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SPEXIT®

Insecticidal Virus for Use in Greenhouses, Open Fields, and Home 

Gardens for the Control of the Beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua)

Sublabel A: Agricultural Use 

Sublabel B: Residential Use

Active Ingredient*:

Spodoptera exigua multinucleopolyhedrovirus (SeMNPV) strain BV-0004 0.60%

Other Ingredients: 99.40%

Total: 100.00%

*Contains a minimum of 3.8x1012 viral occlusion bodies per liter.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

CAUTION

EPA Reg. No.: 69553

EPA Est. No.: 

Manufactured by: Andermatt Biocontrol AG

Stahlermatten 6

CH-6146 Grossdietwil

Switzerland
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SUBLABEL A: Agricultural Use

SPEXIT®

Insecticidal Virus for Use in Greenhouses and Open Fields for the 

Control of the Beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua)

Active Ingredient*:

Spodoptera exigua multinucleopolyhedrovirus (SeMNPV) strain BV-0004 0.60%

Other Ingredients: 99.40%

Total: 100.00%

*Contains a minimum of 3.8x1012 viral occlusion bodies per liter.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

CAUTION

SEE SIDE/INSIDE PANEL FOR ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

AND FIRST AID

Net Contents: 

Lot No.:

EPA Reg. No.: 69553

EPA Est. No. 

Manufactured by: Andermatt Biocontrol AG

Stahlermatten 6

CH-6146 Grossdietwil

Switzerland
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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

Hazards To Humans and Domestic Animals

CAUTION. Causes moderate eye and skin irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or 

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

drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove and wash 

contaminated clothing before reuse.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Applicators and other handlers must wear: 

 long-sleeved shirt and long pants

 waterproof gloves

 shoes plus socks

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

instructions for washables exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and 

wash PPE separately from other laundry.

Mixers/loaders and applicators must wear a dust/mist filtering respirator 

meeting NIOSH standards of at least N-95, R-95 or P-95. Repeated 

exposures to high concentrations of microbial proteins can cause allergic 

sensitization.

Engineering Controls

When handlers use closed systems or enclosed cabs in a manner that meet 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.

IMPORTANT: When reduced PPE is worn because a closed system is being used, 

handlers must provide all PPE specified above for “applicators and other handlers” 

and have such PPE immediately available for use in an emergency, such as a spill 

or equipment breakdown.

FIRST AID

If in eyes:

 Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 

minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 

minutes, then continue rinsing.

 Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

If on skin:

 Take off contaminated clothing.

 Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.

 Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

HOT LINE NUMBER

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center 

or doctor, or going for treatment. You may also contact the National Poison 

Control Hotline at 1-800-222-1222.
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Environmental Hazards

For terrestrial uses: Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water 

is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not 

contaminate water when cleaning equipment or disposing of equipment wash 

waters or rinsate.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

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

labeling.

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

directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during 

application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the State 

or Tribal agency responsible for pesticide regulation.

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection 

Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. This Standard contains requirements for the protection 

of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries and greenhouses, and handlers 

of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, 

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

exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about personal protective 

equipment (PPE), and restricted entry intervals (REI). The requirements in this box 

only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Protection 

Standard. 

Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry 

interval (REI) of 4 hours.

PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the Worker 

Protection Standard and that involves contact with anything that has been treated, 

such as plants, soil or water, is:

• Coveralls

• Waterproof gloves

• Shoes plus socks

USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

Remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly 

and put on clean clothing. Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. 

Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash 

thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING

SPEXIT® acts very specifically against larvae of the Beet armyworm, Spodoptera 

exigua. After ingestion by the larva, the virus multiplies within the cells of the host 

insect causing a fatal infection. Rapid virus multiplication within the host cells 

results in cell destruction and death of the organism, typically within 3-7 days.

MIXING AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

SPEXIT® is compatible with most commonly used insecticides, fungicides or liquid 

fertilizers. 

It is not necessary to add feeding stimulants, surfactant/wetting agents, or other 

adjuvants, although a non-ionic or oil-based spreader/sticker and/or ultraviolet 

screening agent may be used. Silicone-based spreaders may interfere with 

adhesion of virus particles to the plant surface and should not be used with this 

product. 

Avoid tank mixes with copper products. Otherwise the active ingredient will be 

inactivated. Spraying of copper a few days before or after a SPEXIT® application 

has no adverse effect. 

