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# Fluensulfone 480EC

Nematicide

[Alternate Brand Name: NIMITZ TM ] 

## For control of nematodes in Crop Gr oups 8 and 9: including cucumbers, melons (cantaloupes, watermelon, honeydew), squash, tomatoes, okra, eggplant and peppers (bell and non-bell)

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: % BY WT. Fluensulfone: 5-chloro-2 (3,4,4-trifl uoro-but-3-ene-1-sul fonyl)-thiazole ...................................................... ...... 40.0%
OTHER INGREDIENTS*:

.............................................................................................................................. .... 60.0%

TOTAL: 100.0% Contains 4 pounds fluensulfone per gallon in an Emulsifiable Concentrate formulation. *Contains petroleum distillates



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Manufactured for : Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. (d/b/a ADAMA) 3120 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27604 EPA Reg. No . 66222-EUG EPA Est. No. XXXXXXXX 

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FIRST AID

IF
SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or docto r immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

IF ON SKIN OR
CLOTHING: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after t he first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, and then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doc tor for further treatment advice. Note to Physician: Contains petroleum distillate. Vomi ting may cause aspiration pneumonia. Have the product container or label with you when calli ng a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. You may also contact Prosar at 1-877-250-9291 for emergency medical treatment information.Page 2 of 8 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
CAUTION Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Causes mode rate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water afte r handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove and wash contam inated clothing before reuse. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Some materials that are chemical-resis tant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for category F on an EPA chemic al-resistance category selection chart.

All mixers, loaders, other applicator s and other handlers must wear:

 Long-sleeved shirt and long pants

 Chemical-resistant gloves, such as barrier laminate or Viton ≥ 14 mils

 Shoes plus socks

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that hav e been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product’s concentrate. Do not reuse them.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions fo r cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS STATEMENTS

When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or airc raft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)], the handler PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.

USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

Users should:

 Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewi ng gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet.

 Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets insi de. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing.

 Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as

possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS This pesticide is toxic to estuarine and marine invertebrate s. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below t he mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water. Drift and runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in water adjacent to

treated areas.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

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

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either direct ly or through drift. Only protected handlers can be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsibl e for pesticide regulation.

AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. This Standard contains requirements fo r the protection of agricultural work ers on farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and ex ceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective equi pment (PPE), and restricted -entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this pro duct that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard.

USE RESTRICTIONS

 Do not use on crops not listed on this label.

 Do not use in conjunction with direct se eded crops. Use only before transplanted crops.Page 3 of 8  Do not make applications when soil temperature is below 60  ̊ F. Root knot nematodes are not active

below 60  ̊ F and will not absorb Fluensulfone 480EC.

 Do not plant any crops not on this label into tr eated land 365 days after application of the product.

 Do not apply more than one application per crop, and no more than 112 fl. oz. of product per acre, per year (365 days).

Use Fluensulfone 480EC in accordance with all label directions. Do not use on any crop not on this label or supplemental labels. Fluensulfone 480EC should be used as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program to control nematodes. IPM programs using cultural practices, sanitation, planti ng of resistant varieties to reduce infestations caused by nematodes, scouting or other detection methods, proper pest identification and

rotation of nematicides with different modes of acti on will help prevent economic pest damage. The use of
Fluensulfone 480EC only controls nematodes when t hey are present at the time of application. It will not control pests introduced into the soil after treatment, does not pr ovide season long control, and does not guarantee pest free crops at harvest. Performance may be reduced if used in muck or high clay content soils.

Compatibility : Do not apply Fluensulfone 480EC with any other product before testing fo r physical and chemical compatibility of the mixture. To determine compatibility, pour the proporti ons of the product(s) into a suitable container. After mixing, wait for 30 minutes and check to see if the product remains mixed. If the product remains mixed, it is considered physically compatible.

Read and carefully follow the most restrictive labeling limit ations and precautions of all products used in a tank

mix.
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT

The Mode of Action of Fluensulfone 480EC has not been classified. Although resistance in nematode populations has not been proven, repeated exclusive use of any product may l ead to a reduction in control due to enhanced biodegradation or other causes. Rotation with nematicides with a different mode of action is suggested. Contact your Cooperative Extension specialist, certified crop adv isor and or product manufacturer for additional resistant management recommendations.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Fluensulfone 480EC can be used to control Root-knot ( Meloidogyne spp.), Sting ( Belonolaimus spp.) and Lesion nematodes ( Pratylenchus spp.) in transplanted crops (Crop Groups 8 and 9: including cucumbers, melons (cantaloupes, watermelon, honeydew), squash, tomatoes, okra, eggplant and peppers (bell and non-bell). A

successful treatment with Fluensulfone 480EC will not eradicate nematode populat ions and does not control bacteria, insects, viruses, weeds or pathogens which attack plants in treated areas. Consult your state Agricultural Experiment station, Extension service provider or supplemental product labels for additional information and control measures for these pests.

