EPA Registration Jacket 59823-3 
Wagner Regulatory Associates Inc. 

P.O. Box 640 

Hockessin, DE 19707 

Tel 302·234-8550 

October 6, 2005 

Joanne L Miller 

Product Manager 23 

Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

1801 South Bell Street 

Arlington. Virginia 22202-4501 

Dear Ms. Miller, 

Re: Biobarrier II Preemergence Weed Control System - Reg. No. 59823-3 

Your letter of August 8, 2005 

In response to your letter of August 8, 2005, Reemay agrees to the following label 

revisions outlined in your letter: 

I. A net content statement will be added to the label. 

2. The statement "For additional infonnation in case of emergency call toll free 1·800-

284-2780" will be added under Precautionary Statements. 

3. Ha2ards to Humans and Domestic Animals will be revised to read: "HannfuI if 

absorbed through skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or 

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

some individuals." 

Please contact me if you have any questions or require any turther infonnation. 

Sincerely, 

~1(:::~ Agent for Reemay, Inc. 

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office of ~6Dticido Programs 

Rogtotration Oiviaion {7505CI 

1200 ;:olm_ylVArt,ia JW6, , N.W. 

Wi\!;hington, D,C. 20.160 

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: 

Registration 

~ Reregistration 

{under FIFRA .... afl'lQudod) 

Name nnd AddroBB of Rog:iuernnt (ineludo ZIP Code) 

REEMAY 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138 

59823-3 

Torm of IOGuanco: 

Conditional 

Name of Pesticido product: 

Biobarrier II 

Bubmitt~d to and accopted by tho R~gi.tration DiVlrtidrt prior to u •• of thG 1~1 in ~ree, 

on thlg product alwaye zofar to tho abQ~ SPA xogistraeion nu~r. . 

On tho baUliIJ of lnformat.l,on fUrnlGhod by tho rogistrant, the above n:;J.lIIIOd pos.ticido ia. horeby rcgl.eterod/l-erGg1-a.torod 

undtu- til", Federal Inl'loet;tcide, Fungicide- and Rodontieido ,.ct.. 

Rtlgistration ial in no .... ay to lxt eonntru&d ao an 6ndol:"aOMOnt 01' r&eOll'lm4ndation of thl.u product by !::hf> Agoncy. In ord&r 

to protQct hQalth and tho onv:1'::onl!ll)nt, thQ Admin;i.&t::rator, Ort his moticm, may at Imy tUM ;:ucpond or eanceol the 

rogiGtration of a. po'!IIIIticid6 in <lccordanca with tho, Act, The acceptanco of any na!110 in connoctj<)l1 with thO' 

fitg-:ultrat:ton of a product uncWl' thil'l Act ill no!:: to be cOIlBtruod alii giving tho rogil'ltrant 11 right to oxelmdvQ; \,lBO of 

tho;, n41!1O or to ita unO' if :tt han billon covol-'od by QCh6re" 

This product is conditionally reregistered in accordance with FIFRA section 3(c)(7)(A) 

provided you agree in writing to: 

1. A net content field must be added to the front of the label. 

2. Under the Precautionary Statement the following hotline information should be 

added to the label "For additional information in case of emergency call toll free 

(Telephone Number)". 

3. The Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals statements should read "Harmful if 

absorbed through skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, 

skin, or clothing. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic 

reaction in some individuals.". 

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Signature of Approving Official: Date: 

~AvA ~ iJ- ~ Jom() 1. Miller, Product Manager (23) 

Herbicide Branch, Registration Division (7505C) 

EPA Form 8570·6 

A stamped copy of labeling is enclosed for your records. 

Sincerely, 

Joanne I. Miller 

Product Manager (23) 

Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7S0SC) 

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Precautionary Statements 

Hazards to Humans and 

Domestic Animals 

CAUTION 

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gloves when handlIng Inls prOOX:L Wash 

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USER SAFETY 

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Biobarrier$ II 

Preemergence Weed Control System 

Biobanier is a multi~year preemergence weed 

control system cons/sling of lime-release nodules 

impregnated with a herbicide. The nodules are 

attached permanently to a fiexlble and permeable 

geotextlle fabric which can be contour applied to a 

wide val'iety of applications and which Will inhibit 

plant root development In the applications set forth 

below. 

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TOTAL."" 

KEEP OUT OF REACH 

OF CHILDREN 

CAUTION 

Nominal 

17,5% 

<~ 

100.0% 

See side panel for additional 

Precautionary Statements. 

Mfg. By: 

~REEMAY 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138 

1-800-257-6687 

EPA Registration No. 59823-3 

Establishment No. 59823-TN-1 

Biobarrier " Applications 

May be inslalled In any area of the landscape which 

normally requires spray'lng or weed tr'lmmlng to controi 

surface vegetation, as long as a 2~ cover material is 

maintained. 

Biobanier® Ii is not to be inslalled in surface water. 

(See Environmental Hazards) 

Speciiic applications include: 

Guardrails 

Fence Rows 

Street MedIans 

Landscaping 

Tombstones 

rroc Skirts 

UIiHty Substations 

• Pavers 

Non-Food Use Only 

Installation Directions: 

Blobarrler®1I is ready for in~soil 

installation as received. The fabric 

should be in soil as soon as practical 

after removal from the sealed shipping 

container, minimizing exposure to direct 

sunlight and elevated temperatures. 

Prolonged exposure can reduce the 

effective life of the product. Biobarrier®1I 

should not be installed in water. Store 

any unused portions of the producl tightly 

resealed in the original container in a dry 

place. 

Biobarrier® II is installed in the soil 

horizontally to control sUrface vegetation, 

Product may require seaming, hold down 

pegs, or other devices to assure fabric 

position. In ali applications, nodules 

must be no further than one and one~hall 

inches apart in order to assure a 

continuous root control plane. A 2" layer 

of cover material must be maintained. 

(SEE ADDITIONAL DIRECTIONS 

ENCLOSED) 

Disclaimer of Warranties 

The Seller makes no warranties 

concerning this product or Its use which 

extend beyond the standard 

specifications for the products. The 

Sener makes no warranties of 

merchantability or fitness for a 

particular purpose, or any other 

express or implied warranty_ 

Buyer assumes all risk and liabillty 

resulling from use of the 'products 

delivered hereunder, whether used 

singularly or in combination with other 

products. All statements concerning this 

product apply only when used as 

directed. 

Limitation of Damages 

No claim of any kind, wheUler as to 

products delivered or for nondelivery of 

products, and whether or not based on 

negligence, shall be greater in amount 

than the purchase price of the products in 

respect to Which damages are claimed. 

No charge or expense incident 10 any 

claims will be allowed unless approved 

by an authorized representative of Seller. 

Products shall not be returned to seller 

without Seller's priC'1" ,~rl"J"lission, and 

then only in a marmer prescribed by 

Selier. The remedy h~,<~by provided 

shall be the exclt.:t..i'J,.;- and sole 

remedy of and in0no event !~31L ' 
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Biobarrier® Root Control 

Biobarrier® II Preemergence Weed Control 

General Installation Guidelines 

THESE GENERAL GUIDELINES MUST BE FOLLOWED IN ALL BIOBARRIER 

INST ALLA TlONS. REFER TO PAGE 5 FOR INDEX OF SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS 

• Review site-specific design plan with a certified local arborist for all applications specifically for 

depth of Biobarrier required and ESPECIALLY IF ROOT TRIMMING IS REQUIRED! 

• Contact utility companies prior to digging or trenching if there are possibility service lines are 

present. 

• Wear chemical resistant gloves when handling Biobarrier to prevent staining. 

• See product label and MSDS sheet for further information. 

• Do not allow gaps in fabric during installation or backfilling. 

• Many severed roots can regenerate, so they should always be completely removed. If removal is 

not possible, a systemic herbicide must be applied to severed roots to prevent re-growth. The 

systemic herbicide should be carefully applied, according to manufacturer directions, insuring 

that it does not come in contact with existing tree roots. This could damage or kill the tree . 

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In high organic soils (> I 0%) with aggressive root species in close proximity (0 olefin plastics, 

spray or saturate trench walls with liquid trif1uralin . 

When joining two pieces of Biobarrier®, be sure they do not become separated at any point. 

Seaming can be accomplished by using construction adhesive and/or overlapping. If the latter is 

used, seams should be overlapped at least 3 inches (or 2 nodllie widths). Sad pins may also be 

used for seams, but make sure there are no gaps. 

• Biobarricr® should not bc left exposed to surface water or sunlight. 

• Biobarrier® products are for non-food uses only. 

Biobarrier@ stops roots within ~1 inch of a nodule. Proper placement is very important. 

It is onlv effective where it is! 

For Technical Assistance on any of these applications, call1-800-284-271;J'O 

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Bio)barrie& 

Root Control System 

Installation Instructions for 

Vertical Installation 

BEFORE YOU START: • Contact your utility company prior to trenching if ¥ou 

suspect service lines are present. Consult a profesSIonal arborist if root trimming is required. 

• Follow all EPA label instructions located on the box and 

yellow packaging sleeve when installing product. 

Additional instructions in box. 

~!~~]~;~ should NOTES: be installed on the side of the trench 

the root source. 

• Install and cover Biobarrier as soon as possible (within 

12 hours) after opening sealed yellow bag; hi~h temperatures and direct sunlight can reduce effectIve 

product life. 

INSTALLING THE PRODUa: • Cut a trench a minimum of 4 inches (100mm) wide and 

at least equal to the length of mature tree canopy plus 

10 feet, centered on the root source and adjacent to the 

structure using clean-cutting trench digging equipment 

(see figure 1). 

• Cut all roots back flush 

to trench walls on both 

sides of trench. For some species, it may be neces- sary to spray the cut end 

of the severed root on 

the side opposite tree 

to prevent root regrowth 

unaer the hardscape. If 

this is necessaryl use a ~stematic herbicide and 

be extremely careful to 

avoid contact with roots 

on the opposite side of 

the trench. 

• Smooth soil surface to desired FINAL GRADE LEVEL on 

side of trench opposite root source (see Figure 2). 

• CAREFULLY open yellow bag of Biobarrier on one 

end to prevent damage. 

Use yellow bag to store 

any unused product. 

• Roll out Biobarrier and 

trim to proper len9th. 

Place excess matenal 

back in yellow bag and 

seal tigntly with spare 

ties provided. 

• Beginning at one end of the trench, hold product in place 

at finished grade level on the side of the trench adjacent 

to the hardscape (opposite root source) and stake 10 

position usin!;! pins provided. Use Caution when handling mstallation pms -tliey are sharp. 

Pi ns should penetrate fabric between the nodules -1/4' 

from the top edge of the fabric and at -45 degree angle to 

the trench wall (see Fig. 3). 

Enough pins are provided 

to secure fabric every 2 

feet. The top edge of the 

product must be at fin· 

IShed grade level for the 

entire length of the 

installation. 

• Backfill and tamp firmly 

to eliminate soil settling. 

Wet soil, if necessafY" 

to ensure proper 5011 

compaction. 

For more information on Biobarrier, or for technical assistance, 

call toll-free: 

1-800-284-2780. 

NOTE: 

These guidelines treat a typical urban sidewalk application. 

Other installations such as property lines, building founda· 

tions, retaining walls, ornamental beds, septic systems. storm 

drains, etc. may require minor procedural adjustments. 

BIOBARRIERIlI> 

BBA NONWOVENS 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138 USA 

Phone: (615) 847-7000 

Fax: (615) 847-7068 

Website: www.biobarrier.com 

Email: biobarrier@reemay.com 

Biobarrier® Root Control System is a registered trademark 

of BBA Nonwovens. 

Copyright Q 2002 

Made in the USA 
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SPECIAL INSTALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (for unusual situations) 

When two or more of the following conditions exist, special precautions, detailed below, should be 

fallowed for maximum prevention of root overgrowth of fabric. 

I. Base of potential problem tree is higher than protected hardscape 

2. Soil is over 90% sand 

3. Tree species is aggressive, top rooting variety such as maple, ficus, etc. Consult a local arborist for 

species questions or recommendations if necessary. 

4. Tree is closer than eight feet (2400mm) from edge of protected hardscape. 

Special Precautions (See Drawing Below) 

I. Wherever practical, build level of soil adjacent to protected hardscape to a level even with or above 

base of tree. 

2. Attach Biobarrier approximately two inches (50 mm) from the lop edge of commercially available 

metal edging using hot or cold adhesive. For hot application use general adhesives hot melt #64x884 

or equivalent. For cold applications use Maceo adhesives "Fix-n-Seal" high performance clear 

sealant F S- U S, Prod. No. 1450113 or equivalent. 

3. Install metal edging adjacent to protected hardscape with Biobarrier attached. Leave metal edging 

approximately one inch above grade to prevent root overgrowth. Edging should extend a minimum 

of 10 feet (3000mm) in each direction from center of tree. Landscape timbers with Biobarrier 

attached to the bottom may be substituted for edging. 

Road - Min. 29" (736mm) width 

adequate protection. 

Path or Sidewalk - Min.19.5 " 

(500mm) width recommended for 

adequate proteclion . 

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metal edging 

Min. 6" (152 mill) Metal 

Edging I" (25 mm) 

:Jbovc soBle-vel 

Biobnnier altachcd app. 

2" (50mm) (rom lOp or 

edging 

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Biobarrier® Seaming Instructions 

t oS' (12mm) Min. Overlap Ends 

Continuous 6mm Wide Bead 

Hot Application 

General Adhesive Co. Hot Melt #64 x 884 or equivalent 

Cold Application 

Maceo Adhesives "Fix-n-Seal" High Performance Clear Sealant 

FS-45, Product No. 1450113 or equivalent 

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See Detailed Instructions Attached for These Installation Types 

This chart is a general gUide only. Your specific applications may reqUire slightly different sizes. ~. . I ""nth 

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0" 19.5" 29.0" 39.0" 58.5" 

Application Pg. # (30 em) (SO em) (74 em) (99<m) (149 em) 

Bunkers 8 • • 

Canals 7 

Containers 6 • • 

Curbs 11 • 

Dikes 7 

Drain Lines 6 • • • • 

Earth-Filled Dams 7 

Foundations 7 • • 

Golf Greens 8 • • 

Landfills 8 

Medians 11 • • 

Pipes 6 • • • • 

Planting Beds 9 • • • 

Pot 'N Pot 9 Sold In 611 x 1210 Swatches 

Pots 9 • • 

Retaining Walls 10 • 

Roof Gardens 9 • 

SeptiC Tanks 10 

Sidewalks 11 • • 

Paths 11 • • 

Streets 11 • • 

Swimming Pools 11 • • • 

Tennis Courts 11 • • • 

Underground Storage Tanks 12 

Utility Lines 6 • • 

Vaults 12 

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Containers 

Line planting container with Biobarrier®, placing material vertically at finished grade level, 

allowing it to drape down side, across bottom and up opposite side, ending at finished grade 

level. Pins or tape can be used to hold material in place. 

Depending on container size, it may be necessary to seam 

two or more widths together (see page 4). 

If container has a dirt bottom and roots are permitted to grow 

downward, product may be placed only around sides of 

container, attaching at top finished grade level. Width of 

product should be equal to, or greater than, the depth of 

container . 

Biobarrier® is used in planting pots to prevent roots from 

growing through drain holes. The bottom of the pot should be covered with drainage medium. 

and then covered with Biobarrier®. permitting water to pass, but stopping roots. 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

Drain lines, Utility Lines & Pipes 

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Drain lines and systems and utility lines and pipes can 

be protected from root intrusion by wrapping entirely 

with Biobarrier®, at joints or on any or all sides . 

Biobarrier® fabric can be easily cut with a knife or 

scissors to fit any configuration. Pipes may be 

completely wrapped lengthwise and overlapped 

(minimum of 3 inches or 2 nodules) or at joints or 

other critical locations where moisture or air may 

attract roots. Pins, industrial tape or adhesives, or 

plastic or metal bands may be used to hold Biobarrier@ in position ... remember, no gaps, it 

is only effective "where it is." 

Refer /0 General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & Vertical Ills/rue/iolls (Pg. 2) 

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Earth Darns, Dikes, Canals 

Installation ~ Earth Pam 

Biobarrier® can be used to prevent root intrusion into earthfilled structures and drain systems associated with dams, 

dikes and canals. For large areas, lengths of Biobarrier® 

can be seamed together using hot or cold melt adhesives (see 

Seaming Instructions, page 4). Pinned, overlapped seams 

can also be used. Biobarrier® is then placed over the area to 

be protected and covered to any depth with fill or other 

cover material, which can then 'naturalize' with surface vegetation without fear of tree root 

intrusion. Biobarrier® can be llsed underneath canals to prevent root intrusion. Biobarrier® 

must not corne in direct contact with surface water. There can be no gaps as the effective zone 

for stopping roots is 1 inch from the nodules. In new construction, it is advantageous to 

substitute Biobarrier® Root Control in place of most drainage fabrics since the geotextile in 

Biobarrier® is a standard AASHTO drainage fabric. 

Refer to General Guidelines. Page 1 

Foundations 

Dig a trench where Biobarrier® is to be installed, pruning 

the roots of existing trees if necessary. Distance of 

trench from foundatIon should be sufficient to allow for 

roots to swell without compromising structure. Place 

Biobarrier® in the trench, securing with installation strips 

and/or pins provided. Backfill the trench, and compact 

the dirt to ensure there are no gaps and Biobarrier® is 

up to finished grade. 

Rder to General Guidelines (Pg. i I & Vertical instructions (Pg. 2) 

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Golf GreenslBunkers 

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Dig a clean trench (extending to depth below existing roots) 

where Biobarrier® is to be installed. Remove roots on both 

sides of trench. Place top edge of Biobarrier® at finished 

grade level, securing with installation strips andlor pins 

provided, insuring that product hangs straight and taut, with 

no slumping or gaping. Backfill, compacting soil firmly. 

Biobarrier® may need to go deeper under these ideal 

growing conditions . 

Refer to General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & Vertical Instructions (Pg. 2) 

This application usually requires seaming or overlapping and/or 

hold down pins (see Seaming Instructions, page 4). If seaming 

is not feasible, then edges of fabric must be overlapped at least 

3 inches (or 2 nodules) and secured with pins in order to 

assure a continuous root control plane after cover is applied. 

There can be no gaps as the effective zone for stopping roots 

is 1 inch from the nodules. In new construction, it is 

advantageous to substitute Biobarrier® Root Control in place of 

most drainage fabrics since the geotextile in Biobarrier® is a 

standard AASHTO drainage fabric. 

landfills 

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Refer to General Guidelines (Pq. 1) & Vertical Instructions (Pg. 2) 

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Pot'n Pot 

Place the socket pot of the two-pot system designed to make 

an airtight seal, in the ground. Cover the bottom of the socket 

pot with Biobarrier®; normally a 32 nodule pad or two 32 

nodule pads for ~15 gallon containers, in the bottom of the 

socket pot. Do not add other material that might obstruct the 

seal in the bottom of the pot. Place the grower tub pot inside 

the socket pot, turning the drain holes 900 to misalign holes. 

