EPA Registration 432‐1230

Vol.1
PROX~ 

NOT REVIEWED 

In Accord:tnce WiUl PR Notice 82.2 

Ilued on Dral\ Labeling Dated 

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For Commercial Use on Turf including Golf, Parks, and Sports Turf. 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ................................... ., .............................................. ., . ., .. ., .. ., .......... .,., .......... ., ...... ., 76.3% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI ustod no entl.ode Ja etJqueta. busque .. algulen para que se I. expJique a usted en detail •• 

(If you do not undorttand the label. find someone to explain it to you in detal!.) 

For MEDICAl. And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies QfibY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7571 

For eROpUCI USE Information Call 1-800-334-9745 

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he use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses [s covered by United State$. and foreign patenls including U.S. 

atent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by lhis label. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside th& United States. 

FIRST AID 

JF IN EYES -Hold eye open and rinse Slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. 

-Remove contact looses, if present. after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye, 

-Can a polson control center or doctor for treatment advice. -- IF SWAlLOWED: -Call a polson control Cf)ntor or doctor if'l:lmediately fOr treatment advice, 

-Have person sip a glass of water If able to swallow. 

-Do not induce vomiting unl"s told to do so by a poison control conter or doctor. 

-Do not give anything bymoulh to an unconscious person. 

IFON SKIN OR -Take off contaminated clothing, 

CLOTHING: -Rinse skin immodiat&ly wHh plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. 

-CaJ1 a polson control center or doctor for treatment advioo, 

IF INHALED: ·Move person to fresh air. 

-If person Is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably mouth· 

to-mouth if possible. 

-Call a Doison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage, No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

occurred, 

Victims of sevete overexposure, by inhalaHon, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 houl'$ for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by Ingestion, careful gastriC lavage is roquired due to the posSibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This material is an aCid, but lhe use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS •••• • • 

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Corrosive: Causes irrevenible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or abr,pr;tQ through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on cJolh[ng. Avoid contact wilh skin. 00 not Inhale vapors, as this product will irritate muc~U$ fmtnbranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ••• ••• 

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Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you wanl more 'Qpti!UU., follcm.Uw..iTlsuuctions for 

calegory A on an EPA chemical--resistance selection chart • •• • • ••• 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long panls, chGmical--resistaJ'lt"CM>fS made';f iny waterproof 

material such as polyethylene Of polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus seeks end protective eyewear. ••••• • 

Discard clothing and other absorbllnt malerials that have been drenched or heaVily contaminated with thIS pro(!j~ctCoocentrate, Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE If no such instructions lottwshable-s use 

det h • ••• ' argent and ot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry • • • .. . 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands belore eating, dllnking, ch0Vling gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users. should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside, Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing, The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before ~U$e. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change inlo cI@an 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 nol apply directly to water, or 10 areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Fedoral Law to use this product In a manner Inconslatent with its labeling. 

Do nol apply this product in a way Ihat vtiU contact workers or other persons, efther directly or through drift. Only prolected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

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

Store in original container and kOt!p lightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal 

Law. If these wastes can'not be dispOSed of by use according to label instructions, contact your stale Pesticide or environmental I Coo'ro' Ag",,'Y or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from 

I product may be dis-posed of on site or at an approvod was-te dispossl facility. 

CONTAiNER DISPOSAL 

rlnso (or equivalent). Then offer for and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or 

or if aHowed state and local 

GENERAL USE 

Proxy is a plant growth regulator that may be used to suppress the lormation of seedheads of various plants inctuding Poa annuo and 

--mite Clover and also to suppress the gro'HIh of certain cool 5e8$00 grasses. PROXY is foJiarly absorbed and is most effective on 

'W"actively growing healthy turf. For best results, apply in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. Use of a 

spreader/sticker with en application of PROXY is not necessary. PROXY is rainfast within 2 hours. 00 not aHow entry into treated 

area until PROXY has dried. For maximum performance. delay mowing until the day after applicalion. 

PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listed on the labeL 

Do nottreet turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soH conditions, drought, disease, or insect damage. 

00 not use PROXY in areas where excessive thatch has accumulated 

Do not contamlnate wo-ter used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 

Do not apply PROXY through any type of irrigation system, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will caUGe modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may resu~ .••••• 

Scalping may occur on creeping bentgrass culjjvars after more than 2 appllcatlons of Proxy for POD seedhead supplUsion. 

• ••• Proxy has been used successfully on many bentgrass cuttivars. Tolerance testing should be done on new CtlttiVltr$J1efOre extensive 

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

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Test tank mixes with other prodUcts on a small area before using widely. • •••• 

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IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE. ••••• • 

•••• 00 NOT MIX PROXY WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORW\,TJ€lN OF TOXIC 

FUMES 

DO NOT EXCEED A MAXIMUM OF 30 OZ OF PROXY PER 1000 SQ. FT PER YEAR. • ••• 

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EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain paints. and metals be<:ause of the acidic nature 01 this 

product 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acryHc~plastlc materials and painted surfaces wfth a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits. 

TURF 

Seedhead Suppression: Follar application of Proxy will provide suppression of PoQ annulJ and white clover seedheads. Make 

the Initial application prior 10 Ihe emergence of new seedheads. A period of 2·3 weeks after application Is required for maximum 

perfonnance. Repeat applications may be made to predomlnalely Poa annua or white clover sites as needed, but not less than two 

weeks after Ihe previous appHcation. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

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APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Pea anrut_ !n!1 ~h!t! Clover Golf course turf including Greens, 5 n. oz.f1000 ft2 

!etdhud Suppru.lon: Tees, Fatrways, and Roughs 

1 Q...2.0 gaVtOOO ft2 

Commerclal Turfgrasses 

Reapplication inletval: 2 weeks or including Bentgrass, Kentucky 

grealer for all labeled grasses Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegmss, 

Tall & Fine Fescue, and 

8ermudagr8ss 

Tank Mipure with Prlm9 MAXX; Tank mixtures of Proxy at 5 ozl1000 sq. ft. and Primo MAXX at 0,125 or 0.25 ozI1000 sq. 

ft. can be used to promote seedhead suppression as wcil as turfgmss quality. Multiple applicalions of the tank mix 

combinalion may be needed. The number of applications must nol exceed rectlmmendalions for ratO$ or limings for eilher 

product applied once. Follow the recommendation on each product label for the mosl reslrictive application interval for each 

turfgr8ss. Appflcation of th'IS tank mixture during frost periods may cause lemporary turf discoloration, 

Growth Suppression: An applicalion of PROXY® slom the growth of lurfgrasses, Ihus reducing the required frequency of 

mowing and the volUme of clIppings collected. For best turfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air lemperatures are 

65"F and risIng. Proxy should only be applied once lurfgrass mowing helghls have been eslablished for Ihe season. Avoid multiple 

applications of Proxy in areas wnere excessive thatch has accumulaled. 

APPLICATION SITES 

Iu!10[1!I Growth R!9ulatfon Goll course turf inclUding Greens, 

Tees, Fairways, and RoughS 

Reapplication inteNnls: Commercial TurfgrassC$ 

Including Bentgrass, Kentucky 

• Kentucky Bluegr8s5-1 weeks Bluegrass, P(!rennlal Ryegrass, 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 weeks Tall & Fine Fescue 

• TalllFlne Fescue.4 weeks 

• Bentgrass-4 weeks 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

Read lho entire Directions for Use, CondiUom, D~ of Warranties and limitations of liability before! USing thls product Illerms am not acctiptable, 

return tho unopened producl W'Ita!ner at once. 

By UGlng lhis product, user or buyer accepts the folk7Ning condltlorn;. warranty, and ditelaimer 01 warranties and lIrnitaliooG of liebiIity. 

CONDITIONS: The cil«!cUont for uoo of thi5 product are beIievod Ie be adeqUate and shoUld be followed ca~uIIy, However, because 01 extmne 

weather and $01/ condittons, manner of UtIe and other !actors beyond Bay« Envil'OtVl'lOflbJl SciMce'$ conttol, it It; JrnpoasibIe: lor Bayer EtMrontnernal 

Science to efiminale all risks associated with the uoe of this product. As II rosuII, crop InjufyorlooffllCI~ 15 always posslble. All sUCh risks $hail be 

al!SUl'nOd bylhe U&et Of buyer, 

DISClAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ml THIS IJ"BEL No \lQC!Ilt of Bayu 

EnvIrOnmental Science is ~ to make &ffj WilmIntle$ beyond those contalned hemn or to modlly the warranties cont:aln$d herein. Bayer 

Environmental Science dioolailT!$ any liability w/lIIlsoe'Yer for incidenlaj or consequential damages, including, but no! limited to, liabllfty ariaing out of 

brcucll of controct, express or impIif!d warranty (itIctt.kUng W3I'Tlltltie$ of merchantability and mnees for II partJc.ultlr purpose), lort, negligence, stricIliIbIIlty 

or o{nerv.iso. 

UMITAl10NS OF UABtUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES. INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of the Sayer Group 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESnODES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Bayer Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, New ~ersey 07645 

Subject: Proxy® Growth Regulator 

EPA Registration Number 432-1230 

Your label amendment application dated January 18, 2005 

Dear Mr. Gorrell, 

The labeling referred to above, submitted in connection with 

registl.'ation under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act, as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. Submit one copy of your final printed 

labeling before you release the product for shipment, 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager {22, 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

Label stamped "ACCEPTED" 

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lABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

PROXY Growth Regulator 

Label Amendment: 

Use directions revised (all changes highlighted in yellow) . 

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OTHER INGREDIENTS; ................................................................................................................................ 78.3% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no entiende la etlqueta. busque a algulen para que" la explique a usted en detalle, 

(If you do not underHand Ihe label, find someone to explain ft to you in detail.) 

For MEQICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies QttbY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800--334-1517 

For PRODUCT use Information Call1.aDO..334-9146 

~e use of Ihis product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses IS covered by United states and foreign patents including U,S. 

_alent 4,240,819. No license IS granted to use this product in countries other Ihan the United Stales or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside the United states. 

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contact 100500, i then continue rinsing eye. 

-Have person 

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of water if able to 

unless told to do so poison control center or doctor. 

wilh I of water for 15-20 minutes. 

call 911 or ambulance, and then give artlficJal respiration preferably mouthI I damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress In the patiMt. Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by Inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours tor delayed onset of 

I In a victim of overexposure lavage is required due to the of stomach or , I 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggtes when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on clothing, Avoid contact 'Nith skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this pJOduct are listed below If you want more options, lollow the instructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical~resistance selection chaIt 

APPlicators and other handlers must wear Iong-sJ.HVed shirts and long pants, chemical-rG$istant gloves made of any waterproof 

material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eycmear. 

Discard Clothing and other absolbent materials that have boon drenched or hea'lUy col\taminatlX! with this product cOf'lcontJate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/mainlaining PPE. If no such instructrons for washables, use 

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

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands befofe eating, drinking. chewlng gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should ramoYO clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

U$Cf$ should remOYe PPE immediately alter handling this product. As soon as pOSSible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertIdal areas below lhe mean high water mark. Do 

not contaminate waler when disposing of equipment WlIshwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

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

Do nol apply this prOdUct in a way that will contact workers or other peJ$ons, either diroctly or through d rift, OnlY protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your Stale or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product 

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Do not conlaminate waler, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

STORAGE 

Store in original container and keep tighlly closed_ Store in a cool dry place. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous, Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of I 

law. If Ihese wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label inslructions, conlact your State Pesiickie or environmental 

Control Agency or Ihe Hazardous Waste representative allho nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance, Wastes resulting from the 

use of this product may be disposed of on sile or .111 an approved was1e disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

rinse (or equlvalenl), Then offer for or r~nditioning or puncture and dispose 01 in a sanitary landfill or 

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GENERAl. UIIE 

ProXY iJ ft., plant growth regulator tbari may be u~ ,to ~up-pte5f the formation of ~t,eads of various plants, including Poe annua and 

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~==8PPI~OrPROxY~~iy. PROXY"[.mfn/t$t=~~owenbyl""'I_ .... ' iliiU1 PROXY'* _. For """"mum ~ delay mowing unll! iii. dayaftorappr.cation. 

PRECAUTjONS NjD RESTlUCTlONS 

Do not use 1m product tor purposes other than ,those-j~ Of) the label, 

00 not treat turfgrass with poor root systoms or ~ under: stress: dU$ to poor-soil oondHions, drought. disease, or insect damage. 

00 not I.IH PROXY in areas where exceutve thatd'! has- 8OQlimuJated. 

00 not contaminate water used for irrigation or d~ purposes, 

00 not apply PROXY thrOUgh any type of inigaUoh s)rSt«n. 

AvoJd sPray dnft 10 nearby crops, as this pnXfiklf\Wll cause rnodffication$ in plant growth. Pfant injury may result. 

Sc8lPlnQ miy occur on -cteeplng benlgrass cuttivart atter more than 2 -appIfcatioos- of Proxy for Poe seedhead supprenton, 

Proxy has been u&ed succenfuUy on many bentQra$s euttivars. Totemneetestfng $hOU1d be done M'mNI ciJJtivars. before- extet'lsNe 

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Mix only.the amount of.spray you exp«:t to use each day. 00 not allOW mixed $Olution to stand owmtght 

00 ooUwfforspray,soIutfon$. 

Test tank fl'Iix8s- wttn other products on a tmait area before usfng VtideIy. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPIlLS WITH PLE/iIY OF WATER AS PROxvO IS CORROSiVE. 

00: NOT MIX PROXY WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. :-SUCH TANK MIXllJRES MAV RESULT IN fORMATtON OF Toxtc 

FUMES 

DO HOTEXCEED A MAXIMUM OF 30 OZ OF PROXY PER 1000 SQ. FT PER YEAR. 

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EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

P~ed exposure to spray deposits wi" damage acrylic plastics. certain paints', and metals because oflhe acidic nature of thls 

PfO!IUCt. 

Rinse thoroughly an exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits, 

TURF 

APPUCAnON SITI!S RATE SPRAYVOUlME 

PO. ::'imnuiI' ,arid: ,'Wblta Clovor 

s:tcidhUd SUppiieUion: 

GoIffurfhJclu<ling count:e _ Gn!ens • 

T_, 1'aliWaYs, and Roughs 5fl, ozJl000 n2 1,Q.2,OIl'lVl000n2 

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R!"IPplloation Int_: 2 -. Of ~clu<!f11g~=~. gr-.rfOfaU Jabefod gratHS T~FUoue, and Berm ".'. 

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IurfqraH Grpwlb Btou1auon GoIf~turfl~ Greens. 

Toosi,FabW8ys; and,Roughs 5 fl, ozJl000 n2 1 ,{)"2.0 9all1ooo tt2 

ReapplicatiOn 'intervals: ConJ~T~~ 

• Kentucky S1uegr .... 1 weeks Int!u<!f11g~R .u,:. ~;""", yeg , 

• Perennial Ryegran-7weob raU &' FlneFescue 

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IMPORTANT: REAO BEFORE USE 

RNd !he entIte DIrocUons for u.., ConcIitiono, Qi§clil!mor ofWarrantJes and lirnltations of liability befOtl! umg lhis prodocI, If loons II«! not aGceptabIe, 

rW.rm the unopened product COI'ltIirn!f at onoo. 