Applications must be broadcast incorporated, banded and in corporated, or applied by drip irrigation. Make applications at a rate of 3.5 to 5 pints, (56.0 to 80.0 fl. oz.) per acre, a minimum of seven days before transplanting. Make soil applications only in accordance with directions a nd conditions of use described in this labeling. Treated areas can be covered with plastic or left uncovered according to planting practices.
Fluensulfone 480EC does not provide residual control of nemat odes. Do not apply more than one application per crop, and no more than 112 fl. oz. of product per acre, per year (365 days). Do not plant any crops not on this label into treated land for 365 days after application of the product.

USE INFORMATION
Fluensulfone 480EC can be applied in any season when soil conditions permit and nematodes are active. Uniform application and incorporation to moist well prepared soils is essential. Ensure soils have sufficient moisture to support plant growth. If soils are not free of clods, debris and plant residues thoroughly incorporate them into the soil to prevent interfer ence with application or control. Lack of effectiveness, crop injury or illegal pesticide residues in the crop can result from non-uniform distribution of product. Consult your equipment manufacturer, State Extension specialist or ADAMA representative for calibration or application questions.Page 4 of 8 MIXING, LOADING AND HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS Add the required amount of Fluensulfone 480EC to the water in the spray tank and mix well. Continue agitation at frequent intervals during application. If Fluensulfone 480EC is to be mixed with other products or fertilizers, test the physical compatibility of the mi xture as described above prior to use.

NOTE: Thoroughly clean application equipment prior to use an d before using for application of other pesticides.

SOIL MOISTURE MANAGEMENT Soil moisture management can have an influence on product efficacy. For band and broadcast applications, do not apply when the wind speed favors drift beyond the areas intended for treatment. Ensure soil moisture is adequate for uniform mechanical incorporation and to support plant growth. It is recommended to irrigate with 0.5 to 1 inch of water 2-5 days after application. If applied by drip irrigation, make sure the initial moisture is at a level to allow the product to move uniformly from shoulder to shoulder and throughout the bed as it is being drip irrigated.

For optimal performance, all applications must be incorp orated by water and/or mechanical means to a depth of 6-8 inches. Resume a normal irrigation schedule immediately after transplanting. Excessive moisture immediately after application may c ause this product to move past the targeted zone.

BROADCAST APPLICATION Apply at listed rate using conventional application equipm ent a minimum of 7 days before transplanting. Prepare the spray mix by adding the product to the spray tank with a minimum of 15 gallons of water per acre to obtain a uniform application. Maintain sufficient agitation duri ng mixing and application to ensure a homogeneous spray solution. Uniformly apply the spray mix over the field and me chanically incorporate to a depth of 6-8 inches with incorporation equipment to insure even distribution. It is recommended to irrigate with 0.5 to 1 inch of water 2-5 days after application. Following transplanting, resume normal irrigation practices.

Boom Height: Do not make application at a height greater than 20 inches above the surface of the soil. Use nozzles that produce coarse droplets (>300 microns) to reduce evaporation and drift.

BAND APPLICATION The amount of product required for a banded application w ill vary with the width of the planting bed and row length. Use Table 1 to determine the amount of pr oduct required based on bed width, length and use rate. Apply the spray mixture across the band and uniformly in corporate to 6-8 inches avoiding dilution outside the band, a minimum of 7 days before transplanting. It is recommended to irrigate with 0.5 to 1.0 inches of water 2-5 days after application. Following transplanting, resume normal irrigation practices. Rates are not to be concentrated in the row, instead, they are to be applied based on percent of the treated acre.

Boom Height: Do not make application at a height greater than 20 inches above the surface of the soil. Use nozzles that produce coarse droplets (>300 microns) to reduce evaporation and drift.

DRIP IRRIGATION

Chemigation application: Fluensulfone 480EC can be applied through low volume (ground or underground) drip, drip tape or strip tubing. Do not apply this pr oduct through any other type of irrigation system.

Prepare the application mix as indicate d in Table 1. The amount of product required for a drip application will vary with the width of the planting bed, row length and wetting front of the applic ation. Use Table 1 to determine the amount of product required. Assume the wetting front is t he same as the bed width for determining the rate to apply.

For drip irrigation, Fluensulfone 480EC can be added directly to the irrigation system and applied with sufficient water and duration to uniformly wet the entire bed width and root zone (6-8 inches d eep) where crops are to be planted no less than 7 days before transplanting.

