and tip dieback. • • '" • • ••• 

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Slight gummosis and indIvidual fruit size reduction may result with fall application bud hardiness tre·a·tment. .:. 

Follow use rates listed above for labeled uses. 00 not exceed 4.0 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ethephon) per acra.per.year. 

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GRAPES 

(Only in California and Arizona) 

GRAPES (TABLE GRAPES IN CALIFORNIA AND ARIZONA): An application of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

promotes early uniform color development on table grape varieties such as Cardinal, Emperor, Flame seedless, Red Malaga, Queen 

and Tokay allowing more efficient harvests of quality fruit. 

GRAPES (RAISIN PRODUCTION): A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator will hasten maJurity of Thompson 

seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, increased sugars and increased raisin quality. 

Crop Situatlon 

TABLE GRAPES 

(such as 

Cardinal, Flame 

Seedless, Red 

and .,,' 

TOKAY GRAPES 

RAIStN 

PRODUCTtON 

(Thompson 

Seedless) 

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Specific Directions Remarks 

For high temperatures conditions Harvest fruJl at desired maturity and quality as indicaledh~~ 

(above 85F) use lower rales of sugar conlent, acidity and color. This is generally two 

1/2 to 1 pint per acre. For low or more after treatment. VVatch treated areas 

temperatures conditions (but closely and harvest before berries become too dark. Fo, 

above 65F) us. higher rates, more information regarding 10caJ experiences with this 

Apply in sufficient water to wet ,~~ grapes, consult your Farm Advisor or Extension 

vines and fruit clusters uniformly, , 

using conventional ground 

I berrle;- Sho!;:tl:~en 5 - 30% of 

I !r~: Toka~sco~~r~n 5 - 15% of 

I ~~!'.!~ . as a foliar spray at 5% I~. foliar spray of ETHREL e will hasten maturity ,of I ~~~ o~~ftening, Treat when 5 - I .11 Seedless grapes resulting in reduced acids, 

berries show color. increased sugars and increased raisin quality. For more 

information regarding local experience with this product on I ~:Jt~~'~I~" consul! your Farm Advisor or Extension 

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• Rates higher than 1 pinVA may increase the lncidence of cracked fruit and should be used only in areas or during weather 

conditions where grapes have been especially hard-to-color in past seasons . 

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Influence storage considerations. 

Do not store Tokays. 

• Do not harvest grapes treated with ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 14 days after last application. 

• Do nol exceed 2 pints of this product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

Raisin Production (Thompson Seedtess) 

Do not apply to grapes under stress from insect damage or moisture stress. Observe treated vineyards closely and harvest at 

proper maturity as determined by sugar acid tevels. 

Do not exceed 2 pints of this product (0.5 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

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APPLES 

APPLES: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes fruil maturity and loosens apples, making harvest by 

hand or machine easier and more efficient. ETHREL ® applied in combination with FRUITONE® N to control pre.harvest drop 

stimulates early development of red color and ripening without loosening fruit Applied to young trees, ETHREL ® will suppress 

vegetative growth and promote flower bud formation. 

Crop Situation 

FRUIT LOOSENING 

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MATURING 

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Apply a foliar spray to apple Irees 7 to 14 

days prior to normal anticipated harvest. 

Use sufficient water for thorough uniform 

spray coverage. The type of sprayer 

used and size of trees will effect votume 

required. 

Observe fruit daily as the proper picking 

period is shorter with ETHREL0 uc<Ou::u 

fruit than untreated fruit. 

Remarks 

ETHREL fJ provides several benefidal responses 

on apples. Depending on rate and time of 

appUcation ETHREL e will: promote fruit 

loosening, promote uniform ripening and cororing 

without loosening, promote thinning and return 

bloom, and increase flower bud development in 

young trees. For desired response, follow 

specific directions. 