By using this pmduct, user or btJys' aeccpIs the following condlIions, wammty, and diSClaimer of warranties and limitations of liability. 

CONDITtONS: The dIfoeUOno lOf ... of this product are belieVed 10 be adequate and $hook! be follovl&d earoMly. HQWtIWl', because of mdrome 

weathaf and soli condIIloos, mannef of UM and oIh« facfof$ beyond Bayer EIWitoomMtaJ SclMce'lj: conIroI, it Is \mpo$$ibIe for Bayer EnvirMmontai 

Science to elIminate all ri&k& associGted WIth lhe use of1his producl. As a result, crop injury Of ineffectiveness Is alWays posuibIe. AI SUCh risQ shall be 

assumed by !tie U&et or buyer. 

mSClAlMER Of WARRANTIES; THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPlIEO, OF MERCHANTABiliTY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYONO THE STATEMENTS MAOE ON THIS LABEL No agoot of Bay1!r 

En'ilronmental Sci«lce Is authorized 10 make any W8fI'lUlUM; beyond those cootain&d herein Of to modify !he W8JT1Inties contained herein. Bayer 

EnvIronmental Science dhlclalm$ any Iiobi!IIy ~ for incidental or conaequenUal datrIageG, including, but not timlted 10, RabiIiIy arls!ng out of 

breech 01 contracl, eJq:IfeSS Of implied warranty (mcIuding warranties of merchantability and fltnoos tor a partlcuIar ptIfpOGCt), tort, negIigM:;e. atnct Iiabt!lty 

Of othOfwise. 

LIMITATiONS Of UAmUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR OAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE. STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO. OR AT BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. e CBayerAG.2002 

Net Contents: 

Bayer- Environmttnlal Science 

95 Chestnut RIdge Rd. 

Montvale. NJ 07645 

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JonuOlY 18, 2005 

MI. Dennis McNeilly (PM22J 

U,S. Erwionmentol Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs (H7504Cj 

Regisfrollon Division (750.tC) 

Oocumenl Processing Desk (AMEND) 

Room 266A 

1801 Sell Slreet 

Arlington, VA 22202 

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RE: Proxy lobel Amendmenf: Revised fhe Use Direclions Section 

Deor Mr. McNeilly: 

Bayer Environmental Science is submH-ling Ihe Proxy amended lobel. The new 

labellexl is highlighted for your convinonce. 

The following documents are enclosed with Ihis letter: 

Application form 8570-1 

5 copies of Ihe revised label 

If you have onyqueslions, contacl me 01 (201 J 307-3376 or 

mike.gorre!l@boyorcropscience.com. 

SincerelY, 

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Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager. Regisfrations 

Cc: Joe ConH 

Ben dcora 

Don Myers 

Bayer Envkonm<tntal 

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95 CMst/ll.lt Ridpo Road 

MontvaloJ, NJ 07645 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

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Label Amendment: 

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PROX~ 1~::JeJ t'~W\ "o~I>," 1:.1': 1-1 

For Commercial Use on Tuifincluding Golf. Parks, and Sports Tu~. " .... • ••• •••• • •• Not For Residential Use. :: : • , • : .:.. •• 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2·chloroethyl)phosphonic acidl' ......................... ~ .•. : ..• ; •..... ~ ••..• ~ •...... ~ .• 2n% 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

"Contains 2 pounds etheptlOn per gaHon. 

EPA Reg. No. 432·1230 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

81 uate<t no entiende la etiqueta. busque a a\gulen para que eo la expBque a uated en detalle. 

(if you do not understand the labe!, find .omeone to explain H to you In ckrtall.) 

For MEPICAL And IRANSPORIATJON Emergencies Q.W,.t Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-75n 

For PRODUCI USE Information call1.a0G-334..e745 

&he use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patOflts induding U.S. 

WI.tent 4,240.819. No license is granted 10 use this product in countri$$ other than the United States or for any USf! not contemplated 

by this label. UabUity for patent mfringement may r85uR from us. Of salo of this product outside the United States. 

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ClOnfING: 

FIRST AID 

thOfl continue rinsing eye. 

control center or doctor. 

t5-2O minule$. 

·If person is not breathing, call 9 t1 or ambulan<:e, and thOfl grve artificial respiration preferably mouth· 

to-mouth if POSSible. 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No speclfic antidote Is available. AU treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patlenl Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhnlntion, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of . careful required II of stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes Irreversjble eye damage. Wear Stlfety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed Ihrough skin. 

00 not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid conlact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product willirritale mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials thai are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical·reslstance selection chart. 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long·$looved shirts and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof 

material such as polyethylOflC or polyvmyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. 

Discard clothing and other absorboot materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cteaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use 

detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry_ 

Ccw-1'~ecI_ --r-o The- '1/[(103 "ACC\s'?,Eb vV,tt", tliMMElJTsf7l".b-d. __________ ..\3 
User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should rem0lJ8 dothlng immediately if pesticide gets Inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should bewsshed before reuso. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is preseni or to intettidal areas below fhe mean high water mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment W8shWaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

H 'S a violation of Federal Law to us. thl, product In II mann$' [neon.latent with ItIs labeling, 

Do not apply this product In a way that win contact workers or other persons, efther directly or through drift Only protected handlers 

may be In the area during application. For any requIrements specific to your State or Tribe, consun the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire la~ before using this product 

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00 not contaminate water, lood, or feed by storage and disposal. 

STORAGE 

Store in original container and keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes. are acutely hazardous. Improper diS~QI of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate Is a ViOIa1rrOO~";:O~f, ;:.:::1 law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by 'use according to labo! Instructions, contact your State Pesticlde or 81 

Control Agency or the Hazardous Waste represootative at the neerest EPA Regional Office for gUidanc&. Wastes r&sunlng from 

use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

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Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after ttxpo$ur6 

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ft. can be UHd to promote seedhOGd supf)l'ehlon as waft as turfgrass quaJity. Multiple appUcations of the tank mix 

combination may be needed. The number of applications must not exceed recornmendaUons for rates or timIngs for either 

product applied once. Follow the recommendation on each product labef 10r the most restrIc:tive application InteNal for each 

turfgrus. Appficatfon of this tank mixtufG during trott periods may C8UM temporary turf diaeoionttfon.-. '-U...J 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEfORE USE 

Read the entire DlrecUoos for Uae, concWons, 0I9claimer otWIVTltf\tie$ rmd UmiI.atlons of l.labiIity before U$lng \his. product. If tcnTIG are not acceptabIo, 

return \he unopetled product contafnef' at once. 

By using Ihia product, user Of ~ lICC4Iflba thtI: foik:Mtng conditions, wamsnty, and dis.cIairn« of watr.lI'ltiti;. 30d IImibItions of IlabWly. 

CONDI11ONS: The directlona for taO of this product are believed 10 bu adequate and ahouId be followed carefully, 1-IOwover, beoauao of fIldren'\Q; 

weather and soil conditione, manner of uae and othet' facto($ beyond Boyor EnvItoomentaf Science's oootn:ll, it 1$ Imposslble for Bayer ErMrnnmental 

ScIenee to eimlnata aI rIska ISSOCIoted WlIh the use of this product. All a re&Ul, crop Injury or ineffectivftnoea is always po&&ibIe. All eueh tIsk$ ahaII be 

aeaun')6d by the user or boy6r. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCfiANTABIUTI OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No agem of Bayer 

EtMronmentaI Sclenoe 1& NtOO.t:ed fo make atrj warranties beyond those contained hoteIn or to modify !he warranUoe. contained henrin. Bayer 

Environmental ScIence disclaims any IIabilRy ~ for IncIdenIaI or consequentiaf damages, inducfing, but not imIted 10, IIabiIlty at1$Ing out of 

breach of cootract. ~or 1mpIi6d warranty (inclUdIng wermntIes of merehanIabiIIty and fitnelIs f«. partlcuIar purpose). tort, negliQInCe, strict liability "'_. 

UMITAllONS OF UA8IUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND AU lOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY. TORT, NEGUGENCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID. OR AT BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCieNCE'S ELECTION, 

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IQBIrj'ef AG, 2002 

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B.yer Environmental Science 

•• C_ut Rkfgo Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07845 

PROXY is a registered trademarir. of the Bayer Group 

PRO""," Amond ""'l"""""'" ,.,..". ~~tci TN?"" 

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WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

January 31,2005 

RICHARD M. GORRELL 

BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

A BUSINESS GROUP OF BAYER CROPSCIENCE L1' 

95 CHESTNUT RIDGE ROAD 

MONTVALE, NJ 07645 

PRODUCT NAME: PROXY GROWTH REGULATOR 

COMPANY NAME: BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

EPAFILESYMBOL: 432·1230 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 01121/05 

SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF AMENDMENT 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION. PESTICIDES AND 

TO>'1C SIJHSTANCFS 

The Office of Pesticide Progmll1s ha<; received your application for an amendment and it 

has passed an administralivc screen for completeness. 

During the initial screen we dctennincd that the application appears to quality for fast 

track review. 'The package will now be forwarded to the Product Manager for review to 

determine its acceptability for fast track status . 

!fyou have any questions, please contact Registration Division, Risk Management Team 

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Front End Proccssing Staff 

Inlormation Services Branch 

Information Resources and Services Division 

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Mr. Dennis McNeilly (PM22) 

US .. Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504q 

RL'gi~trntion Division (7504C} 

Document Processing Dc:s.k (AMEND) 

Room 26M 

1921 Jefferson Oa\'is Hwy 

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RE; proxy~inal Print Label a~ pedEPA letter dated September 11, 2003 " . Dear Mr. McNeilly 

Bayer Environmental Scief\{e j~ submitting the Proxy Final Print label. The label Ic);.t revision as 

directed in your letter of September 11, 2003 is highlighted for your (onvinencc. 

The following documents arc- enclosed with this letter: 

Application Fonn 8570·1 

1 copy of the revj~d label 

If you have any questions, conlact me at (21S} 757-31 US or mikc,gorreli@baj'cn::ropstiCllt<:'.(om. 

Sincerely, 

;Ill ft );gy!{'()! 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Manager, Reghtratiorl'> 

(c: joe Conti 

Jim Felter 

George Raymond 

Tonia Kirkham 

EdieMooney 

Bayllt EnyjrOlllTlllntal 

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56 Ch.strlUt Ridge R04Id 

Montvale, NJ 07845 

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laoofil'l9 or the confidential ,tawnent of formula of this product r undeBtand thai it is;ll violation of 18 U.S.C. sec. 100 f to wiltfully make BI'l)' false !)!.alemant 

to EPA I furthorundermnd that if this noUflc3tioo 15 not consI&tonl with the terms of PR NoIlce 98·10 and 40 CFR 152.46, this p:oolJCt may be In violatloo of 

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DANGER PELIGRO 

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Si usted no entiende ta etlqueta. busque III algulen para que so 18 expUque II usted en detalle. 

(II you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you in dotal!.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORT ATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

For PROPUCT USE Information Ca!l1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S, 

• Patent 4,240,819, No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United Stales or for any use not contemplated 

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FIRST AID 

IIF IN EYES -Hold eye open and rlnse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes, 

-Remove contact lenses, If present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. 

i -Call a poison control center or doctor lor treatment advice. "'_. tF SWALLOWED: -Call a poison control center or doctor immediatelY for treatment advice 

-Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. 

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-Do not indu~~~n;:~ng untess told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. 

-Do not Dive an in bv mouth to an unconscious cerson. ~ 

IF ON SKtN OR -Take off conlaminated clothing 

CLOTHING: -Rinse skin immediat&ly with plenty of water for t5-20 minutes. , 

·Call a noison control center or doctor lor treatment advice, ; 

IIF INHALED; ! -Move person to fresh air. 

i ·If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance. and then give artificial respiration preferably mouthto-mouth if possible 

-Call a oison control ~nter or doctor for further treatment advice. 

~,~'~ ______________________________ ~N~O~T~E~T~O~P~H~Y~SI~C~IAN~ ______________________________ ~ 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient Overexposure to malerials other than this product may have 

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pulmonary edema !n a vl~im 01 over~posur~ by ingestion, careful ~astric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or J ~!,:()phageal petfo!!!lon. ThiS matenal IS an aCId, but the use of alkaline substances to neutraliZe it !!"contraindlcateE" •.~ _______ _ 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin_ 

00 not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid conlact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product Will irnlate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the inslructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical-r&sistance selection chart 

Applicators and olher handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof 

material such as pOlyethylene or polyvmyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyeotlear 

Discard clothing and other absorbent matenal!!; that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with thiS product concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions fer cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use 

detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately Irom other laundry, 

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Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should remove clothing immediately If pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thorptJ,ghly and ctlftggO into cl~8f! ctotJ:Jng. Tho 

contaminated clothing should be washed before roose. • .: ••• :.: • :: •• 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handJJng this product. ft:s soon as possib"'~ wash thcWetfghly :and ct.tn9'e. mlo clean 

clothIng. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly \0 water, or to areas where surface waler is present or to Intertidal areas below the mean high water mark.. Do 

nol contaminate water when disposing of eqUipment washwalers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It \s a violatIon of Federal Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with !t.labellng, 

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 stale or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

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

STORAGE 

Store in original container and keep lightly closed. store in a cool dry place. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess p86tidde, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal 

Law. If these wastes cannot be dispoSed of by use according to label Inatruetfotts. -contact your State Pesticide or envIronmental 

Control Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the M"arest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from the 

use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approvedwasle disposal facility . 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equlvale.nt). Then offer for recYCling or recondltloning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by 

incineration or if allowed bv state and local authorttles, by burning. If bumed, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

FOI local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Bayer Environmental SCience Representative for his experience with this product in your area . 

Apply only to active/y growing lurf, under favorable growing condiflons, that is not gOing into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insecl damage. 

Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive Ihatch has accumulated. 

Do nol contaminate water used for Irrigation or domestic purposes. 

Do not apply PROXV® through any type of iJrigalion system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as fhis product will cause modifications in plant growth Plant Injury may result. 

Do nOI use this product for purposes other than those listed on Ihe label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label 

DO NOT MIX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES, 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day, Do not allow mixed $olution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXV®wrth additives other Ihan recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray eqUipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE. 

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Because o'f the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage ~1C:plas'c~ certain paints, and 

metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic malerials and paintod surfaces with a deterge,pt and water flilhj,n one ho~r alt" exposure 

to spray deposits : : • • : : • • :: •• 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY«! slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of dip pings collected. For best turfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 6S"F and 

rising, Applications whan lower temperatures occur may result in poor performance for clipping reductions, Proxy should only be 

applied once turfgras$ mOwing heights have been establJshed for the season. Avoid Proxy use In areas where &>:cessive thatch has 

accumulated, For best results, avoid nitrogen fertiliZation within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. Po, annu, §oedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate i5 n. oz.l1000 If) will 

provide suppression of Pas annUB and white clover seedheads, Mow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals speclfied in the chart for the desired turfgrass, Repeat applications to predominately Poa Bnnus or 

White Clover sites may be made at a 8-7 week IDteNal. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPUCATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Tyrfgru! Growth Regulatlon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fI, 02./1000 ft2 0.5-4.0 gals/1000 ft2 

and ~ Inn" aru! ~blte Commerciat Turfgrasses: such as 

CtOVtfSudh!Uld $upprusion: Bentgrass, KentUCky Bluegrass, 

Apply to actively growing turf, I! Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7-tO days fo, Fescue 

PROXV® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wlcs. 