The amount of water needed for an application will depend upon the initial level of soil moisture, the soil type, % organic matter and condition and the placement of the drip tape(s) as well as drip tape emitter spacing, etc. Allow enough time in the application cycle to charge the irrigation system, then apply Fluensulfone 480EC into the target root zone and flush t he system lines with water. Injection timi ng during the irrigation cycle depends on soil type and drip tape placement. Do not over apply system rinse water and wash the Fluensulfone 480EC from the root zone. Irrigate with 0.5 to 1.0 inch es of water 2-5 days after application. Following application, resume normal irrigation practices.Page 5 of 8 Fluensulfone 480EC may not be applied in conjunction with a drip line cleaning product as performance may be

reduced.

The entire irrigation system including emitters need to be checked to ensure the system is operating normally before injecting Fluensulfone 480EC . Do not connect an irrigation system (including greenhouse systems) used to apply pesticides to any public water system unless the pe sticide label prescribed safety devices for public water systems are in place. In addition, chec k local and state regulations regarding the injection of pesticides into public water systems. A person knowledgeable of the chemigation system and respons ible for its operation, or a person under the supervision of the responsible person, is responsible to shut t he system down and make necessary adjustments as needed.

The drip system must be maintained and operated at a low enough pressure to prevent fogging and/or misting during applications. Inject Fluensulfone 480EC into the irrigation system afte r the filter(s) and automatic back flush system in order to avoid back flushing of treated water.

Systems using a pressurized water and pesticide injecti on system must meet the following requirements:

1. The system must contain a f unctional check valve, vacuum re lief valve and low pressure drain appropriately located on the irrigation pipeline to pr event water source contamination from backflow. 2. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a func tional, automatic, quick-closing check valve to prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection pump. 3. The pesticide injection pipeline must also contai n a functional, normally closed, solenoid-operated valve located on the intake side of the injection pump and connected to the system interlock to prevent fluid from being withdrawn from the supply tank when the i rrigation system is either automatically or manually

shut down. 4. The system must contain functional interlocking cont rols to automatically shut off the pesticide injection pump when the water pump motor stops. 5. The irrigation line or water pump must include a func tional pressure switch which will stop the water pump motor when the water pressure decreases to the point where pesticide distribution is adversely affected. 6. Systems must use a metering pum p, such as a positive displacement injection pump (e.g. diaphragm pump) effectively designed and constructed of material s compatible with pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system interlock.

Table 1: Application Rate Calculation For Band Application and Drip Irrigation

Bed Width

(Inches) Linear feet of bed in

one treated acre Ounces of Fluensulfone 480EC per 1000 linear

feet of row

56 fl. oz./Treated Acre 80 fl. oz./ Treated Acre

12 43,560 1.2 1.8

18 29,040 1.9 2.7

24 21,780 2.5 3.7

30 17,424 3.2 4.6

36 14,250 3.9 5.6

48 10,890 5.1 7.4

60 8,712 6.3 9.2

72 7,260 7.6 11.1

. Application can be made for the following crops: Crop Group Rate Application InformationPage 6 of 8 CUCURBIT VEGETABLES

Cucumber, squash, honeydew, watermelon, and other cucurbit vegetables including:

Chinese waxgourd (Chinese preserving melon); citron melon; gherkin; gourd, edible ( Lagenaria spp. and Luffa spp. includes hyotan, cucuzza, hechima, Chinese okra, spaghetti squash,); Fruits of the gourd ( Cucurbitaceae ) e.g., Cucurbita pepo (i.e., crookneck squash, straightneck squash, scallop squash, and vegetable marrow); Sechium edule (chayote); and other cultivars and/or hybrids of these; Momordica spp (includes balsam apple, balsam pear, bitter melon, Chinese cucumber); muskmelon (includes cantaloupe); pumpkin; summer squash, winter (includes butternut squash, calabaza, hubbard squash, acorn squash, spaghetti squash); winter Muskmelon, including hybrids and/or varieties of Cucumis

melo (including true cantaloupe cantaloupe, casaba, Santa Claus melon, crenshaw melon, honey balls, Persian melon, golden pershaw melon, mango melon, pineapple melon, snake melon); including hybrids and/or varieties of these; Citrullus spp. 3.5 to 5 pints/ treated

acre (56 to 80 fl. oz./treated acre) Apply at a minimum of 7 days before transplanting.

Do not apply more than one application per crop, and no more than 112 fl. oz. of product per acre, per year (365 days).

FRUITING VEGETABLES

Tomato, bell pepper and other fruiting vegetables including:

African eggplant; bush tomato; All varieties of pepper (includes pepper, chili pepper, cooking pepper, pimento, hot and sweet pepper); ; cocona; currant tomato; eggplant; garden huckleberry; goji berry; groundcherry; martynia; naranjilla; okra; pea eggplant; pepino; nonbell pepper; roselle; scarlet eggplant; sunberry; tomatillo; tree tomato; cultivars, varieties, and/or hybrids of these 3.5 to 5 pints/ treated

acre (56 to 80 fl. oz./treated acre) Apply at a minimum of 7 days before transplanting.

