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(Base label):

GF-2685

HERBICIDE

Arylex ActiveTM

For control of annual broadleaf weeds in wheat (including durum), barley, and

triticale.

Group 4 HERBICIDE

Active Ingredient:

halauxifen-methyl: 2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-

amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-

methoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester ........................ 10.4%

Other Ingredients .................................................. 89.6%

Total ..................................................................... 100.0%

Acid Equivalent: Contains 0.1 lb of halauxifen (2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-

fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)) per pound of product.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

CAUTION

Precautionary Statements

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals

Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reaction in some individuals.

Harmful if Absorbed Through Skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes

or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking,

chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before

reuse.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Applicators and other handlers must wear:

• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants

• Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material

• Shoes plus socks

Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables

exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

Engineering Controls

When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements

listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)], the

handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.

User Safety Recommendations

Users should:
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• Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.

• Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean

clothing. Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before

removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change clothing.

First Aid

If on skin or clothing: 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 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.

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for

treatment. You may also contact 1-800-992-5994 day or night, for emergency treatment information.

Environmental Hazards

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 washwater or rinsate.

Groundwater Advisory: This chemical has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals

detected in groundwater. The use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where

the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.

Surface Water Advisory: This product has a potential for reaching surface water via runoff after

application. A level, well-maintained vegetative buffer strip between areas to which this product is applied

and surface water features such as ponds, streams, and springs, will reduce the potential loading of

halauxifen from runoff water. Runoff of this product will be reduced by avoiding applications when rainfall

or irrigation is expected to occur within 48 hours.

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR

Part 170. Refer to the label booklet under "Agricultural Use Requirements" in the Directions for Use

section for information about this standard.

(Storage and Disposal for rigid containers 5 gal or less)

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage and disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store in original container only. In case of

leak or spill, contain material and dispose as waste.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an

approved waste disposal facility.

Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container.

Triple rinse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows:

Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the

flow begins to drip. Fill the container 1/4 full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate

into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds

after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty

the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds

after the flow begins to drip. Hold container upside down over application equipment or mix tank or

collect rinsate for later use or disposal. Insert pressure rinsing nozzle in the side of the container, and

rinse at about 40 psi for at least 30 seconds. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Then

offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by

other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.
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(Storage and Disposal for nonrigid containers any size)

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage and disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store in original container only. In case of

leak or spill, contain material and dispose as waste.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an

approved waste disposal facility.

Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty

bag into application equipment. Then offer for recycling if available, or dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or

by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

(Storage and Disposal for refillable rigid containers larger than 5 gal)

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store in original container only. In case of

leak or spill, contain material and dispose as waste.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an

approved waste disposal facility.

Container Handling: Refillable container. Refill this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this

container for any other purpose.

Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container.

Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller. To clean the container before final disposal,

empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the

container about 10% full with water and, if possible, spray all sides while adding water. If practical,

agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for two minutes. Pour or pump rinsate into

application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times. Then

offer for recycling if available, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by

other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

(Storage and Disposal for nonrefillable rigid containers larger than 5 gal)

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store in original container only. In case of

leak or spill, contain material and dispose as waste.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an

approved waste disposal facility

Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container.

Triple rinse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows:

Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container 1/4 full with

water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least

one complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several

times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the

rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this

procedure two more times. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application

equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Hold container

upside down over application equipment or mix tank or collect rinsate for later use or disposal. Insert

pressure rinsing nozzle in the side of the container, and rinse at about 40 psi for at least 30 seconds.

Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Then offer for recycling if available, or puncture and

dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local

authorities.

Refer to label booklet for Directions for Use.
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Notice: Read the entire label. Use only according to label directions. Before using this product, read

Warranty Disclaimer, Inherent Risks of Use, and Limitation of Remedies at end of label booklet. If

terms are unacceptable, return at once unopened.

In case of emergency endangering health or the environment involving this product, call 1-800-992-5994.

Agricultural Chemical: Do not ship or store with food, feeds, drugs or clothing.

EPA Reg. No. 62719-XXX EPA Est. _________

®

Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow

Produced for

Dow AgroSciences LLC

9330 Zionsville Road

Indianapolis, IN 46268

NET CONTENTS __
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(cover, shipping container):

GF-2685

HERBICIDE

Arylex ActiveTM

For control of annual broadleaf weeds in wheat (including durum), barley, and

triticale.

Group 4 HERBICIDE

Active Ingredient:

halauxifen-methyl: 2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-

amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-

methoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester ........................ 10.4%

Other Ingredients .................................................. 89.6%

Total ..................................................................... 100.0%

Acid Equivalent: Contains 0.1 lb of halauxifen (2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-

fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)) per pound of product.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

CAUTION

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR

Part 170. Refer to the label booklet under "Agricultural Use Requirements" in the Directions for Use

section for information about this standard.