• P&rennial Ryegrass.7 wks. 

• TalUFine Fescu&-4 wks. 

• Bentorass--4 wks. 

Tank Mixture with Primo MAXX-: 

Tank mixtures of PfOXY at 5 oz/1000 sq. ft and Primo MAXX at 0.125 or 0.25 ozf1000 sq, ft. can be used to promote 

seedhead suppression as well as turfgrass quality, Multiple appllcations of the tank mix combination may be needed . 

The number of applications must not exceed recommendations for rates or timings for either product applied once. 

Follow the recommendation on each product label for fhe most resfrictive application interval for each turfgrass. 

Use Limltatjons: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried, 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide- uniform coverage. Proxy® is follarly absorbed. 

A maximum of 6 applications per season allOWed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage, 

Use of spreaders/stickers wrth PROXye is not necessary, 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray depOSits will damage acrylic plastics, certajn paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray depOSits, 

Test tank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely 

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Reed the entire Olrru:Hona for Use, Conditions, Ols<:laimef ofWarttlruiOO and Uml!ations of Uab11lly berlf. llslng thI$ pttdua.lfterms are nQl:N~blo, 

return the unoponod produel cootalOOf at once_ • • • • •• • • • • • • •• ••• • 

8'1' U$lng fhio. product, U&fH or buyer acwpts lhe rolklWing conditions, warrnnty. and diaclaimer ofwarra~iU and ijm~DitOns o'li:bilny.: : • : 

CONDITIONS: The directioos for use of Ihis product are beIMwed to be adequate and should be ·f~ caletJ~.· How6ver, ~aU$e· Of extreme 

weather arid soil eondltiom:, manner of use arrd other factom beyond Bayer E~I Sclence's control. ill$ impo6sIbIe for Beyer Erwironmeotal 

Scit!oca to eIiminaIe all risks assocl9ted with the use of !his product As a fewll. crop iniutY or ineffectivenet;s Is always possible: All such riaks. shaH beassume<! by the llstr 01' buyw. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPUED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No agenl of S#yor 

Environmental Science Is authOriZed 10 make any warnmties beyOnd thOse contained herein or 10 modlfY lhe W3rraMill$ conIlIined herein. Bayer 

En'llronmental St-Ience disclaims any liability wtmtSOf!vt!1 for IneWental or ~I damaQe&, including, but not limited 10, liabillty ari&ing oul of 

broach of contracl, exprO$S or impIJoo warn.'mty (Including w.urantle!I of merehal'ltabi!ity and ntMSS ror a porlicular purpoee), tort, negligence, strict liability 

or othelWi$e, 

LIMITATIONS Of LIABILITY THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGUGI:NCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWiSE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

{;)Bayor AG, 2002 

Net Contents: 

Bayer Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd, 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of the Bayer Grollp 

PRO.xv®FinclPrinl9-t8-03 

NOT REVIEWED 

In Accordance wid] PR Notice 82-2 

Based on Draft Labeling Dated 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Bayer Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

Subject: ProxY-®Growth Regulator 

OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

EPA Registration Number 432-1230 

Your label amendment application dated June 4, )'003 

Dear Mr. Gorrell, 

The amended labeling referred to above, submitted in con~ 

neetion with registration under the Federal Insecticide. ~ungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), as amended is acceptable, 

provided that you comply with the following conditions. 

1. Make the following change to the label, 

The cnird and fourth sentences in the "PESTICIDE DISPoSAL n 

subsection of the IISTORAGE AND DISPOSAL" section must be combined 

by making the following change: modify" ... label instructions. 

Contact your ... " to " ... label instructions, contact your ... ". 

2. Submit one copy of your final printed labeling before you 

release the product for shipment . 

If these conditions a!:e not complied with, the regist.n, .. tion 

may be subject to cancellation in accordance with FIE"RA sectlon 

6(e). Your release for shipment of the product bearing the 

amended labeling constitutes acceptance of these conditions. 

If you have any questions about: this letter, please contact 

John Ba2uin at (703)305-7381. 

Attachment: 

Sincerely yours, 

Is) 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

P"!;oduct Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Regiscration Division (7505C} 

Label stamped "ACCEPTED with COMMENTS" 

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lABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

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, PROXY Growth Regulator 

General label revisions: 

Added Section "Tank Mixture with: Primo MAXX" (highlighted 

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( For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

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OTHER INGREDIENTS: ................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

"Contains 2 pounds ethepl!on per gallon. 

EPA Rag. No. 432-1230 EPA &I. No. 264-PA-Ol 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

81 uated no enUende I. ettqueta. busque a algukln pan que ae I. expUquo a ullted en detalle. 

ttf you do not undefatand thal.beI, ftnd aomoono to explain It to you In detaIl.) 

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control center or doctor. 

15-20 minutes. 

I r.IF1K~~~-------r~~~~~~~~ ' cell 91 t or ambulance, and then givt artfficial respiration preferably mouth~ 

mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is aViilable. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress In the patient Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

occurred. 

Vlctlms of severe overexposure, by inhalation, 

edema. 

I be kept under I ob$efVation for up to 72 hours 

Is required duo to 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

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Cotrotive: Causes Irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles 'Mlen handling. Harmful If swallowed or abso?ffed through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact WIth skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product willlttif.)nucoul rrfembranO$. 

• • •••• PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) •••••• • ••••• 

SOme materials that are chemical-resistant to thi, product are listed below. If you want more opti;rrs: ·foIlOW.tM~~$truction$ for 

category A on an EPA chemicakeslstanco selection chart. ..:.. • ••• 

••••• • AppUCltofS and other handlers must wear loogoo$leeved shirts and long pants, chernlcal-reslstant gloves made pl/lllY waterproof 

.natenal such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. • ••••• 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated With this prodUct C?nrmtrete.. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturers Instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such Instructions Tor.washables, use 

detergent end hot weter. Keep and wash PPE separatdy from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendalions 

UHf'S should wash hands before eating, drinking, Chewing gum, using tobacco or usIng the toilet 

jSGfS, should remove ¢Iothlng Immediately if pesticide gets insIde. Than wash body thoroughly and change into cleon clothing. The 

contaminated ctothlng should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE Immediately after handling this product A!t. soon as poulble, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outsIde of glove8 before remOVing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water Is present or to intertidal areas below the meen high water mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal Law to u .. thhl product In a manner Incon,11rtent wHh itt; labelIng. 

Do not apply this prO<fuct: In a way that will contact workers or other persons, eIther directly or through drift Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pMtlclde regulation.. Read entiM label before using this product. 

AND 

not contaminate water, food, or fftd by storage and dlsposa1. 

STORAGE 

store In origInal container and keep tightly closed. Store In a 0001 dry place. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticlde wastH are aeutety hatardOus. ImpropOf disposel of excess pastlcide, spray mixture, or rinsate Is a viOlatlIOo~n\,~o~f,::::::1 Law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by us. 8CCOfding to labet Instructions. Contacl: your State pestlckie or e.1 

Control Agency or the Hazardous Wafle represelltttiVe at the nearest EPA Reglon.1 Office for guidance. Waste6 resuftlng from 

us. of this product may be dIsposed of on site or at an approved waste dlsposel faCility. 

(. CONTAINER mSPOSAL 

1 Then offer for or reconditioning or puncture end dispose of in a $Unitary landfill or 

GENERAl. PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For i-ocal recommendations on rates, spray Yolumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Bayer Environmental Science Rapresentatlve for his experience wf!:h this pro<iuct In your area. 

\.AAoply only to ectiwfy growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treet 

WtUrfgrass'Nith poor root systems or growing und6l' stress due to poor soil condftlons, drought, and disease or Insect demage. 

AYOid Proxy use In areas where GXces$lve thatch hl$ acctJmulated. 

00 not contaminate water used for irrIgation or domestic purpos&$. 

Do not apply PROXy411 through any type of Irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this prO<fuct will cause modifk:8tions In plant growth. Plant injury may roault. 

Do not use thIS product tor purposes other then those I~ed on the lobet 

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DO NOT MIX PRoxv8 WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FOR~~OtJ OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

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Mix only the amount Of spray you exp«;t to use each day, Do not allow mixed solution to stand oye.,ig~t.: •••• 

Do not use PROXt4 with additlve$ other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equIpment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ~Y SPIUS WITH PLENlY OF WATER AS PRoxv8 IS CORROSIVE. 

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Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastkls, certain palnm, and 

metals. 

RinlO thoroughly all exposed acl'yllc-plllstlc materials and painted surfaOO$ with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

.0 spray deposits. 

TURF 

Gmwtb RtgulaSor; An application of PROXy4D slows tho growth of turfgra$$$$ thus reducing tho required frequency of mowing and 

tho volume of clippings eoI~. For best turfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65"1= and 

rising. Applications wtlen lower temperat\Jres oceur l'My resutt in poor p$f'formanoe for clipping reductions. proxy shOok:! only be 

applied 0008 turfgran mewing heights have been established for the Hason. Avoid Proxy use In areal where excessive thatch has 

accumulated. For belt results, avokt nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. 

PoIIOOUI Stedhetd SUpprMlJoni FoUar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled I1Ito (5 n. ozJ1000 tr) will 

provide suppreulon of Poa annu. and 'Nhlte clover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeb for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgral'. Repeat applications to predomlnattfy Poe annuIJ or 

White Clover sites may be made at 8 6-7 week interval. FOllow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPUCA110N SITes RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

• Itufg,.... Growth Rtgulttlon Fairways, RoughS and 5 fl. 0:.11000 n2 0.5-4.0 9alsJ1ooo n2 

IDd 

-...... .~ iYlliII Commercial TurfgraSSft: such as 

ClO'ltt Sttdhud Suppreulgn; BentgraUi, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Apply to actlvety growing turf. ~ Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7·10 days for Fescue 

PROx¥" to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegra8$-7 wks. 

• Ta'lIFine Foscu&-4 wks. 

• Benlo",,,,", _ 

Un Llmitltiona: 

00 not allow entry to treated areas untii sprays have dried. 

• For best results, apply WIth Sprtli)'ti in sufficient VOlume of water to provide uniform covefage. Proxye Is foUarly absorbed. 

A maximum of 6 applications per season allowed. 

Apply only to actively growfng turf. under favorable growing: conditions, that Is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stron due to poor soli conditions, drought, and disease or 1014'1 damage. 

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Rinse thoroughly all expoa.ed aeryfic plestic materials and painted surfaces 'N/th a detergent anqwepr:Mthln oneohour after 

exposure to spray deposits. • • • ••• 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEfORE USE 

Rood tho entire Olttld.lons for USe, CondIlons, Dl8cI8lrMf OfWarrantles and l.Imltatlona or UebIIIty btfora utlng this produclltl«ma are not~, 

~ the unopened prodUct COI"If8Inet III once. 

By ueIng tN& prockIct, U$II" or ~ ~ tt.a fOIkM!ing conditions, wtIITanty. &Od tIItdaIrnet Of ~ and IIrnItations of fiabiIlty. 

CONDmONS: Tho dhc::tIolIIJ for UIIt of thio prodUct ... beIovecI to be adeqUate «1CI1IhouId be I'oIfotMtd CIfaftIIIy. Ha.wver. b«auM of G1dJemft 

weather and soli conditions, manner of UGe and other factons beyond Bayer ~ Science's oontmI, It .. !mpO$IibIa for Bay« ErwfronmentIIt 

ScleN::e Ie eliminate .. rIeka 8$$QC!att<i Vifth tho use or this pItlCIUd, Aa Q result, crop InjtI'y 0( ~ .. aMJays p*l~.t All SUCh rilles ehd be 

8MUIfIOd by tho uear or bVfOI'. 

tMSCLAlMlR Of WARRANT1ES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTlES, EXPRESS OR IMPUEO, OF MERCHANTABIUTY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICUlAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYONO THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL. No eoent of Bayet 

EnWonmont:aI Sdooce ie auIhorIzecI to I1'IIkt any Wlfftntieo beyood !hOM contained herein or to modIf'y tho WIIfT'Il'IIjoe: c:onbIlneQ herein. Bayer 

ErlYII'cnmMtIII Scienee cbcfDimI 8I'rj /iabIIIy vmmoowr b' JncIdenIaI or consoquentIaI dat!'lri1QH. 1ncIudtng, bot nat limited to, IabIIIy atfaIng out 01 

bfeectl 01 ccnb'aet, eqnu or Irnpa.d WIII1'8nty ~ warranUea of merchantability and ,.,.,... for a pcwtIcuIar j:lI.KJlCIM), tort, MgIigfItIee. ttI1ct IIIbiIty 

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UMtTAT10NS OF lJ.ABfUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY ANO ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTlNG FROM THE USE OR HANOUNG OF THIS PAODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGUGENCE, STRICT 

llABIUTY OR OTHERWiSE, SHAll NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT BAYER: ENVIRONMENTAl SCIENCE'S ELECTION. 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PROQUCT. 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

PROXY Growth Regulator 

General label revisions: 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroethyt)phosphonic acid,-................................ , ...... , ... " ...... , .............. 21.7% 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ............................................................ . ............................................................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 432·1230 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-61 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Sf ustod no entiende ta etiqueta. busque a .tgulon para que se ta expltque a usted en detatte, 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you In detaIl.) 

for MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Carr 24 Hour. A Oay 1.800-334-7577 

for PROQUCT USE Information Carr 1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of ptant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

APatent 4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product In countries other than the United States or for any use nol contemplaled 

"hy this label. LiabJlity for patent infringement may result from use Of sale of this product outside the United States. 

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CLOTHING: 

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contact lenses, If then continue rinsing eye. 

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person 

-If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then gIVe artificial respiration preferably mouthto-mouth if possible. 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, _"",1" h_kept under medical obselVation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

edema. In a victim of ingestion, careful lavage is required due to the i i of stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or abs<t&M through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mu~M fnembranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some malerials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, foUow th~ jnstructKin·s!r~ 

category A on an EPA chemical·resistance selection chart : ••• :. • • 

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material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and prolective eyewear • •••• • • •••• 

• • Discard clothing and othor absorbent materials Ihat have been drenched or heavily contaminated with Ihis product -eonc@ntrat1!~'"Bo 

not reuse Ihem. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/mairnaining PPE. If no such instructions . . b.washables use . detergent and hot wateL Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. • ••• 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, Chewing gum, using tobacco or using the loi!e!. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pestfcide gats inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product, A$ soon as possible, wash thoroughly and chango into clean 

clothing, Wash the outside of gloves before removing, 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do 

not conlaminatewater when disposing of equipment washwalers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with Its labeling. 

Do not apply th'rs product in a way Ihat will contact workers or other persons, either directly or Ihrough drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specrfic to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticfde regulations, Read entire label before using this product 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

not cOntaminate water, food, or food by morageand disposal. 

STORAGE 

store in ortglnal contamer and keep"Ughtly dOsed. Store In a coot dry place, 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

I P,,'ici<'. wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rrnsalo is a violatiico~n,:O::f:;~~'~:1 If these wasles cannol be disposed of by use according to jabel instructions. Contact your State Pesticide or e: 

Conlrol Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from 

of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved wasle disposal faCility. 