Do not apply more than one application per crop, and no more than 112 fl. oz. of product per acre, per year (365 days).Page 7 of 8 

### STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

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

PESTICIDE STORAGE:

Store in a cool, dry place and in such a manner as to prev ent cross contamination with other pesticides, fertilizers, food and feed. Store in original container and out of reac h of children, preferably in a locked storage area.

Do not store above 100°F for extended periods of time. Stor age below 20°F can result in formation of crystals. If product crystallizes, store at 50°F to 70°F and agitate to redissolve crystals . If container is damaged or spill occurs, use product immediately or dispose of pr oduct and damaged container as indicated below.

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL:

Open dumping is prohibited. Pesticide wastes are toxic. Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal fa cility. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal law. If t hese wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environment al Control Agency or the haz ardous waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance.

CONTAINER HANDLING:

NONREFILLABLE CONTAINERS:

Rigid, Nonrefillable containers sma ll enough to shake (i.e. with capacities equal to less than five gallons).

Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple ri nse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying.

Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container 1/4 full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds a fter the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Then offer for recycling or reconditioning if ava ilable, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approv ed by state and local authorities

. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Hold container upside down over application equipment or a

mix tank or collect rinsate at about 40 PSI for at least 30 seconds. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Once container is rinsed, offer for recycling if ava ilable, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill.

Rigid, Nonrefillable containers that are too large to shake (i.e. with capacities greater than 5 gallons or 50 lbs).

Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse or pr essure rinse container (or equivalent) promptly after emptying.

Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents in to application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container 1/4 full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip contai ner on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least one complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand t he container on its end and tip it back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this procedure two more times. Offer for recycling or reconditioning if available, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities

. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Hold container upside down over application equipment or a

mix tank or collect rinsate at about 40 PSI for at least 30 seconds. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Once container is rinsed, offer for recycling if ava ilable, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill.

REFILLABLE CONTAINERS:

Refill this container with pesticide onl y. Do not reuse this co ntainer for any other purpo se. Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsib ility of the person disposi ng of the container. Clea ning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.

REFILLING OR RETURNING CONTAINERS:

If refilling or returning container is planned, end users are not authorized to remove tamper evident cables, one way values or clean container.

RECYCLE OR DISPOSAL OF CONTAINERS:Page 8 of 8 End users are authorized to remove tamper evident cable as required to remove the product from the container unless the container is equipped with one way valves and refilling or returning is planned. Instructions for container rinsing and either recycling or disposal are as follows:

Bottom Discharge IBC (e.g. Schuetz Caged IBC or Snyder Square Stackable).

Pressure rinsing the container before final disposal is t he responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller. To pressure rinse the container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from the IBC into applicati on equipment or mix tank. Raise the bottom of the IBC by 1.5 inches on the side which is opposite of the bo ttom discharge valve to promote more complete product removal. Completely pump or drain rinsate into applicat ion equipment or rinsate collection system while pressure rinsing. Continue pressure rinsing for 2 minutes or unt il rinsate becomes clear. Replace the lid and close bottom

valve.

Top Discharge IBC, Drums, Kegs (e.g. Snyder 120 Next Gen, Bonar B120, Drums and Kegs).

Triple rinsing the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person di sposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller. To triple rinse the container before final disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or mix tank. Fill the container about 10 percent full with water. Agitate vigorously or recircul ate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Rinse all interior surfaces. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipm ent or rinsate collection sy stem. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY

Read the entire directions for use, conditions of warrantie s and limitations of liability before using this product. If terms are not acceptable, return the unopened product container at once. By using this product, user or buyer accepts the following CONDITIONS

, DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES, and
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

. CONDITIONS : The directions for use of this product are believed to be adequate and must be followed carefully. However, it is impossible to eliminate all risks associated with the use of th is product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness or other unintended consequences may result because of su ch factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials, or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of ADAMA. All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES : To the extent consistent with applicable law, ADAMA makes no other warranties, express or implied, of me rchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise, that extend beyond the statements made on this label. No agent of ADAMA is authorized to make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to modify t he warranties contained herein. To the extent consistent with applicable law, ADAMA disclaims any liability whatsoever for special, inci dental or consequential damages resulting from the use or handling of this product.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY : To the extent consistent with applicable law, the exclusive remedy of the user or buyer for any and all losses, injuries or damages resultin g from the use or handling of this product, whether in contract, warranty, tort, neglig ence, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price paid or at ADAMA’s election, the replacement of product.

Nimitz is a registered trademark of ADAMA.

Fluensulfone 480EC 66222-EUG Submitted 7/16/2014 LPv2