Refer to inside of label booklet for additional precautionary information including Directions for

Use.

Notice: Read the entire label. Use only according to label directions. Before using this product, read

Warranty Disclaimer, Inherent Risks of Use, and Limitation of Remedies at end of label booklet. If

terms are unacceptable, return at once unopened.

In case of emergency endangering health or the environment involving this product, call 1-800-992-5994.

Agricultural Chemical: Do not ship or store with food, feeds, drugs or clothing.

EPA Reg. No. 62719-XXX EPA Est. _________

®

Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow

Produced for

Dow AgroSciences LLC

9330 Zionsville Road

Indianapolis, IN 46268

NET CONTENTS __
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(Page 1 through end):

Precautionary Statements

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals

CAUTION

Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reaction in some individuals.

Harmful if Absorbed Through Skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes

or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking,

chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before

reuse.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Applicators and other handlers must wear:

• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants

• Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material

• Shoes plus socks

Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables

exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

Engineering Controls

When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements

listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)], the

handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.

User Safety Recommendations

Users should:

• Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.

• Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean

clothing. Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before

removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change clothing.

First Aid

If on skin or clothing: 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 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.

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for

treatment. You may also contact 1-800-992-5994 day or night, for emergency treatment information.

Environmental Hazards

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 washwater or rinsate.

Groundwater Advisory: This chemical has properties and characteristics associated with chemicals

detected in groundwater. The use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable, particularly where

the water table is shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.
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Surface Water Advisory: This product has a potential for reaching surface water via runoff after

application. A level, well-maintained vegetative buffer strip between areas to which this product is applied

and surface water features such as ponds, streams, and springs will reduce the potential loading of

halauxifen from runoff water. Runoff of this product will be reduced by avoiding applications when rainfall

or irrigation is expected to occur within 48 hours.

Directions for Use

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

Read all Directions for Use carefully before applying.

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through

drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to

your state or tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR

Part 170. This standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests,

nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training,

decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and

exceptions pertaining to the statements on the label about personal protective equipment, restricted-entry

interval, and notification to workers (as applicable). The requirements in this box apply to uses of this

product that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard.

Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 12 hours.

For early entry into 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, wear:

• Coveralls

• Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material

• Shoes plus socks

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.

Pesticide Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store in original container only. In case of

leak or spill, contain material and dispose as waste.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an

approved waste disposal facility.

Nonrefillable containers 5 gallons or less:

Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container.

Triple rinse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows:

Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the

flow begins to drip. Fill the container 1/4 full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate

into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds

after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty

the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after

the flow begins to drip. Hold container upside down over application equipment or mix tank or collect

rinsate for later use or disposal. Insert pressure rinsing nozzle in the side of the container, and rinse at

about 40 psi for at least 30 seconds. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Then offer for

recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other

procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

Nonrefillable nonrigid containers:
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Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty

bag into application equipment. Then offer for recycling if available, or dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or

by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

Refillable containers 5 gallons or larger:

Container Handling: Refillable container. Refill this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this

container for any other purpose.

Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container.

Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller. To clean the container before final disposal,

empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the

container about 10% full with water and, if possible, spray all sides while adding water. If practical,

agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for two minutes. Pour or pump rinsate into

application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times. Then

offer for recycling if available, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by

other procedures allowed by state and local authorities.

Nonrefillable containers 5 gallons or larger:

Container Handling: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container.

Triple rinse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows:

Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container 1/4 full with

water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least

one complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several

times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the

rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this

procedure two more times. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application

equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Hold container

upside down over application equipment or mix tank or collect rinsate for later use or disposal. Insert

pressure rinsing nozzle in the side of the container, and rinse at about 40 psi for at least 30 seconds.

Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Then offer for recycling if available, or puncture and

dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or by other procedures allowed by state and local

authorities.

Product Information

Use GF-2685 herbicide as a postemergence herbicide for the control of annual broadleaf weeds such as

common lambsquarters, redroot pigweed, chickweed, cleavers and henbit in wheat (including spring,

winter and durum), barley, and triticale not underseeded with legumes.

GF-2685 rapidly stops growth of susceptible weeds. However, typical symptoms (discoloration) of dying

weeds may not be noticeable for 1 to 2 weeks after application, depending upon growing conditions and

weed susceptibility. Degree of control and duration of effect are dependent upon weed sensitivity, weed

size, crop competition, growing conditions at and following treatment, and spray coverage.