Treat when air temperatures are between 60· F 

and 90· F. However, application may be made at 

50· F under rising temperature conditions. If 

daytime temperatures are warm, color response 

from ETHREL ill treatment will be reduced, but 

ripening and loosening effects will be accelerated. 

Cool weather may extend the interval between 

treatment and harvest. 

2. LATE MATURING 5 00 not allow fruit to become overripe on trees. 

VARIETtES IN Fruit intended for fresh market must be checked 

THE EASTERN for quality and maturity. Color alone is not an 

UNITED STATES adequate guide for fruit maturity. Use a pressure 

(varieties gauge or other suitable methods for determining 

maturing later internal maturity. Fruit over-matured when 

than MCintosh) harvested and stored may soften sooner than 

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preharvest drop control chemical be harvested In 1 to 2 days . 

• Plfnr:iIN(.t~~ RED registered for use on apples such as the Treated fruit can be satisfactorily held in cold air 

~~ FRUITONEiItI N. Use. }h~ storage provided fruit is in good condition. 

LOOSENING 

1. EARLYOR 

MIOSEASON 

MATURING 

VARIETIES 

(varieties 

maturing with 

Mcintosh or 

earlier) 

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preharvest drop control 

according to label directions. Begin Since recommendations for chemical control of 

spraying 2 to 3 weeks before normal preharvest drop va/)' according to location and 

harvest period and about 1 to 2 weeks variety, follow dlrections on the FRUITON~ N 

before desired harvest date. label. tn addition, you may consult your local 

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~:;:·:;:; water for thorough uniform 

Actual volume will depend on 

the type of delive/)' of sprayer used and 

size of trees. 

Use the lower rate for apples intended for 

extension Pomologist or Horticulturist for his 

recommendations. 

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THINNING AND 

RETURN BLOOM 

1. Most Varieties 

2. Oifficuillo Thin 

Varieties Such 

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Delicious 

INCREASED 

FLOVVER BUD 

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DIrections 

Treat 10 to 20 days after fun bloom. 

For greater thinning, this product can 

be mixed with AMIO-THIN® W, 

SEVIN® brand 4F Carbaryl 

Insecticide, SEVIN" brand 80 WSP 

Carbaryl Insecticide. SEVIN® brand 

80 S Carbaryl Insecticide or SEVIN€! 

brand XLR Plus Carbaryl Insecticide 

for use on apples in accordance with 

the most restrictive of the AMI[)" 

THINe W, SEVIN® and ETHREL* 

labellimilations and precautions. No 

label dosage rales should be 

exceeded. ETHREL ¢I cannot be 

mixed with any product containing a 

label proh'rbition against such mixing. 

Consult local extension 

recommendations. 

Addition of a non-ionic surfactant 

can enhance treatment 

effectiveness. 

Buffering spray solution to a pH of3 

to 5 can improve performance where 

water is alkaline. 

Use a spray volume I' to 

, and 

Spray treeS thoroughly and uniformly 

to the point of runoff. Use the higher 

rate on more vigorous trees. 

Treat 2 to 4 weeks after full bloom. 

TO_~,~I?,minimize fru'lt th'lnning, delay 

i until 6 weeks after full 

I I aft. , ci,op, 

Remarks 

Regulating cropping from one season to another is 

a problem. V\ohenever a high percent of the spurs 

and lateral buds bloom in a single season severe 

alternate bearing can develop the following year. 

To overcome this problem use ETHREL4Dc or a 

combination of ETHREL €I plus AMID-THIN* W or 

ETHREL €I plus one of the SEVIN® products listed 

under Specific Directions applied 7 to 21 days after 

full bloom. The program to use will depend on the 

amount of thinning required and the biennial 

bearing history of your orchard. 

Expect Red Delicious to show a reduction of "type~ 

and fruit size particularly on trees under stress. 

Use of higher label rates may reduce fruit size. 

To increase flower bud development on norr 

bearing trees apply a foliar spray of ETHREL f) 2 to 

4 weeks after bloom. 