I C()NT'A'.'ER DISPOSAL 

or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or , 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendallons on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Avenl1s Environmental Scfence Representative for his experience WIth this product in your area . 

• PP1Y only to actNely growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that 'rs not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass wilh poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soit conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Avoid Proxy use In areas where excessive thatch hlls accumulated. 

Do not contaminate waler used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 

Do nol apply PROX)Ail Ihrough any type of irrigation syslem. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications In plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

Do not use this product for purposos olher than Ihose listed on Ihe labe!. 

Do not oxct!OO Ihe rate of PROXY® per aero per year recommended on thislabet. 

DO NOT MIX PROXV®WITH AMMONIUM THiOSULFATE SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

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Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do nol allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PRDXV®wllh additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid sp1l1s of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

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Because of the addic nature 01 this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly alt exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and watcr within one hour altar exposure 

to spray deposits. 

TURF 

Growth RegUlator: An application of PROXV® slows the growth of turfgrasses thus reducing lhe required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected. For best turfgrass grov.1h regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65"F and 

rising. Applications when JOINer temperatures occur may result in poor performanC(! for clipping reductions, Proxy should only be 

applied once turfgrass mowing heights have been established for the season. Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has 

aC{:umulated. For best results, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. 

PQa ;mnua SeedheaQ Supprosskm: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (S n oz.J1000 fe) win 

provide suppressIon of Poa annulJ and White clOVM seedhoods. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass_ Repeat applications to predominately Pea annua or 

White Clover sites may be made at a 6-7 week interval. Follow other genElral recommendations and precautions on the labeL 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

• Turlgrus Growth Regulation FailWaYs, Roughs and SO. oz 11000 «2 0.5-4.0 gals/1000 ft2 

ilfl:d PoOl e.nnua and White Commercial Turfgrasses: such as 

Clover Soedhead Suppression: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass. 

Apply to actively growing turf " Perennial Ryegrass, Tall 8. Fine 

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Fescue 

PROXV® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass~7 wks, 

• Perennial Ryegrass~7 wks 

• TaIl/FIne Fescue·4 wks 

• Bentan:lss-4 wks. 

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For best results, apply with sprayer in suffident volume of water to provide uniform coverage, Proxy® is foharly absorbed 

A maximum of6 applications per season allowed 

Apply only to actively gro""Iing turf, under favorable grOVling conditions, that is not going into a dormancy periOd, Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growIng undor stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage 

Usc of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray depOSits wIn damage acrylic plastiCS, certain paints and metals 

Rinse thoroughly an exposed acryhc plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray depOSit5. 

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By using IhIs prlXlod, user or bl.lyer accepts the loIlO\'iing conditions, warranty, ilJ'K.I disclaimer of warranties and!imitalions of liability_ 

CONDll1ONS: The cIIt'6ctionf; for tiM of this p(oduct ant boI!ewd to be adequale and should be foltowed carefully. Hovi<wer, beeau$e of QJd.reme 

woatt1er and soil «md~iOM, milnMr of use and other lactors beyond Aveotis ErwironfOOOtal ~iltfl{A-'$ control," 1$ Irnpoeslble lor Avootis Environmental 

SdeflCt' 10 eliminate all ri$l<& associ3led with 100 me oflhis product As II mult. crop injury Of inefffldMmess is alWays po5ISfuIe. All such mk'l shall bt1 

o$&Umild by the user Of buyIIr. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANl1E$: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARnCULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MAOE ON THIS LABEL No agent of AventJti 

Envlronmonta! Science Is alJlhoOZOO 10 rna!te any warmnii&s beyond IhOse contained hMeln Of 10 modify 1M WlIm!nties contamed hereln_ Avuntis 

Environmentil Sc;iQ'1lC(! dischllms any nabillty whatZOOVIlIf for incidmlal or oonsequential OOrTlllgOS, including, but not limited 10, liability arising out of 

brooch 01 contract, exprass or implied warranty (including Vl'lUrantm ot merchantability and fltnea$ fOf a pru1lculat pmpooe), laIi, negligence, strict liabmty 

or ollWlWise. 

UMITATIONS Of UABIUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDUNG OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

@Avootis En'iironm&ntnl Scier\c(! USA LP, 2000 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd, 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY 1$ a registered trademark ofthe Aventis Group 

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June 4, 2003 

Mr. Dennis McNeilly (PM22) 

U.s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs (7504() 

Registration Division (7504C) 

Document Processing OI3K{AMEND) 

Room 266A 

1921 Jefferson Davis Hwy 

Arlington, VA 22202-4501 

£PA03RMG040BProxyAmend(refer4-B-03) 

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Dear Mr. McNeilly: 

Bayer Environmental Scfence is submitting the Proxy amended label. The new label text is 

highlighted for your convinence. 

The following documents are enclosed with this letter: 

Application Form 8570·t 

5 copies of the revised labe! 

If you have any questions, contact me at (215) 757·3185 or mike.gorreli@bayercropscience.com. 

Sincerely • 

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Manager. Registration~ 

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PROXY 

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EPA Rag. No. 432-1230 EPA Eat. No. 2t4-PA-41 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

81 uated no entlende Ie etlqueta, butque. aJguJen para que _Ia expIique a ustod en detaUe. 

(If you do not underatand tho label. find aorneone to explain H to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And IRANSpoRTADON Emergencles.QftI.X Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

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FIRST AID 

first 5 then continue rinsing eye. 

'-I'ev--o<-t,y~ 3./t':;/O:-l! ~f' 

center or doctor, 

15-20 minutes. 

call 911 Of ambulance, and then give artificial r6Splration premrabty mouthmucosal damage may contraindicate the U$O of gastric lavage. No speciftc antidote Is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress In the patient. OVerexposure to materials other than this product may have 

oecorred. 

Victims of SIWONt overexposure, by inhalation, 

In a victim of careful 

onset of 

stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

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Corrosive: Causes Irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absC.1tGd Ihrough skin. 

00 not get In GYn or on clothing. Avoid contact-with skin. 00 not Inhale vapors, 8S this product wtll ~1fM-.mutoUS membranes. 

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) : •••• : -::::-

Some materials that are ch&mical-reslstant to tfliS product are listed b&IoW. If you want more OptlOm: ·follow the*l"structions for 

category A on an EPA chemlca\-resl$tance selectjon chart. • __ • _ - -. - : 

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Applicators and other handlef$ must wear Iong·sleeved shirts and long pants, cMmlcaj..resistant-~M&s made of-any waterproof 

naterlel such a. polyethylene or pofyvlnyl chlorldo, shoot plus socks and protectiVe eyewear. J •• _. - • 

'S~_ •• Discard clothing and other absorhMt materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated WIth this produq oorwentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's Instructions for c!eaninglmaintainlng PPE. If no such Instructions TQr.fiI$hables, use 

detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE $8paratcly from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinklng. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Jsors should remove clothing immediately if pesllcide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. Tho 

contaminated clothing should be washed beroro reuse, 

Users should remove PPE Immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of glows before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water Is present or to Intertidal areas below the mean high wat01 marl<.. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wuhwaters, 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

,: po C?f' ~\ .. /vX- It I •• vtofatlon of F~ lAw to un thJe: product tn a manner lneonalmnt with tte I.bellng. 

: .3-/.<.5/090 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 9ppllcstion. For any requirements specific Ie your State or Tribe, consult the agoocy responsible for 

I e.A' 0, pesticide regufations. Reed entire label before using this product. 

AND 

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store in original container and keep tightly closed. Stora In a cool dry place. ,_ ~""~",,, 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL '> c.. 

P$Slicide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesUCi~'~P mixture, or rinsate Is ~ violatlloon~\i.: ~.:':;:I Law. If these wastes cannot be dlspos4ld of by use according to label Inttructio ntact your State PestlClde or ~ 

Control Agency or tne Hazardous Wute representative -at the nearest EPA Region for gUIdance-. Wastes r$Sulting from 

use otthls product may be disposed of on site Of at an approved waste disposal facility. 

\. CONTAINER DISPOSAl. 

Then offer tor or reconditioning or pUI".''''. and dispos. of in a sanitary landfill or 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local roeommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equIpment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Bayer Environmental Sclenc& Representative for his experience with this product In your area. 

~pfy only to actlvefy growing turf. under favorable growing conditions, that Is not going Into a dormancy period. Do not treat ~rfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Avoid Proxy use In areas where excessive thatch has accumulated. 

00 not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestlc purposes. 

00 not apply PROXV® through any type ot Irrigatlon system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as thIs product will cause modificatloM in plant growth. Plant Injury may fG$ult. 

00 not use this product for purposQ$ other than those Il$ted on the label. 

00 not exceed the rate of PROXY«! per acre per year recommended on this label. • ••••• '" . 00 NOT MIX PROXvG' WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORJ>4AtJQN OF TOXIC 

FUMES. •• • 

•••••• Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mlx$d solution to stand IMIfOlgl'lt: 

Do not usa PROXY'" with addit]vQ$ other than recommended on this label. •••••• " " 

Avoid SpillS of "" concentrated product on spray equipment ...... 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXy$ IS CORROSIVE. •• : ••• 

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EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposita will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly .U expo.sad aayUo-plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

iO spray deposits. 

TURF 

application of PROXve stows the growth of turfgraues thus reducing tho required frequency 01 mOWing and 

collected. For best lurtgrau growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures a,. 65~ and 

rising. Appileetions lower tempenrturos occur may result In poor performance for clipping redUctiOM. Proxy should only be 

applied 0008 turfgra:tiS mowing heights have been established for the S08$Oft AvoJd Proxy use In areas where excessive thatch has 

aocumuleted. For best r86ulta, avokt nitrogen fertilization within 3 weekt prior to or following any Pro:xy application. 

POIIftOUI Sttdhud SUDPfJII100i FoU., application 01 Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 fl, O1./tooo rtl) wiU 

provide suppression of Poe eMS and white clover soedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the Interval, $peclfied In the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat appllcetlons to predominately Poe Bflnua or 

White Clover sitos may bet made at a 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPUCATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

• Turfgr. G!!!WIb Btgy1atlon FalrN8YS, Roughs and 5 fl. 0..11000 n2 0.5-'1.0 gols/'OOO n2 

II!lII ,... .,.,.. II!lII WIlli! Commarclal Turfgraues: suchas 

Cloy« IttdhW SUpprmklni Bentgran, Kentucky Bhlegrass, 

Apply to octJvely growing turi. n Perennial Ryegran, TeU & FIne 

wlll require 7~tO dtlys for Fucue 

PROxY" to act 

Reapplication Intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegraas-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrau~7 wks. 

• TalllFine Fescue-4 wks. 

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• 00 not aUow entry to treated arees untll sprays have dried. 

For beat reeult$, apply wtth sprayer In sufficient volume of water to provide uniform ooverage. ProxyC' Is follarty abtorbed. 

• A maximum of 6 applications per season sHowed. 

• Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that Is not going Into a dormancy period. Do not treel 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor tOil condltlona, drought. and disease or ivm damage. 

Use of spreadCBIst/ckers with PROXvC> is not nacesury, ••••• • I 

• PROXyGDls an acidic product and prolonged exposUf'$ to spray deposits will damaga acrylic plastics, certaln·;';';:and metals'jl 

Rinse thoroughly aU exposed acryHc plastic materltlis and painted surfaces with a detergent ami ... wlthln onl\hour after 

exposure to spray depo$its. : .: •••• 

Test tank mixH with other products on a small area before using widety~ __ ,,-""-. •• : •• : . •••• . ",' ~ v 

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iMPDRTANT: RfAD BEFORE U81! 

Read tho antIrtt DIrectiona fof Use, ConcIWona., DIccllImer of WarmntIea and lIrnftatIonI Of UtbiIIty bofwlt U&lng this producl. If tecm8 IUfI not ~, 

return the W'IOpOMd product conIaIner at crn:e . 

By ~ INa product. LIllO!' or buyaf 0C0CfAS !he following condIttona, warranty, and dIsdaImer Of worranIles and limitations of 1tabIIIty. 

CONDl1lONl: The dIr\ICIIonIa fOf use of this prociu(t .. btIie'IfKt !O be adequate lind 0ha0\d be f<IIklwed oervfuIIy. HDWI'o'8I'. bec8uae of e:IdrtmI 

v.eather II'Id toll conciIblS, tl'lIIIU\If of OM ard 0Iher fICtoI1; beyond Bayer Envlrw'.mentaI Scleoot'. (;(lfjroI, It Is. irnpostal(e ror BI)W E!wIronmentId 

Sdonoo to eIfmInIte .. ritk& ~ ~ Iht OM Ofthb produCt. M a resuI. cmp Injt.ry or ~ ill. atNayt. poa$IbIt. AI such neb $hili bit 

ateumed by Ih4I uw or bujor. 

DISC1.AIMER OF WARRANTlES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTENO BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL. No agent of Bayer 

ErwIrtJnrnenbIl SdenOe II authc:tbd to maka any ~ beyond those c::ontaItMId h«oln or 10 mo<Ify 1M werrtI'Itiea contaIn4ICI h«eIn. Gayer 

Env'otor.rrlOl Q;I Sciwa dbcIairns II'tf liability ~ ror IncfdentaI or ootlSIIqU8OtiaI ~, 1rdudIng, but not limited to, iabIIfty IriIIng out of 

bnIach of oonIract, 8!Cpf8e& or implIa<I 'Ii1Wl'IVIty {lnCfudIrIg WlIfTIW1ties of IJIIfChantabiII and fJnees fcf (I pertIcutw purpose). tort, neoIIgonoe, strict IIIIbIlIy "'_. 

UMITATlONS OF UABfUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDliNG OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGEHCE, STRICT 

LIASIUT( OR OTHERWISE, SHAll NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO, OR AT BAYER ENVIRONMeNTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPlACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

c8ayet AG, 2002 

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Montv.le, NJ 07645 

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PM, 22 REVIEWER, i?gkL{ i V\ DUE DATE: "1 I '-t 1 0 ;3 

DATE ON APPLICATION, !i I Lj /03 

EPA RECEIVED DATE, G I G I Q3 

PM RECEIVED DATE: G / [3 103 

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REB, PCRS --- PM Team: Carl __ _ 

FINAL ACTION, RESPONSE 

75-DAY RESPONSE: YES 

CRP, YES 

RESTRICTED USE, YES 

EXCLUSIVE USE, YES 

MANUFACTuKING USE: YES 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

June 13.2003 

JOSEPH CONTI 

BA YER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

A BUSINESS GROUP OF BAYER CROPSCIENCE LP 

95 CIIESTNUT RIDGE ROAD 

MONTVALE, NJ 07645 

PRODUCT NAME: PROXY GROWTH REGULATOR 

COlvlPANY NAME: BA YER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 300293 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 432-1230 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 06106103 

SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF AMENDMENT 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

OHICEOf 

PkEVEmlO~, PESTICIDES AND 

TOXlC SUBSTANCES 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has received your application for an amendment and it 

has passed an administralive screen for completeness. 

During the initial screen we dctcnnined that the application appears 10 qualify for fast 

track review. The package \\'ill now be forwarded 10 the Producl Manager forrevicw to 

dctcnnine its acceptability for fast track status . 