After the grower tub pots have been removed, collect the 

Biobarrier® patches and store in the plastic protective pouch 

until next season for a maximum life expectancy of 10 years . 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

Planting Beds/Pots/Roof Gardens 

Biobarrier® can be used to line containerized beds to prevent roots from growing into them, 

clogging the drain systems or breaking planter walls. Biobarrier® should completely cover the 

drainage medium (plus at least 1 inch up all sides) in the bottom of the planting bed, then 

adequate soil, potting mix, mulch, etc. should be added to sustain desired plant growth. 

Growth will not be inhibited until roots enter the 

Biobarrier® zone, approximately 1" above fabric. 

Careful selection of plant material is needed in this 

application. Biobarrier® is used in planting pots to 

prevent roots from growing through drain holes. The 

bottom of the pot should be covered with drainage 

medium then the medium completely covered with 

Biobarrier®, permitting water to pass, but stopping 

roots. 

Biobarrier® can be used as the drainage fabric between the growing medium and the drainage 

medium in almost any application to prevent root intrusion into the drainage system. Roof 

gardens require site-specifiC custom deSigns, however, the above sketch is typical. 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

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Retainir"g Ii';)ll 

'.' .. . '" $0\1 &1I~~:iil ' t"-

Retaining Walls 

Dig a trench 1" deeper than chosen material width where 

Biobarrier@ is to be installed. Prune and remove the 

roots of existing trees. Place Biobarrier® in the trench at 

finished grade level, securing with installation strips 

and/or pins provided. Backfill the trench, compacting the 

dirt to ensure there are no gaps. 

If possible, trench should be cut at least 2 inches from 

retaining wall to allow for future root swell. 

Refer to General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & Vertical Instructions (Pg. 2) 

Trench Drains & Septic Tanks 

Completely surround the trench or tank and stone 

with Biobarrier® and/or overlap seam. The 

geotextile drainage fabric also serves to maintain the 

separation between the soil and the slone. Cut-oulS 

for inflow and outflow pipe penetrations should fit 

snuggly around pipes. Wrap each pipe cut-out and 

junction with Biobarrier®, then secure with industrial 

tape or ties. Leave no gaps in the Biobarrier®. 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 
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Sidewalks/Paths/Streets/Curbs/Medians/Tennis Courts 

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",: 

Dig a trench adjacent to hardscape (as close as possible) 

insuring depth is below where eXisting roots are found. 

After trenching, remove remaining roots, leaving walls of 

trench smooth. Place top edge of Biobarrier® at finished 

grade level, securing with installation strips and/or pins 

provided. Backfill carefully to avoid dislocating Biobarrier@, 

and compact firmly . 

Refer to General Guidelines (fg. 1) & Vertical Instructions (fg. 2) 

Swimming Pools 

Dig a trench adjacent to hardscape, pruning and 

removing any existing roots, leaving trench clean. 

Place Biobarrier® at finished grade level, securing 

with installation strips and/or pins provided. Backfill 

the trench, compacting the dirt firmly to ensure there 

are no gaps . 

Refer to General Guidelines (fq. 1) & Vertical Instructions (fq. 2) 

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Underground Tanks, Vaults 

Underground tanks may be protected from root intrusion 

by placing Biobarrier® across the top and securing to the 

sides of the tank before backfilling. Biobarrier® may also 

be placed on the sides and/or bottom of the tank. If a 

drainage system is provided around the tank, Biobarrier® 

may be used as the drainage fabric as well as to prevent 

root intrusion. Site-specific design ;s required . 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

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Biobarrier® II Preemergence Weed Control 

Horizontal Weed Control Installation Instructions For: 

• Guardrails & Fence Rows 

• Street Medians, Landscaping, Tombstones 

• Tree Skirts 

• Utility Substations 

• Pavers 

Guardrails and Fence Rows 

Determine width of weed inhibition desired. Remove 

existing soil or plant material to a depth of 2 inches 

below grade. A one-time application of a systemic 

herbicide will help control growth until Biobarrier® n 

herbicide zone is completely established (- two weeks). 

Cut Biobarricr@Illengthwise and fit by cutting 'x' shaped slits around rails or posts. Fabric must 

fit snuggly around rail or post to prevent weeds from growing up between it and the Biobarrier® 

II. Secure Biobarrier®l/ with pins (provided), and then add 2 inches of cover material. Rock or 

mulch m'e the preferred choices, however, soil, cinders or recycled shredded or chipped rubber 

may be used. In new installations, place Biobarrier® II in width desired, place cover material, 

and install guardrail posts or fence posts through tile fabric. 

Be sure to maintain the cover as UV and heat significantly reduce the life of Biobarrier. 

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Street Medians, Landscaping, Tombstones: 

(Combination Application) 

Since this application also 

utilizes Biobarrier® Root 

Control, see vertical 

installation instructions 

(page 2). 

Remove unwanted 

vegetation and material to 

a depth of 2 inches below 

grade. A one-time 

application of a systemic herbicide will help contain growth until the Biobarrier® II herbicide 

zone is completely established (- two weeks). Position and cut fabric for existing or new plants . 

Cut 'x' for plants with scissors or knife. Fit fabric around plant, folding flaps up close to each 

plant. Secure fabric edges by cutting a shallow trench (> I inch) and 'toeing in' exposed edge of 

Biobarrier® II. Pin fabric edge in trench at least every 4 ft. Add width, if required, by 

overlapping fabric 3 inches (7Smm) and pinning in place. Add 2 inches (50 mm) of cover 

material. Plant roots will not grow in I to 2 inch zone next to Biobarrier® II, so plants should be 

selected considering their normal root depth. The 2 inches of cover material must be maintained 

for long-term effectiveness. 

Refer To Biobarrier@IIGeneral Landscaping installation Instructions (Page 17) 
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Tree Skirts 

Determine size of area where surface vegetation is to be controlled. Cut a narrow trench with the 

edge of a shovel in desired shape. With scissors or knife, cut Biobarrier®II on line indicated, 

through the center point, extending slits as necessary to permit fabric to fit snugly around tree 

trunk. Fold 'points' of fabric under. Bring cut skirt edges together, securing with landscape pins 

'.'. " . 

(provided in package). "Toe-in" or press outside edges of 

Biobarrier®II down into trench. Insert landscape pins at 

l' intervals around perimeter of skirt. 

A rigid retainer around the tree can keep cover material 

in place and aid in keeping the edges of the Biobarrier®II 

material in the narrow 'toe-in' trench. 

With tip of shovel, make I "-2" cuts in soil slightly back 

from edge of Biobarricr®II, then tuck fabric edge in. Pins 

should then be placed every foot around edge of skirt to 

prevent it being pulled up by mowing equipment. 

Cover Biobarrier®II tree skirt with 2" of stone, mulch or soiL This depth must be maintained for 

optimum effectiveness. Deeper cover will permit more root growth for a longer period, 

However, if a seed does germinate, even in the 2" layer, when it attempts to grow down to set up 

a viable root system, it will come in contact with the herbicide zone and cease growing, 

Exposure of Biobarrier®II to sunlight will result in less than guaranteed life, Keep it covered. 

Refer To Biobarrier@IIGeneral Landscaping lllstallationlnstructions (Page 17) 
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Utility Substations 

Remove existing soil or plant 

material to a depth of 2 inches 

below grade. A one-time 

application of a systemic herbicide 

will help contain growth until 

Biobarrier® II herbicide zone is 

completely established (- two 

weeks). 

Place Biobarrier® II, overlapping or seaming according to seaming instructions (page 4) until 

desired width is achieved. Extend Biobarrier® II 18 inches beyond fence line for maximum 

benefit. Place 2 inchcs of cover material on the fabric. The objective is to prevent UVexposure 

and heat from degrading the Biobarrier® II. At least 2 inches of cover material must be 

maintained to obtain normal life expectancy . 

Pavers 

Excavate 2" below grade level, removing unwanted 

vegetation (especially that which could puncture fabric). 

Apply a systemic berbicide to prevent re-growth, if desired. 

Place Biobarrier® II horizontally, securing edges by "toeing 

in" to a shallow trench, then anchoring with landscape pegs 

(included). Layer 1" to 2" of sand on top of Biobarrier II, 

1·2 illl'lui:s fromslloace 't' . d . d d I I "Bl,bm"'" POS! IOn pavers m es!re pattern an eve. 

Refer To Biobarrier@ II General Landscaping Instal/at/on Instructions (Page 17) 

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BIOBARRIER® II WEED CONTROL INSTALLATION (General Landscaping) 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

Remove unwanted vegetation (particularly green foliage) and materials that can puncture the 

fabric. 

Wear chemical resistant gloves & eye protection; avoid contact with skin and clothing to 

prevent staining. 

Open the sealed yellow barrier wrap. Install product and cover as soon as possible (within 12 

hours). High temperatures and direct sunlight will reduce effective life. Place unused 

material in the barrier wrap and seal with ties provided. 

Position and cut fabric for existing or new plants. Add width, if required, and secure in place 

with landscape pegs provided (see illustrations A through F): 

A. Simply roll fabric out gcndy over 

existing plants. 

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B. Cut "X" ubo\-'c each plant with 

llou$chold scissors or knife forming 

triangular naps . 

C. Fit fabric around each plant Fold 

back flaps against cnch plant stem. 

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~ill~~~i~~1~~t1i~:~ ~: ~: ~ : ~ : 

D. Secure fabric edges by cllttillg u 

shallow Irench (approx. 1") & 

'Iocing in' edge of Biobarricr ililO 

trellch. Peg fabric edge in trcllch 

e\'ery 4' 

E. Add widtll ifrclJuircd by 

o\'crlapping fabric three inches (75 

mDl) and staking ill place:. 

F. COver fabric with 2 illches (50 DIm) 

of'lIIaterial. 

Ensure a two-inch (50 mm I cover material depth is maintained_ 

These guidelines treat a tyoical installation for surface vegetation control. Minor procedural changes mav 

be required deoending on vour specific aoolication_ 
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Wagne." Regulatory Associates, Inc. 

Federal and State Pesticide Regulatory Specialists 

p.o~ Box 7954 

Wilmington. DE 19801-0954 

Tel: (302) 234-8550 

FlIx: (302) 234-7570 

Email: jinvffwagnerrcg.com Internet: \vww,wagucrrcg.com 

Federal Express 

October 1 5, 2002 

u.s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Document Processing Desk (NOTIF) 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504C) 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202-4501 

Attention: Ms. Joanne I. Miller 

Product Manager (23). Registration Division 

Dear Ms. Miller: 

Re: Notification and Submission of Final Printed Label for EPA Reg. No. 59823-3 

Biobarrier II Preemergence Weed Control System 

General Installation Guidelines 

In response to your acceptance letter of May 21,2002, I am submitting one copy of the 

final printed label and General Installation Guidelines for the referenced product. All of 

the changes outlined in your letter have been incorporated into these labels. 

In addition, we are notifying you of the following further changes made in accordance 

with EPA PR Notice 98-10: 

• Biobarrier II General Installation Guidelines: On page 2 the "Installation 

Instructions for Vertical Installation" have been revised as follows: 

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Graphics - Three figures have been added to graphically show the proper 

installation procedures for vertical application based on directions already 

approved by EPA. (PR Notice 98-10, Part II, M.2) 

Instructions for cutting a trench for the vertical application have been 

revised. The previous guidance was to cut a trench a minimum of 2 

inches wide. This has been revised to cut a trench a minimum of 4 inches 

Wide. This change does not alter the amount, timing or frequency of 

Biobarrier product which is applied, nor does it alter any potential 

exposure. (PR Notice 98-10, Part II, M.3) • • •••••• 

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As required by PR Notice 98-10, I have enclosed a completed Registration Amendment·· 

Form (EPA Form 8570- 1) for this product. If you have any questions about this • 

• • submission please contact me at telephone 302-234-8550. : ..... 

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Please forward all correspondence on this matter to my attention at: 

Sincerely, 

Wagner Regulatory Associates. Inc. 