Mixing Instructions:

Fill the mix tank with desired quantity of clean water. Ideal pH is between 5 and 

8.5; adjust highly alkaline (pH>8.5) or acidic (pH<5) water to a pH around 7 with a 

buffering agent before adding SPEXIT®. Shake the SPEXIT® container well, or 

invert it several times before pouring to ensure uniform suspension. Keep the tank 

agitated during mixing. If a non-ionic or oil-based spreader/sticker and/or an 

ultraviolet screening agent is used, add prior to the addition of SPEXIT®. Mixing 

time can be reduced by premixing SPEXIT® with a small amount of clean water 

and agitating vigorously before adding to the tank. Spray as soon as possible after 

mixing; do not allow the spray mix to stand overnight.

Application Methods:

SPEXIT® can be applied up to and including the day of harvest.

Start spraying before larvae hatch from the eggs and onto young instar larvae after 

hatching. If moths are still flying and laying eggs, re-apply as directed in the cropspecific table below. Due to certain weather conditions, such as lower temperatures, 

the flight, egg laying and hatching may extend over a longer period of time making 

more applications necessary. Frequent applications at low rates may be more 

effective than one or two applications at high rates. 

Use sufficient water to obtain thorough, uniform coverage. Because SPEXIT® acts 

through ingestion of treated plant material, thorough spray coverage is essential for 
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optimum control of the targeted pest insects. Using increased water volumes will 

typically result in better spray coverage, especially under adverse conditions such as 

dry hot weather or dense plant foliage. 

For chemigation applications: see “CHEMIGATION” section of this label for guidance.

For greenhouse applications: The re-application interval can be extended to 7-14 days 

because of reduced UV-radiation. In general, 2 to 3 sprays per pest generation are 

usually sufficient. However, during periods of fast plant growth make sure to cover 

young tissue with intervals of 6-8 days.

For aerial applications: Apply in a minimum of 5 gallons of spray solution per acre 

by aircraft spray equipment. Aerial applications made to dense canopies may not 

provide sufficient coverage of the lower leaves to achieve acceptable pest 

control. Under these conditions, the higher rate of SPEXIT® Insecticide specified 

in the crop-specific tables within the Directions for Use section of this label may 

be necessary for optimum pest control. If application by air during hot and dry 

conditions cannot be avoided, increase the application volume and/or use an 

anti-evaporation additive (such as an emulsifiable oil) to improve coverage.

CHEMIGATION

 CROPS

(including but not 

limited to)

APPLICATION 

RATE 

APPLICATION 

METHOD

EQUIPMENT COMMENTS 

Tomatoes; lettuce; 

cucumbers; 

peppers; sweet 

corn; broccoli, 

cauliflower,

cabbage; peas; 

beets; celery; 

onions; asparagus; 

okra; strawberries, 

melon, eggplant 

ornamentals and 

flowers

Cotton, alfalfa, 

soybeans, peanuts, 

potatoes, corn, 

wheat, rice, sweet 

potatoes, tobacco, 

sunflowers, sugar 

beets, sorghum, 

flax, grapes, beans, 

escarole, garlic, 

leek, floriculture 

and border plants

1.0 - 2.5 fl. oz. 

per acre 

Sprayer, 

Aircraft

Sprayer, 

Sprinkler 

Irrigation, Mist 

Sprayer

Repeat application every 6 -

8 sunny days (counting 2 

partially sunny days as 1 

sunny day) if monitoring 

indicates that reapplication 

is necessary.

Lower rates may be used 

every 6 sunny days during 

vegetative stages of the 

crop or when SPEXIT® is

tank mixed with other 

insecticides. 

When flowers, fruits or 

other harvested structures 

of the plant are present or 

when pest infestation is 

high, use the higher rates.

Treat over the whole larval 

hatching period of each

generation until harvest.
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Apply this product through pressurized sprinkler irrigation systems (impact or micro 

sprinklers overhead boom, solid set, lateral move, end tow, side-roll, center pivot, 

or hand move, including mist-type systems). Do not apply this product through any 

other type of irrigation system.

Crop injury or lack of effectiveness can result from non-uniform distribution of 

treated water.

If you have questions about calibration, contact State Extension Service specialists, 

equipment manufacturers or other experts.

Do not connect an irrigation system (including greenhouse systems) used for 

pesticide application to a public water system unless the pesticide label-prescribed 

safety devices for public water systems are in place.

A person knowledgeable of the chemigation system and responsible for its 

operation, or under the supervision of the responsible person, shall shut the system 

down and make necessary adjustments should the need arise.