Tfyou have any questions, please conlaet Registration Division, Risk Management Team 

22. at (703) 305-7618. 

Sincerely, 

/J{.lauAY- / 

Front End Processing Siaff 

Information Services Branch 

lnfonnalioll Resources and Services Division 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Baye.!:" Environmental Scier;.ce 

9S Chestnut Ridge Road 

OFFICE Of 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXfC SUBSTANCES 

MARlamIl 

CIt Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

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Subject: Proxy 

EPI-\. Registration Number 432-1230 

Your label am,,=namen+: appli(!ation dated December 6, 2002 

Dear Mr. GOTrell, 

The amended labeling refer~ed to above, submitted in connection with regis'tration uncier the Federal Insecti.cide, 

Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA}, as amended is accep'table, 

provided chat yO'J comply with the following conditions. 

~. Make the following changes to the label . 

a. In the "'iF SlilALLOWED: U subsection of the "FIRST AID" 

section, change the statement "Do not induce vomiting unless told 

by", poison control center or doctor," 'Co "Do not induce vomiting 

un2ess told to do so by a poison control center or doctor," 

b. 1:1 the "STORAGE AND iJISPOSAL" section move the ser.t.e:1ce 

"Do not. conta-minute water, [ooc, or feed by sr:.orage and disposaL" from the "STORAGE" subsection to a line between the "STORAGE 

A.ND DISPOS.~:"''' and the "STORAGE" headi:1gs and add appropriate 

inst.ructioDs to ::he "STORAGE" sect-ion. 

2. Submit one c~py of your final prhl.ced labelir..g before you 

H:lease the p~-oduct for shipmer:::_ 

If these ccnditions arE:- not: complied vlith, the regis:-ration 

n,ay be subject to cancellation i:1 accordance with FIFR.~ section 

6(e). your yelease for shipment of the product bearing the 

amended label.ing consr.ii::utes acceptance. of these conditions. 

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I:: you have emy questior..s about this letter, please contact 

John Ba7.uin at- (703)305-7381. 

A;:tachment: 

Si:::tcerely yours, 

/l~/~ /7J!.~A'/ Dennis r1cNeilly 

Acting Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

L~be: stamped "ACCE?TED with COMMENTS" 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

General label revisions: 

Amendment: 

Under Use Limitations Section added statement "A maximum of6 application per season allowed" . 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Efllephon [(2-chloroethyl)phosphonlc acid]' .................................................................. 21.7% 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

"Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA ROjj. No. 432,1230 EPA Eat. No. 264-PA.()l 

Patent 

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CLOTHING: 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entlende 18 otIqueta, buaque a .Iguion pam que sa fa expUque a uated en deb.le. 

{If you do not undenrtand thol.bel, find someone to explain It to you In detail.} 

For MEDICAL And TRAN§PORTATlON Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Ot.y 1-800·334-7577 

·Do not 

open 

contru;t 

United states 

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Ihen conl/nue rinsing eye. 

control center or doctor. 

atwater for 15-20 minutes. 

call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably mouthmucosal damage may contIaindicale the use 01 gastric lavage. No specfflc anlldote is availe!»e. All treatments should be 

on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the paliant. Overexposure 10 materials OIher than this product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure. by Inhalation, Should be kept under medical obMfVation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary In a lavage IS required due to the I of stomach Of' 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed Of al)so~ through skin. 

Do not get in eyes Of on dothlng:. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product wlllirrilate mU/.CII1s-h'l"ilmbranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) , "c 

Some materials that are chemlcal·reslstant to this product are listed bekwi. If you want more optlons, follow the instfU(jjQ,Il,$.,{or 

category A on an EPA chemical-resistance selection chart. " 

AppIicalors and other handlers musl wear Iong-s1eeved shirts and long pants, chemicaf..resislant gloves made of any wa:firprcof 

. material such as polyethylene Of' polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and prolective eyawear. ~ ,L"" . ,. '" '. 

Discard clOlhlng and other absorbent melerlals that have been drenched Of' heavily contaminated with this prodUCt 'Concentrat~; 00 

not reuse them, Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions fOr washab'!h; 'Use 

detergenl and hOt water. Keep and wash PPE $eparat~y from other laundry. ' 'c '. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should waSh hands before eating, drinking, cheWlng gum, using tobacco or uslng the toilet 

Users should remove clO1hlng Immediately If pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clolhlng. The 

conlamlnated clothing should be washed before rOUse. 

Users should remove PPE Immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash Ihe oulslde of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nol aPPly directly 10 water, or to areas where surface waler Is presenl Of 10 Intertidal areas beloW Ihe mean high water marit. 00 

nol contamInate waler when disposing of equipmenl washwalers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Fadorallaw to use this product In a manner InconsIstent with its laboling. 

Do not apply this product In a way lhal will contact workers or other persons, eilher directly or Ihrough drift. Only protected handlers 

may be In the area durlng appUcation. For any requIrements specffic 10 your State or Tribe, consull Ihe agency responsible for 

peslicide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

contaminate waler, food, or food by storage and disposal. 

I ~:::;)~ DISPOSAL I! wasles are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of t'IXC6$S pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsale Is a vlolation of Federal 

wastes cannot be disposed of by use accordIng 10 label instructions, Contact your Stale Pesticide or environmental 

IC(,ntrol Agency or the Hazardous Waste representallve at lhe nearesl EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resutting from 

!hit product may be disposed of on site or al an approved waste disposal facility. 

IC<:INT'~NI'R DISPOSAL 

Then offer for Of reconditioning or and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations 00 rates, spray volumes (gaJlons of water per acre}, and spray equipment under varying lemperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Bayer Environmental Science Represenlative for his experience wlth this product In your area. 

Apply only 10 actively growing lurf, undm favorable growing conditions, Ihatls nol going Inlo a dormancy period. Do nollreal 

lurfgrass wilh poor root systems or growing under slress due 10 poor soU conditions. drought, and disease or insect damage. _VOid Proxy use In areas where excessive thatch has accumulaled. 

Do not contaminate water used for Irrigatioo or domestic purposes. 

00 not apply PROXV®through any type of Irrigalion system. 

Avoid spray drift 10 nearby crops, as this prodUct wiff cause modifications in planl growth. Plant injury may result. 

00 not use this product for purpooes other Ihan those IIsled on the label. 

Do not excood the rale of PRO)('/® per aero per year recommended on this label. 

DO NOT MIX PROx:v® WITH AMMONIUM THiOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MlXruRES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amounl of spray you expecito use each day. Do not allow mlXed solution 10 stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXV® wilh additives other than recommended on Ihls label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDfATEL Y RINSE NN SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the addlc nalure of Ihis product, prOlonged exposure 10 spray deposits will damage acrylic plastiCs, &N+...ain psints~ ~ metals. ,~ .. , C'_,." 

Rinse: Ihoroughly an exposed acrylfc-plastic materlals and painted surfaces with a detergool and water within ollfl',I1?,!Jr after 'eXpOSure 

to spray depoSitS. 

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TURF 

Growth Regylator: An application of PROXV® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the requirod frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings coIleded. For best turtgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are ~F and 

rising. Applications when lower temperatures occur may result In poor performance for clipping reciuctiOfls. Proxy should only be 

applied once turfgrass mowing heights have been established for the season, Avoid Proxy use in areas whore excessive thatch has 

accumufalccl For best results, avoid nitrogen ferlilization within 3 weeks prior to Of following any Proxy application. 

Ptlf jIIlfHII S!odh!ad Suppmulon: Foliar application of Proxy. to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 fl. 0:./1000 tr) will 

provide supprossion of Poe onnua and white clover seedhoads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maldmum perfo(mance. RepMt applications 

should be made at lhe inteNals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeal applications 10 predominately Poa annuli or 

White Clover sites may be made at a 6--7 week. interval. Follow other gtmeral recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPUCATlON SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Tyrfs..... Growth Regylatkm Failways, Rough; and 5 fl. oz.J1000 ttl 0.&4,0 gals/tOoo tt2 

and 1?!16. I"""" In!! WIll!! Commercial Turfgrasses: such as 

Clover $!tdhetd Suppmslon: Bentgra$$, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Apply to actiVely growlng turf. It Perenniat Ryegrass, Tail & Fine 

will require 7-10 day. fur Fescue 

PROXV«> 10 act . 

• ReappUcatlon Intervats: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TallfFlne Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentarau-4 wks. 

Un Wmitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

• For best rewlts, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. Proxy® is fotiarly absorbed. 

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··.:.Am~m~mc.Of:§.apPilcatiOhf(Pef·~·.all~; 

Appty only to actively growing turf, under favorn:bte growing conditions, thai IS not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems Of' growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXV® is not necessary, 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposlfs wiil damage acryUc plasllcs. certain paints and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed SCfYlic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray depoeiI$. 

Test tank mixes with other products on ill small area before using widely. 

ACCE.i;'i'Eb 

"ilh COJUfENTS 

In El'A tcu('x Dated: 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE use 

Read tho enUre Directions for Use, Condl!ions, DIsClaimer of Warranties and Umltations of liability before using this product If 

terms are nol acceptable, return the unopened product oontalOOl' at once, By using this product, USOf' or buYIlf accepts the 

following conditkms, warranty, and dlsdafmer of warranlies and /Imitations of nab/lity. 

CONDJTIONS: The dIrections for IlOO of this product are believed to be adequate and should be followed carefuHy. However. 

because of Q)dreme weather and soH conditions, manner or use and other factors beyond Bayer Environmental Science's control, 

it Is Impossible for Bayer Envfronmental Science to elimInate all risks associated with the use of this product As a resull crop 

Injury or Ineffectlveness Is always possible. All such risks shan be assumed by the uw or buyer. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPUED, OF MERCHANTABlLlTY OR OF 

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS 

LABEL. No agent Of Bayer Environmental ScIence 1& authorized 10 make any warranlies beyond lhose conlalned heroin or 10 

modify lhe warranties contained herein. Bayer Environmental ScIence disclaims any liability whalsoever for Incidental Of 

consequential damages, IncludIng, but not nmlted to, liability arising out of breach of contract, express or Implied warranty 

(Includlng warranties of merchanlabillty and fitness for a particular purpose), lort. negligence, stuct nability or olherwise. 

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY; THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES 

OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, 

TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHAlL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT 

BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

CBayer Environmenlal Science 

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Net Contents: 

Bayer Environmental Science 

A Business Group of Bayer CropSclence, LP 

95 Che$blut RIdge Rd. 

~Ie. NJ 07645 

""ROXY Is a registered lrademark of lhe Bayer AG 

PRO~ 12!5102 Max 6 Application Amend 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C 20460 

12(13(2002 

RICHARD M. GORRELL 

BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

95 CHESTNUT RIDGE ROAD 

MONTVALE NJ 07645 

PRODUCT NAME, PROXY 

COMPANY NA!4E: BAYER ENVIRON!..J:ENTAL SCIENCE 

OPP IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 302204 

EPA REGISTRATION NUMBER: 432-1230 

QFf'!CEOr 

PRE'IEr-HION. f>;:;STICU)tS AND 

TOX1C SU1JSTMJCES 

e EPA RECEIPT DATE: 12/09/2002 

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SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF AMENDMENT 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

The Office of 

for an amendment 

completeness. 

Pesticide Programs 

and it has passed 

has 

an 

received your application 

administrative screen for 

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 C. Giles-Parker, 

Product Manager 22, at (703)-305-7740 . 

Sincerely, 

Front End Processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

program Management and Support Division 

IMem(l1 Address (URL). Iltlp:!f ..... NW.eptl.gov 

RccycllldlRteycl3bl<) .Prlnt-.l -Mtll VtgeUlble Olt BlI$II41nb on Recy1:led Paper (MinImum 50% P6ueonsum .. , cantllnQ 61 
FRONT END PROCESSING APPLICATION INFORMATION CHECK LIST 

EPA COl'vW ANT NUMBER >/=1,:1 

EPA REGISTRATION NUMllER STATUS ACTIVE '~---CANCELLED~_ 

(FOR AMENDMENTS) 

NOT IN REFS '--

"ME-TOO" CITED PRODUCT STATUS ACTIVE, __ CANCELLED __ _ 

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APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT 

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Oe<:ember 6, 2002 

Ms. Cynthia Giles-Parker 

FunWcide Branch-Registration Division 

Document ProcCf>sing Oesk (APPl) 

Oflice of Pesticide Program:'. (H7S04C) 

US. £rwironmenlal Protc{fion Agency 

Room 266A. Crystal Mall 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington. VA 22202--4501 

(PA02RMG1206RcplaccsProxyAmendMppIWithBayer 

Fedex 

Rf: Revised Proxy® (EPA rr-g, no_ 432-1230) label by adding Bayer Environmental Sdpnre as 

the Company Name 

e Dear M~. Giles-p,Hker: 

Bayer Environmental Science is amending the Proxy label to add tbe company name ~B<lyer 

Environmental Science~. 1hi:<. replace,:> the labelS sent \0 you in my Oa:cmber 4, 2002 leiter. 

If you have any Questions. let me know. 

Sincerely, 

• ;1t?~~{ RidliHd M. Gorrell 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Road to: 

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Application for Pesticide - Section J 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2--cllloroethyl)phosphonic aCid)".. . ....... " ... , .......... 0< ................ 21.70/0 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: .. ........ ............... . .................................... . . .... , .......................... -... ,.".78.3% 

~Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gatton. 

EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entlonde In cllquota. busquo a algulen para que so la oxpllquo a usted on detallo. 

(If you do not understand the labet, find someonG to explain it to you In dotail,) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emorgoncles ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1..a00-334·7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1-800-334-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regutalion uses is covered by United Slates and foreign patents including U.S. 

Patent 4,240.819. No license is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this fabel. liability for patent infringement may result from use or Sl)le of this product outside the United States. 

• FIRST AID 

-Remove contactlensas, If present, after the first 5 minutes, then conUnue rinsing eye. 

jlF tN EYES ~ ..... - -Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 mlnuies. . 

L..........- -G.aJI a poison ~ntrol center or _doctor for t~~.atJnent advice. m~~~~~ 

i tF SWALLOWED: -Call a poison controt center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. 