P.O. Box 7954 

Wilmington. DE 19803-0954 

~~~ Agent for Reemay, Inc. 

Enclosures - label for Biobarrier II (1 copy) 

Installation Guidelines (1 copy) 

• EPA Form 8570-1 (l copy) 

Cc: Reemay, Inc. 

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Unitod States I I Registration opp Identifier Number 

oEPA Environmental Protection Agency v Amendment 

Washington, OC 20460 Other 

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1. Company/Product Number 2. EPA Product Menager 3. Proposod Clessification 

59823-3 Joanne Miller o None o Restricted 

4", (Name) PM' 

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5. Name and Address of Applicant (Includ. ZIP Cads) 6. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(c)(31 

Reemay, Inc. (b)(il. my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

70 Oid Hickory Blvd. to: 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 EPA Reg. No. 

o Chflck H this is • new address Product Name 

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0 Amendment· Explain below. ~ Final printed Jabols in repsonu to Mav 21.2002 fa 0 Agencv letter dated 

RO$ubmission in response to Agoncy letter dated "Me Too" Application. 

Notification· Explain below. 0 Other - Explain below, 

Explanation: Use additional pagers) if necessary. (For section I and Section II.) 

See cover leiter 

~Thjs notlficalion is consislent WIth Ihe provisions of PR Notice 98-10 and EPA regulaBons at 40 CFR 152.46, and no other changes have been made to the 

labeling or the confKfenlial statemenl of formula of this product I understand thai illS a violallon o( 18 U.s,C. Sec, 1001 to wlilfully make any false slatement to 

EPA I further understand that if this notificalion is nol consistentwilh Ihe terms of PR Notice 98·10 and 40 CFR 152A6, Ihis producl may ba in violation of 

FIFRA and I may be subject to enforcement aellon and penailles under seclions 12 and 14 01 FIFRA~ 

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1. Mot.rlal ThI. Product Will 110 lin: 

Chifd·Resistent Packaoi ng I Unit Packaging Weter Soluble Packaging 2. Type of Container 

~Y.' - Y •• 

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V Plastic No Glaas 

must If "Yes" No. per If "Yes" No. p~r Peper 

Unit Packaging wgt. container Package wgt container Other (Specify) $ubmittl!ld 

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~ Lobol U , Rolls of 20 and 100 fl. lenglh l':::J On label 

6. Manner in Which Label is Affixed to Product " Uthograph o Other 

Paperfe,ued 

Stene' ed 

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1. Cont.ct Point " Ii/oms J'_ .... ,.,. ,for, ,of Ito b., . if, . /0 m, , this.' 

I Name Title , No. [lnCluo. Are. Codel 

James M, Wagner Agent for Reemay, Inc. (302) 231-811:» 0 

Certification 6. Qato App1~.~. 

I certify thot the statements I heve made on this form end .U attachments thereto oro truaf occurato and comptete. Rtceived : o • 

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EPA Farm 8670·' !Rav. 3~941 Previous editions ere obsolete. WhIt •• EPA FIle Copy (origin"l Yellow - AppIIcont Cop 
Mr. James M. Wagner 

Reemay. Inc. 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 

Dear Mr. Wagner: 

UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

2 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

,. Subject: Label Revision Amendment - Revised Directions For Use, 

Ingredient Statement, First Aid Statements, And Supplemental 

Product Labeling 

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Biobarrier II Preemcrgence Weed Control System 

EPA Registration No. 59823-3 

Your Amendment Application Submission Dated 

January 17, 2002 

The labeling, referred to above, submitted in comlcction with registration under the Federal Insecticide, 

Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), as amended, is acceptable provided that you: 

I. Make the labeling changes listed below before you release the product for shipment bearing the amended 

labeling: 

a . Under the headings entitled "Precautionary Statements," please incorporate the following 

signal word and precautionary statements: 

CAUTION 

May cause moderate eye irritation. Hamlful if inhaled, or absorbed tllrough the skin. Do not 

get in eye, on skin or 011 clothing. TIle active Jngredient, trifluralin, may cause skin sensitization 

reactions in certain individuals. 

Note: At your discretion, you may omit the precautionary statements listed on page (I) onc of 

your product labeling. 

b. Under the heading entitled "Precautionary Statements," please include the following personal 

protectivc equipment: 

Use protective clothing such as long pants, long-sleeved shirt, and chemical resistant gloves 

when handling this product. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove 

contaminated clothing and wash betore reuse. 

Nole: At your discretion, YOll may omil the personal protective equipment listed on 

~ID\\IAP_O yt.!\ TfAiv\' ?") 

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page (1) one of your product labeling. 

c. Under the heading entitled "PrecAutionary Statements," succeeding the precautionary 

statements and personal protective equipment, please incorporate a box titled "User 

Safety Recommendations". Within the box, include the following statements listed 

below: 

d. 

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 

thoroughly and put on clean clothing." 

In compliance with the trifluralin RED, revise the Environmental Hazards to read as the 

following: 

This pesticide is extremely toxic to freshwater marine, and estuarine fish and aquatic 

invertebrates including shrimp and oyster. 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 contall1inate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

2. Please submit one (I) final printed copy of the referenced label, incorporating the above 

change, before releasing the product for shipment. 

A stamped copy is enclosed for your records. The amended product labeling supercedes all 

previously accepted ones. [fyou have any concerns or questions regarding this letter, please call 

Marcel Howard at (703)305-6784 . 

Enclosures 

Sincerely yours, 

Joanne 1. Miller 

Product Manger (23) 

Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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Biob81'tier II - Orefllebel 

EPA Reg No 59823·3 

Jan 2. 2002 

I CENTER PANEL J 

® 

Blobarrlar II 

Prlllmerg,nce Weed Conlrol Sy.tlm 

IIlobarrier is B multi-yew preemargence weed conlrol l)'IIbIm con.lallng of t1me-raleese nodulea 

Impregnaled with. herbicide. The nodules af. altac:hed permanently to a ft8ldble and permeable 

geotextlle fabric which can be contou' lII1PMed to a wide variety of applications and which Will 

inhlbK plant root dlV1lioprnent I" the application. lUll fonh below. 

Activo ingredient; Nominal 

T rJlluralln (a.a.a-tri1!uoro-2. 6-dlnllro-N .N-dipropyl'p-Ioluid Ine ).. 17.5% 

Inert Ingredients: .................. ".................................... .. ~ 

TOTAL 100.0% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

CAUTION 

May cause modolllto oyo if,netion. Harmful W Inhaled. or 8b1orb6d lhrough the tkirl. Do no! get 

In .yea. on akin or on clothing. The lIOtivo ingredienl trlfturalln. may cause Bkln aen&HI%aIiM 

reacliona In cortaln Individuals. 

Use protoctive clothing such aalong panta, iong-alOOV6d Shirt. and glOvet when handling thlt 

product. WaSh thoroughly with aoap and watet 8fter handling. Remove contaminated clothing 

end WII.h bafOr. reu ••• 

. s.. ,Ids panel for additional P_tuttonary Statarn..,!&. 

Mrg. By; 

EPA Reg!at,atlOn No. 59823-3 

E81abliahmenl No. 59823-TN·1 

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70 Old Hickory 81vd. 

Old HiCkory. TN 37138 

1·800·257·6687 

ACCEPTED 

wllh r.OM~U;N'rS 

w EPA lA"tter Dated 

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Under 1he Federal In.llectidd~ 

Ffuldidde. and Rutirndcide Act 

Ill! wllcudNi. fo r 1he pe&tidde j·~girt~!:$d Iluder £? A Reg. No-, 

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Blobarrior II - Dra!! label 

EPA Reg No 5111123·3 

Jan 2. 2002 

Blobarrler II Applications 

May be Installed In eny 8rllll of the landlcape which normany requirel .praying or weed trimming 

10 conlrollurfaca vege1a!lOIl, 81 10I\g as a 2" oover mBl8l1a11a malnlained. 

Blob~ II it not to be Ioatellad In surface waler. 

(See Enwonmentat Hazard.) 

SpGCific appilcaUona Include: 

• Guardrail • 

. ' F.ncaRowa 

• Strut Medians 

• LanclltClplng 

• Tombatonu 

• Tr •• Skirt. 

• Utility Substat/ona 

• Pave.-. 

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"7'11 j jij' ',h ~"i~1 I' , 

Non-Food Ule Only 

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RrlIAItl 

If IWlllowul 

If In ev • ., 

If on .kl.: 

If Inhaltd: 

BiobarriGr II • DralllBbel 

EPA Rag No 611823·3 

Jan 2, 2002 

PNIClutlonary Statements 

Hazard. to Human. and 

Oomllltic AnImal. 

Wsw.llo .. d: 

'Call • polson (ontrol Ctntlr or dOCtor Imllltdillfiy tor 

lrntmem aeMu, 

·Ha". pffSon s;p a gl ... of Wltlr If able to 'wallow. 

·Do not Induct yomnlng unl ... told '0 do 10 by a pol .. n (ontrof ctnttr or dotter. 

-00 not give anything by mouth to In unconscious person. 

If In eyt,: 

-HOld eve opfn and nn .. llowly and 9l1\t1y with w.tor for 

15-20 minutes, a,mevt (omatt lensu. If present., aft., the 

flrS! 5 mitlotts, thin contino. rinsing ..... , -Can. polson control Clm ... or doctor for trUtlll.nt advice, 

! K on .kln Qr dothlng: 

• T ok •• ff (Onllml.lled dothlng. 

·Rinu likin. immtdJatefy wflh plenlV of Witt' for 15-20 

minutes. 

-(jJI J pelson control teme, or doctor for tlutm~nt .advicf. 

Iflnhlltd: 

-M ... p./Son to Imh Ilr. 

'If pmon I, not b'tathlng, all gIl or Ambulanc., the. 

give artifiCial rtsplFltlon, preferably mouth-,o·motrtl! If 

peHibl •. 

-Call. polson COfttrol ctnter or !$OCtO! fer m:atn"l4!:nt advtct. 

Itt •• thl produt,t :!~nt; :;.t':.,be.1 with you WMft calli ... 110_ control caftter or or for tre&\IMftt. 

Environ menlll Hazards: 

This .,.sticlda is toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to waler or to are .. where surface water Is 

present or to IntenldaJ ateas below the mean high wiler millk, 

PhY'iaol Haurds: 

DO nol store ntar heat or optn flame. 

Dirtctlons 'or Use: 

It is • violation of Fed."" lAw to lise this product!n & mlnnlr inconsistent with Its labeling. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL. 

Sloteg.: Store in original container only Store In dry pIae6 out of dIniCI &unllghl 

'esticlde Disposal: Do not contaminate wlter, food, or feed by Slorago or disposal. WUles 

I1!suhlng from use of this pro~uct may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal 

facilitY. 

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Blob¥Tler II • Draft label 

EPA Reg No 5982$-3 

Jan 2. 2002 

Container Disposa', Completely empty container. Then dispose of wrap and/or box In a sanitary 

landnll or by Indneratlon. or. If allowed by State and Local authorlth!s. by burning. If burned. stav 

out of smoke. 

81oban1twl?lll " • multi-year preernergen<:e weed control Iywtem whldl " .tnltegloelly positioned 

10 inhibit root development III1d OUtface .... gellllion (1M applicallona). 8ioban'ier II controle pion! 

r001l by eatablithing an in-soi bart!er plana of trllluralin. which pravanlt root tip ell dlllialOn. The 

muIIJ.~ fMlura of Blobarrfer 1/ Is provkled by • Ume-rall&e&e madlan!tm whk:h conHnuec to 

metar tr1IIurailn Inlo the 1011 .. the expoeed trllluralin biologically and chemically degrad ... Since 

the f10brIc II flexille and permeable. lnltallallon may be cullom conlourad to obtain the moat 

dealrable control . 

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BlobenIer 1/ • Dnlfllabal 

EPA Reg No 59823·3 

Jan 2, 2002 

Biobarrier«lll i& r.edy f()( In·soll Inltalla!lon .. received. The fabric lhould be in lOa .. SOQn as 

practical eft.r removal from the seated shipp;ng conlalner, minimizing &XpOfllJre to dl1'fCl8Unlight 

and allIYeted lamperatures. Prolonged expoaure can recIuce the effectIVe life of the product. 

Biobarriert»11 should not be inslalled in wat .... Slore any Unuaed pOlf!OnB of tha product lightly 

r •• ealad In !he Original conlalner In a dry place. 

SlObarrlar® /11& lna1aned In the son hortzontaly to control lurface vag.IaOOn. Product may require 

learning, hOld down pegl, or o!her devk:et 10 usure fabric poeition. In all applications, noduleS 

must be no furlhar than one and one-haIf inches Bpart In order 10 II"'"' a conlinuous root 

control plana. A T layer of cover material must be maintained. 

(SEE ADDITIONAl. DIRECTIONS ENCLOSED) 

The Seller makes no w81tllnU&6 concerning lhla product or ita u" which extend beycnd the 

standard speciflClltions lOr lIle prodUCI8. The Seller mak .. no W8rT11ntlH of marolUlnllblllty 

or nlnall for a PlIrtioular I>IIJ'PI)ae, or any other exprael or implied werranty. 

Buyer anum .. all rlak and liability tesullilg from use of the jlfoduct& delivered hereundar, 

'Mlllth&r used .'ngUl8lly or In combination with other producla. All Btatamen1ll concerning this 

product apply only when used as directed. 

No ClaIm of any kind, whether BI 10 products de&vered or for nondaIlvery of jlfoducta. and 

whelhef or not baaed on negligence, Ihall ba greater In amount than the porch ... prfca of .,. 

producte In reapact to whICh damag .. are claimed. No charge or expense Incident 10 any claims 

will be alloWed un"" approved by an authorized r8jlfMentallVa Of Sellar. Produc\a ah •• not be 

returned 10 sellar wItt10uI Seller', prior permlSllon, and then only In a m8MBr prescribed by 

Saller. Thl Nmldy ,",/llby proyldtd l1li11 be the uCluaIVe and 101. /lImtdy of Buyer •• nd 

In no .vent ,hall either party be IIRIt for apedat. IndIrKt or conltqutnllli dal!llQH. 

wIIalher or nol nUHd by or rHulllnll from the negllglnc. of auch PlIrt)l. 

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~iobarrier® Root Control 

/ Biobarrier® II Preemergence Weed Control 

~~neral Installation Guidelines 

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v THESE GENERAL GUIDEUNES MUST BE FOLLOWED IN ALL BIOBARRIER INSTALLATIONS 

REFER TO PAGE 3 FOR INDEX OF SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS 

V. Review site-specific design plan with a certified local arborist for all applications specifically for 

depth of Biobarrier required and ESPECIALLY IF ROOT TRIMMING IS REQUIRED! 

v~ Contact utility companies prior to digging or trenching if there are possibility service lines are 

present • 

t.A'/ Wear gloves when handling Biobarrier to prevent staining. 

~ .. 

See product label and MSDS sheet for further information. 

Do not allow gaps in fabric during installation or backfilling 

Many severed roots can regenerate, so they should always be completely removed. If removal 

is not possible, a systemiC herbicide must be applied to severed roots to prevent re-growth. 

The systemic herbicide should be carefully applied, according to manufacturer directions, 

insuring that it does not come in contact with existing tree roots. This could damage or kill the 

tree. 

i-In high organic soils (> 10%) with aggressive root species in close proximity to olefin plastics, 

spray or saturate trench walls with liquid triflu@lin. 

When joining two pieces of Biobarrier®, be sure they do not become separated at any point. 

Seaming can be accomplished by using construction adhesive and/or overlapping. If the latter 

is used, seams should be overlapped at least 3 inches (or 2 nodule widths). Sod pins may also 

be used for seams, but make sure there are no gaps. 

Biobarrier® should not be left exposed to surface water or sunlight. 

Biobarrier® products are for non-food uses only. 

vffiobarrier® stops roots within ~1 inch of a nodule. Proper placement is very important. 

It is only effective where it is! 

For Technical Assistance on any of these applications, call 1-800-284-2780 

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VV'ERTICAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

vCut a trench at least 2 inches (5 cm) wide, adjacent to the structure, using clean-cutting, trenching or 

root-pruning equipment. Trench length should be at least equal to the width of mature tree canopy, 

plus 10 feet. If equipment used fails to produce a "clean" trench ( no roots protruding on either side), 

then roots should be hand pruned back to the trench wall on both sides. 

vlcfake sure Biobarrier is as close to the hardscape as possible to insure that top is and remains at grade 

level. Biobarrier should be installed on the side of the trench opposite the root source. 

vThe trench for the Biobarrier® should be positioned to stop lateral root growth, but should also allow 

for future swelling of existing roots to minimize pressure on the structure being protected. 

vROll out Biobarrier® and cut to length of trench. 

~draulic sand can be used to facilitate compaction in any case. Compact soil to minimize settling. It 

may be necessary to return later to fill and compact after settling. Insure Biobarrier is still up to 

finished grade to prevent roots over top; fabric should not be exposed. 

vIflnstaliation strios are used: (encfosed in box) 

~emove paper backing from tape located on one edge of the installation strip. 

Place taped edge of strip between first and second row of nodules beginning at one end and 

pressing firmly to ensure good adhesion. Place installation strips ~2.5 feet (76 cm) apart the 

entire length of the Biobarrier® (closer if necessary, as required to make sure there is no sag 

below finished grade in top edge of fabric). 

()Jse strips to lower Biobarrier® into trench, taking care that fabric hangs taut and straight with no 

sagging or bunching. Position top edge of Biobanrier® at finished grade level by folding top edge 

of installation strip over onto soil or hardscape next to trench. This will help to insure Biobarrier® 

is in proper pOSition. Make sure Biobarrier is as close to hardscape as possible to ensure top is and 

remains at grade level. Biobarrier should be installed on the side of the trench opposite the root 

source. 

vKrlchor Biobanrier® by pinning installation strips into soil using pins provided, or by putting soil or 

rocks, etc. on top to hold the strip securely in place. Compact backfill firmly to prevent settling 

later and remove installation strips after job is completed and top edge is confirmed to still be at 

grade at all points along entire length. 

vrfi~~tallation strips are not used: 

vtOwer Biobarrier® into trench, taking care that fabric hangs taut and straight, with no sagging or 

bunching. Position top edge of fabric at finished grade level. Anchor Biobarrier® using pins 

provided, and then add backfill carefully, so fabric is not dislodged. Compact backfill firmly to 

prevent settling later and confirm that top edge is still at grade level. If settling does occur, 

additional fill may be necessary insuring Biobarrier is at finished grade for the life of the 

installation, but not exposed. 

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V'VVhen two or more of the following conditions exist, special precautions, detailed below, should be 

followed for maximum prevention of root overgrowth of fabric. 

v1. Base of potential problem tree is higher than protected hardscape 

1/2; Soil is over 90% sand 

vJ: Tree species is aggressive, top rooting variety such as maple, ficus, etc. Consult a local arborist for 

species questions or recommendations if necessary. 

J/Y. Tree is closer than eight feet (2400mm) from edge of protected hardscape. 

/$pecial Precautions (See Drawing Below) 

vl:; Wherever practical, build level of soil adjacent to protected hardscape to a level even with or above 

base of tree. 

v2; Attach Biobanrier approximately two inches (50 mm) from the top edge of commercially available 

metal edging using hot or cold adhesive. For hot application use general adhesives hot melt 

#64x884 or equivalent. For cold applications use Maceo adhesives "Fix-n-Seal" high performance 

clear sealant F 5- U 5, Prod. No. 1450113 or equivalent. 

0: Install metal edging adjacent to protected hardscape with Biobanrier attached. Leave metal edging 

approximately one inch above grade to prevent root overgrowth. Edging should extend a 

minimum of 10 feet (3000mm) in each direction from center of tree. Landscape timbers with 

8iobanrier attached to the bottom may be substituted for edging. 

Road - Min. 29" (736mm) width 

for adequate protection. 

Path or Sidewalk - Min.19.5 " 

(500mm) width recommended 

for adequate protection. 

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Close-up: 

metal edging 

Min. 6" (152 mm) 

Metal Edging 1* (25 

mm) above soil level 

8iobamerattadled 

app.2*(50mm) 

from top of edging 

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'//ContinllOUS 6mm Wide Bead 

/'t' OS' (12mm) Min, Overlap Ends 

Hot Application 

General Adhesive Co. Hot Melt #64 )( 884 or equivalent 

Cold Application 

Maceo Adhesives "Fix-n-Seal" High Performance Clear Sealant 

FS-45, Product No. 1450113 or equivalent 

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See Detailed Instructions Attached for These Installation Types 

Q This chart is a general guide only. Your specific applications may require slightly different sizes. 

~~ Sinharri""" Recommended Death 

~. kit 

1 12.

0 v " ~ 19.5" / 29.0" ,/ 39.0',/ 5~ 

~kPpplicatjon Pg. # (30 em (50 em) (74 an) (99 em) (149 em) 

v "Bunkers /8 • • /' / 

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<2anals / 7 • 

/' --Containers ,.6 • • • 

/ 

..eurbs /11 • 

lJ;>rKes ,7 • 

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'" ~B1ai~unes 6 • • • • • 

/f-1:arth-Filled Dams /1 • 

• rFoundations //7 • • • 

J &lfGreens /8 • • " 

Landfills 8 ./ • 

/ -Medians ,11 • • / 

)'ij5es , 

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./ .planting 8eds /9 • • • • 

/ V?ot 'N Pot /9 Sold In 6" x 1211 Swatches 

/ 'Pots /9 • • 

/' Retaining Walls /10 • • 

• ./ ,Roof Gardens ,/9 • • 

,septic Tanks /10 • ./ 

/ "Sidewalks /11 • • 