;;::~~;~ln:, can result in excessive fruit thinning and 

i size and yield reduction the year of 

usage. ETHREL ® should reduce vegetative growth 

and increase flowering the following spring. Trees 

should be large enough to support a crop of apples 

before treatment to initiate flower buds. 

The use of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator can result in over thinning and reduced fruit size. 

Avoid double coverage and use on loW vigor trees. 

Environmental factors can affect thinning and return bloom, it is advisable to obtain experience under your conditions by initially 

testing only a small percent of your trees each year with anyone program, 

User must consider risk of excessive fruit thinning and fruit size reduction when using ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator 

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Treat only vigorous trees since excessive growth reduction will result on weak trees, 

For best resurts a thorough uniform spray is needed. A wetting agent may improve spray coverage, 

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Do not harvest apples treated with ETHREL €I brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 7 days P'il~ LaPt appi~islp~ 

Fruit size reduction may occur when used to oblai~ early maturity, especially if fruit is small at time of treatment. •••••• 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator applied earlier than 3 weeks betore normal anticipatlcfflA~st may·res·ult in reduced 

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WALNUTS IN CALJFORNIA~ A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Elhephon Plant ReguJalor will loosen walnuts for increased efficiency 

of mechanical harvest, promote earlier harvest, improve hull removal, and increase recoverable yields from a once-overharvest. 

California 3-5 

USE LIMITATIONS 

Specific Directions 

spray 

of to 900 ppm. Refer to spray ETHREL® 

preparation chart below. Under low 

temperatures andlor low humidity conditions 

use the higher label rates. Expect less time 

between application and harvest with higher 

Jabel rates. 

For best resurts treat when air temperatures 

are between 600F and 95°F. Expect reduced 

effectiveness if above gOOF with low humidity 

due to spray evaporation. 

Thorough uniform coverage of walnut hulls is 

essential for maximum hull split and nut 

loosening response. Choose equipment that 

provides maximum spray penetration of the 

entire tree canopy. Use large air carrier 

sprayers where tree size jeopanflzes coverage. 

Or volute sprayer attachments may help. 

Remarks 

halves 

Collect nut samples from throughout the tree 

canopy when determining percent nut maturity. 

Advancing Harvest- Apply when 95-100% of the 

nuts have reached maturity. Inspect frequently 

and harvest as soon as adequate hullabilily 

occurs generally 10·16 days after treatment 

depending on variety and weather conditions. 

Plan second shake 10-12 days after first shake. 

Once Over Harvest· Variety. growing conditions 

and weather affect maturity and the opportunity 

for once over harvest. Contact a local fieldman 

or Farm Advisor to determine if once over 

harvest can be expected in your silualion. Apply 

to mature walnuts to days prior to expected 

harvest date. Expect actual harvest to range 

from 7-12 days after treatment. 

Treatmenl prior to packing tissue brown (malure) stage may reduce nut quality. 

Some leaf drop is associated with treatment. 

Do not treat diseased, low vigor or moisture stressed trees as excessive leaf drop may occur, 

Assure that dosage rates are measured accurately since rates higher than recommended may result in tree injury (such as 

excessive defoliation. reduced catkin formation and twig dieback) . 

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Do not exceed 5 pints of this product ( 1.25 Ib ethephon) per acre per year. 

ETHREL®SPRAY PREPARATION CHART 

Sl2ra~ Volu!!l~ (gallonstacr§) 

ETHREL®Rate 100 200 300 400 

PintstA Lbs/A Concentration (ppm} 

3 0.75 900 450 300 --- 4 1.00 --- 600 400 300 

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PEPPERS 

PEPPERS: A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes early, uniform ripening and colOring for more 

efficient packIng and handling of fruit. 