I -Have person sip a glass.ofwater if abIQ. to swallOw. _______ T;".. do ;'; Q 

I -Do not induce vomiting unless tOld'6y a poison control center or doctor. 

tFON SKIN OR 

i CLOTHING; 

~~~-jm-g9_not9ive anythiQ9 by mout~lto an unconscious person. 

-Take off contaminated clothing. i 

-Rinse skin immediafely wfth plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. l' "",",==:-~~ __ +'i'C.alt a poison C.Q!1lrOl cenler Of}1octof for treatment advice. ~ __ _ 

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F_INHALEO: i -MOve person 10 fresh air. 

\ -If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificiat rospiration preferably mouth- I,' 

I to·mouth if possible. 

:Ca!1 a poiS{ln_~..Q11trol center or go.c;tor for further treatment advice. . -----1' 

NOTE TO PHYSICtAN 

i Probable mucosat damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific anl!dote is available. All treatments should be 

j based on observed signs and symptoms of distreSS In the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this product may have 

i·~)CCUrr(ld. 

Victims of severo overexposuro, by inhalation, should be kept under medica! observation for up to 72 hours for detayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingeStion, careful gastric tavage Is requ!red due to the possibility of stomach or 

eso hl!9§'at perforatiol).~~~Thls matodal.!§; an acid, but the use of alkaline substances tQ neutralizo it is 9?ntraindicatet!.:..~ ~ ___ ~~ 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes Irrevorslble eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling, Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous membranes, 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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Some materials IIlat are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below, If you want more options, folto~ftle htructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical"resistance selection chart • •• 

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Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, Chemical-resistant 910ves made of any wat~rpreofo 

material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoos ptus socks and proteCtive eyewear. /"1:;· 

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Discard ctothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this prodwct G£lllcentrate" DIJ· 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washtibh.tJse dew~jQt 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry, • ..:. ~ • 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands befOr() eating. drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using lhe toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washod beforo reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of glovos before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to araas where surface waler is present or to intertidal areas below tho moan high water mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is 3 vlolatton of Federal Law to use this product in it mannor Inconsistent with Its labeling. 

Do not apply this product in 3 way lhat will contact workers or olher persons, either directly or through drift Only prolected handlers 

may he in the arca during application. For any requirernenls specific to your State or Tribe. consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

"""~--~, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

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Pesticide wastes are aculely hazardous. Improper disposal of oxcess pesticide. spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of 

these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions. Contlct your Stale Pesticide 

IA".n"y '" the Hazardous Waste representative at Ihe nearest EPA Regional Office for guidanca. Wastes 

I'~:~~;;::~:;;~~,;.' disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facilily. 

1< DISPOSAL 

offer Ii or or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill 0' I" iindn.,~Ii"n I 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

FOr local recommendations on Jales, spray. volumes (galtons of waler per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consulF~ayer Environmen!af Sclonce':Reprcsentative for his experience with U)is product in your area. 

Apply only to activoly growing turf, under favorable growing condilions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat turfgrass 

with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Avoid Proxy usc in areas whore oXGOssivG thatch has acc\lmulated. 

"-Do not contaminate waler used for irrigallon or domestic purposes. 

Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product wlll cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those lisled on the label. 

Do not oxceed the mroof PROXY@> por acre peryaar rt3CQmmended on this labeL 

DO NOT MIX PROxYID WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES, 

Mix only the Hmount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not usc PROXY®with additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

tMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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Because of the acidic nature 01 this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain painlts.~ljj.. 

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Rinse thomughly Ell exposed acrylic-plastic materials and paintod surfaces with a detergent and water within ono '~~fter O~i!ll'l~ to spray deposits. • •• : ••• 

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Growth Rogulator; An application of PROXym slows the growth of turlgrasses thus reducing Ihe required frequency of mowing and 

the volumfl of clippings collected. For best lurlgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65"'F and 

!ising. Applir.allons when lower lemperalures occur may result in poor perfonnance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be 

applied once lurfgrass mowing heights have been established for the season. Avoid Proxy use in meas where excessive thatch has 

accumulated. For besl results. avoid nitrogen fortilizalion wilhin 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. 

Poa annua Seedhoad Supprosslon: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 fl. oz.l1000 fr) will 

provide suppression of Pea annua and whito clover soodheads, Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum perlonnance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in tho chart for the desired turfgross. Repent applications to predominately Poa annua or 

White Clover sites may be made at 3 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regufatfon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1000 fl2 0.5-4.0 galsl1000 flZ 

and Poa 81111UII an~ Whlto Commercial Turlgrasses: such as 

Clover Seedhqad Supprosston: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass. 

Apply to aClively growing turl. I! Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7~10 days foc Fescue 

PROXY® to act. , Reapplication inlervals: I • Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wk:>. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine F!lscue·4 wks. 

• Bent(Jrass~4 wks. 

Use limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. proxy® is foliarly absorbed . 

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Apply only to actively growing lurf, under favorable growing conditions, that is nol going inlo a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turlgrass with poor root systems or prowiog under stress due to poor soil cond)tions. drought, and disease or insect damage. +--' '\ ~ 1:>0 d..-c,l '!f1< 11:: i'4 'flo! 'r C,OL-\e{'"":;': t:,'. ,» ,"'0 b~) s; ~ I d ;2...l ,;:-:t'E.~ Use of spreaders/Slickers v/ilh'PRO)('(@ls nol necessary, -'" 

PROXV@isan acidic product and prolonged exposure to sptay deposits WIll damage acrylic plastics, ceriain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces wit~detergent and water wilhin one hour afler 

exposure to spray deposits. -..... J d \:..i·li'~ 

Test tank mixes with olher products on a small area before using widely. 

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~ CONDtnON$: The directions for use of this product are belioved to be adequate and should be, f()1I~X(~,9,",carefully, JiQyiever. 

'j because 01 extreme,weather and, soil condilions...i!anner of use and other factors beyond BayerEnvJ~1 Sewnce'(lfinlrol, 

it is impossible for J~uyer Ell'Viro~nlal SCtCnc'U';'to elimin~le all risks associated with the use of Ihis p'rodUCI. As a result. crop 

injury or ineffcctivene'ss is always' pOssible. All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF 

FJTNESS FOR A PARTICVLAR PURPOSE OR O!'1ERWISE. WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS 

LABEL. No agent of Bayei' EnvlrOn~,~j~~ aUIJlQrized to mak~q any warranties beyond those contained herein or to 

modify the warranties contained herein.' 8il'yei' iEOVlroni'nimtiJi 'Scl~djsclaims any liability whatsoevor for incidental or 

consequential damagos, Including, but not limited to, liability ariSing out of breach of contract, express or implied warranty 

(including warranties of mer('Jlant~bllity and fitness for a particular purpose), tort. negligence. strict liability or otherwise. 

LlMtTATIONS OF L1ABtllTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, tNJURIES 

OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY, 

TORT, J~&§L1,~,~t:JCE.<,SJ~ICTVABllJJY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID. OR AT 

BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'trtLECTlON, THE REPlACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

©8aycr"E~nvtronmentat SdehCe / .... 

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Bayeren'lironmontal Sclenco 

A BUSIness GroUp of Bayer CropScfenco, LP ------. C\.-Ac4 c c~ 95 Chostnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvate, NJ 07645 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C 20460 

12/13/2002 

RICHARD M. GORRELL 

BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

95 CHESTNUT RIDGE ROAD 

1>-tONTVALE NJ 07645 

PRODUCT NAME: PROXY 

COMPANY NAME: BAYER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 

opp IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, 302202 

EPA REGISTRATION NUMBER: 432-1230 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 12/09/2002 

SUBJECT: RECEI PT OF P-.MENDMENT 

DR~R REGISTRANT: 

Or:FICEor 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

The Office of Pesticide Programs has received your application 

for an amendment and it has passed an administrative screen for 

completeness. 

During the initial screen we decermined 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 C. Giles~Parker, 

Product Nanager 22, at (703) -305-7740. 

Sincerely, 

Front End Processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

Program Management and Support Division 

intemet Address (URL). httpJIwHw.opa.1)O" 

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FRONT END PROCF-SSING APPLICATION INFORMATION CHECK LIST 

EPA REGISTRATION NUMBER STATUS ACfIVE L_-CANCELLED __ 

(FOR AMENDMENTS) 

NOT IN REFS, __ _ 

"ME-TOO" CITED PRODUCT STATUS ACfIVE, __ _ CANCELLED, _ 

NOT IN llEFS, __ _ 

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BA~ CCD£, .:s..C; __ 2£~'2..£ I D ";;'lEER, "t 3 -:z..c-.J2.3_D_ A:T I ON CCDE, 3..QQ 

?N: 22 RE:VIEW:::R:J3C\"',Z...~ :JU2 DATE::3 ~ / 0.3 

DATE ON APPLI CATION, --.lb.J S- 1 0:2. 

EPA RECEIVED DATE, 12- 1 '1 1 02-

PM RECEIVED DATE, _ 12- 12,0 1 02-

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APPLICANT, I\'~ Goy-cel.A_ 

CHEM CODE i 1 i , 099 51 0 \ CHEM '.ct::r:..::±lo'-"'lf""''1'pb:w,-'''''l.--______________ _ 

CHEM CODE (2) : ____ _ CHEM, __________________________ _ 

DEscRrpTOR'nA~I.-I.1&'\ Yl<M-~i;%C of OCfP';cAtjol.lls 

DATA REVIEWS: 

HED, RCAB ___ __ TB ___ _ RCB ___ _ DRES ____ _ 

OREB ___ _ 

10 __ _ EEB ___ __ EFGWB ___ _ ERCB ____ _ 

BEAD, ACB ___ _ BAB ___ _ EAB ___ __ 

RSB, PCRS ____ _ PRS __ _ PCS __ _ 

PM Team: Carl __ _ Paul ___ _ Vern ___ _ Bill --- \,._ FINAL ACTION, RESPONSE CODE, ____ RESPONSE DATE' __ I __ I __ 

75-DAY RESPONSE: YES -- NO __ MOS: (1) CITE ALL 

CRP: YES __ _ NO __ (4i NOT APPLICABLE 

RESTRICTED USE: YES -- NO __ (8) SELECTIVE 

EXCLUS IV'E US£: YES NO -- MANUFACTURING USE: YSS NO --
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PROX~ 

'For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroofuyl)phosphonic acid]· "",,," ",," "" """,," """""''',, , , """ ,,, "" """ 21 , 7% 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: """"'''''''''''''''''' """,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, """"",,"",,,,""'''''' """ "" """"""",,"""""'"'' 78,3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon, 

EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 EPA EsL No, 264-PA.Q1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 ustad no antlende fa etiqueta. buaque a .Iaulen para que sa 11 expllque a U$ted en detalle. 

(If you do not undctratand the labol. find aomeone to explain ft to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSrQRIATtOH Emefgenckt8 ~ Can 24 Hours A Oay 1-800-3U-7571 

For f!R9DY.fT USE Infonnallon Call 1-800-334-9745 

Tho use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulatkm uses is covered by United States and foreign patents Including U.s . 

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Patent 4,240,619. No license is granted to use this prodUd In countI1es other than the United States or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. Uabillty for patent Infringement mll)' rosult from use or sale of this product outside the United Stales, 

opoo 

contact 

FIRST AID 

, then conllnue rinsing f!'Je. 

for 15.20 minutes. 

~If person IS,not breathing, call 911 01'- ambulance, and then giV8 artificial respiratJon preferably mouth~ 

lo-mouth If posslb!e. 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.· No sp&cific antidote h~ available. Alilreatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patien!. Overexposure to materials other than thls product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe o~e, 

, In 

medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

lavage Is required due to the of stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND OOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes Irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when haod1ing. Harmful if swallowed Of absorbed through skin. 

00 not get In eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact wflh skin. Do not Inhale vapors, as this product witllrrilale mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials lhat are chemical·reslstant to this product are listed below. tf you want more options, fotlow the instructions for 

calegory A on an EPA chemical-resistance selection Chart. 

~ j AppHcotors and other handlers must weal tong-sleeved shirts and long pants. chemical-resistant gloves made of ~ny waterproof 

,,' malerlal such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. / s 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product'concootrate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufaClUrer's Instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If Ill) such Instructions for washables, use 

detergent and hot water, Keep and wash PPE separately from olher laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendatlons 

USGfS should wash hands before eating, drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

'Users should remove clothing Immediately if pesticide gets Insidtt. Then wash body thoroughly and change info clean ctolh!ng. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

USMS Should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change info clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface wafer Is presenl or 10 intertidal areas below the mean high water marie [)Q 

not contamlnato waler when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a vlotatlon of Federal Law to use thl, product In a mannor Inconalatent wlth ita labeling. 

Do not apply this product In a way that will contact workers or other persons, either dlrecUy or through drfff. Only prolected handlers 

may be In the area during applica1lon. For any requirements specific to your Stale or Tribe, consull !he agency responsible for 

peslicide regulations. Read entire label before using: this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

00 not conlaminate waler, food, or feed by storage and disposal, 

PESTICtoE DISPOSAL 

Pestlclde wasles are acutely hazardous. Impropel disposal of excess pesticide. spray mixture, or rinsale Is a violation) i~O:f;_:~:~: I 

Law. If these wastes cannot be dispoted of by use according to label InstructIons. Contact your State PesUekie ~v 

Control Agency or the Hazardous Walle nrpt'&&ootative at the nearest EPA Regionat Office fO( guidance. Wastes 

use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

,,::,~j~~,::';~~:~ DISPOSAL 

rInse Then offer for or or ptJnctuTC and dispose of In a sanitary landfill or 

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendallons on rales, spray volumes (galions of water per aae). and spray equIpment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consuUt.~s EnVironmental ScIence Representative for his expetience with this product in your area. 

Apply only to activ9ly growing turf, under favorabie growing conditions. that Is not goIng into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

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turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due 10 poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect: damage. 

Avoid Proxy usa in areas where ex~sive thatch has accumulated:. 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domes.tic pUfPOS8$. 

00 not apply PROXY® through any type of Irrlgatloo syslem. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as thIs product wI!! cause modifications in plant grOW1.h. Plant injury may result. 

Do not use thIs product for purposes olher lhan those listed on lhe label. 

00 not exceed Ihe rale of PROXV® per acre per yeer recommended on this label. 

DO NOT MtX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE, SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day, Do not allow mIxed solution to stand overnight 

Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on thIs label. 

Avoid spills of conceolrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPillS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure 10 spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics. certain paints. and 

metals. 

Rinse lhoroughiy aU exposed acry!ic-plasllc materials and painted $Uffaceswith a detergent and water within OfIe hour aRer exposure 

to spray deposits, 

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TURF 

Growth Regulator: An applicallon of PROXV® slows the growth of lurfgra$SOS thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

" '>,the volume of dlpplngs collected. For best turfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatUfCI are 8~F and 

.1islng. Applications when [OW« temperatures occur may result in poor perfonnllnce for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be 

applied once turfnrass mowing heights have been established fa( tho season. Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has 

accumutated. For best resull', avoid nHrogen rertilization within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy applicatiOn. 

Pot IlWU!J §oe<Ihtild Sypp!!!slon: Foliar applicatfon of Proxy. to actively growing turf. at the labeled rate (5 fl, 02.11000 n1 will 

provkJe .supprossJon of Pos annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2~3 weeks ror maximum performance. Repeal appllcetions 