/' Paths "/11 • • 

/' 'Streets ,"11 • • 

, , cSwimming Pools /11 • • • , 

, Tennis Courts /11 • • • 

/ 'Underground Storage Tanks /12 • / Utility Lines /76 • • • 

Vaults ,12 • 

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/Containers 

/'ine planting container with Biobarrier®, placing material 

vertically at finished grade level, allowing it to drape down 

side, across bottom and up opposite side, ending at finished 

grade level. Pins or tape can be used to hold material in 

place. Depending on container size, it may be necessary to 

seam two or more widths together (see page 4). 

If container has a dirt bottom and roots are permitted to 

grow downward, product may be placed only around sides 

• of container, attaching at top finished grade level. Width of 

product should be equal to, or greater than, the depth of container. 

• 

Biobarrier® is used in planting pots to prevent roots from growing through drain holes. The 

bottom of the pot should be covered with drainage medium, and then covered with Biobarrier®, 

permitting water to pass, but stopping roots. 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

J>rain Lines, Utility Lines & Pipes 

-Drain lines and systems and utility lines and pipes can 

be protected from root intrusion by wrapping entirely 

with Biobarrier®, at jOints or on any or all sides. 

Biobarrier® fabric can be easily cut with a knife or 

scissors to fit any configuration. Pipes may be 

completely wrapped lengthwise and overlapped 

(minimum of 3 inches or 2 nodules) or at jOints or 

other critical locations where moisture or air may 

attract roots. Pins, industrial tape or adhesives, or 

plastic or metal bands may be used to hold Biobarrier® in position ... remember, no gaps, it 

is only effective "where it is." 

j Refer to General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & VertiCilllnstructions (pa. 2) 

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~rth Dams, Dikes, canals 

-!!iOb;rrier® can be used to prevent root intrusion into 

earth-filled structures and drain systems associated with 

dams, dikes and canals. For large areas, lengths of 

Biobarrier® can be seamed together using hot or cold melt 

adhesives (see Seaming Instructions, page 4). Pinned, 

overlapped seams can also be used. Biobarrier® is then 

placed over the area to be protected and covered to any 

depth with fill or other cover material, which can then 'naturalize' with surface vegetation 

without fear of tree root intrusion. Biobarrier® can be used underneath canals to prevent root 

• intrusion. Biobarrier® must not come in direct contact with surface water. There can be no 

gaps as the effective zone for stopping roots is 1 inch from the nodules. In new construction, 

it is advantageous to substitute Biobanrier® Root Control in place of most drainage fabrics since 

the geotextile in Biobarrier® is a standard AASHTO drainage fabric. 

ItEfer to General Guidelin~ Page 1 

• ./'Dig a trench where Biobarrier® is to be installed, pruning 

the roots of existing trees if necessary. Distance of 

trench from foundation should be sufficient to allow for 

roots to swell without compromising structure. Place 

Biobarrier® in the trenCh, securing with installation strips 

and/or pins provided. Backfill the trench, and compact 

the dirt to ensure there are no gaps and Biobarrier® is 

up to finished grade. 

~Foundations 

/ Refer to General Guidelines (pg. 1) & Verticallnstrudions (pg. 2) 

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~If Greens/Bunkers 

~; clean trench (extending to depth below existing 

roots) where Biobarrier@ is to be installed. Remove roots 

on both sides of trench. Place top edge of Biobarrier® at 

finished grade level, securing with installation strips and/or 

pins provided, insuring that product hangs straight and 

taut, with no slumping or gaping. Backfill, compacting soil 

firmly. Biobarrier® may need to go deeper under these 

ideal growing conditions • 

/,{efer to General Guidelines (pg. 1) & VeltiCaI Instructions (Pg. 2) 

/ 

Jhis application usually requires seaming or overlapping and/or 

hold down pins (see Seaming Instructions, page 4). If seaming 

is not feasible, then edges of fabric must be overlapped at least 

3 inches (or 2 nodules) and secured with pins in order to 

assure a continuous root control plane after cover is applied. 

There can be no gaps as the effective zone for stopping roots 

is 1 inch from the nodules. In new construction, it is 

advantageous to substitute Biobarrier® Root Control in place of 

most drainage fabrics since the geotextile in Biobarrier® is a 

standard AASHTO drainage fabric. 

Landfills 

Refer to General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & Vertical Instructions (Pq. 2) 

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eot'n Pot 

1a.ff1:7P.n~~~;;;;:---l --Place the socket pot of the two-pot system designed to make 

an airtight seal, in the ground. Cover the bottom of the socket 

pot with Biobarrier®; normally a 32 nodule pad or two 32 

nodule pads for ~15 gallon containers, in the bottom of the 

socket pot. Do not add other material that might obstruct the 

seal in the bottom of the pot. Place the grower tub pot inside 

the socket pot, turning the drain holes 900 to misalign holes. 

After the grower tub pots have been removed, collect the 

Biobarrier® patches and store in the plastic protective pouch 

until next season for a maximum life expectancy of 10 years . 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

:::;;Panting Beds/ Pots/Roof Gardens 

yobarrier® can be used to line containerized beds to prevent roots from growing into them, 

clogging the drain systems or breaking planter walls. Biobarrier® should completely cover the 

drainage medium (plus at least 1 inch up all sides) in the bottom of the planting bed, then 

adequate soil, potting mix, mulch, etc. should be added to sustain deSired plant growth. 

Growth will not be inhibited until roots enter the 

Biobarrier® zone, approximately 1" above fabric. 

• careful selection of plant material is needed in this 

application. Biobarrier® is used in planting pots to 

prevent roots from growing through drain holes. The 

bottom of the pot should be covered with drainage 

medium then the medium completely covered with 

Biobarrier®, permitting water to pass, but stopping 

roots. 

/Slobarrier® can be used as the drainage fabric between the growing medium and the drainage 

medium in almost any application to prevent root intrusion into the drainage system. Roof 

gardens require Site-specific custom designs, however, the above sketch is typical. 

/Refer to General GuidelInes, Page 1 

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-1tetaining Walls 

pg1i trench 1" deeper than chosen material width where 

Biobarrier@ is to be installed. Prune and remove the 

roots of existing trees. Place Biobarrier® in the trench at 

finished grade level, securing with installation strips 

andlor pins provided. Backfill the trench, compacting the 

dirt to ensure there are no gaps. 

If possible, trench should be cut at least 2 inches from 

retaining wall to allow for future root swell. 

4fer to General Guidelines (Pg. 1) & Vertical Instructions (Pg. 2) 

/mpletely surround the trench or tank and stone 

with Biobarrier® and/or overlap seam. The 

geotextile drainage fabric also serves to maintain the 

separation between the soil and the stone. Cut-outs 

for inflow and outflow pipe penetrations should fit 

snuggly around pipes. Wrap each pipe cut-out and 

junction with Biobarrier®, then secure with industrial 

tape or ties. Leave no gaps in the Biobarrier®. 

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insuring depth is below where existing roots are found. 

After trenching, remove remaining roots, leaving walls of 

trench smooth. Place top edge of Biobarrier® at finished 

grade level, securing with installation strips and/or pins 

provided. Backfill carefully to avoid dislocating Biobarrier®, 

and compact firmly. 

4rer to General GUidelines (Po. 1) & Verocal Instructions (Po. 2) 

/ 

~wimming Pools 

'?!9a trench adjacent to hardscape, pruning and 

/removing any existing roots, leaving trench clean. 

Place Biobarrier® at finished grade level, securing 

with installation strips and/or pins provided. Backfill 

• the trench, compacting the dirt firmly to ensure there 

are no gaps. 

/Refer to General Guidelines (pg. 1) & Verocal Instructions (Pg. 2) 

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/ 

tanks may be protected from root intrusion 

by placing Biobarrier® across the top and securing to the 

sides of the tank before backfilling. Biobarrier® may also 

be placed on the sides and/or bottom of the tank. If a 

drainage system is provided around the tank, Biobarrier® 

may be used as the drainage fabric as well as to prevent 

root intrusion. Site-specific design is required . 

Refer to General Guidelines, Page 1 

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~robarrier® II Preemergence Weed Control 

,/l1orizontal Weed Control Installation Instructions For: 

Guardrails & Fence Rows 

Street Medians, Landscaping, Tombstones 

Tree Skirts 

Utility Substations 

Pavers 

,~rdrails and Fence Rows 

/ 

/etermine width of weed inhibition desired. Remove 

existing soil or plant material to a depth of 2 inches 

below grade. A one-time application of a systemic 

herbicide will help control growth until Biobanier~ IT 

herbicide zone is completely established (~ two weeks). 

Cut Biobanie~IT lengthwise and fit by cutting 'x' shaped 

slits around rails or posts. Fabric must fit snuggly around rail or post to prevent weeds from . 

growing up between it and the Biobarrie~ II. Secure Biobanie~II with pins (provided), and 

then add 2 inches of cover material. Rock or mulch are the preferred choices, however, soil, 

cinders or recycled shredded or chipped rubber may be used. In new installations, place 

Biobarrie~ II in width desired, place cover material, and install guardrail posts or fence posts 

through the fabric. 

//Se sure to maintain the cover as UV and heat significantly reduce the life of Biobarrier. 

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Aeet Medians. Landscapjng. Tombstones: 

(Combination Application) 

ftn~e this application also 

utilizes Biobarrier® Root 

Control, see vertical 

installation instructions 

(page 2). 

Remove unwanted 

vegetation and material to 

a depth of 2 inches below 

grade. A one-time 

application of a systemic herbicide will help contain growth until the Biobarrierlll II herbicide 

zone is completely established (~ two weeks). Position and cut fabric for existing or new 

plants. Cut 'x' for plants with scissors or knife. Fit fabric around plant, folding flaps up close to 

each plant. Secure fabric edges by cutting a shallow trench (>1 inch) and 'toeing in' exposed 

edge of Biobarrierlll II. Pin fabric edge in trench at least every 4 ft. Add width, if required, by 

overlapping fabric 3 inches (75mm) and pinning in place. Add 2 inches (50 mm) of cover 

material. Plant roots will not grow in 1 to 2 inch zone next to Biobarrier® II, so plants should 

be selected considering their normal root depth. The 2 inches of cover material must be 

maintained for long-term effectiveness. 

Aefer To Biobarrier'@II General Landscaping Installation Instructions (Page 18) 

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~eeSkirts 

/CJetermine size of area where surface vegetation is to be controlled. Cut a narrow trench with 

the edge of a shovel in desired shape. With scissors or knife, cut Biobarrier®II on line indicated, 

through the center pOint, extending slits as necessary to permit fabric to fit snugly around tree 

trunk. Fold 'points' of fabric under. Bring cut skirt edges together, securing with landscape pins 

(provided in package). "Toe-in" or press outside edges of 

Biobarrier®II down into trench. Insert landscape pins at 

l' intervals around perimeter of skirt. 

A-~igid retainer around the tree can keep cover material 

in place and aid in keeping the edges of the Biobarrier®II 

material in the narrow 'toe-in' trench. 

With tip of shovel, make 1"-2" cuts in soil slightly back 

from edge of Biobarrier®II, then tuck fabric edge in. Pins 

should then be placed every foot around edge of skirt to 

prevent it being pulled up by mowing equipment. 

/'Cover Biobarrier®II tree skirt with 2" of stone, mulch or soil. This depth must be maintained 

for optimum effectiveness. Deeper cover will penn it more root growth for a longer period. 

However, if a seed does germinate, even in the 2" layer, when it attempts to grow down to set 

up a viable root system, it will come in contact with the herbicide zone and cease growing. 

Exposure of Biobarrier®II to sunlight will result in less than guaranteed life. Keep it covered. 

/ 

/ Refer To Biobarrie@ II General Landscaping Installation Instructions (Page IQ) 

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~jlity Substations 

~ove existing soil or plant 

material to a depth of 2 inches 

below grade. A one-time 

application of a systemic herbicide 

will help contain growth until 

Biobarrier<& II herbicide zone is 

completely established (~ two 

weeks). 

~ce Biobarrier® II, overlapping or seaming according to seaming instructions (page 4) until 

desired width is achieved. Extend Biobarrier® II 18 inches beyond fence line for maximum 

benefit. Place 2 inches of cover material on the fabric. The objective is to prevent UV exposure 

and heat from degrading the Biobarrier® II. At least 2 inches of cover material must be 

maintained to obtain normal life expectancy . 

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r------------,~vate 2" below grade level, removing unwanted 

vegetation (especially that which could puncture fabric). 

Apply a systemic herbicide to prevent re-growth, if desired. 

~ Biobarrier® II hOrizontally, securing edges by "toeing 

in" to a shallow trench, then anchoring with landscape pegs 

(included). Layer 1" to 2" of sand on top of Biobarrier II, 

position pavers in desired pattern and level. 

~efer To Biobarrier@IIGeneralLandscapinqlnsta/lationInstructions (Paqe 18) 

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~bBARRleR® II weeD CONTROL INSTALLATION (General Landscaping) 

1~. emove unwanted vegetation (particularly green foliage) and materials that can puncture 

/' the fabric. 

/£.Wear gloves & eye protection; avoid contact with skin and clothing to prevent staining. 

>·~pen the sealed yellow barrier wrap. Install product and cover as soon as possible (within 

12 hours). High temperatures and direct sunlight will reduce effective life. Place unused 

material in the barrier wrap and seal with ties provided. 

/' 

~ Position and cut fabric for existing or new plants. Add width, if required, and secure in 

place with landscape pegs provided (see illustrations A through F): 

A. Simply roll fabric out gently 

over existing plants. 

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D. Secure fabric edges by 

cutting a shallow trench 

(approx. 1") a. 'toeing In' 

edge of Biobanier into 

trench. Peg fabric edge In 

trench every 4' 

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B. Cut ·x· abeve each plant wiU1 

household scissors or knife 

fonning triangular flaps. 

E. Add widU1lt required by 

overlapping fabric U1ree 

inches (75 mm) and staking 

in place. 

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t~~i.;~I::~:>· . Co Fit fabric around each plant. 

Fold back flaps against each 

F. Cover fabric wiU1 2 inches 

(50 mm) of material. 

/ Ensure a two-inch (50 mm) cover material depth is maintained. 

These guidelines treat a tvp;CiJI installation for sutface vegetation control. Minor procedural changes may 

be required dependIng on rour soecIfic aop;iCiJtion. 

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Impr&gnatecl with 8 herbicide. The nodules lira attached permanently 10 • ftaxIbIe end parmeabla 

geo!extlle fabric which can be eonlour _!!pRed to • wide variety of applications end Which WlJ1 

inhibit plant rool development In the application. 181 forth below. 

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/rnerl InQl'edIan18: .... "." ............................... ''''''''_'' .. ". _. ~ 

TOTAl 100.0% 

--KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

/cAIJTJON 

~;y cause modelllle eye irritation. Harmful W Inhaled, or eblorbed through the akin. Do not get 

In ayea, on akin or on clothing. The active ingredient trl"uralln, may cauael!lkln aenaltlzaliol1 

reaction. In certain Individual •. 

~ ''-'t·1{ b. pfAU:,( iw.JeA ::;::'kf"U<7;;jvvj/i5;;;:~;i::{IJV""dt.,;;f Uee protective clothing IUch .. 10Ilg penta, ioI1g-alaavecl shirt, andAtlOvea when handling this 

procluct. Wealh thoroughly wllh aoap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing 

end wash before reua •. 

~ .tde panel for additional Prec.utlOnary Statement&. 

Mfg. By: 

-E..PA Reglatrallon No. 59823-3 

~tabli8hment No. 59823· TN·l 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Oid HICkory, TN 37t38 

1-800·257,6687 

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EPA Reg No 59823-3 

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/iIobarrler II Applications 

/...." be Installed In any .rB8 of til. landscape whiCh normally requires spraying or weed trimming 

10 control lurfaca vegelallon ••• long a. a Z' COVIll' maI.III1alla maintained. 

/Blobanier® II i5 not to be Inatalled In ,uriacs water. 

(Sea Envlronmenl8l Hazard.) 

~ appl\c8UonslnclUde: 

,./" . Guardrails /. FIKI04tR_a 

.- Sum Madian. /. 

/- Landacaplng /,,- TambllOnell 

/0 Tr .. Sklrta 

/0 Utility SubstatlDn. 

/F Pav ..... 

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I~l'!~ii ! t~l i L#;1",<" 

Non-Food Use Only 

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Biq,barrillr II - Draft label 

APA R89 No 69823-3 

Jan 2. 2002 

~recautlonlll')' Statemanls 

/Hezard. to Human. and 

Domestic Mlmel. 

l/'C> --"- C"'Llltb)\j ,v))\,,->, £:£1.".""", /jlA~;i;, ~ 

~AId v 

jUwallowed. l-I':<Wlnowtd: / ·CaU • pollon (ontrol tent., or doctor Immediately to, 

trulmelll advlct, 

·Hi .. person lip a 91 ... of w ... r If ablt to _flOW. 

·00 not Induc. vomiling unl ... told '0 do 10 by. POIson 

controf anter or doC1Or. 

-00 not give anythlft9 by moulh 10 an unconsclou, pI"on. ~ 

, If In ey ... 11 1ft eye!' -HOld eye cpan and nn .. llowly and 91M11y with waler fOt 

15-20 mlnutlt. Iltmov. comaa ltnsu/ If present. after the 

first S mlnutts. Ihen conti ••• rfnslng~. 

-C~' • pol$On contr.1 etmer.r docter or troatmtn! '''''iCe . 

/ rr on 5.ln: 'I!. on .kln or dothlft9: 

,TAke off contt",lnated dotlllft9. 

·Rinn lkin immediately wtth plentY ofwlttr for 15·20 

minutes, 

all a polson control center or doctor for trf.atm~nt oIdvitf. 

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.-/f.nhaled: /' 1f Inhlled: 

·Move person to fresh 11'. 

-If person 15 not brf.lthlngj call 911 or ambufilnce. then ~Ivt .nl~(1.' ... splrallo •• preferably ""'.IMo,mo"" 1/ 

POUIWt . .caR .. pollon cOfitrol center or doctor fOf tffatfMm advice. 

Hlvo the Pflldu(; ::':' •• l; :t'~1 wlUl you when alii", .lIOisOn 

(oolro! unitt or , or for troltmtnl. 

-* ,- Ar:~D l)7i-;:::i7 SAFfJY j,{'€u>tt-trr\r 

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~ /"vlronmefttal "uards: 

Thl. peslicide is toxic to flsh, Do not apply directly to wattr or to arelS where surface water Is 

p,.s.nl or '0 Intenldal mas below th. moan hIgh wa'er mark. 

~ ~hy.ial H .. ards: 

/00 nol stOtt. near heat or open flame . 

./IJir«tlons for Use: 

~ a violallon of Federal "'W to use Ihls produ<t In .. mann"r Inconsl .. "nt with III lAbeling. 

/s,.ORAGE A.NO DI$POSA~ 

.~ag.: Store in original container only. 5",,,, In dry pIac& out 01 direct lullllGhl 

~Sticld. Disposal: 00 not conUmln&le wller. fOOd. or r •• d by storage or dlsllOSlI. Wastu 

,.sultlng from use of this product mlY be disposed of on slle or at in approved wasle disposal 

facility. 

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BlObaI11er II • Drafllab4tl 

./" EPA Reg No 59823-3 

Jan 2. 2002 

/c~nlaJner DlsPQsat Completely empty container. Then dispose of wrap and/or box In I sanitary 

landnll or by Indneratlon, or, If allowed by Stale and La<:al aUlhorltk!s, by burning. If burned. stay 

OUf of smoke. 

/0 ........ 1 Dtrec:tio",,: 

~barrferrrlilia a mulH-year preemergence weed control .)'Stem whleh Is strateglcally posltloned 

10 inhibH root development and eurface llegetellon (,eo appUc:aliona). Bioberrier I, c:ontro/e plen! 

roole by 6&labliahing an in-soil bsrNler plana of Irlfturalln. whlCl\ pre.enla I'0OI lip ce. dM.Ion. The 

mullJ.year f&alura of BIob.rrler II Ia provided by. Um.rela6ia machanlam WhICh conllnUN 10 

meter "IftUralln Into the .011 a. the axpoHd Irll1ur.Un biologically and chemically dagrad ... Smce 

the fabnc " ft,xlbfa and perrneabla, installation may be cuatom contourlld 10 obtain the rnoe1 

dulrable control, 

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~arrillt II • Draft label 

EPA Reg No 59823·3 

Jan 2. 2002 

/oobarrillt®1I is I.ady for In-lOll In,laIlation .. received. Th. fabric .hould be in IO~ 81 soon 8S 

prae\k:aI afler removal from the _led shipping conlalnar, minimizing expoaure to dlrae\ 8unllght 

and elevsted temperature.. Prolangad exposure can r&duce the effeClIV& Ilfa of lila product. 

BiobarriBr®1I should not be in,talled in wat .... Store any unueed portlonl of ths prOduct lightly 

tecoal8d In the original container In 8 dry place. 

/S"lobarrlBr® II 18 Inalallad In 1M 8011 horlzontaHy to control.urface vegetation. Product may require 

l&amlng. hOld down peg'. or other d6Vicea to IISiur. fabric poaHion. In all epplicellons. nOdules 

mllal be no further than one and ona-half inches apert in order to at.ure 8 continuous root 

control plane. A 2" layer of COYIII' material musl be maintained. 

AEE ADDITIONAl. DIRECTIONS ENCLOSED) 

~afm8T of W_MUu 

~ Seller makes no WlIlTBoUes concerning Ihls ~roduct or ill un which extend beyond the 