Use Restrictions

• Chemigation: Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.

• Do not apply GF-2685 directly to, or otherwise permit it to come into direct contact with,

susceptible crops or desirable plants including alfalfa, edible beans, canola, flowers and

ornamentals, lentils, lettuce, peas, potatoes, radishes, soybeans, sugar beets, sunflowers,

tomatoes, or tobacco. Do not permit spray mists containing GF-2685 to drift onto such plants.

• Do not apply to crops underseeded with legumes.

• Do not apply more than 1.43 oz of GF-2685 per acre per growing season.

• Do not apply halauxifen-methyl to more than two growing seasons per year.

Herbicide Resistance Management
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GF-2685 is an auxin mode of action Group 4 herbicide. Appropriate resistance management strategies

should be followed.

To delay herbicide resistance:

• For best resistance management stewardship, it is recommended not to use GF-2685 in successive

seasons.

• Where possible, rotate the use of GF-2685 or other auxin herbicides with different herbicide groups that

control the same weeds in a field.

• Base herbicide use on an IPM program that includes scouting, historical information related to herbicide

use and crop rotation, and considers tillage (or other mechanical), cultural, biological and other

chemical control practices.

• Monitor treated weed populations for resistance development.

• Prevent movement of resistant weed seeds to other fields by cleaning harvesting and tillage equipment

and planting clean seed.

• Contact your local extension specialist or certified crop advisers for any additional pesticide resistance

management and/or integrated weed management recommendations for specific crops and weed

biotypes.

Crop Rotation Intervals

The following rotational crops may be planted at the indicated interval following application of GF-2685.

For best results conduct a field bioassay prior to planting any broadleaf crops not listed.

Crop

Rotation Interval (1)

wheat (including spring, winter and

durum), barley, and triticale

0 days

canola,rapeseed, corn, cotton, sorghum,

rice, soybean, sugarcane, sunflower, oat,

millet, rye, grasses

14 days

alfalfa, brassica (cole) leafy vegetables,

camelina, chickpea, clover, dry bean,

peas (dry and succulent), flax, mustard,

peanut, safflower

9 months

other crops not listed 15 months

(1) Minimum time that must pass before planting other crops after application of GF-2685.

Ground Applications: To minimize spray drift, apply GF-2685 in a total spray volume of 8 gallons or

more per acre using spray equipment designed to produce large-droplet, low pressure sprays. Refer to

the spray equipment manufacturer's recommendations for detailed information on nozzle types,

arrangement, spacing and operating height and pressure. To prevent over application when making spot

treatments apply with a calibrated boom. Operate equipment at spray pressures no greater than is

necessary to produce a uniform spray pattern. Operate the spray boom no higher than is necessary to

produce a uniformly overlapping pattern between spray nozzles.

• Do not apply with hollow cone-type insecticide nozzles or other nozzles that produce a finedroplet spray.

• Apply GF-2685 with a nozzle class that ensures medium or coarser spray (Spray droplet size with

VMD > 340 microns according to ASABE S572.1).

Aerial Application: To minimize spray drift, apply GF-2685 in a total spray volume of 5 gallons or more

per acre. Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds of 2 to 10 mph. However, many factors, including

droplet size and equipment type, determine drift potential at any given speed. Spray pattern and droplet

size distribution can be evaluated by applying sprays containing a water-soluble dye marker or

appropriate drift control agents over a paper tape (adding machine tape). Mechanical flagging devices

may also be used. Spray drift from aerial application can be minimized by applying a coarse spray at
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spray boom pressure no greater than 30 psi; by using straight-stream nozzles directed straight back; and

by using a spray boom that does not exceed 75% of wingspan or 90% of rotor diameter.

• Apply GF-2685 with a nozzle class that ensures medium or coarser spray (Spray droplet size with

VMD > 340 microns according to ASABE S572.1).

• Do not apply in wind speeds greater than 15 mph.

• Do not apply when wind speed is below 2 mph due to variable wind direction and high potential

for temperature inversion.

Avoid Injurious Spray Drift

This product can affect broadleaf plants directly through foliage and indirectly by root uptake from treated

soil. Do not apply GF-2685 directly to, or allow spray drift to come into contact with, broadleaf crops

including alfalfa, canola, beans, cotton, flowers, grapes, lettuce, lentils, mustard, peas, potatoes,

radishes, soybeans, sugar beets, sunflowers, tobacco, tomatoes, vegetables, or other desirable broadleaf

crops or ornamental plants or soil where sensitive crops will be planted the same season. (See Crop

Rotation Intervals section.)