should be made at the Intervals specified in the chart for the desired ludgras;, Repeat applicatlons to predominalely Poll <tnnus or 

White Clover site; may be made al a 6-7 wook Interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAYVOL\JME 

Thrfut!S, 1!rgwt!1 _IaU!!!! Fairways, Roughs and 5 ft oz.llooo ft2 0,5-4.0981511000 «2 

ond -IIlIIWII an~ Whl!! Commercial Turfgrasses: such as 

Clov,r Seedhead SuPR!,!!f!Ilon: Sentgraas, Kentucky Btuegrass, 

Appty to actively growing turf. It Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7~10 days for Fescue 

• PROXV® to act 

Reapplication InteI'Vals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wits. 

• TaWFine Fescue4 wks. 

• Beotomss.-4 wks. 

Un Limitation.; 

• Do not allow entry to treated areas unlU sprays have dried. 

• For best results. apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to pfOVide uniform coveroge. Proxy® is foIlarly absorbed. 

·;Y~'~fiiili!(\1ljijf'Iit~_~~~~~iO!t_;;-~-LJ Apply only to actIvety growing turf, under favorable growing contfftiofls, that is not going into a dormancy period. 00 not treat 

turfgrass wHh ppor root systems or gting unO« stress due to poor soiJ conditiQns. drought, and disease or Insect damage . .......... \'~ '1>0 ",,~yt """"'f'!y "to ~I CCtA/''j'''':..S e ')rec,·,v,x. I d. \-!"Af-,"';t'~ 

• Use of spreaders/sUckers With PROX Is not necessary . 

. ' PRO)('(® is an acidic product and prolonged expoSllfe to spray depostts Will damage acryliC plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rin" thoroughly all exposed acrylic plasUc materials and painted surfaces. with a detergent and water within one hour after 

expo$ure to spray deposits. 

Test tank mIxes with other products 00 a small areo before usIng widely. 

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:I _ _____ _ _ IfolPQRTANT: READ IiEFOREUSE _ 

i t·.~'tf'.~.~~~~~f~~~;~h~~':!.~·o~~~~~~=j,! ~ following conditions, warranty. and dlscla:lmer of warranties and nmltatlons of liability. 

CONDmOHS: Tho directions for use of this product are bellevOO to be adequate and should be followed carefully. However. 

because of extrema weather and soil conditions, manner of ll$e and other factors beyond Avenlls Environmental Science's 

control, it Is impo8$lb\e for AvenUs Environmental Scieoe& to eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product. As a 

result, crop Injury or ineffectivGllO$s Is always posalbJe. All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer. 

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DlSCLAlMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF 

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULA.R PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS 

LABEL. No agent of Aventis Environmental Science is authorized to make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to 

modify the warranties contained herein. Aventl! Environmental Science disclaIms any liability whatsoever for Incidental or 

ccmsequentlaJ damages, including, bot not limited to, liability arising out of breach of contract, express or Implied warranty 

(including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose), tort, negligence, strict liability or olherwise. 

UMITATtONS OF LtABIUTY; THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES 

OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY. 

TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABIUTY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT 

AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAl SCIENCE'S ELECTION, THE REPlACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

«:>Aveolis EnvIronmental Science USA LP. 2000 

Net Contents: 

Aventis Environmental Science 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645-

PROXY Is a registered trademark of the Aventis Group 

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Environmental Science 

Dea;mber 4, 2002 

Ms. Cynthia Giles·Parker 

Fungicide Branch-Registration Division 

Document Processing Dek (APPL} 

Office of Pesticide Progrdms (H7504Q 

U,s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 266A, Crystal MaUl 

1921 jeflerson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 2n02-4501 

EPA01RMG1204ProxyAmendGAppl 

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RE: Proxy® (EPA reg, no. 432·1130j label Amendment 10 Add the wording "A maxium 01 6 

applications per Seamn aUowro" 

tit Dear Ms. Gile5·Parker: 

Bayer Environmental Science is amending the Proxy label to add the s!alcmenl "A maximum 

of 6 application per stason allowcd~ 10 the Use Limilalion Sfflion on page 3 ollhe labeL 

This ~ubmission (onlains the following inlormation: 

1. Completed EPA form 8570-1 

2. 1 copies of the Proxy revised label 

• If you have any qucs!ions, Jel me know. 

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Richard M. Gorrell 

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Subject: Proxy Supp!ementallabel for C<llifornia 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE --, {)-';'r4' 

PROXY® Growth Regulator-c~rCr« 

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Supplemental label for California~ c'-<5lcl '201 

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PRO XV ® Supplemental Label For California~ ,,,,"U,;d 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

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CLOTHING: 

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occurred. 

Victims of 

DANGER 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i U$ted no enflonde 101 etlqueta, busque a alguien para que se la ollpllque a us-led en detallo. 

{If you do not understand tho label. find 5OO1&OnO to explain It to yOu In d&taiL) 

Call1..a00-334·9745 

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For MEDICAL. And ~RAJ;H~SJP~Q~R~T~A~T~!Q~N~Eim:::.,~"",~:;'~":'~QNLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-t!00-334·7577 

Ii uses is covered by United Siaies and foreign patents includir1fj US. 

in countries other than the Un,lled State~ or for any U5-e not contemplated by 

, then continue rinsing eye. 

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-Have person sip a ' able to swallow. 

·00 nol induce ;0'0"";0 uol." told by a poison control center or doctOL 

15-20 minutes. 

person j 

·If person is nol breathing, call 911 Of ambulance. and thon give artificial respiration preferably mouth· 

lo,'oou.lh a possibte, 

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may i i 

signs and symptoms to materiats other than this. product may 

to 72 hours for dclayed onset of 

to the i of stomach or , I 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreverSlbte eye damage, Wear safety 90991es when handling. Harmfut if swallowed Or absorbed through skin Do 

not get in eyes or on dolhmg. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhale vapors, as this product wi!! irritate mucous membranes 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

SOme materials that are chemiCal-relllstant to this product are listed below. tf you want more options, follow the mstructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical·resistance setection chari. 

Applicators and other handlers must wear tong-sleeved shirts and long pants, chemicat-reslstant gtoves made of any waterproof 

matenal such as polyethytene or potyvinyt Chloride, shoes ptus socks and protective eyewear 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materiats that have been drenChed or heavily contaminated WIth this product concentrate. Do not 

reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cteaninglmalntalning PPE tf no such instructions for washabtes. use detergent and 

hot water. Keep and wash PPE separatety from other taundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should remove dothing immediately if pesticide gats inside, Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean dothing, The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse, 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this prOduct. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

ctothilXl. Wash the outside of gloves before removina. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to inter1idal areas below the mean high water marl<. Do not 

contaminate water wMn disposing of equipment wnshwalers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violatton of Foderal Law to uso this product in a manner inconsistent with Its labeling. 

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact wot1<.ers or other persons, either directly Of through drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requiremenfs speafic to your State or Tribe, consul! lhe agency responsible for pesticide 

regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

not contaminate waler, food. or feed by slorage and disposal. 

PESTlCtDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal 01 excess pesticide, spray mixture, Of r1nsate is a violation of Federal law 

If these wastes cannof be dispost>d of by use according to label instructions. Conlact your Siale Pesticide or environmental Control 

Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from the use of this 

product may be disposed of On site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Then offer for or reconditklning or and dispose of in a samtary landfill or by incineration 

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRiCTIONS 

For tocat recommendations on rales, spray votumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions. that is not going Into a domlancy period. Do not treat lurfgrass 

with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

_VOid Proxy use >(0 areas where excessive thatch has accumulaled. 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation 0( domestic purposes. 

Do not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system, 

Avoid spray driflto nearby crops, as this product will causa modifications in ptant growth. Plant injury may result 

Do not use Ihis product for purposes other than those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate ot PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this labet. 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amounl of spray you expect 10 use each day. Do not altow mixed solution to stand ovemight 

Do not use PROXY® with additives olher than rerommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE 

EQUtPMENT CLEANING 

Because ot the acidic natUle of thIS product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits witl damage acrylic plashes, certain paints. and 

metals. 

Rinse Ihoroughly all exposed acrylic-plaslic materials and painted surfaces with a detergenl and waler WlthlO one hour after exposure 10 

spray deposits. 

TURF 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXYiS' slows the growth olturfgrassos thus reducing the required IreQuency of mowmg and 

the volume of clippings collected, For bestturfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 650F and rising 

Applications, when lower temperatures occur may result in poor performance for dipping reductions. Proxy shOuld only be applied once 

turfgrass mowing heights have been established for the season, Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has accumulaled 

For best results, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeKs prior to or followmg any Proxy application. 

Poa .nnua Sndhoad Syppresslon: Follar application of Proxy, to actively growmg turf, at the labeled rate (5 n, o1:.IH}DO ft2) will 

provkle suppression of Poa annUD and white Clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the Chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat applications to predominately Poa <'innua or 

White Clover sites may be made at a 6--7 week interval. Follow other general re<:ammendations and precautions on Ihe label 

APPLICATION StTES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Tyrfg!!;s! Growth Re9lJ:t1!!i2n Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1ooo tt2 O.s.-4.0 g31$11000 f\2 

and Po, fnnu, .nd Whit! Commercial Turfgrasses. such as 

Clover S •• dhe,d Supprnsion: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Apply to actively growing turf. It Perennial Ryegrass. Tall & Fine 

will require 7·10 days fo' Fescue 

PROXY® to act 

Reapplication intervals: 

• • KentuCky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

J • TalUFine Fescue--4 wks. 

• Bentgrass-4 wks. 

U,e Llmitation!: 

• Do not allow enttyto treated areas until sprays have dried. 

• For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide unilorm coverage Pro~ is foliarty absorbed. 

• Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, thai is not going into a dormancy period, Do nottreatlurfgr8ss 

with poor root systems or growing under stress due 10 poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

• Uso of spreaders/stickers wilh PROXY!!) is not necessary~"~ D-~_- ~\/;t f\ \ Y 'Yr- If q~, ~ "i~.:;; ,<-' J C "';..':.:' , j-: ~ ,j" ". 

• PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic prasllcs, certain paints and melals dRln~~.:tc:& th<:i<oughly all exposed acrylic plastic malerials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure to 

spray deposits. 

Test tank mixes wilh other products on a small area before using widely, 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

By using ttllS ploouct. user or buyer accepls the totloWing conditions, warranty, and disclaimer of wtIrranties and lirort.atiOns Of liability 

CONDITIONS: The directions tor use ot this proo\lct are believed 10 bt ad~uale and should be followed c30refuHy Howe"er, because ot extreme 

wealhel and soil conditions, manner of use and other faclors beyond Aven"s Environmental Science's control, 11 is impoS$lbt.e tor Aventis 

EnVlfon!'l"l\!!ntat SCience 10 eliminate all flsks associated with the use of thl$ product As n result. aop IIljury or l/le~lVeness. is always possIble. 

All $uth risks shall be assumed by Ihe user or buyel. 

DISClAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTASIUTY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS M.l\.OE ON THIS LABEL No agent 01 Av-ent>s 

Environmental Science t$ authorized to make any warranties beyond those contairuxl herein or to modify the warral'ltie$ conlained he!ein Avenhs 

Environmenlal SCiOnce disclaims any liability whatsoever for incidenlal or consequential damages, including, but not Izoited 10, liability arising out ot 

breach of centrad, express or Implied warranty (fn-clvdit'lg warranties ot merchantability and fitness for a parlicular P'Jrpos.), tori. negligence, Slrict 

liability or oIhcfflisc, 

LIMITATIONS OF UABIUTY: THE EXCLUStVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRtCT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAtO. OR AT AVENTIS ENVtRDNMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ElECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT 

@Aventi$EMironmentaIScience USA LP, 2000 

~et Contents: 

Aventis Environmontal ScJence 

,&95 Chestnut Ridge Rd, 

WJ'.\ontvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered ttademark of the Aventls Group 

PROXY!& 518102 Supplemental label tor Cal1fomlll -.____. t c ~'"'" \....;,>-,~ 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

PROXY® Growth Regulator 

Supplemental label for California 

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PROXY® Supplemental Label For California 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: 

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DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no entiende ta cliquela. busque a alguien para quo S6 ta expUque a us-ted en detat!$. 

(If you do not understand the label. ttnd someone to explain It to you tn dotait.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies Qti1Y Catt 24 Hours A Oay 1-800·334·7577 

For PRODUCT Information Catt 1-800-334-9745 

" ;:!~h~~t"%,~';~ for a variety of plant growth uses is covered by United States and foreign patents including U,S 

4 license i to use this countries other than the United States or for any use not contemplated by 

CLOTHING: 

• based on observed signs 

occurred, 

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-Have person sip a 

-Do not induce i' 

FIRST AID 

control cenler or doctor 

of water for 15·20 minutes. 

I ,cal! 9 t 1 or ambulance, and then give arti!icial respiration preferably mouth· 

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symptoms of distress in to ma!elials other than this product may 

Vic1lms of severe overexposure, by mhalation, should be kept under medica! observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema, In a victim of i ,carefu! lavage is required due to tho poss!billty of stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

COIrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmtul it swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not got in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product wilt irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want mOle options, follow the rnstructions tor 

ca!egOlY A on an EPA cheml'cal-resistance selection chart. 

App!lcators and other handlers must wear long-s!eeved shirts and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made ot any vralerproof 

materia! such as polyethy!ene or polYVinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. 

Discard clolhing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily con!arninated with this product concentrale. Do not 

reuse them, Follow manufacturers Instructions for ctoaning/maintaining PPE. !f no such instruc!ions for washables. use detergenl and 

hot wateL Keep and wash PPE separa!ely from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before ealing, drinking, chewing gum. using tobacco or using the toileL 

Users should remove doUling immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse, 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clolhin . Wash the outside of loves before relnovjn 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nol apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not 

contaminate water when dispOSing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Fedoral Law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with Its labeling. 

Do not apply thiS product in a way IhOi'lt wm contact workers or other persons, either direclly or through drift. Only protected handlers 

may b€' in the area during application. For any requiremenls speCific to your State or Tribe, consult Ihe agency responsible for pesticide 

regUlations. Read entire label before using this produci. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

not contaminale water, food, or teed by storage and disposaL 

PESTtCIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are aculely hazardous. Improper disposat of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or nnsate is a viotation of Fedelat Law 

If these wastes cannot be disposed ot by use according to tabel instructions. Contact your State Pesticide or environmental Control 

Agency or Ihe Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from the use of this 

product may be disposed of on site or Oi'lt an approved wasfe disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for or reconditioning or puncture and dispnse of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

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

rainfall conditions consult Avenlis Environmen!at Science Representative for his experience wilh this product in your area. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorabte growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat tulfgrass 

wilh poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease 01 insect dnm::1ge _ 

_ VOid Proxy use in aleas where e)(cessive thatch has accumulated 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes, 