standard specifJCB!ions for the prodUcts. TIle S.,ler mak .. no warranlt .. of marohlnllbliity 

or JlIn .. 1 for. parlic\lltr purpo .. , or any other expr ... or implied warranty. 

~ assumes all rtsk and liability resulting from use or the products delivered hereunder. 

whether used alngullll1y or In combination with othel prOducts. All statements concerning thl' 

product apply only when used as directed. 

/umll.11on or D./tNfI88 

~ claim of any kind, whelher u to products deHvered or for nondeilV&ry 01 products. and 

whether or no! ba&ed on nagllganoa. ahalf be greeler in amount than the purch ... prica or 1he 

procIucllJn respeel to whICh damag81 are claimed. No charge or expense Incident to any claims 

wlIIi)e allOwed unlel6 approved by an authorized representative of Safler. Produclll Ih._ not be 

rlliumed 10 aeller wIIhouI Sallafa prior permlUlOn, and than onty In a manner prescribed by 

Saller. Th. ramlC!y hereby proyldad thalltl. the exclllll/v. and lIOl. nnneely 0' Buyer, and 

In no event .hall either pat1y II. lIabla fOr apectlll, Indlract Of consequenttat "amagee, 

whalhar or not auead by or .... ultlna from tha negllgene. of auch partl'. 

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WAGNER REGULATORY ASSOCIATES. INC. 

MARQ:LHOWARD 

COMl'AN\', 

TEL: (302) 234-8550 

FAX: (02) 23'1·7570 

FACSIMILE T1!.ANSMITTAL SHEET 

PROM, 

jIMWAGNER 

DATI!, 

EPA, REGISmA'ITONDIV MAY2Q,2002 

fAX NIJl4lEl\, 

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BIOBARRIERII, EPA REG NO. 

59823-3 

X llRG&NT 0 POIUUlV!EW 0 PLEASE COMMENT 0 PLEASE l\EPLY 0 PLEASE RECYCLE 

MARCEl., 

AI DISCUSSED ON MAY 161 AM FORWARDING A REVilED PAGII2 FOil THE PROP08ED LABEL 

FOR THIS PRODUCT. I HAVE NOW INSERTI!D THE UST OF APPLICATIONS IN PLACE OF THE 

SENTENCE THAT READ: 

"S •• atlaclWd lIat fot _'1Ie applleaU...,a", 

I ALIIO NOTICED TWO OTHER TYPOS THAT I WANT TO CORRECT: 

1. AT THE TOP Of EACH PAO! FOR THill LABEL THE REG NO WAIINCORRECTLY GIVEN AS 

"28&23.3". IT SHOULD BE OF COURSE "611123·3" , 

2. THE EPA EST. NO. ON THE DRAFT LABEL IS S1I823oTN.1 AND SHOULD BE 

811823·TN.1. 

I HAVE ATTACHED A NEW COPY OF THE ENTIRE I.ABEL TO CORRECT THESE TYPOs. PLEASE 

STAMP THIS VERSION. I HAVE NOT MADE ANY OTHER CHANGES. 

AbSO. PLEASE AADRESS AND MAIL YOUR LETTER TO ME AT: 

JAMES M. WAGNER 

P.O. BOX '.54 

WILMINGTON. DELAWARE 111803-4lt54 

THE LI!TTI!R FOR BIOIARRlIIR I!PA RIG NO 8II8U-1 WAS MIIITAI<INLY &lNTTO MI! AT Rl!lMAY 

1'1 OLD HICKORY, TN. I AM THEIR AGENT FOR THEBE REGISTRATION AMENDMENT. eo THE 

LETTERI SHOULD COME TO ME IN DELAWARE. 

PLEASE CAll ME AT 302 2J4 8550 IF YOU HAVE ANY Qtll!STIONS. 

P.O. BOX 1954. WILMINGTON, DB 19103.09501 

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Biobarrier II - Draft label 

EPA Reg No 29823-3 

Jan 2. 2002 

~ ~Obarrier ®II 

Preemergence Weed Control System 

/~barrier is a multi-year preemergence weed control system consisting of time-release nodules 

impregnated with a herbicide. The nodules are attached permanently to a flexible and permeable 

geotextile fabric which can be contour applied to a wide variety of applications and which will 

inhibit plant root development in the applications set forth below. 

A9ive Ingredient: Nominal 

c'frifl.\iralin (a.a.a-trmuoro-2. 6-dinitro-N.N-dipropyl-p-toluidine) .. 17.5% 

--11lert Ingredients: .......................................................... 82.5% 

TOTAL 100.0% 

/j(EEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

-cAUTION 

~cause moderate eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. or absorbed through the skin. 00 not get 

in eyes. on skin or on clothing. The active ingredient. trifluralin. may cause skin sensitization 

.~. " __ .-sp~. ;;J:< 7 tY..-c·. ~"C. Mfl"' t:L Wl( rea. ctions in certain individua. IS. ',. ....r. A ,. =\ -:r d" ?t . IJ '.' Y~b-~'V- ::;:?,t",,,,,,,;; ... <:.;::,;,,,,9 - .:-.::p,. 1) . -0 W~\ ~ / 

r Use protective clothing such as long pants. long-sleeved shirt. and .gloves w en handling this 

product. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing 

and wash before reUse. 

~ side panel for additional Precautionary Statements . 

Mfg. By: 

/ 

. EPA Registration No. 59823-3 

/Establishment No.69823-TN-1 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138 

1-800-257-6687 

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EPA Reg No 29823-3 

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.r13iobarrier II Applications 

4ay be installed in any area of the landscape which normally requires spraying or weed trimming 

to control surface vegetation, as long as a 2" cover material is maintained. 

~barrier® II is not to be installed in surface water. 

(See Environmental Hazards) 

/see attached list for specific applications . 

Non:Food Use Only" 

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EPA Reg No 29823-3 

Jan 2, 2002 

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/'1'!azards to Humans and 

Domestic Animals AvD _j,. CAL"Tl oW 

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rtf 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 to do 50 by a poison 

control center or doctor. 

-Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person, 

,~'" eyes: / ~Inn eyes: 

I -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 eye. 

-Call a poison control center Or doctor for treatment advice. 

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-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. 

Jt-ffihaled: ~haled: 

- ·Move person to fresh air. 

·If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance. then 

give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if 

possible. 

~CalJ a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

/' /ffave the product container or label with you when calling a poison 

control center or doctor or aoina for treatment. 

lZdt:'tL :5+F~C"JWVI-" Environmental Hazards: /"" 

• ,~'-z This pesticide is toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to water or to areas where surface water is y;..ifP ) present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. 

L/ ~sical Hazards: 

~ot store near heat or open flame. 

~tions for Use: 

/'Itis a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

/s;ORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

4k,rage: Store in original container only. Store in dry place out of direct sunlight. 

/P;sticide Disposal: Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposaL Wastes 

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

facility. 

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Biobarrier II - Draft label 

EPA Reg No 29823-3 

Jan 2, 2002 

~tainer Disposal: Completely empty container. Then dispose of wrap and/or box in a sanitary 

landfill or by incineration, or, if allowed by State and Local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay 

out of smoke. 

£n'eral Directions: 

Aarrier®11 is a multi-year preemergence weed control system which is strategically positioned 

to inhibit root development and surface vegetation (see applications). Biobarrier II controls plant 

roots by establishing an in-soil barrier plane of trifluralin, which prevents root tip cell division. The 

multi-year feature of Biobarrier II is provided by a time-release mechanism which continues to 

meter trifluralin into the soil as the exposed trifluralin biologically and chemically degrades. Since 

the fabric is flexible and permeable, installation may be custom contoured to obtain the most 

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ktallation Directions! 

Biobarrier II - Draft label 

EPA Reg No 29823-3 

Jan 2, 2002 

~arrier®1I is ready for in-soil installation as received. The fabric should be in soil as soon as 

practical after removal from the sealed shipping container, minimizing exposure to direct sunlight 

and elevated temperatures. Prolonged exposure can reduce the effective life of the product. 

Biobarrier®11 should not be installed in water. Store any unused portions of the product tightly 

resealed in the original container in a dry place. 

/siobarrier® II is installed in the soil horizontally to conlrol surface vegetation. Product may require 

seaming, hold down pegs, or other devices to assure fabric position, In all applications, nodules 

must be no further than one and one-half inches apart in order to assure a continuous root 

control plane. A 2" layer of cover material must be maintained. 

/(S'EE ADDITIONAL DIRECTIONS ENCLOSED) 

~claimer of Warranties 

~ Seller makes no warranties concerning this product or its use which extend beyond the 

standard speCifications for the products. The Seller makes no warranties of merchantability 

or fitness for a particular purpose, or any other express or implied warranty. 

Au;er assumes all risk and liability resulting from use of the products delivered hereunder, 

whether used singularly or in combination with other products. All statements concerning this 

product apply only when used as directed. 

£mitation of Damages 

!)Ia claim of any kind, whether as to products delivered or for nondelivery of products, and 

/whether or not based on negligence, shall be greater in amount than the purchase price of the 

products in respect to which damages are claimed. No charge or expense incident to any claims 

will be allowed unless approved by an authorized representative of Seller. Products shall not be 

returned to seller without Seller's prior permission, and then only in a manner prescribed by 

Seller. The remedy hereby provided shall be the exclusive and sole remedy of Buyer, and 

in no event shall either party be liable for special, indirect or consequential damages, 

whether or not caused by or resulting from the negligence of such party. 

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Wagner Regulatory Associates, Inc. 

P.O. Box 7954 

Wilmington, DE 19803-0954 

Jauuary 17, 2002 

Certified Mail 

Ms. Joanne Miller 

Product Manager Team 23 

Fungicide-Herbicide Branch 

Registration DiviSion 

Federal ami Slate Pesticide Regulatory Specialists 

Omce of Pesticide Programs (7505C) 

Document Processing Desk (AMEND) 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W. 

Washington, DC 20460 

Deal' Ms. Miller: 

Re: Biobarricr@}II Prccmcrgence Weed Control System 

EPA Registration Number 59823-3 

tWplication for Label Amendment 

Tel: (302) 234-8550 

Fax: (302) 234-7570 

Email: jim@wagnerrcg.com Internet: www.wagnerrcg.com 

Wagner Regulatory Associates, Inc. respectfully submits the enclosed application to amend the product labeling for 

Biobarrier® II Preemergence Weed Control System. This request includes the following for your review and 

approval: 

• Revised labeling that rellcets the changes requested in PR Notice 200 I-I, regarding first aid statements, 

and revised ingredient statement based on CSF revisions for the product Biobarrier® Root Control System . 

EPA Registration Number 59823-1 (submitted siuulltaneously under separate cover). 

• Supplemental product labeling entitled "General Installation Guidelines". 

I have encJosed a completed EPA application form (8570-1), and five copies of revised labeling with an additional 

copy highlighting the proposed changes. Two copies of the General Installation Guidelines are enclosed. 

Please feel free to call me at (302) 234-8550 if you have any qnestions. I look forward to hearing from yon. 

Respectfully submitted, 

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c-bWb lil kl«ntt.'L- ,{'fames M. \Vagner 0 

; Agent for Rcernay, Inc. 

Cc: W. Hawkins. Reemay, Inc. 

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United States ~ Registration OP? Identifier Number 

.oEPA Environmental Protection Agency v Amendment 

Washington. OC 20460 (26.327/ Other 

II for - ,. Company/Product Number 2. EPA Product Managsr 3. Proposed Classification 

59823-3 Joanne Miller o None o R8$trictod 

4. Company/Product (Name) PMI 

Biobarrier II Preemer~. Weed Control System 23 

Is, Name and Address of Applicant (IncludfJ ZIP Codll) 6. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3{cH3) 

Reemay, Inc. (b){i), my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. to: 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 

EPA Reg. No. 

o Check if this is • new addfls$ Product Name 

- II fj Amendment· Explain below. U Final printed labels in repsonse to 

Agency lotter dated 

Resubmission in response to Agency letter dated 0 "Me Too'" Application. 

o Notification· Expfain below. 0 Olhar ~ Explain below. 

Explanation: Use additional page(s) if necessary. (For section I and Section 11.) 

Label amendment to; 

1) Updale Ihe first aid stalements according 10 PR Notice 2001-1. 

2) Revise the ingredient statement 

3) Submil Generallns!allation Guidelines. 

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Child-Resistant Packaging Unit Packaging Water Soluble Packaging 2. Typo of Container 

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CsrtificatJon mUllt If ·Yes· No. per If "Yes· No. par Paper 

Unit Packaging wgt. container Package wgt containel Othor 

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~ lab.1 LJ Container Rolls of 20 and 1 00 ft~h t::=l On label 

6. Manner in Which Label is Affixed to Product ,"-1, 

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Name Title reloPhonello."Il/1j:ltldo AI •• Cod.) 

James M. Wagner Agenl for Reemay, Inc. :' I o(:g~ 234·8550 • 

Certification • • 

I e!RaCeiYed •••••• 

I cartify that the statements I hava made on this form and ell attachments thereto era true, accurate end co"'ql'ltl. • ••• 

I acknowledge that any knowlinglly false or misleading statement mav be punishable by fino or impris0Nnt~t.~r. • •• '!Slamp.d) both under applicable law. • • • 12.0>, 3. Title •••• 

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James M. Wagner January 17. 2002 

EPA Form 8570~1 tRev. 3-941 Previous editions are WhIte • EPA FiI<o Copy Copy 
....... , . , "" _. Iu>fDN ' ,fatm. Form AOD"'" "OM8 No. ..'. 

United $t$to. ....-.. Registration OPP klentifi., Number 

&EPA Environmental Protection Agency _Amendment 283271 Washington, DC 20460 _ Other 

A for - I 

1. Company/Product Number 2. EPA Product 3~ Propoaed CI.8~ifiC8tJon 

4. C<lmpanylProduct (N ..... ) PM' o None o R •• tricted 

5. Name ar.d Addr ... of Applicant Ilnclud. ZIP Cod.} 6. Expedited Review. In accordallCe' with FIFRA Section 3(c)(31 

(b)(i), my product is similar or idemicaltn composltiol), and labeling 

to: I 

w~ EPA Reg. No. 

o Chack If this is • Product Name 

'\ - II /' . , i5 Amendment - El<pIain below. .~ o Anal printed labal. in i~o 

o '-'-;// Resubmission in responso to AOOrn:y ...... u .. lOMe Too· AppJication. 

o No~fic.don· El<pIain balow. \ o Other· Expleln 

Explanation: u .. additional page(s) if ne008$ary~ (For .\. I and Sacti.n II.) /// 

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Unit Packaging wgt. Package wgt 

'\ Other (Specify) I 130 ,of Net 

o Container '/ 14. Size(.) Ret'; '5Ro~O~el , 

Labat 'o~ Labeling -""'I>"'I';Ing product 

6. Manner in 'Which Label i. AffivM t6 Product I }" Dallier \ 

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Name lld. No. (Inchlde A ...... COde) , 

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Certification \ 6. Oato Application 

J certify that the statement. I have made on this -form and ell attachments thereto aro: true. accurate and complete. R;ecelved 

J acknowledge that any knowingly false or misleading statement may be punishable- by fino or imprilol'if\'lOnt or (Stamped) both under applicable law. 

.2. Signature 3. Title 

4. Typed Name S. Date 

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EPA Fonn 8570-1 (Rev. 11-94) I editions .r. _ • EPA FIIo Copy (origlnall UIOW Copy 
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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE 80d INSTRUCTIONS 

PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICEi Public ("potting burdon for this collection of information Is ostimated to aveuJUO 0.85 hour por 

tNPonse. ,including ti",. for reviewing insttuctkuu .... s ... rchfng existing data 80urC8 •• gathering and maintaining tho data needed. and (lompleting and 

reviowing tho collection of lnfomletion. Send co~nt. regarding tho burd.n estimete or Iny otilor aSJ)6ct of thia coliectlon of information. including 

8uQoestlo"s for reducing thht burdon. to Chief. fnfonmUion Policy Branch. (2136). U,S. Environmental Protection Agencv. 401 M Stre.t. SW. I W' •• hing1ton, DC 20460. 

I n~tI!rud!c:]]I2l!iS.;. This form is to bo used for all applications for new rogistration. end use reregistration. amendment. rallWbmi,eion. to applications 

for notifications. final printed I.bellng. reregistration, etc. In order to process en applloation for a now registration submitted on this form, tM 

following materiel muet accompany tho appHoation: 

1. Certification with Reope" to Cit.tion of Dot. (EPA Form 857Q.291. Ilf oct e.<"",tod by 40 CFR 152.1il !h) (4)); 

2. Confidential Statement of Fonnula (EPA Fotm 8570+4); 

3. Formulator'. exemlouion Statement (EPA Form 8S70~2.7): 

4. Ave oopi •• of draft lab6Jlng: 

5. ThrH oopt .. of any data .ubmitt«t; 

6. Authorization lettar where applicablo; 

7. Matrices where applicabl •• 

ISub,mlt,."", of labelinG" labeling should first be submitted In 1ho form of draft labels with aU applrcationa for new registration. Such draft label, mav be 

in the form of f\IPOd label text on 8.5):; 11 tnch pep.,.. for aubmission or • mockup of the propol6d leb.l. If prepared for mookup. It should be. 

con&ttuctod in .. way 8. to facilitato storago in an 8.5 x 11 inch fife. Mockup label .. Significantly ammhn 1han 8.5 x 11 inches ahoukt be mountod on 8.5 

11 inch paper for submiSSion, 

IS,ublmlt,.I,mof Data· Data submittod in support of this. application muat be submined in accordance with PR Notica 86-5. 

Please road tho instructions listed below before completing this application. First determine the type ot lewstf.tion 

m Wock A. for which you ara submitting this application. For applications submJtted in connoction with New Registration actions, Sections 

IV must be completed by the applicant_ For applications submitted In connection with amended ,oroglatration actions, rasubmissions, I nctill.atiol", reregistrations, ate., Sections I, ii, and IV must be completed by tho applicant. 

A • Check tho lJPP,opriate ection for which you ore submitting this form. 

1.s~;rIQN..!· This section must be complatad, a$ applicable, for all registration actions. 

1. CompanvJProduct Number ~ Insort your Company Number, If ontl has bun assigned by EPA, This number may have been aIJ8ignod to you .s . bb$iC raglstrant, a distributor. or as an establishment. If your product Ie registorad, innrt the Product Numbe" 

2.. EPA Product Manager· if known~ 61110 the name: and PM number of tha EPA Product Manager. 

S. Propa.od Cla .. melttion ~ Specify the proposed cluuiflcation of this product. 

4. Product Na",. ~ Enter 'M complete product neme of this pesticide 8. it will appMr on the label. The name mult ba specWo to tNs product onlY, 

Duplication of namet! hI.' not permittod among products ()f the tl8me company, Do not inolude GOy btand nome Of company liM dosignations. 

5. Nom..no Addu ... of Applfe.6nt • ThO' Mmo of the firm 0' poraon and address shown in your applicoti()n t. tho p.r,on or firm to whom: the 

,.gi.tfauoo will be I •• ued. If you ar • .-oting in banalf of another party, you muat l1ubmlr authorization from thot party to act for them fn regiswnion 

matter •. An applicant not fesldil\Q in the Unitod States must hove 8n authorlzod egont rosWing In th~ Ururttd. State. to act for tham in aU 

fogistretion mettets, The name and complete maiiing liddross of such an agent must accompany thie applioation. 

6. ExpodhCld Revitw ~ FIFRA section 3 {o} 3 lSi pfc\iidn for exp6dited reView of applioations for registration, or amendrnant. to existing rog,fIIlrstien, 

that or •• Imllar or kftlinticeJ to otMr po .. ticide product$: that ate currontly roolstefod with the EPA. In ordor for your appUootion to be tor 

expedited reviow" you must p,ovido us with the EPA Registration Number and product name of tho product you bolle\fft is slmllar to or idontieal to 

your product. Tho product must b. aimilor Of jdontloai in both formutation .nd labal6d uu., 

SECTION II ~ 1hi • .. cllon mu.t b_ oomplot1XJ to, aU application •• ubmittod to etnend the registration OrMY of • currently lI'agl.t.,4<I product 

(Aroondmontl. fot *' re.ubmi •• hm)n r •• pon,. to an Agoncy I .. ltor, fur notifications to the Agency. for the aubrni$llon of final printed labollng. for I "".I!IS'fOUO, .. ,nd lor lUW othfJt betion 'that pert.lns to a s-peclfic £PA~(eglster9d product. This •• cdon Is.!l2! 12 tl! u .. d for. new IppUc.tion for 

raghnration. 

1. Suh;'ct o~ .ubm"aion • Check the applicablo block and ptovidff I,ho Agency iotter date if appropriate. Provido a brief explanation of tM purposol.) 

10r the submission" such as "tho addition ot Q $ito. post Qr c,op {spocify)'"; "amend the Confidentiel Statement of Formula by ... "'; ·reregistration 

subrntssioo"; "garntrm label revision of U$e dif.et;OniJ," Attach. $Operate page if additionm spaC6 is neoded. 

1f2~;rIQN..!!!IP8CkaginQ and Container Informstion)· This; Section mUft be completed for a\l applications $ubmittod in connection with new 

reefltf'tion or «app1ittilito emafldmonts. 

1. lvp* of Pack.grng ~ Check tho appropriato block if yout product will be packagod in the indlcotad packaging typos. 

indicate the .tIe of tho individual packets and number per retail container. 

2. T~ of Rotan Container ~ Indicato typo of (:ontainer in which product will be marketed. 

3. Loetlion of Net Contentl . Indicate tho location of the not conton1s information for your product. 

4. SIteta, of Retail Container· Specify the net contants of aU lotail container. for your product. 

S, Location of U •• Olt_etlon •. Ihdicat6 tho loootion of the un directions for your product. 

6. Manner in which tabelill effixed to product· Indicated the method product label ts attached to ,etall container. 