Make applications only when there is little or no hazard from spray drift. Very small quantities of spray,

which may not be visible, may seriously injure crops, whether dormant or actively growing. When

applying GF-2685, use low pressure equipment capable of producing sprays of uniform droplet size with

a minimum of fine spray droplets. Under adverse weather conditions, fine spray droplets that do not

settle rapidly onto target vegetation may be carried a considerable distance from the treatment area. A

drift control or spray thickening agent may be used with this product to improve spray deposition and

minimize the potential for spray drift. If used, follow all use directions and precautions on the product

label.

Spray Drift Management

Avoiding spray drift at the application site is the responsibility of the applicator. The interaction of many

equipment- and weather-related factors determines the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the

grower are responsible for considering all these factors when making decisions.

Wind: Drift potential is lowest between wind speeds of 2 to 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 humidity, 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 local, low level 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 the smoke from 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.

Sensitive Areas: Only apply the pesticide 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).
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Other State and Local Requirements

Applicators must follow all state and local pesticide drift requirements regarding application of herbicides.

Where states have more stringent regulations, they must be observed.

The applicator should be familiar with and take into account the information covered in the following Aerial

Drift Reduction Advisory. (This information is advisory in nature and does not supersede mandatory label

requirements.)

Aerial Drift Reduction Advisory

The following drift management requirements must be followed to avoid off-target drift movement from

aerial applications:

• The distance of the outer most operating nozzles on the boom must not exceed 75% of wingspan or

90% of rotor diameter.

• Nozzles must always point backward parallel with the air stream and never be pointed downwards more

than 45 degrees.

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 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. 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. 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.

Boom Length: For some use patterns, reducing the effective boom length to less than 75% of the

wingspan or 90% of rotor length may further reduce drift without reducing swath width.

Application Height: Applications should not be made at a height greater than 10 feet above the top of

the largest 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.

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 must compensate for

this displacement by adjusting the path of the aircraft upwind. Swath adjustment distance should

increase with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.).

Mixing Directions

GF-2685

1. Fill the tank with 1/2 – 3/4 of the total amount of water.

2. Start agitation.

3. Add the required amount of GF-2685.

4. Add the required amount of adjuvant (refer to Adjuvants section).
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5. Continue agitation while filling the spray tank to the required volume.

6. To ensure a uniform spray mixture, continuous agitation is required during application. If product is

allowed to settle, thoroughly agitate to resuspend the mixture before spraying. Apply mixture

immediately after it is prepared.

Clean-Out Procedures for Spray Equipment

1. Drain any remaining spray mixture from the application equipment, then wash out tank, boom, and

hoses with clean water. Drain again.

2. Hose down the interior surfaces of the tank while filling the tank 1/2 full of water.

3. Add commercial tank cleaner, such as household ammonia, at a rate of 1 gallon per 100 gallons of

water. Recirculate for 10 – 20 minutes and spray out the mixture through the boom.

4. Remove all spray nozzles and screens and clean separately.

5. If spray equipment will be used for pesticide application to crops sensitive to GF-2685, repeat steps 1

through 3. Additional steps may be required to remove all traces of GF-2685 including replacing hoses

or other fittings that may contain adsorbed actives.

6. Thoroughly clean exterior surfaces of spray equipment.

Note: Rinsate may be disposed of on site according to label use directions or at an approved waste

disposal facility. Reduced results may occur if water containing soil is used, such as visibly muddy water

or water from ponds and ditches that is not clear.

Weeds Controlled or Suppressed

Weeds Controlled

chickweed, common Stellaria media

catchweed bedstraw (cleavers) Galium aparine

flixweed Descurainia sophia

flax, volunteer Linum usitatissimum

fumitory Fumaria officinalis

geranium, Carolina Geranium carolinianum

hempnettle, common Galeopsis tetrahit

henbit Lamium amplexicaule

Horseweed (marestail) Conyza canadensis

lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album

pigweed, redroot Amaranthus retroflexus

vetch, hairy Vicia villosa

Weeds Suppressed2

buckwheat, wild Polygonum convolvulus

bindweed, field Convolvulus arvensis

kochia Kochia scoparia

pennycress, field1

Thlaspi arvense

lettuce, prickly Latuca serriola

sunflower, common Helianthus annuus

sheperdspurse1 Capsella bursa-pastoris

sowthistle, annual1 Sonchus oleraceus

thistle, Canada Cirsium arvense

1

For best results apply before bolting.

2

Suppression is expressed as a reduction in weed competition (reduced population or vigor) as compared

to untreated areas. The degree of weed control and duration of effect may vary with weed size, density,

application rate, coverage, and growing conditions before, during and after treatment.