Public water system means a system for the provision to the public of piped water 

for human consumption if such system has at least 15 service connections or 

regularly serves an average of at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of

the year.

Chemigation systems connected to public water systems must contain a functional, 

reduced-pressure zone, backflow preventer (RPZ) or the functional equivalent in 

the water supply line upstream from the point of pesticide introduction. As an option

to the RPZ, the water from the public water system should be discharged into a

reservoir tank prior to pesticide introduction. There shall be a complete physical 

break (air gap) between the flow outlet end of the fill pipe and the top or overflow 

rim of the reservoir tank of at least twice the inside diameter of the fill pipe.

The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a functional, automatic, quick-closing 

check valve to prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection.

The pesticide injection pipeline must contain 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 irrigation system is either automatically or manually shut

down.

The system must contain functional interlocking controls to automatically shut off 

the pesticide injection pump when the water pump motor stops, or in cases where 

there is no water pump, when the water pressure decreases to the point where

pesticide distribution is adversely affected.

Systems must use a metering pump, such as a positive displacement injection 

pump (e.g., diaphragm pump) effectively designed and constructed of materials 
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that are compatible with pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system 

interlock.

Do not apply when wind speed favors drift beyond the area intended for treatment.

Remove scale, pesticide residues, and other foreign matter from the chemical 

supply tank and injector system and flush with clean water before use. Failure to 

provide a clean tank, free of scale or residues may reduce effectiveness of this 

product.

Sprinkler Chemigation:

1. The system must contain a functional check valve, vacuum relief valve, and low 

pressure drain appropriately located on the irrigation pipeline to prevent water 

source contamination from backflow.

2. The pesticide injection pipeline must contain a functional, automatic, quickclosing check valve to prevent the flow of fluid back toward the injection pump.

3. The pesticide injection pipeline must also contain 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 irrigation system is either automatically or manually shut 

down.

4. The system must contain functional interlocking controls to automatically shut off 

the pesticide injection pump when the water pump motor stops.

5. The irrigation line or water pump must include a functional 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 pump, such as a positive displacement injection 

pump (i.e., diaphragm pump) effectively designed and constructed of materials that 

are compatible with pesticides and capable of being fitted with a system interlock.

7. Dilute the product in water following the label mixing directions. It may be 

premixed in a supply tank with water, fertilizer or other appropriate tank-mixed

agricultural chemicals. Agitation is necessary. Application should be continuous in 

sufficient water to apply the recommended rate evenly to the entire treated area.

8. Do not apply when wind speed favors drift beyond the area intended for 

treatment.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

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

Store this product in original sealed container in a cool, dry place inaccessible to 

children and pets. Store at temperatures below 41°F (5°C). Bioactivity may be impaired 

by storage above 86°F (30°C). Storing the product under cold or freezing temperatures 

will extend its shelf life.

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL:

To avoid wastes, use all material in this container by application according to label 

directions. If wastes cannot be avoided, offer remaining product to a waste disposal 

facility or pesticide disposal program (often such programs are run by state or local 

governments or by industry).

CONTAINER HANDLING:

Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse container (or 

equivalent) promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining 

contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain 10 seconds after the flow 

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

Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or 

disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two 

more times. Then offer for recycling if available or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary 

landfill, or by incineration. Do not burn, unless allowed by State and local ordinances.

WARRANTY

Andermatt Biocontrol AG warrants that the material contained herein conforms to the 

description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes referred to in the 

directions for use. Timing and method of application, weather, watering practices, 

nature of soil, the insect problem, condition of the crop, incompatibility with other 

chemicals not specifically recommended and other influencing factors in the use of this 

product are beyond the control of the seller. To the extent consistent with applicable 

law, buyer assumes all risks of use, storage or handling of this material not in strict 

accordance with directions given herein. To the extent consistent with applicable law, 

NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF THE FITNESS OR 

MERCHANTABILITY IS MADE.
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Sublabel B: Residential Use

SPEXIT®

Insecticidal Virus for Use in Greenhouses and Home Gardens for the 

Control of the Beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua)

FOR ORGANIC GARDENING

Active Ingredient*:

Spodoptera exigua multinucleopolyhedrovirus (SeMNPV) strain BV-0004 0.60%

Other Ingredients: 99.40%

Total: 100.00%

*Contains a minimum of 3.8x1012 viral occlusion bodies per liter.