~~~?;!~~ (Contact Point) • Tni, Section must be completed for all epplication. for Registration ections. i.e., new products registration, 

*ma·too.· r.regi_tration, etc. 

1-5. Self·oxplaftatory. 

6. EPA U •• Only. 
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1. CompanylProduct Number 2. EPA Product Menage, 3. PrGpoaod Cl ... ificatlon 

,4. CompanylProduot (Nama) PM' o None o R •• tnotfHI 

5. Nam. aod Add, .... 1 Applicant (Includo ZIP Coda) 6. Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3(c)(3) 

(bW), my product Is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

to: 

EPA Reg. No. 

o Chttck if thi$ is • new IIddi~ Product Name 

'. ! - II / i --_ .... ~..... .:.~~ 0 Anal print.d label. In r •• pon..-" to 

0 Aoancy leUer dated . Resubmission in r.sponso to Agoncy Jottor A. __ -Me T()O- Application. 

N.~flc.tion • Explain below. \"-\ 0 Other - Explain b~~W'. 

Explanation: U.e additional pagots) If noOOS$81'Y. (For -~ end Section II.) /' 

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, 1. Matarial Thlo Product WID .... lin: / \ 

Child-Resistant Packaging Unit Paokaging ~titer Soluble 

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2. Typo of Container 

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4. Size(s) Retai Container 5. , aflabal ~ 

o Container 

R,onLab<>l 

\.abal \0; Lobe&ing ltOoomponying produot 

6. Manna, in Which labal i. Affixed to' Product o Other \ 

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/ ·IV \ • 1. ContactPolnt i/loms ,n, . , ... .,}" "n lot ". b • ,n ,ro, .... "". 

Name Titlo 

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N<>. (lnolud. Ar •• Coda) 

Certification 6. Datft Application 

I certify that the statemants I have mode on thie form and aU attachments therato are true. accurate and complftte. Received 

I acknowledge tn.t 4ny knowingly fal •• or misleading statement may be punishable bV fino or impri.oN1'Htnt or (Stamped) both under applicable law. 

12. Signature la. TiU. 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE and INSTRUCTIONS 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTlON ACT NOTICE: Public r(tporting burden for this coli action of information i. estimated to overage 0.85 hout pur 

r~. itKlludlng bn'l'O for roviowifJQ' m.wctic~(cwng existJno 44t4 SOUtCQ;* gathering and maintaining tho det. needed, lind completing and 

revt.,wing tho: collection of information:. Send O(1rnn:1ents f$gmdloQ tho burden estimate or- any other .spoct of thi. collection of information. includingsUQomons for (&duel"" thit burd.n. to Chiof. Information PQ1!cy Sranch. (2138). U.S. En'olirol"ll"t'Wtntal Protection Agency. 401 M Suoet, SW. 

W .. hington. I>C 20460. 

I Jl~iIl~!C:ru;lt~. This form is to be used for all applications for now registrouon, ond us. reregistration. amondment. r.submission. to applications 

for notification.. titud printed labeling, reregistration. otc. In ordor to process an applioation for • now roghmation .ubrnitted on this form., the 

following material must ,",company the appftoation: 

1. Conl_on with R"pee! to Cit.tion of D.,. (EPA Form 8570-29). (If nol exempted by 40 CFR 152.81 (hI (4)); 

2. Confidential Statement of Formul. (EPA Form 8S7()'4); 

3. Forrrwfator·. Exemption Statement (EPA Form 8S7cr27): 

4. Five copt •• of dr.ft laboJing; 

5. T"H oopkt. of _ date aubmined; 

6. Authorization lett.r whoro applioable; 

1. Matric •• where applicable. 

IS,ub,,",,.'cm of LabeJlng - Lab.ling: should fir$t be submitted in tM form of draft labol. with -eli applications for naw registration. Suoh draft labels may be 

In; ,1orm typed tab..- text on 8.5 x 11 inch paper for eubmistion or e mockup of the proposed febol. If prepat6d for mockup, it .hookf be 

in • way 8' to focilitote storago In on 8.5 x 11 inch file. Mockup fabels 8ignificantlv .maller than a.s x 11 inches ahould be mounted on 8.5 

x 11 Inch papar for submis.lon. 

of Data· Data submitted in support of this application must be submitted In accordaoco with PR Notice 86·5~ 

SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS; Please read tho instructions listed below boforo completing this application. First determlM the type gf registration 

action, lis-tad in Block A, for which you are submitting tros opplicotion. For applications submitted in connection with New R.gist'~niQn actions, Sectio""1 

I, III, and IV must be completed by the applicant. For applications $ubmined in connection with amended reregistration letiona, resubmi.&ionl, 

notifications, roregistrations. etc., Sections f. II. and IV must be completed by the applicant. 

Blbek A - Check tho DPpropouto action for which you are submitting this form. 

1~it!;;I!QrN11- Thi, section must be complated, as applicable. for aU registration actions. 

1. CompanyJProduC1 Numb.r . fnsort your Company Number. if one has boon assigned by EPA, This number may have been assigned to you at II 

basic registrant •• distributor. or as: an ollteblishment. If your product is registered. insert tho Product Number. 

2.. EPA Produet Menager ~ 11 known. fill in the name end PM numbel 01 tho EPA Product Manager. 

3. Proposed Cf ... lfiC61ion & Specify tho proposed clsssification of 1me product. 

4. Product Name ~ Enter 1be com~et(l proouct neme of thiu pesticide as it will appear on tho label. Tho name muat be specific to ffUs product onll'. 

Duplication of name. i. nct pormtuod among products of the some compnny. Do not Include any brand name Of company line d •• tgnetkuul'. 

5. Hame and Addt ... of AppliC4flt ~ The narne of the firm or pf)f$l)n and "dress shown in your application is the- per.on Of firm to whom tho 

rogisttatlon will be illlSuod. If you ar. acting in behalf of anoth., party. you must submit outhorilatlon from that party to Gct for thorn in rogi.lralian 

matloN. An applioant not rnldjng in the United States must h4". on &UthorilOd agent residing in the United St010s to act for tnem.n eU 

roghntation matters. Tho name 800 complete mailing addrd •• of such an agent mo,t accompany this application. 

6. Expedited fhlView ~ FIFRA section 3. {ol 3 Ie} provtde$ for expoditod review of applicatioflS for registration, or amendments to existing r.I~""01UO"~ 

that aro similar or identioal to other pesticide products that tl1* uurrontIv registered with tho EPA. In order for your sppUoation to- be oIigibUJ for 

expedited review. you muSt provide Ott with the- EPA Registration Number.nd product name of tho product you boliovo is 'imller to' Of idonticol to 

your product. Tho product must bo .imilar or idanti.eaJ in both tormulation and laboled u •••. 

SECTION n . Thi ••• ctiOrt fYlU5t b. (fomploted for .U appHcationf -submitted to 1mlOnd tho rogistretion only 01 • currentJy f.gi.t.red ptoduot 

(Af'fJ6ootn6nt), ft)r • niiubmi$#ion in rellpOnu to an Agoncy leuer. for notifications to tho Aglfmey. for tho submisaion of final print.cl lob_lng. for 

end for anV oth.r aation that pertains to a speclflc EPAtUUli.tered product. This seotion is .!l2! tq 1t! uaed fer # new eppacation for 

1. Subjoct o~ submission & Check: the applicob!e block and provid<l the Agency lotter dato if appropriote. Provide a brief explanation of tho purpQse(sl 

for t.M submission, such lUI "the addition of # site, pe$t 0; aro" tap.city)"; "'Amend the Confidential Stot(lment of Formula by ..... ; ·roregistration 