Product Application Instructions
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Application Timing

Apply GF-2685 in the spring or fall early postemergence to the main flush of actively growing weeds in

the 2 to 4 leaf stage or less than 4 inches. Extreme growing conditions such as drought or near freezing

temperatures prior to, at, or following time of application may reduce weed control and increase the risk of

crop injury at all stages of growth. Only weeds that have emerged at the time of application will be

controlled. If foliage is wet at the time of application, control may be decreased. Applications of GF-2685

are rainfast within 1 hour after application.

Spray Coverage

Use sufficient spray volume to provide thorough coverage and a uniform spray pattern. Do not broadcast

apply in less than 5 gallons of total spray volume per acre. For best results and to minimize spray drift,

apply in a spray volume of 10 gallons or more per acre. As vegetative canopy and weed density

increase, increase spray volume to obtain equivalent weed control. Use only nozzle types and spray

equipment designed for herbicide application. To reduce spray drift, follow precautions under Avoid

Injurious Spray Drift.

Adjuvants

When GF-2685 is applied alone, use a non-ionic surfactant at 1.6 to 4 pints per 100 gallons of spray

solution (0.2 – 0.5% v/v), or a Crop Oil Concentrate (COC) or Methylated Seed Oil (MSO) at 4 to 8 pints

per 100 gallons (0.5 – 1.0% v/v). When an adjuvant is to be used with this product, Dow AgroSciences

recommends the use of a Chemical Producers and Distributors Association certified adjuvant.

Postemergence Application

Wheat (Including spring, winter and durum), Barley, and Triticale

Apply 0.71 to 1.43 oz of GF-2685 per acre to actively growing wheat (including spring, winter and durum),

barley and triticale, from the 1-leaf to flag leaf emergence stage (Zadoks scale 39). Use the 0.71 oz rate

for weeds less than 4 inches. Use the 1.43 oz rate for heavy infestations or larger stages of weeds. Apply

when weeds are actively growing. Sequential treatments of GF-2685 may also be made provided the

total amount of GF-2685 applied during one growing season does not exceed 1.43 ounce per acre; for

example, for winter wheat, apply 0.71 ounces in the fall followed by 0.71 ounces in the spring. Separate

sequential applications by at least 14 days. Only weeds emerged at the time of treatment will be

controlled. Best results are obtained from application made to seedling weeds.

Warm, moist growing conditions promote active weed growth and enhance the activity of GF-2685 by

allowing maximum foliar uptake and contact activity. Weeds hardened off by cold weather or drought

stress may not be adequately controlled or suppressed and re-growth may occur. For best results,

ensure thorough spray coverage of target weeds.

Use Restrictions:

• Do not apply more than 1.43 oz of GF-2685 per acre per growing season.

• Do not aply halauxifen-methyl to more than two growing seasons per year.

• Preharvest Interval: Do not apply within 60 days of crop harvest.

• Do not apply closer than 21 days before cutting of hay.

• Do not allow livestock to graze on treated crops for 7 days following application.

• Do not compost any plant material from treated area.

Terms and Conditions of Use

If terms of the following Warranty Disclaimer, Inherent Risks of Use, and Limitation of Remedies are not

acceptable, return unopened package at once to the seller for a full refund of purchase price paid. To the

extent permitted by law, otherwise, use by the buyer or any other user constitutes acceptance of the

terms under Warranty Disclaimer, Inherent Risks of Use and Limitations of Remedies.

Warranty Disclaimer
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Dow AgroSciences warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label and is

reasonably fit for the purposes stated on the label when used in strict accordance with the directions,

subject to the inherent risks set forth below. To the extent permitted by law, Dow AgroSciences MAKES

NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY.

Inherent Risks of Use

It is impossible to eliminate all risks associated with use of this product. Crop injury, lack of performance,

or other unintended consequences may result because of such factors as use of the product contrary to

label instructions (including conditions noted on the label, such as unfavorable temperatures, soil

conditions, etc.), abnormal conditions (such as excessive rainfall, drought, tornadoes, hurricanes),

presence of other materials, the manner of application, or other factors, all of which are beyond the

control of Dow AgroSciences or the seller. To the extent permitted by law, all such risks shall be

assumed by buyer.

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(including claims based on contract, negligence, strict liability, or other legal theories), shall be limited to,

at Dow AgroSciences’ election, one of the following:

(1) Refund of purchase price paid by buyer or user for product bought, or

(2) Replacement of amount of product used.

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damage in writing. To the extent permitted by law, in no case shall Dow AgroSciences be liable for

consequential or incidental damages or losses.

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