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Crop Situation Directions Remarks 

PEPPERS 11/4-4 Thorough coverage is essential. For ground or air Check several field locations 10 determine 

application choose equipment and spray volumes crop stage and degree of maturity. 

that will insure uniform coverage of foliage and fruit. ETHREL €I treatments may reduce total I US.*: the higher rale when cool temperatures are Yi~id~·.if applied too early or there is a lack 

(less than 65·F). when plants are of uniform, mature, green fruit resulflng 

I ~: i~~h vigorously or when foliage is dense to from split fruit set or variable soil cullural 

assure ·"h wetting of all leaves and fruit. practices. Harvest fruit after desired ~Ior 

Use the lower rates with lower spray volumes (1 and maturity, generally 14 or more days 

1/4 to 2 pint rate in 20 gallA) and higher rates with after treatment. 

higher volumes (3-4 pints/40 gaVA). The 3-4 pint 

rate in less than 40 gpa may cause foliage bum 

under hot dry conditions. 

Apply ETHREL Cl to bell peppers when 10% of fruit 

are red and chocotate and to chili and pimento 

pepper varieties when 10 to 30% of fruit are red and 

chocolate and there Is sufficient mature green fruit 

~f[u produce desired !~~n:ge. ETHRELCl will not 

;oen . o,een r 

Use Limitations 

Do not apply when prolonged average high temperatures of 9S·F after treatment are expected. 

Do not treat when temperatures exceed 100"F. Applications made under high temperatures will accentuate fruit ripening, yellowing 

of foliage, defoliation and immature fruit abscission . 

• Do not treat when average temperatures are below SO-F. Low temperatures after treatment may reduce or negate the effects of 

ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator. 

Some yellowing and general aging of leaves will be noted after treatment. 

00 not harvest peppers treated with ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator sooner than 5 days after last application. 

Do not exceed 4 pints of this product (1.0 Ib ai ethephon) per acre per year . 

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chlorate could result in the formation of hypochlorous acids which on heating will emit toxic chloride fumes. 

BLACKBERRIES 

BLACKBERRtES tN OREGON AND WASHtNGTON: A foliar spray of ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant RegUlator will concentrate 

maturity and loosen fruit, improving harvesting efficiency while reducing cane injury from mechanical harvest. 

Crop Situation 

ETHREL® 

Pints/Acre Specific DIrections 

IN OREGON 5-8 To loosen fruit and concenlrate maturity, 

AND apply a foliar spray of ETHREL Cl at least 3 

WASHINGTON days prior to expected harvest when air 

temperatures are between 60"F and 90°F (CUllivars 

Chehalem and rain is nol predicted within 24 hours. 

Thornless and Use suffICient volume to insure thorough 

Evergreen) and uniform wettinQ of folia!=je and fruit. 

Use Limitations 

Remarks 

Use ETHRELCl: 1) early in the harvest season to 

reduce the number of pickings or 2) treat later in 

the harvest season for a once"~effl~.l picking. 

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BLUEBERRIES 

BLUEBERRIES: A foliar spray of ETHRELf) brand Elhephon Plant Regulator concentrates maturity of blueberries for essier and more 

efficient harvest. A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wll1 abort black barren berry (Aronia melanocarpa) flowers 

andlor fruit growing in Maine Iowbush blueberry fields reducing the number of undesirable barrenberry fruit halVesled with blueberries. 

Situation 

CONCENTRATION 

OF MATURITY 

AND EARLIER 

FRUIT COLORING 

(Cullivars BlueCrop, 

Weymouth, Jersey, 

Rancocas, Rubel, 

Btuetta, Erliblue, 

VVolcott, Croatan, 

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BARRENBERRY 

CONTROL IN LOW 

BUSH 

BLUEBERRIES IN 

MAINE 

Use limitations 

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4-8 

Directions 

a foliar spray of ETHREL CI brand 

EiIi,ol1on Plant Regulator at a rate of 4 to 

in 150 to 200 gallons per acre, 

the higher spray volume and rate on 

large demle foliage bushes or when 

temperatures are cool. Treat when air 

temperatures are 60° to gOo F. 

uniform spray coverage 

foliage and fruit is essential for maximum 

fruit maturation and coloration. To aid 

uniform wetting of plants, use a wetting 

agent such as Triton B~1956 al 0.5 pint 

per 100 gallons or X~77 at 2.0 pints per 

100 gallons. 