tubmission-; "gener" Isbel revision of use directlons! Attach., separ.te page if additional Ipace II neoded. 

~~~~~!~ III (Packaging and Container Information) ~ This: Section must be completOO for all applications submitted In connoction with now 

or epplioobfe -amendments. 

1 ~ Typ. of Packagfng - Check the appropriute block if your product will be packaged in the indicated pock&glng types. 

{odie.t. tho sill. of the individual pack.ts and number pcr ,.taU cont3inn. 

2. Typo of R.tttl ContttiMlt - Indicate typ. 01 containe.r in whfch product will be mari<eted. 

3. location of Net Cont_ott: ~ Indicate the location of tho not content$ informotion for your product. 

4. $l1:ef.) of RataU ContaiMr - Spacify the .net contents af otI UJtaiJ container. for your product. 

S. loootion of Un Oir.otio". -indicate the localion of tho use: directions for your product. 

S. Maonet' in which labef it affixed to product - Indicated the method product label is- attached to rotail container. 

I!~~!?~'~ IV.tcontoct Point) - Thia Section must be completed for all Dpplication. for Rogistratlon octions. Le .• new products registration, I i -me-too." rerogistration. (ltc. 

1~5. SfJlf ... xplanatoryT 

6. EPA U .. Only. 

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Ms. Joanne Miller 

Product Manager Team 23 

Registration Division (7505C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. 

Washington, D.C. 20460 

Dear Ms. Miller: 

Re: Designation of Agent for Reemay, Inc. 

Company Number 59823 

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Reemay, Inc. 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN, USA 

37138-3651 

Tel. 615-847-7000 

Fax 615-847-7068 

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This letter serves as notification to the Agency that I hereby designate Wagner 

Regulatory Associates, Inc. as Agent on behalf of Reemay, Inc. for registration matters 

regarding our Biobarrier products. This designation is effective until rescinded in 

writing by Reemay, Inc. All correspondence for my products should be sent to the 

attention of James M. Wagner at the following address: 

Wagner Regulatory Associates, Inc. 

P.O. Box 7954 

Wilmington, Delaware 19803-0954 

Wagner Regulatory Associates will copy me on all correspondence and keep me 

informed on all EPA regu latory matters regarding our products. If you have any 

questions about this request please contact me. 

Si)J,.cf.rely , ,I ,I, 

t/I~7!~ William M. Hawkins 

Geotextile-Biobarrier Business Manager 

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,,' UNI'l'ED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

Ms. Cynthia A. Lewis 

Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. 

Suite 700 

1350 I Street, N.W. 

Washington, D.C. 20005-3311 

Dear Ms. Lewis: 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

MAY 7 1999 

Subject: Worker Protection Standard (WPS) 

Biobarrier 

EPA Registration No. 59823-1 

Biobarrier II 

EPA Registration No . .?2a23"3 

Your Letter Dated April 23, 1999 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Your April23nf letter requests a determination as to whether the referenced products fall 

under the scope of the WPS, when used in commercial nurseries and greenhouses. Since neither 

product is used directly in the production of agricultural plants, according to existing labeled 

directions, the Biobarrier products are outside the scope of the WPS. If you have additional 

questions, I can be reached at (703) 305-6224. 

Sincerely yours, 

ct=:er 

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Product Manager 23 

Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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BEVERIDGE & DIAMOND, p.e. FACSIMILE 

1350 TRANSMISSION I STREET, N.W., SUITE 700 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20005-3311 

(202) 789-6000 FAX: (202) 789-6190 

D"TE: April 23, 1999 

FROM: Cynthia A. Lewis 

NUMBER OF PAGES: 3 

(Including Cover) 

DIRECT DIAL N: (202) 789-6018 

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CoIIfldenIIalily Note: 

The in!brmelion contained in Ilu. faoJimilc is conlidcntial and may also _in pri~ ottomey.client infotmlllon or_k 

produoI. 'l1!e information '" inI<tlded auly h!be use of the mdividuAl orentity to whom itls addmscd. Ifyoum not the urtended 

rociJ;ilent, or the employee or agent ""'JlllIISible to deli_ it to !be inI<tlded teeiplen~ you IItC hctcby notified lIlal any u .. , 

dUsemination,cmtribulionorCOJ1llin8of1hilCO%lllllUllicati •• tricIlyprolnbiled ifyouMwIcceiw4thefioeimilein«l'l<,pJea .. 

umnedialeiy notil'y us by 1II11phonc, and ~um the originol_se to us at the addtcst above via the U,S, Pootal5otYi .. , 

IF YOU DO NOT RtCEM!ALL l'AGD, PLEASE CALL US IMMIWIATELY AT (192) 789-6000. 

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Ms. JOlllll1e Miller (750SC) 

LAW OF"'lc~a 

BItVEfIIIIO<!i1t & DIAMOND, I=.C. 

SUITE 700 

1350 I STREET. N.W, 

WASHINGTON. DC 20005·3311 

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April 23, 1999 

Herbicide Branch, Registration Division 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

U.S. Environmenta1 Protection Agency 

401 M Street, S.W. 

Washington, D.C. 20460 

Dear Ms. Miller: 

No. 2083 P 2 

This letter follows up our recent telephone converotion with respect to the scope of the 

Worker Protection StlUldard (WPS). 40 C.F,R Part 170 and Part 156, Subpart K and whether it 

applies to use ofReemay's BiobarrierGll (EPA Reg. No. 59823·1) and Biobarrier® II (EPA Reg. 

No. 59823·3) products in commercial nurseries and greenhouses. 

As you know, the Biobarrier® products are sheets of polypropylene fabric with limerelease nodules containing the active ingredient, trifluralin, The fabri~ sheets are installed 

underground (vertically, bOrizontally. or wrapped around pipes or similar structures, depending 

.on the particular use) and gradually release the trifiuralin over a period of years. They are used to 

provide weed control (for example, on golf courses) and to prevent root damage from tree roots 

(for example, to sidewalks or underground structures such as septic systems, pipes, or building 

foundations). 

A question has arisen with regard to use of the products in commercial nurseries. Unless 

the WPS applies to the products. Reemay believes that the uses specified on the existing labels, 

which include use in "planting beds," are broad enough to encompass use in a nursery. No 

change in the directions fur use would be necessary, and Reemay does not believe nursery use 

• would pose any health or nfety issues different from other uses. The product is oflow toxicity 

(requiring only a "Caution" sisnal word) and already bears label ~age requiring Uset!l to wear 

appropriate protective clothing lind ttye protection and to Wish after band1ins the product . 

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Ms. Joanne Miller (7S0SC) 

April 23. 1999 

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Whi1e we recosnize that commercial nurseries and greenhouses are nominally included in 

the regulatory definition of "agricultural establishments" covered by the WPS and lI380cillted 

label requirements, we also believe that the Biobarrier® produl;ts are lImdamenta1ly dift'erent from 

the products end use patterns that EPA Contemplated when it pl'QITluigated the WPS. For 

example, since it is installed underground, there would appear to be no reason for a reentry 

i!lterval or posting (or for the corresponding label requirements) since there would be no 

continuing exposure to the produl;t. With respect to the nursery and greenhouse employees who 

actually install the Biobmler®. Reemay does not believe that standard WPS label Janguage would 

give any additional protection beyond that already provided by the label; indeed, given the nalure 

of the product and its use, it is not at all clear what language would have to be added to tbe label 

to meet WPS requirements. 

A<:cordingly. would appreciate your response to tbe following questions: 

1. Do WPS and associated label requirements apply to the use of the Biobarrier® 

products in commercial nurseries or greenhouses? 

2. If the WPS applies. would EPA be willing to waive the WPS and related label 

requirements in light of the nature of the products and the adequacy orthe existing 

labellenguage? 

3. If the WPS applies and EPA is not willing to waive the requirements. what label 

1enguage would need to be added to the Biobarrter® produl;t labels? 

Please let me know if YOll have any questions or need further information. You can reach 

·me at the above telephone end fax numbers, or bye-mail at clewja@bdlaw,cQJn. Thanlc you for 

your attention to this inquiry. 

Sincerely, 

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Cynthia A. Lewis 

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DATE 

UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

OCT 1 3 1994 

Harry E. Barnes 

Reemay, Inc. 

P.O. Box 511 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 

Dear Mr. Barnes: 

Subject: Clarification of Applicator Requirements 

Biobarrier 1-4 (EPA Registration No. 59823-1) 

Biobarrier II (EPA Registration No. 59823-3) 

Your Submission Dated May 27, 1994 

The Agency has received your letter regarding the question of 

whether an applicator's license is required for the application of 

the Biobarrier products referenced above. We would like to 

acknowledge that these products have been placed in the General Use 

classification due to minimal toxicity concerns and, other than the 

protective clothing as listed in the labeling, were not registered 

with any specific applicator restrictions. Therefore, EPA is not 

requiring an applicator's license for the application of these 

products. 

Sincerely yours, 

Joanne I. Miller 

Product Manager (23) 

FungiCide-Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

~ CONCUWRENCES 

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Office of Pestlcide Programs 

Registration Division (H750Se) 

401 11M" St., S.\I. 

~ •• h!ngton, D.C. 20460 

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: ~ Registration 

Reregistration 

<under FIFRA, as amended) 

Name and Address 

Reemay, Inc. 

P.O. Box 511 

of Registrant 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

Old Hi,., .. "",\) TN 37138 

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-EPA Reg. 

Nl.Illber: 

59823-3 

Date of 

Issuance: 

SEP 22 1994 

Term of issuance: 

Condition.al 

Name of Pesticide Product: 

Biobarrier (R) II, 

Preemergence Weed 

Control SYolt"'m 

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On the basis of information fUrnished by the registrant, the abovu named 

pesticfde is hereby registered/reregistered under the Federal lns;!cticide, 

Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. 

Registration is in no way to be construed as an endorsement or rE-conmendation 

of this product by the Agency. In order to protect health and tte envirorwnent, 

the Actninistrator, on his motion~ may at any time suspend or cancHl the 

registration of a pesticide in accordance with the Act. The acceptance of any 

name in connection with the registration of 8 product under this Act is not to 

be construed as giving the registrant 0 right to exclusive use of the name or 

to its use if it has been covered by others. 

This product is conditionally registered in accordance with 

FIFRA sec. 3(c) (7) (A) provided that you: 

1. Submit and/or cite all data required for regi"stration/ 

reregistration of your product under FIFM sec. 3 (c) (!i) when the 

Agency requires all registrants of similar products to submit such 

data; and submit acceptable responses required for reregistration 

of your product under FIFRA section 4. 

2. Change the label by revising the EPA Registration Number 

to read, "EPA Reg. No. 59823-3". 

3. Submit two copies of the revised final printnd label for 

the record. 

If these conditions are not complied with, the rngistration 

will be subject to cancellation in accordance with FIl'RA sec. 

6 (e). Your release for shipment of the product constj.tutes 

acceptance of these conditions. 

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A stamped copy of the label is enclosed for your recore.s. 

Sincerely yours, 

Joanne I. Miller 

Product Manager (23) 

Fungicide-Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

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PrecautIonary Statements Haul'" to Humana and 

Domt.lIc AnlMIIf. 

CAUTIONCausneye ilrll"lIon. Harrrivill SWlIlIoweO. 

Inhl'lled. Of abllolbedthroughthe sldn. Dc not 

get In eyu,. 011 skln. Of clcthtng. The acUII. 

IngNdlenlltlllultll", mtly ClIU", *In sen.sm· 

tatbn IUdJonS in cen.1n lndMdulis. 

Use eye prolecti<m lind proleetl". ele(hfng 

sum as (loYeralis, a long: sleeve shtrt. and 

Imj)ltrmeabt. glOvu wtlen hafldllng this 

product. Wash thoroughly wflh $CUII' and 

waterilll.thandilng. Remrw«O::U'Itamlnaled 

clothing and wllsh berall: reuse. 

This pe~k:Id. Is toxic to nst.. Do not I:Pply 

directly to Wl:ll:r, Of 10 IWe.s whete sulfate 

wNer Is pleHn! or to tmenldal .reas betow the tneMl high wl'ller IMrk. 

00 net stOfe near hul Of open ",mo. 

Directions for Use: 

It I, a violation of Fedefal Law to 

use this product In a manner 

Inconsistent with It. labeling. 

STORAGE ANa DISPOSAl. 

StDfIIP: Store In Oflolnal: contaln8f only. 

SI~ tn city ptlQe out of d~ sunlght. 

,....ddt Of.po"': 00 not contamiMle 

water. food, 01' teed by storage Of disposal 

Wastes rasul\ing tf1:lm use of U!J$ ~\.Id 

may be dIsposed of on site or at an *PPf(Nfd Wfll. dilpoeal rac:!tlty. 

COI'It*ItIW ot."o .. : Compfelety empty 

contfliMr. Then dltpoCe of wrap oMi/or box 

In uanhftY tatKfl. or by Irtdl\fflltlon, 01, It 

aIfowed by state and loeat authodllef. by 

burnlrlQ, Jt burned, tt.y CM of ,mon. 

G ..... I D~""'Ion., 

Biobatrief411 1$ a mUI~-year preemer· 

genes weed cohfwl system which is 

slrategitally poSitioned in the soli to 

prolecl strucllles lrom planl rOOI encroachmenl (see applicalions). 

Biobarrier II controls roots by eslabflshir(J an in-soll barrier plaoo of lrifluralin. 

which prevents roo! tip cell division. 

Roots are eilhef stopped or redirecled 

away from slructures. Trlfturalln i$ f'k)1 

systemic but can IIrni1 foot mass, Thea 

mullI-year lealure of BiobarriGr n is provided by a tlme-release mechanism 

which contiooes 10 meIer IriDura/in into 

II» soiIaslhe exposed I,Rurain bIoIog;. caijyandchem~aJlydegrad<l~ 51"!,, 

lure protectlon I, provided by ""clrQ 

II» tliobamer IIlabr~ betwoon II» roo! 

source and the struclure. Slo:e the 

fabric is nexible and permeable, inslallation may be custom conloured 10 

oblain !he most desirable rool system 

mdiroclion lor lhe application ancVor 10 

ICCO(MX)daJe obslacles, 

Biobarrier® II 

PAEEMEAGENCE WEED CONTROL SYSTEM 

Biobarrier II is a mutti-yaer preemergence weed conlrot 

sY'lem consisting ot time -releaS& nodules impregnaled 

with a herbicide. The nodules are- attached permanently 

to a ftexfble and permeable ge:otextile fabric which can be 

contour apprled to a wide variety 01 applications and which 

will Inhibit plant weed encroachmeot in the applications 

setlorlh below. 

Appllcatfons Directions: 

Biobarne,.lIls ready tor 1n-9JiI instahation 

as received The labfic should be in soil a5 

soon as practical alter removal Irom lhe 

sealed shipping conlainer minimizino exposure todire:1 sunSghl andelellstedl&mperatures. Prolorged exposure can reduce Iht 

elfedve lIIe oj 100 prodUCl Slore any unused portions 01 !he product tightly resealad 

In the original container!n a dry place, 

8iobarrier" can be installed In !he scil vern-

. caUy. horizOI1laHy. oc as asotrounl Vertical 

appllcaliof15l~iyr""",e standard dilCW 

• .1WOIlodigging \Q.~I (FoHow all appH· 

: c~.~s When <i<Jging below surlace). 

Active Ingredient! .. Verticil fabric ~sjlloncan 00 maintained by 

T rlflura!!n {(l.a..Il~trilluoro·2.6-dinilto-N.N-dlPfopyl·p-loIuidino) •• 18.9% •• 1Ul~ing II 1; lht ~ ~!h hangers, Hori· 

Inert Ingredlents: ....... • ..... I ....................................................... 81.1% ZonlaCappHca!lbns may require seaming or 

L - h<9I<fdown pegt, Qnoutd applicalions rroy 

TOT A 100.0% •• WwoIveavarletyoto!~dQvjcesto assure 

r-----------------, ~bri~sltioo. In aI.ppHcallon~ I1<ldules 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

CAUTION It In ayt*! 

U twatfo\Nd; 

If on Uln: 

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J:ivth "YH \OAth plenty of waler. Calt a phy$ie:lan. 

Calla physician or Pof«Jn ControfCeoter, Oflnk 

one or lwo 'glasses of wete:r and lnd\.-:a vomiting by 

touching back of lrnoat vrilh tlng .... 00 not Induce 

vomiting at glv. anything bV mouth to an 

Ul\CtllUlCIou$ person. 

WlI$h With p~ of:IMp MId _11r, 

Gat tnIldIcaIaltent!on IIlnltallon ~Iops. 

ReI'l"l:W* Indlvlduat to 1tHt\.1r. It brtalhlt\9 

dlffkuly 00Cl./1'S, tel medIeal attenUon, 

See Ski. Panat for Addillonal Precautlona Stal.menls. 

Mfg. by: iREEMAY 

70 Okj Hlekory Blvd. 

P.O. BGX 511 

Old Hlekory. TN 37138 

1-800-257_7 

EPA Regllllralion No. 

Establishment No. 

Blobarrler II Applications· 

CUrbs 

Roads 

$e~tlc Fields 

SwimmIng Pools 

Blkt/GeI! Cart Path, 

Utility Substation. 

Burl.1 VaultalTombston •• 

Sidewalks 

Planting S.ds 

Tennis Courts 

Building FoUndaUons 

Haz:ardoua Wa.te Landnlls 

Underground PlpealCabl.s 

H9riznnlaf 

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.... fr1titt be no fUJther J~~n 1-112 in. apart in 

order 10 aSSlH a.:onhlUOU5 weed conlrol 

plane, Fabric sMltl\xlend a minimum 01 

18-OOyooo slruclft"t&llobe protected as rOOIS can t;TowOlWld edges ollabrie. A 

mtnimum 012· soli overlay should also be 

malntained lor horlzon!al applications. For 

vertical applications,!he top edgemusl be at 

IGasl" belowthu soil surlace. 

Biobarrier II usod in rGtro1it appUcatloos, 

where roolS ara already presenl, requires 

rools be InlGttl.4Jled wIth a root pruner or 

equivalent deVice, Rool coolrol wlU OOt be 

olleclive iI roots penetrate labfic al time 01 

installation 

Dlsciafmer of Warranties 

The Seller makes no warranties cOl1Cerril'9 

this proot£f Of lis use which extend beyond 

the standard specifications for the prodUcts. 

Tht StU,r makes no warrantle. 0' mtr~ 

ehantabUlly or fitness lor a particUlar 

PUrpOS'1 or any other ,xpl1!11 or Implied 

warranty. 

Buyer asslITI&s all risk and liability resultirg 

lromuseollhe prOdU::lsdeUvered Mreunder, 

whelhef used singularly ex in combination with 

olher produ<~. AU slalemanl. conc"'nI~ 

this prodoot apply only when used as dirG(;too. 

LlmitatlGft of OlmagaS 

No cla/mof any Idnd, whelher as to producls 

delivered or for ~ oj proou:ls, arxJ 

• ""pornotbaMM'negHgence, st'laft be 

• gr+rln arrourn Iha_lhe purchase price 01 

: the products In respe<;t to which damagos aro 

• ".~ No charge or expense io::ident 10 

ar)clalQ1s WiN be aHowed unless approved by 

an ... lIlorized r'Il'seOI1~ 01 S~lr!I. PrO<!-

..~" rol be ~ 10 seder withoUI 

SeIer's ~or permissiWl. and then only in a 

~.,.. prescribid by~ner. The remedy 

her.byprovldtdlsht'~",th •• Xc:lUSlv •• nd 

sof.remedyof Bu;.r,lndln nGevent shall 

either PMY bollabltOe.\~I.I. Indirect OJ 

conseqqentlal din .... whether or not 

c:aulfd by or result Ing f fom th.negngen c. 

of such party_ 

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with COMMENTS 

In EPA Leiter Dated 

SEP 22 1994 

Under dlr, Ft':ueraJ In.oetieide. 

FundJdde. and Rodeatidde Ad 011 amended. for the pc.ticide 

regi"'::! under I~PA Reg. NO'. 

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Joanne I. Miller 

Product Manager (23) 

Pungicide - Herbicide Branch 

Registration Division (7S05C) 

U, S. EnvirQnmental Protection Agency 

Washington, DC 20460 

Dear Ioanne: 

May 27, 1994 

Reemay is being asked by some distributors in several states if using 

Biobarrier requires an applicator's license. Could you please supply me with a 

formal answer, in writing that I can respond back to them with. 

Thanks for your help. 

Sincerely, 

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Harry E. Barnes 

HEB:cjr 

70 Old HICkory SIvd .. P.O. So. 511 

Old Hkkory. TN 37138·3651 

T.1. No. (615) 847·7000 

FAX NO, (615) 847.7068 1·800·284·2780 

Biobarrier Technical Manager 

Reemay, Inc. 

1-800-382-8467 

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Ms. Diane Morgan 

Product Manager, Team No. 23 

Fungicide - Herbicide Division (7505C) 

United States EPA 

401 M Street S.W. 

Washington. D.C. 20460 

September 2. 1994 

Re: "Biobarrier II. Preemergence Weed Control System" 

Me-Too Application 

EPA Ref. No.: ~~~~~~; 

Dear Ms. Morgan: 

Pursuant to our conversation of to-day, enclosed please find an amended 

Confidential Statement of Formulation in support of the above referenced 

application. Thank you very much for your help. 

70 Old Hickory Blvd., P.O. Box 511 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 

T eJ. No. (615) 847 ·7000 

FAX NO, (615) 847-7068 

Very truly yours, 

I I Beatrice Chan Hubbard 

Legal Counsel 

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JA)&EPA Washington, 

Application for Pesticide: 

Registration 

Amendment 

Other 

Identifier Number 

153089 

CompanylProduclj/lame) D None D Restricted 

Biobarrierair, Preemergence Weed Control 

of Applicant (Include ZIP Code) 

Reemay, Inc. 

P.O. Box 511 

(b)(i), my product is simUar or identical in composition and labeling 

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70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

OlOK+6kory, TN 37138 EPAReg.N~.~5~9~8~2~3_-~1 ________ ~~~ ___ ·4·~·_·~··~ __ 

U Oheck if this is a newacJdrsss Product 

Amendment· Explain below Final printed labels in response to ••••• Age~~mM~~ __________ ~: __ ~: ______ ,. ____ __ 

Resubml •• lon In .... pon .. to Agency letter dated, __________ . "Me Too' Application. 

Notification· Explain below. 

Other - explain below. 

Explanation: Us. additional pagels) if necessary. (For section land Section 11.) 

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product, "Biobarrie~II, Pree~rgence Weed Control System" is a 100% repackage 

registered product, Biobarrie~ Root Control System, EPA Registration No. 59823-1 

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I certify that the statements f have made on this loon and all attachments thereto are true, accurate and complele. 

I acknowledge that any knOWingly false or misleading statement may be punishable by fine or imprisonment or 

both under applicable law. 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE: and INSTRUCTIONS' 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE; Public r.portlng burden far this coUection of Information is 

estimated to averag4 0*85 hour per response. including time for reviewing instructions~ search ins exi$ting data sources, 

g.t~.rll'l!l arid maintaining the dDta n_. ond completing and r.vlewlng the colloctlon of in/orllll!i:lon. S.rid c"""'""'t." 

regarding tne buNden estfrrmte or any other aspect of thfs collection of informatfool including $uggestions for reducing this 

burden, to Chief, Information Pot icy Branch, PH·223, U~S. Environmental Protection Agency, 401 M street, SUI Washington, DC 

20460; and to the Office of lnformation and &egutatQry Affafrs~ Office of Managomcnt and Budget; ~ashington, DC 20503. 

INSTRUCTIONS; This form is to be ust'd for aLL applications for new registration/, end use reregistration, amendnent, 

resutxnission, to appUcations for notifications~ final printed labeling, reregistration, etc. In order to process" an 

application for a new registration submitted on this form, the following material must accompany the appl\cationz 

1. Certification with Respect to Citation of Oat. (EPA form 8570-29). [If not exempted by 40 eFt 152.81 (b) (4)]; 

2. Confidential Statement of Formula (EPA form 8510·4); 

3. Fonmutator1s Exemption Statement (EPA Form 8S70~27)j 

4. Five copies of draft labelingj 

5. Three copies of any data submitted; 

6. Authorization letter where applicable; 

• fT. ~rices where appl fcable. . Subml •• ien'll'f l.bel~··l)be!lng sh""ld fir.t be sllbnltted in the form of draft label. with all appllcati",," for 00. 

registraUon. Suchlldrtltt:tabels mjy be in the form of typed label text on 8.5 x 11 'inch paper or a mockup of the proposed 

label. '~pr.!P8red·as a !JlCkupJ it should be constructed in such a way as to facH itate storage in an 8.5 x Hinch fite. 

Mockup UM':.igni'rc"~t'ly .... ll.r than 8.5 x 11 inch •• should be mounted on 8.5 x 11 inch peper for submission. 

SubnissJon n.oata "»,fa submitted In support of this appl icotian must be submitted in accordance with PR Hotlce 86-5. 

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t"", ••••• , SPEC vC INgrRDCTIONS: Plea.e read the instructions listed below before completing this appl ication. First . 

determine.the.typEt o.t-"ldfttration action, listed in Block A, for which you are submitting this application. for 

appl ica.fone BUbnitted in connection with Hew Registration; actions, Sections: I, IU, and IV IWSt be completed by the 

applicant.··'or applications submitted in connection with 8mended registration actions, re-submissions, notifications, 

reregistMSons, etc., Sections I, II, and lV IriJSt be coqJleted by the applicant", 

Block A - tltl&, the appropriate action for which you areysubnftting this form~ 

SECTION I • This .ectfon ..... t be completed •• s applicable, for all registration actions. 

1. Conpany/Procb::t: JftIIber - Insert your Catpany Ntabet-, if one has been assighed by EPA. This nLJnber may hove been assigned 

to you 8$ a basic registrant, 8 distributor, or as·an establisllfnent.;;-lf your product is registered. insert the Procb::t 

Nuober. 

2. EPA ProWct Kanager - If known, fill in the name and PM OUtt>er of the EPA Product Manager. 

3. Proposed '¥',fcatioo - Specify the proposed classification of this product. 

4. Product NaIll! --enter tt':I!'~lete product name of this. pesticide as it wiH appear on the labeL The name IJUst be 

specific to (his prockf:t·oolJ'. Duplication of names is not permitted among products of the seom cOft1)8ny. Do not include 

any brand name or C""l'!'Ql! li"" designations. 

5. Name end AddreH. of ~tr .... t - The name of the firm or person and address shown in your application is the person or fi rm 

to whom ttvt.,egJstrati!l;:..,!iU be issued. If you are acting in behalf of another party, you trust sllbmft authorization from 

that part~ t&.qft for t~~~Q reglstration matt~rs~ An applicant not residing in the United States must have an 

authorizedraient resid!ns '" the united States to act for them in all registration matters. The name and complete mailing 

address of Bach an agen" ... I. accOll'f>Ony this application. J 