SEE SIDE/INSIDE PANEL FOR ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

AND FIRST AID

Net Contents: 

Lot No.:

EPA Reg. No.:69553

EPA Est. No. 

Manufactured by: Andermatt Biocontrol AG

Stahlermatten 6

CH-6146 Grossdietwil

Switzerland
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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

Hazards To Humans and Domestic Animals

CAUTION. Causes moderate eye and skin irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or 

clothing. Wear waterproof gloves. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling 

and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove 

and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. When mixing and applying this 

product, wear a dust mask. Repeated exposures to high concentrations of microbial 

proteins can cause allergic sensitization.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS

To protect the environment, do not allow pesticide to enter or run off into storm drains, 

drainage ditches, gutters or surface waters. Applying this product in calm weather when 

rain is not predicted for the next 24 hours will help to ensure that wind or rain does not 

blow or wash pesticide off the treatment area. Rinsing application equipment over the 

treated area will help avoid run off to water bodies or drainage systems.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

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

labeling. 

GENERAL INFORMATION

SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING

SPEXIT® acts very specifically against larvae of Spodoptera exigua.

After ingestion by the larva, the virus multiplies within the cells of the host insect 

causing a fatal infection. Rapid virus multiplication within the host cells results in cell 

destruction and death of the organism, typically within 3-7 days.

Use Restrictions

For use only on fruits, vegetables, and flowers in residential settings. Not for use on

agricultural crops for sale or other commercial use.

FIRST AID

If in eyes:

 Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 

minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 

minutes, then continue rinsing.

 Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

If on skin:

 Take off contaminated clothing.

 Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.

 Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

HOT LINE NUMBER

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center 

or doctor, or going for treatment. You may also contact the National Poison 

Control Hotline at 1-800-222-1222 for emergency medical treatment information.
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MIXING AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Mix SPEXIT® with water and apply as a spray to crops. Use water at pH 

between 5 and 8.5.

Mix 1/2 teaspoon of SPEXIT® per 3 gallons of water and apply to all plant foliage to 

cover an area of 1000 square feet. Apply at first sign of infestation and repeat at 

weekly intervals when needed to maintain control of Spodoptera larvae in tomatoes, 

peppers, lettuce, cabbage, beans, celery, escarole, sweet corn, peas, asparagus, 

beets, cauliflower, cucumbers, broccoli, onion, garlic, strawberries, peanuts, 

potatoes, sweet potatoes, tobacco, grapes, flowers, and ornamentals. For corn, 

apply 1/4 teaspoon of SPEXIT® per 3 gallons of water on 3 day intervals for very 

sunny regions (e.g., Florida) and 1/2 teaspoon of SPEXIT® per 3 gallons of water 

every week for less sunny regions, if monitoring indicates that reapplication is 

necessary.

Start spraying before larvae hatch from the eggs and before the larvae grow bigger 

and cause more serious damage. In general, 1 to 3 sprays per generation are 

sufficient. Due to unfavorable weather conditions (e.g. cooler temperatures), the 

flight, egg laying, and hatching may extend over a longer period of time and more 

applications may be needed to cover the entire hatching period.

For greenhouse applications: the re-application interval can be extended to 7-14 

days, because of reduced UV-radiation. In general, 2 to 3 sprays per pest 

generation are usually sufficient. However, during fast plant growth make sure to 

cover young tissue with intervals of 6-8 days.

SPEXIT® can be applied up to and including the day of harvest.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

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

PESTICIDE STORAGE:

Keep in original container. Store away from direct sunlight, feed, or foodstuffs. 

Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Store at temperatures below 41°F 

(5°C). Bioactivity may be impaired by storage above 86°F (30°C). Storing the product 

under cold or freezing temperatures will extend its shelf life.

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL AND CONTAINER HANDLING:

Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill container.

If empty:

Place in trash or offer for recycling, if available.

If partly filled:

Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused 

product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
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WARRANTY

Andermatt Biocontrol AG warrants that the material contained herein conforms to 

the description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes referred to in the 

directions for use. Timing and method of application, weather, watering practices, 

nature of soil, the insect problem, condition of the crop, incompatibility with other 

chemicals not specifically recommended and other influencing factors in the use of 

this product are beyond the control of the seller. To the extent consistent with 

applicable law, buyer assumes all risks of use, storage or handling of this material 

not in strict accordance with directions given herein. To the extent consistent with 

applicable law, NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF THE 

FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY IS MADE.