Apply 4 to 8 pints per acre of ETHRELCI 

brand Ethephon Plant Regulator in 

approximately 100 to 200 gallons per acre 

forground sprayers and approximately 10 

gallons per acre for aerial application. 

Thorough uniform spray coverage is 

essential. To aid in uniform wetting pf 

I use a welling such as X~77 

Remarks 

To concentrate first harvest, apply ETHRELe 

brand Ethephon Plant Regulator when 15 to 20% 

of the berries are blue. To concentrate final 

harvest, treat after the first or second picking. 

Harvest blueberries at proper maturity when 

colored, generally one to two weeks after 

treatment. Observe fruit dafly as the proper 

picking period for optimum internal and external 

quality is shorter with ETHRELfJ brand Ethephon 

Plant Regulator treated fruit than with untreated 

fruit. High temperatures (90" F) accelerate fruit 

ripening. 

ETHREL e treatments may increase fruit with 

stems, slighlly decrease fruit size, soluble solids 

acidity. ETHREL If) not induce intemal 

Use the lower rates of ETHREL CI brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator when black 

barrenberries are between 90 to 100% petal fall 

and use the higher rates of ETHRELCI when 

black barrenberry fruit is 1/8 to 3116 inch in 

diameter. This is generally 7 to 10 days after 

blueberries are in the same stages of 

. Harvest blueberry fruit when ripe, 

6 to 8 weeks after application. 

..,..pplications to cultivars other than those listed above may cause excessive steminess and/or premature crops. 

""'ake no more than one application per season. 

If used for barrenberry control in Maine, do not make a second application for blueberry concentration 01 maturity or coloring . 

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CANTALOUPES 

CANTALOUPES IN CALIFORNIA. ARIZONA, AND TEXAS: A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator promotes 

abscission (slipping) offruil allowing more efficient and economical harvesting. 

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CALIFORNtA, 3 Good spray coverage is The effect will be faster at higher temperatures. Proper timing of 

ARIZONA, important (or producing ETHREL 011 treatment is critical, but may vary from season to 

TEXAS uniform abscission. Use season. Fruit quality, in terms of soluble solids and flesh color, 

40 or more gallons/acre for does nol improve following treatment. Therefore, ETHREL ® 

ground and 10 or more should nor be used until after fruit has developed marketable 

gallons/acre (or aerial levels of soluble solids and flesh color. ETHREL II> promotes application. (Aeria[ abscission of immature fruit as well as marketable fruit. Thus, applications are only using ETHREL ® too soon will result in poorly colored fruit with permitted in Texas. ) substandard soluble solids. 

Be prepared to Observe treated fields frequently and pIck fruit when market abscised fruit 2 to 5 days 

after treatment The exact quality is reached. Fruit allowed to remain in the field too long will 

pre·harvest interval will ~~ lose quality. Some yellowing or rapid aging of vines will be seen 

following treatment. Plants with low vigor will not respond with temperature. Be sure properly. Do not plant another crop within 30 days after to coordinate your treatment. schedule with 

I your 

Use Limitations 

ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator should not be apprted when night temperatures are below 60"F. 

Treat only thOse fruit that have a fairly uniform fruit set, have vines in good condition, and have fruit with marketable soluble sonds 

and internal flesh color. 00 not treat fields where solub[e solids are running less than 10%. 

00 not harvest cantaloupes treated with ETHREL ® brand Ethephon Plant Regu[ator sooner than 2 days after last application . 

• 00 not exceed 3 pints of this product (0.75 [b ethephon) per acre per year. 