6. Expedited"'~- FIFRA section 3 (c) 3 (B) provides for eXpedited review of applications for registration, or amendment 

to exfstfng·~str8tions, that are similar or identical to other pesticide products that are currently registered with 

the EPA. fft-arder for your application to be eligible for .xpedited review, you must provide us with the EPA Registrati 

Number and p~t name of the product you believe is similar to or identical to your product. The product must be 

similar or identical in both fonmulation and labeled uscs. 

SECTION II - This section roost be completed fQr all applications subnittect to amend the reglstration only of a 

currently registered product (Amendment). for a resubmfssion in response to an Agency letter, for notifications to the 

Agency, for the submission of final printed labeling, for reregistration and for any other action that pertains to a specific 

EPA;{toi.&ured prodUct. This section is not to be used for Eli new appBcation for registration. 1~!ect of submission - Check the applicable block and provide th~ A9ency letter date if appropriate. Provide a brief 

expLanation of the purpose(s) for the subtiissioo, such as lithe additfon of a site, pest or crop (specify)"; "amend the 

Confidential Statement of Formula by ••• 11; Itreregistration submissionll ; general label revision of use directions." Attach .:~:te page if a<kiitional space is needed • • 

SEC?J,rON III (Packaging and container Information) - This Section must be c"",leted for all 

appl i~at~Tms subnitted in connection with new registration or applicable amerdnents • 1. TypI of Pacbgino • Check the approprlat. block If your product will be peckagoo in thQ Indicated packaging types. 

l.,e~tt tb~ $f .. of the individual pecket. and number per retail container • 

2. T~'Uf'a.etait Container - Indicate type- of containct" in which product will be marketed. 

3. t.Mat.lon of Met Contents - Specify the net contents of all retail cootafners for your product. 

4. Siz,~.of Retail tontainer - Specify the net contents of all retail containers for your product~ 

5. Location of Use Directions - Indicate the location of the use directions for your product~ , 6. Hamer in iitich tabel is affixed to product - Jrdicate the method prodo<::t label is ,..ttac;h~.·t_? r,,!!il 5ont8fne)-~ .~ ~ ... ~. .' 

SECTION IV (Contact Point) - This Section must be cempleted for all appllcatl_ for Registration actions, 

Le., new products registration, resubmission" Ilme·toot " reregistration, etc. 

"5. Self-explanatory. 

6. EPA Use only. .U.S.GPO:1992~11151j4'OO5 
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Office of Pesticide & EPA Wa.hlngton, 

APplication for Pesticide: § Registration 

Amendment 

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of Applicant (Include ZIP Code) 

iiIJI2mc,¥, Inc. 

P Box 511 

70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

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Amendment- Explain \>01ow· 

6. expedited Review. In accordance wfth AFRA Section 3{c)(3) 

(b){I), my prodOct is similar or identicafln composftion and labeling 

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Resubmission in resPonse to Agency letter dated'_~!r~ql--­ ~, ;f . .. ...... 

Notification - Explain beloW. 

explanation: Us. additional page(s) if necessary. 

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I acknowledge that any knowingly false or misleading .lt1 be Punishable by 'fine or imprisOnment or 

Repel""" .'" (St.fn~. both under awlicablelaw. 

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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE: POOl;'c reporting burden for this collection of information is 

estimated to average 0*85 hour per response, including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, 

gat~erlQQ'a~ maintaining the data needed# and completing and reviewing the collection of information~ Send comments rega~iflg the 'bu~ estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, inctuding suggestions for reducing this 

burden, to Chief, Information Policy Branch, PM~223, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 401 H Street, SW, Washington, OC 

20460; and to the Office of tnformation and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Washington, OC 20503. 

INSTRUCTIONS: This form is to be used for all appl ications for new registration, end use reregistration, amenctnent, 

resubmiasion, to applications for notifications, finul printed labeLins, reregistration, etc. In order to process an application for a new registration submitted on this form, the following material must accompany the application: 

1. Certification with Respect to Citation of Data (EPA Form 8570-29). [If not exempted by 40 CFR 152.81 (b) (4»; 

2. Confidential Statement of Formula (SPA Form 8570~4); 

3. Formulatorls Exemption Statement (ePA Form 8570-27); 

4. Five copies of draft labeling; 

5. Three copies of any data Submitted; 

6. Authorization letter where applicable; 

f~ 'll8tric •• wher. sppl iceble. 

Subnis,1en d·Labeltn9!.-t..beling should first be subnitted in the form of draft labels with all applications for new .. ~ registratiPn. Suchidl"1lft .abels may be in the form of typed label text on 8.5 x 11 inch paper or iii mockup of the proposed 

label. Lf prepared-as 8 ~kup, it should be constructed in such 8 way as to facilitate storage in an 8.5 x 11 inch file. 

Mockup t_':Slgn!(i1:S4tl'l- .... ll.r than 8.5 x 11 inches should be mounted on 8.5 x 11 Inch paper for submission. 

SUbDiss!on :!JData ·p~fa sUbmitted in support of this application must be submitted in accordance with PR Notice 86~5 • 

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determine \he type of.~.tration action, listed in Block A, for which you ere submitting this application. for 

SPECIFIC IN~!fCTIONS; Ple •• e read the instructions listed below before cempl.ting this appl icotian. First , 

appUca~ftmt 4bn.itted in comection with New Registratloo actions, Sections I, IU, and IV IWSt be completed by the 

applican~_··~r applications submitted in connection with amended registration actions, resubmissions, notifications, 

reregis~tons, etc., Sections 1, 11, and IV must be completed by the applicant. 

Block A .. ,'-ok the appropriate action for which you are submitting this form. 

SECTION' I - This section JrUSt be completed, 3S applicable, for aU registration actions. 

1. caapmyJProcb:t ttc..aDer - Insert your CCtrpany Nl.lIbe:r. if one has been assigned by EPA. This number may have been assigned 

to you as a basic registrant, a distributor; or 8S an establishment. It your product is registered, insert the P~oduct 

2~ -. EPA Product ~r - If known, fill in the name and PH number of the EPA Product Manager~ 

3. Pr~ C~ltflcation - Specify the proposed classification of this product. 4~ ProdJct N_ • ..e:·nter t+ltt~lete product name of this pesticide as it witt appear on the label. The name IOOst be 

specific to :his pr~t:onlr. Duplication of names is not permitted among products of the same company. Do not include 

any brand name or comptmy l inc designations. 

5. Name and Address of ~t~f - The name of the firm or person and address shown in your application is the person or firm 

to whom the r~istratietJ.JoI1lt be issued. If you are acting in behalf of another party, you roost subnit authorization from 

that part~t: act for them 1~ registration matters. An applicant not residing in the United States must have an 

authorizecfagdh\ re~id,~1n the United States to act for them in all registration matters. The name and complete mailing 

addr ••• of sllch an agell1.M. accOlfl'Ony this application. :I 6~ expedIted ,et\FW:- flfRA section 3 ee) 3 (B) provides for e~pedited review of applications for registration, or amendment 

to existing.~strationsf that are similar or identical to other pesticide products that are currently registered with 

the EPA~ I.~der for your application to be eligible for expedited review, you must provide us with the EPA Regiatrati 

Number and p~t name of the product you believe is slmilar to or identical to your product. The product must be 

simllar or identical in both formulation and labeled uses. 

SECTION II - This section rwst be completed for all appl ications sub'nitted to amend the registration only of a 

currently registered product (Amendment)1 for a rcsubmission in response to an Agency letter, for notifications to the 

Agency, for the submission of final printed labeling, for reregistration and for any other action that pertains to a specific 

ill·regf;~tred~. This section is .!2Q! !Q be used for a new appl ication for registration • 

1. SUbject of submission - Check the applicable block and provide the Agency letter date if appropriate. Provide a brief 

e~planation of the purpose(s) for the $UOO1ission, such 8S lithe addition of a site, pest or crop (specify)lI; "amend the 

conridential Statement of FOrnMJla by ••• II; "reregistration submission"; general label revision of use directions. I' Attach 

.. J~'t. page if additional .pace Is needed • 

• SE~N III (Packaqioo and Container Information) - This Section "".t be completed for all 

appliea~tns submitted in connection with new registration or applicable amendments • 1. Type of Paclcag!ng - Check the appropriate block If your product will be packaged in tho indicated packaging types. 

Indicate the size of the individual packets and number per retail container • 

2. ~"'·RetaH Container - Indicate type of container in which product will be marketed. 

3. ~\ion of Net Contents - Specify the net contents of all retail containers for your product. 

4. Size~) of Retail Container ~ specify the net contents of all retail containers for your product. 

5. LOC:tion of Use Directions - Indicate the location of the use directions for your product. 

6. Kamer in which label is affixed to procb:::t ~ Indicate the method product label is attached to retai l container. 

SECTION IV (Contact Point) - This Section nust be completed for all applications for Registration actions, 

i.e., new products registration, resubmission, Ume~too," reregistration, etc. 

1-5. Self-explanatory. 

6. EPA Use Only. *u.S.GPO:t992-6351141065 
Applicant's Name and Address 

Reemay, Inc. 

P.O. Box 511 

Form Approv8~. OMS No. ,2070-0060. Approval Expires 11·30·93 

United States Environmental Prdtoctioil' Agency 

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Formulator's Exenlption Statement 

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EPA File SymbollRegistratiop N~mber 

Product Nama Bi obarri ePUlI 70 Old Hickory Blvd. 

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Date of Confidential Statement of Formula tEPA Form 857CJ.4} 

July 15, r994 

As an authorized representative of the applicant for registration of the product identified above, I here certifv that: a • 

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!~) ReSf t~gse, 5Ja8c~3abive ingredient listed in paragraph (4) is present solely as the result 6"l'lr. 'use 01 t~~t active 

ingredient in the manufacturing, formulation or repackaging ot another product which contains that ac'tW&. 

ingredient, which is registered under FIFRA Section 3, is purchased by us from another producer, and is:hlbeled 

for at least each use for which my product is proposed to be labeled, .... 

(3) Indicate by checking (A) or (B) below which paragraph applies: o (A) An accurate Confidential Statement of Formula (EPA Form 8570-4) for the above identified product is 

attached to this statement. That formula statement indicate, by company name, registration number, and 

product name, the source of the active ingredient(s) listed in paragraph (1). • ..... 

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OIB) The Confidential Statement of Formula (CSF) (EPA Form 8570-4J referenced above and On file' with the EPA 

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ingredient, which is. rl!ll!stered under FIFRA Section 3, is purchased by us from another producer, and led 

for at least each use fOl" .. which my product is proposed to be labeled. 

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attached to this statement. That formula'statement Indicate, by company name, registration number, and 

product name, the source of the active ingredlent(sl listed in paragraph (11. ... .. 

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(EPA Form 8570-20; OMB Form No. 0070-0060) 

The public reporting burden for this collection of information 

is estimated to average one hour per completed Data Reference 

Sheet. This includes reviewing instructions, identifying 

pertinent references, and citing the references on this 

instrument. It is estimated that approximately eight (8) 

hours are required to prepare a complete set of references for 

an initial application to register a "typical" or "average" 

chemical. After that, additional supporting references may 

be necessary but would not require the number of references 

necessary for an initial application to register. Send 

comments regarding this burden, to: Chief, Information Policy 

Branch, PM-223, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 401 M 

Street, S. W., Washington, DC 20460; and to the Office of 

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:.. • date of receipt by the Registration Division as stamped or pin-punched in 

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ON THE FRONT PAGE. A PRELIMINARY REVIEW HAS INDICATED THAT THE 

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INSTRUCTIONS 

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING THIS FORM 

GENERAL SPECIFIC 

This form will be used to process an application for registration as set forth in the 1. Number all page> con>ocutively: Enter on each page the total number of pages 

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended, Sections 3(c)(5) being submitted. If more than one page is required, number them ." of 2/' '" 

and 3(c)(7). In addition to this form. the following material must accompany an of 3," etc. 

Application for Registration (EPA Form 8570·1). 

2. Registration NoJFile Symbol: Insert the registration number or file symbol 

1. A Confidential Statement of Formula (EPA Form 8570·4) must be submitted assigned to this product, if known. 

whenever the current amendment relates to the chemistry or formulation of the 

.product. 3. Name and Address of Applicant: Enter your name and address. or the name and 

address of your duly authorized agent if you do not reside in the United States. 

2. Select and complete the appropriate OFFER TO PAY STATEMENT. as listed 

below. 4. Product Name: The Product Name should be the same as the one appearing on 

the application form. 

A. Cite-all method of compensation, 

5. Product Manager: Enter the name of the Product Manager assigned to this 

8. Combined cite~all and alternate method of compensation. product. 

C. Alternate method of compensation. 6. Application Date: Enter the date of the application to which this form applies. 

if you select an Offer to Pay Statement which requires the submission of data, all 7. Name of the Studies: A listing of specific studies or data being submitted with 

data submitted in supPOrt of this application must be submitted in triplicate (3 this application: 

individual copies), In order to facilitate review, each type of data submitted must 

be; bound separately; all information listed in block 7 must be clearly identified 7a. If this study was conducted by the AppJicantt mark Ux~t in this column. Also, 

on the front cover; and the date- of submission. Additional information for the mark "X" in the appropriate box (UyesU or i'~non) at the bottom relating to 

preparation of data for submission in support of registration applications is availa- inclusion on the Pesticide Data Submitters List. 

ble by writing to the Product Manager assigned to your Product, Registration 

Division, at the address specified at the top of the form. 7b. If this study was obtained from EPA data reference files, mark "x" in this 

column. 

Any data for which a claim of confidentiality is asserted must be submitted bound 

separa1llly from non-confidential information, and clearlv marked as such. 7c. If this study was obtained from another firm or source, give complete name 

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The APplicant may retain the APPL~ANT".rla4} ~n :~. It th~ "'as tJbtained from public literature, give its reference, Give sufficient 

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COMPANY NAME: REEMAY, INC 

WEED CONTROL 

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OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 153089 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 59823-G 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 08/05/94 

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SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW ME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has 

for a new 'me-too' registration but 

administrative screen for completeness. 

are listed below. 

received your application 

it has not passed an 

The reasons for rejection 

No further action can be taken on your application until it 

complies with Agency regulations. We are enclosing your 

application package with this letter. When resubmitting the 

application please return a copy of this letter with it. 

Problems with the application are: 

Confidential Statement of Formula Form 8570-4 (revised 

2-85) is missing. 

Sincerely, 

Front End processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

Program Management and Support Division 

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BEATRICE C. HUBBARD, LEGAL COUNSEL 

REEMAY, INC. 

P.O. BOX 511 

70 OLD HICKORY BLVD. 

OLD HICKORY, TN 37138 

SUBJECT: REJECTED liME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

OfFICE Of 

PREVENTION. PESTlClDES AND 

TOXlCSUBSTANCES 

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BIOBARRIER II, PREEMERGENCE WEED CONTROL SYSTEM, a~11cat~o~. 

number 153089, submitted 07/18/94. That acceptance let'\;Ar.·was 

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After further review of your request by Product Manager 

Joanne Miller, PM 23, it was found to be deficient. 

The forms for a 100% Repackage are as follows: 

1. Application form 8570-1. 

2. Reference to a Me-too product. 

3. Confidential Statement of Formula 8570-4. 

4. Formulator's Exemption form 8570-27. 

5. Proposed draft labels (5copies) which you forgot to submit. 

No further action on your request can be taken until you bring it 

im:o compliance with Agency regulations. 

You may contact Joanne Miller on (703-305-7830) if there are any 

questions. 

Sincerely, 

Front end Processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

Program Management and Support 

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BEATRICE C. HUBBARD 

REEMAY, INC 

P.O. BOX 511 

70 OLD HICKORY BLVD 

OLD HICKORY TN 37138 

07/19/94 

PRODUCT NAME: BIOBARRIER II, PREEMERGENCE 

COMPANY NAME: REEMAY, INC 

OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 153089 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 59823-G 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 07/18/94 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIDES AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

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•••• • •••• SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW ME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has received your application 

for a new 'me-too' registration and it has passed an admin~t~ative 

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During the initial screen we determined that tp~ application 

qualifies for fast track review. The package will npw.be forwarded 

to the Product Manager for review to determine its acceptabi1~y. ...... ... • • 

If you have any questions, please contact Joarme'Miller,' • • Product Manager 23, at (703)-305-7830. .: •• " 

sincerely, 

Front End processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

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Product Manager (23) 

Fungicide - Herbicide Division (7505C) 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

Washington. D.C. 20460 

July 15. 1994 

Re: Biobarrier® II. Preemergence Weed Control System 

Dear Ms. Miller: 

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Pursuant to a telephone conversation I had with Mr. D~n~enniotori>ur 

office. I am submitting herewith an application for the above refeknced product . ••• •• This product Is a 100% repackage of an EPA registered product, "Bio~. 

Root Control System". EPA Reg. No. 59823-1. The product subject '@:thls 

application is in every respect identical to the registered product. "Biob~ II. 

Preemergence Weed Control System" Is marketed for the hOrizontal installation 

for weed control (as allowed in Reg. 59823-1 label) as distinguished from 

"Biobarrier®. Root Control System" which is marketed for the vertical instaUa1;ion. 

Thank you very much for your consideration. 

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Old Hickory, TN 37138·3651 

Tel. No. (615) 847·7000 

FAX NO, (615) 847·7068 A EM GROUI' COMPANY 

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Enclosed please fmd 5 copies of the draft labels which I ffliWd to inclrt~ in 

my Original submission of the ME-TOO registration. If there i~:wlything-else I 

need to submit, Please do not hesitate to contact me. : •••• 

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70 Old Hkkory Blvd .. P.O. Box 511 

Old Hickory, TN 37138-3651 

Tel. No. 1615) 8,17.7000 

FAX NO, (615) 847 ·7068 

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Ms. Fran Wrice 

Front End Processing Staff 

Information Branch 

August 15. 1994 

Program Management and Support Division 

Environmental Protection Agency 

Washington. D.C. 20460 

Dear Ms. Wrice: 

Re: Me-Too Registration Application 

EPA File Symbol: 59823-G 

Resubmitted herewith is an application for Me-Too Registration which was 

Originally submitted on July 15. 1994. It was rejected because no proposed labels 

were included. It was resubmitted on August 3, 1994 along with the required 

proposed labels. However the first resubmission was rejected because it allegedly 

did not include a Confidential Statement of Formula. According to my records, 

the original application as well as the fIrst resubmission did in fact include a 

completed Confidential Statement of Formula which must have been lost enroute 

during the first resubmission. I am again resubmitting the Me-Too Application 

along with a fresh Confidential Statement of Formula. I hope all documents will 

be safely received by you. 

Thank you very much for your consideration. 

70 Old Hickory Blvd" P,O, Box 5 J I 

Old Hickory, TN 3il38·365 J 

Tel, No. (615) 847·7000 

FAX NO, (615) 847·7068 

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WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

BEATRICE C. HUBBARD 

REEMAY, INC 

P.o. BOX 511 

70 OLD HICKORY BLVD 

OLD HICKORY TN 37138 

08/23/94 

PRODUCT NAME: BIOBARRIER II, PREEMERGENCE WEED CONTROL 

COMPANY NAME: REEMAY, INC 

OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 153089 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 59823-G 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 08/17/94 

OfFICE OF 

THE ADMINISTRATOR 

SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW ME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has received your application 

for a new 'me-too' registration and it has passed an administrative 

screen for completeness. 

During the initial screen we determined that the application 

qualifies for fast track review. The package will now be forwarded 

to the Product Manager for review to determine its acceptability. 

If you have any questions, please contact Joanne Miller, 

Product Manager 23, at (703)-305-7830. 

Sincerely, 

Front End Processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

Program Management and support Division 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

BEATRICE C. HUBBARD 

REEMAY, INC 

P.O. BOX 511 

70 OLD HICKORY BLVD 

OLD HICKORY TN 37138 

08/10/94 

OFFICE OF 

THE ADMINISTRATOR 

PRODUCT NAME: BIOBARRIER II, PRE EMERGENCE WEED CONTROL 

COMPANY NAME: REEMAY, INC 

OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 153089 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 59823-G 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 08/05/94 

SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW ME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has 

for a new 'me-too' registration but 

administrative screen for completeness. 

are listed below. 

received your application 

it has not passed an 

The reasons for rejection 

• No further action can be taken on your application until it 

complies with Agency regulations. We are enclosing your 

application package with this letter. When resubmitting the 

application please return a copy of this letter with it. 

Problems with the application are: 

confidential Statement of Formula Form 8570-4 (revised 

2-85) is missing. 

sincerely, 

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Front End Processing staff 

Information Services Branch 

Program Management and Support Division 

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WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

BEATRICE C. HUBBARD, LEGAL COUNSEL 

REEMAY, INC. 

P.O. BOX 511 

70 OLD HICKORY BLVD. 

OLD HICKORY, TN 37138 

SUBJECT: REJECTED "ME-TOO REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

OfflC.OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIDES AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

You were recently sent an acceptance letter for your product, 

BIOBARRIER II, PREEMERGENCE WEED CONTROL SYSTEM, application 

number 153089, submitted 07/18/94. That acceptance letter was 

based on a prelimary screen for completeness. 

After further review of your request by Product Manager 

Joanne Miller, PM 23, it was found to be deficient. 

The forms for a 100% Repackage are as follows: 

.' 1. Application form 8570-1. 

2. Reference to a Me-too product. 

3. Confidential Statement of Formula 8570-4. 

4. Formulator's Exemption form 8570-27 . • 5. Proposed draft labels (5copies) which you forgot to submit. 

No further action on your request can be taken until you bring it 

into compliance with Agency regulations. 

You may contact Joanne Miller on (703-305-7830) if there are any 

questions. 

Sincerely, 

Front end processing Staff 

Information services Branch 

Program Management and Support Division 

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APPLICATION FOR HEW RBGISTRATIOK 

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