MISTLETOE REMOVAL 

M/ARF AND LEAFY M[STLETOE REMOVAL: A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wiU remove dwarf 

~tletoe shoots in ornamentat conifers and leafy mistretoe from ornamental deciduous trees. 

ETHREL® 

Crop Situation Amount Specific Directions 

DWARF 2 pints Apply as a foliar spray to dwarf 

M[STLETOE ON per mistletoe shoots before mislletoe 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallons seed dispersal. For effective 

CONIFERS removal, all mistletoe shoots must 

DOUGLAS FIR 1 pint be sprayed to wet Use of a no"" 

ORNAMENTALS per ionic surfactant at recommended 

20 gallons rates may increase effectiveness. 

Treat any mistletoe regrowth before 

seed disoersal. 

lEAFY M[STlETOE 2 quarts Make applications after fall leaf 

ON per drop through mid·winter. For 

ORNAMENTAL 20 gallons effective removal, aU mistletoe 

DEC[DUOUS shoots must be sprayed to wet. 

TREES Use of a norrionic surfactant at 

recommended rates may increase 

effectiveness. Any mistletoe 

regrowth should be treated during 

the labeled aoolication window. 

Remarks 

Applications made in conjunction with sylvicultura[ 

mistletoe management will prevent spread of the 

mistletoe parasite to other parts of the tree and 

other trees. 

Mature needle drop, that norma[1y occurs in the 

fall, may be hastened by the use of ETHREL e . 

Applications of higher rates Qll Dou.9[aS fir may 

result in excessive needle dro!1···· 

large mislletoe infections and. 7rMtT6I:oe found in 

mesquite may be difficult to coMOrwith a single 

application and rl$~fr1l'nt may b1! necessary. 

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(Ornamental Use Only) 

UNDESIRABLE FRUIT ELIMINATION: A foliar spray of ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator wll1 reduce or eliminate 

undesirable fruit development on apple, crabapple, carob and olive trees. 

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APPLES 8 to 12 ounces Apply as a foliar spray at the flower Application must be made before fruit set for best 

CRABAPPLES per bud to fun bloom siage, prior to fruit results. 

set. VVet fOliage thoroughly. Over 00 nol treat weak trees or trees under stress 20 gaHons application of ETHREL" Plant {drought, insect or disease damaged trees) as 

Regulator can result in excessive excessive leaf drop or twig droP can resurt. 

leaf drop andf:r~f.~esdefOliauon. Use higher when Some leaf drop or temporary leaf yenowing may 

; are 1 occur after treatment. 

e;aS;uquaJ 

6 ounces Apply as a foliar spray. Wet a11 Do not use on small red fruited varieties of 

per foliage thoroughly. Amount of spray crabapple as fruit elimination will not be 

200allons 

will depend on tree size. satisfactory. 

OLlVE* 12 ounces 

(Olea europaea) per 

20 gallons 

"This recommendation is not intended to be used on commercial fruit production as a thinning agent. 

TURF 

An application of Ethrel slows the growth of turfgrasses thus redUCing the required frequency of mowing and the volume of clippings 

collected. 

StTES RATE APPLICATtON SPRAY VOLUME • Fairways, Roughs & Commercial 6 fl. oz.l1000 ft.2 Apply to actively growing turf. It will 0.5-4.0 gals/1 000 ft2 

Turfgrasses, including Bentgrass require 7-10 days for ETHREL® to 

(Fairway co!), Kentucky act. Reapplication intervals: 

Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, KentUCky Bluegrass--7 wks. 

Tall & Fine Fescue Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

Tali/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use limitations: 

Do not anow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. ETHREL® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. IJo npt treat 

turfgrass with pOor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. disease or insect d.lfltIfi&~ 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreadersfstickers with ETHREL® is not necessary. 

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Rinse thoroughty all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and waLer wiL'lln one~O\.\r pfter 

exposure to spray deposits. .:. • 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE VlMICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER V\+iICH IS INCONSISTENT WTH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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, w-tETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRtCT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERVvlSE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR. THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WTH RESPECT TO VvHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

.,ji[l00UCT. 

_TtCE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States . 

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RhOne-Poulenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014. 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709 

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ETHREL is a registered trademark of RhOne·Poulenc. 

ETHREL® brand Ethephon Plant Regulator (PENDING) Submitted 10/1.199. 

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CHIPCO® brand PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic acid]· ....................................................................... 21. 7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264..267 EPA Est. No. 264·PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-800·334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of planl growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240,819. No license IS granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United Stales. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

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Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with thrs·productiw~centrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instruction5:for washables. use detergent 

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should wash hands before eating. drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the lolleL 

As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into I 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nOI contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes, 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 when disposing of equipment washwa!ers. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops as this product witt cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply CHIPCO® brand PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE .. It Is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner Inconsistent with its labeling. 

~ not apply this product in a way Ihat wilt conlact workers or olher persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requiremenls specific to your Stale or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

peslicide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contamlnale water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rins;e (or equivalent). Then offer for recyding or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill orby incineration. 

or if allowed by state and local authorilies, by burning. If burned, slay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

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r local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of waler per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rnfall conditions consult Rh6ne*Poulenc Ag Company Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX CHIPCO®brand PROXY®WTH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION 

OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use CHIPCO® brand PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concenlrated product on spray equipment. 

iMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS \I\1TH PLENTY OF WATER AS CHIPCO® brand PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. • • • ••••• • 

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Because of Ihe acidic nalure of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plasHcs, &rra~n paints, and 

melals. : •• :.: • 

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TURF 

An application of CHIPCO® brand PROXY® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings collected. 

SITES RATE APPLICATION SPRAY VOLUME 

Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1 000 ft2 Apply to actively growing turf. I! 0.5-4.0 galsJ1000 «2 

Commercial T urfgrasses, wHl require 7·10 days fo, 

including Benlgrass (FailWay cui), CHIPCO® brand PROXY® to act. 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Reapplication intervals: 

Ryegrass, Tan & Fine Fescue 

Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

Bentgrass-4 wks. 

ee limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume afwater to provide uniform coverage. CH1PCO®brand PROXV® is foliarly 

absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing furf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass wi.th poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with CHIPCO® brand PROXY® is not necessary. 

CHIPCO® brand PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain 

paints and metals. Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrytic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water Within 

one hour after exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tankmixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth in the directions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) that the directions, 

warnings and olher statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evalualion of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on aU 

varieties or in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

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DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

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'W:>TICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

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Rhone-Poutenc Ag Company 

P.O. Box 12014, 2 T.W. Alexander Drive 

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 21709 

CHIPCO and PROXY are registered trademarks of Rhane-Poulenc. 

CHIPCQ® brand PROXY® (PENDING) SUbmitted 10/18'99. 

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October 18, 1999 

Mr. John Bazuin 

Product Team 22 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

Registration Division (7505C) 

Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, Virginia 22202 

Dear Mr. Bazuin: 

SUBJECT: Ethrel Ethephon Plant Regulator-EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

Chipco Proxy-EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

Label Revisions-Your Letter of Sept. 30, 1999 

Attached are 5 copies each of revised labeling for Ethrel Ethephon Plant 

Regulator and Chipco Proxy. The label changes are those required in your 

letter of September 30, 1999. 

They include changes in the Signal Word, Precautionary Statements, 

Statement of Practical Treatment, and General Worker Protection 

Statements. These changes were necessitated by the review of the eye 

irritation study (MRJD 44476001). 

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2 TW Alexander Drive, PO 80)( 1201.i, Research Trmnuie Park, NC 27709 

Phone (919) 549·21O!, Fax (919) 549·2082, 1-800·345·3405 

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