Do not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops. as this product will cause modificalions in plant growth Plant infury may resull. 

Do I\ot usc this product for purposes other than those tisted on the label. 

Do not e)(ceed the rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES 

Mi)( only the amount of spray you expect to use each day, Do not allow mixed solution to sland overnight 

Do not use PROXYlP)wilh additiVes otherthan recommended on thIs label. 

AVOid sp'ills of concentrated product on spray equipmenl 

tMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® tS CORROSIVE_ 

EQutPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this produc\' prolonged exposure to spray deposas will damage acrytic plastics. certain pain Is, and 

metals 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces wilh a detergent and water wilhin one hour after e)(pOSUre to 

spray deposits. 

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Growth RegYlator: An application of PROXY@> slows the growth of lurfgrasses Ihus reducing Ihe required frequency ot mowing and 

Ihe volume of clippings collected. For best turfgrass growth rcgulallon, apply Proxy when daylime air lemperalures are 6SoF and rising, 

Applicalions when lower temperatures occur may result in poor performance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be applied Ollce 

lurfgress mowing hel'ghts have been eslabllshed for the season. Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has accumulated 

For besl resulls, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior 10 or following any Proxy application. 

POll gnnua Soedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively grOWing turf, al Ihe labeled rate (5 tl. oz-'tooO ft2) WII! 

provide suppression of Poa annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat appllcalions 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass, Repeat applications to predominately Poa Clnnlm or 

While Clover sites may be made al a 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label 

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APPLICATION StTES RATE SPRAY VOLUME J ! Turfgrass !'1rQw!h Regulj!tion Fairways, Roughs and S fI oz.l1000 112 05-4.0 galsflO{)O H2 

I and POll annqa and White Commercial Turfgrasses: such as , Clover Seedhtad Suppression: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass. Apply 10 actively growing turf. I! , Perennial Ryegrass. Tall & Fine 

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will require 7-tO days fa< Fescue PROXY® 10 act 

Reapplicalion inlervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks 

• Perennial Ryegrass.7 wks. ! 

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J • T alllFine Fescue-4 wks, 

• Bentmass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

• 00 not allow entry to Ireated areas until sprays have dried. 

• For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficienl volume ofwaler to provide unifonn coverage. ProxyllJ is foharty absorbed 

• Apply only to actively growing lurf, under favorable growing condillons, Ihat is not going inlo a dormancy period Do not treal lurfgrass 

with poor root syslems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or inseel damage. 

• Use of spreaders/stickers wilh PROXY® is not necessary 

• PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and malals Rinse 

Ihoroughly all exposed acrylic plastiC materials and painled surfaces wilh a detergenl and waler within one hour after exposure to 

spray deposils. 

Tesl lank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely . 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

By using this product, user or buyer accepts thO' followlng conditions, warrMty, and disclaimer of waffllnlles and limltalions of tiabilily 

CONDITIONS; The directions fur use of Ihis product are believed 10 be adequate and should be followed carefully HO'fflMH, beC1lu$d of eXlreme 

weather and soil cond'itions. manner of use ilInO other factors beyond Avent'u; Environmenlal Science's control, il is 1fnpossible for Avenlis 

Environmenlal Science 10 eliminale all risks associaled with the use of Ihis product As a result, crop injury or "'effectiveness is always posslb!e 

All such risks shall be assumed by the user or buyer, 

DISCLAIMER Of WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICUlAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No agent ot Avcntis 

Environmental Sciel\ce Is aulhorlzed 10 make any warranties bEyond th050 contained herein or to modify Ihe walfllfllies contained herein Aventls 

Environmental SCience disclaims any lillbllrty whatsoever for incidental or consequenllal damages, including, bul nol limiled 10, liability arising out of 

breach 01 conlfact express or implied warranty (including vtarranUes of merchantabilily and fitness tor a particular purposo), loft, negligence, Slilel 

ilability or otherwise 

LIMITATIONS Of LIABILITY, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER fOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DArMGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY. TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHAU NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ElECnON, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT 

<fAvenlis Environmenlal Science USA LP, 2000 

_et Contents: 

AvcnUs Environmental Science 

«5 Chestnut Ridge Rd. anNale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a rogislered Jrademark of the Aven{is Group 

PROXY® 5/8/02 SupplemenlalLaool for Califolnia 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE P R 0 Xy® Growth 

Regulator 

Supplemental label for California 

PROXY® 

Supplemental Label For 

California 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTive INGREDIENT: Ethephon {(2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acidr 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: 78.3% 

'Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 432·1230 

264-PA-01 

217% 

EPA Est. No. 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

S! usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a algu!cn para que so la expliquo a usted on detatle. 

Of you do not understand the tabor, find someone to explain It to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATIQN Emergencies ONLY Cal! 24 Hours A Day 1·800-334·7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Cat! 1-800·334·9745 

The use of this producllor a lIaliely of ptant growth regulation uses is covered by United Slates and foreign 

palents including U,S Patent 4,240,819, No license IS granted to use this product in cOuntries other than 

the United States or for any use not contemplated by this label. Liabitity for patent infringement may result 

from use or sale of this product outside the United States. 

FIRST AID ,u!~JNj~'Y~t(__ ,_ __ _ ~-! ~Hoj,2 eye 2Pe!! a.!l_d rins~ __ s!Q:w!y~arlfi 9!l:nlly wil)1 ~ateE for 1 ~.20_ mi~utt?s, 

Remove contact tenses, if presenl, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. -Call a polson control 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

'!~_'SV!AI:-~LqWEg; __ - ~_ -_ T §a!fa IiPi:0~n.£onirot_~l)ier,2'r-d_od.3;: i~:m~dialetYlorjr~~~ent ;advi_ce:_: ___ 

Have person sip a glass of water if abte to swaltow. -Do not induce vomiting untess told by a polson controt 

center or doctor. -Do not give BQYthing by mouth to an unconscious person, 

; t,(Olf ~!<!ti35!! __ C!:911ltli~_ -_ -= l~k~ ot co.!!ta!!ljn~edj!olhInJi, ,;:'RiDs-e ~,kinJ~rri~i'at~t'y ~th§t~!:1ty"oi , 

water lor t5·20 minutes. -Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

L, !FJtiHA~~__ =- =- ~ ,=:! }Aov~pe~orl~to ]re~h <ili~ 3f ~r!':On Js-n,21 ~ealhing~ c~1i ~11_~-r ___ - __ 

ambulance. and then give artificial respirallon preferably mouth- to-mouth If possible. -Call a poison 

control center or doctor for fur1her Irea!ment advice. ;- NaTE'TO PHYS!CTAN- '.- --, - -,- -- ~- --, --

--:~;:Q.~iti!e'~uCQs~ d~m~.ge)}1ai cqni@i~~!cale -tn_e- -~_se~Q(!i~'sfuc-,t~vage. "No_ sp~c;Ec aD_tid()te, is- ava'ltabJe, 

All treatments should be based on obsetved signs and symptoms 01 distress in the patient. Overexposure 

to maleriat:; other than this product may have occurred. Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation. 

should be kept under medica! observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of pulmonary edema_ !n a 

victim of overexposure by ingestion. careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. This materia! is an acid. but the use 01 atka!ine substances to neutrelize it is 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irrevensible eye damage, Wear safety goggles when handling, Harmful if swallowed or 

absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as 

this product wililiTitate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials that are chomical-resislant to this product are tisted below, If you want more oplions, follow 

the instructions for category A on an EPA chemical,resistance selection chart. 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long·sleeved shirts and long pants. chemical-resistant gloves 

made of any waterproof material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and 

protective eyewear. 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials thai have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this 

product concentrate, 00 not reuse them< Follow manufacturer's instructions tor cleaninglmaintaining PPE. 

If no such instructions for washables, use detergenl and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from 

other laundry . 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chew'lng gum, using tobacco or using Ihe loilel. 

Users should remove clolhing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body Ihoroughly and change 

into dean clothing. The conlaminaled clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should lemove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash Ihoroughly 

and c1lange inlo clean clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nol apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is prescnl or 10 inlertidal areas below the 

mean high watel mall.;. Do not contaminale water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

II Is it violation of Federal Law to use this product in it manner Inconsistent with its labeling. 

Do nol apply this ploducl in a way Ihat will contact workers or Olher persons, eilher directly or through drift 

Only protecled handlers may be in the area dusing application, For any requirements specific to your Siale 

or Tlibe, consullthe agency responsible fO/ pesticide regulalions, Read en lire label before using this 

product . 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do nol contaminate water, food. or feed by slorage and disposal. 

PESTICtDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is 

a ... iolation of Federal law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions. 

Contact your State Pesticide or envl/Onmenlal Conlrol Agency or the Hazardous Wasle representalive al 

Ihe nearest EPA Regional Olfice for guidance. Wasles resulling from the use of Ihis product may be 

disposed of on sile or al an approved waste disposal facility, 

CONT AtNER DISPOSAL 

Triple linse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose ot in a 

sanitary landfill or by incineration or if allowed by' slale and local authorilies, by burning, If burned. slay oul 

of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rales, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre). and spray equipmenl under 

varying temperature and rainfall conditions consult Aventls Environmenlal Science- Represenlalive for his 

experience with Ihis ploducl in your area. 

Apply only to actively growing lurf, under favorable growing conditions, Ihat is nol going into a dormancy 

period. Do noltreat turfgrass with poor root syslems Of glOwing under stress due to poor soil condllions, 

droughl, and disease or insect damage, 

Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive Ihatch has accumulated. 

Do nol contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes, 

Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drifllo nearby crops, as this ploduct will cause modifications in plant growth, Piant injury may 

resulL 

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

Do not exceed Ihe rale of PROXY® per aCre pel year recommended on Ihis label. 

DO NOT MIX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES 

MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC FUMES.Mix only the amount of splay you expect 

to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnighL 

Do not use PROXY® with additives OUler Ihan recommended on this label. 

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Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROX'f®' IS CORROSIVE, 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nalure of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic 

plastics, certain paints, and metals, 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted surfaces wilh a detergent and water 

within one hour after exposure 10 spray deposits, 

TURF 

Growth Regutator: An applicatlon of PROXY® slows Ihe growlh of turfgrasses thus reducing the required 

frequency of mowing Md the volume of clippings collected. For best lurfgrass growth regUlation, apply 

Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65~F and rising, Applications when lower temperatures occur 

may result in poor performance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be appfled once turfgrass 

mowing heights have been established for the Season. A','oid Proxy use in areas where excessi','c thatch 

has accumulated. For best results, a','oid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior 10 or following any Proxy 

application. 

Poa annua Seedbead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, 10 actively growing turf, at the labeled rate 

(5 fl. oz.l1000 fF) will provide suppression of Poa annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for 

maximum performance. Repeat applicalions should be made at the intelVals specified in the chart for thc 

desired turfgrass. Repeal applications to predominately Poa annua or White Clo','er sites may be made al 

a 6-7 week intervaL Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the labeL 

", StfES RATE 

'" SPRA"v VOLUME ( rurfgrass' GroWth RegulatIon and Poa-anfw8 a~ndWh!ta Clover Seedhoad S"uppress'jon: ~pely).o:. 

actively growing turf. II will require 7-10 days for PROXV® to act Reapplication intelVals; • Kentucky 

Bluegrass-7 wks .• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks, • Tall/Fine Fescue-<I wks .• Bentgrass---4 wks. 

FailWays, Roughs and Commercial Turfgrasses: such as Benlgrass. 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 5 It oz.l1000 ft2 

0.5---4.0 9al$11000 f!2 

U§O Limitations: 

• Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried, 

• For best results, apply WIth sprayer ttl sufficient ','olume of water to provide uniform coverage. Pro)(y@ 

is foliarly absorbed. 

• Apply only to aclively growing turf, under favorable grOWing conditions, Ihat is not going into a 

dormancy period. Do not treat turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under slress due to poor 

soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage, 

• Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXY® is not necessary. 

• PROXY® is an acidic product <lnd prolonged exposure to spray depoSils will damage acrylic plastics, 

certain painls and metals. Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastiC materiats and painted surfaces 

with a detergent and water within one hour aller exposure to spray deposits. 

Test lank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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By Ll5tOg Ihis plOducl. user or buyor accepts the following conditions, warranty. and disclaimer of warranhcs and 

Hmilalions of liability. 

CONDIT/ONS: The dlNetton:; for LIse of this prOduct are believed 10 be adequate an-d 5110(lld be followed carcl\JUy 

However. because of extreme weather and soil conditions, manner of LIse and other factors beyond Avenlts 

EnVtfOOlllenlal Science's IXllllrol, it is Impossible for Aveni's EnVironmental Science 10 eliminate alllisks associaled 

wilh lhe \lse of lhis product Arr. a resul!, crop injury or inoffecltvenes$ is always possible AU such risks shall be 

assumed by lhe user or buyer. 

DISCLAIME.R OF WARRANTIeS; THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF 

MERCHANTABIliTY OR OF FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE DR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND 

BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No aganl of Avenl's Envt'ronmonfal Stienw is Il\Ilholil€W 

10 make any warronliOll beyond lholl" conlainoo hClein or 10 mOd'tfy Iho warrantlell conlained heretn, Avonl'S 

Envirollmonlal SClellce dtsclaimS any liabilrty whalsoever for tllCldenlal or consequenltal damages. mcludmg. bul nol 

limtled 10, liabIlity ;lnlling oul 01 breach of conlract. 8>:press or implred WiHUlilly (incll)(!il19 warranlies 01 

merctJanlabifity and filne" for a particular purpose). lori, negligence, slrict 1i1ibiUty or olherwise. 

LIMITATIONS OF lIABILfT'f: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL 

LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDllNG OF THIS PRODUCT 

WHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABlllTY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL 

NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT AVENTlS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, THE 

REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT 

:sAvenlis EnVironmental Science USA LP, 2000 

Net Contents: 

Aventis Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Ihe Avenlis Group 

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\ D Aoa!)6y Itn.r datlld • RewlHnlniclf) in r\lopOMII 10 Agel'KY hmer datli>d ".~T(>/)" Appfio.ation. 

0 \ HcUrio.tion· Explain below. o /Olher' Exphoin betow. 

Explanstion: UIO Bddltjon31 pOl}f>lellf nteollllilry. {for netion I II Sectioti " II.) 

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Section \ III 

1. Meterial Thk Prodlld. Wi ... Poeluo~d In: - \ ChlkH~uiltlltl1 PeckBoing Unit Peck&g11'lO Water S~llb!t. P~koOhtO 2. Type of Contzliner By"· N. BY" N. B ::' \ §~W Plulie 

- (ibn'Ul 

~lC8tion must 

If ~y"~ No. pel If ~Ye,· -. NO.:!1~1 Pep~1 

Unlt P.ckllgi"9'~gl. container Peci:l'IQ!e wgt conl~er Otollr (Specifyl btl $ubmltt&d 

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3. looelion of Not Conlent" tntflrmtltlOn. ,- 4. Sile{w) neWI CeMbin..r j loeat':m of Lebet Directions 

0 o Contai~.··' 0,,,,,,, ""ol \ On LiUullino aeoomp.anyi"ng prrxtucl 

6. Mannor In Which Lobell. Af"flxe:d 10 Produet athoorepo o Otlw \ 

Peper ~U$d Sttne1 ed 

Section ·IV 

1. Contoot Point ICompillf. ill11m: dinu:dy bemw tOf iCfffllifletJticn uf inCNidus/ ta I);t fiOflliic:l.d, H Il#C#b!yy. lQ procuge We JJppJiclltwn.j 

N~ Title TeI&phono Nil.. {Include Aroe CoQol 

Certification 6. Dato Apptc4tion 

I et:!rtity that the 'tl:lt&ment~ I Mve mede on thi$ ham and nil IIttilchl'nents thmoto au, true, IXlcuruto lind eompbte, RlX1$1vad 

I aelwowied08 that IIny knowlnWy talu cr tnl£iemi"inQ $llItetmnt may b .. puNfh!blt by fiM!lr impri&of"il'OOnt or (Stamped) both under 4ppilcilbl(l low. 

2. SigrnHuI8 3. TIdo 

4. Typed NlilTlo 5. DII~" 

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'NMN"i}I",tI, DC 20480. 

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4. FiVIli ~*a of drd: llilid;"G: 

5, Thnw c"Pi" of """"Y t,1&1/; /;4wni\t&d; 

6. A",th:trjz!!tkm ktHH WheN! *wi:,;;ebk; 

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te-,-;infiltion. 

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Numb" 2. EPA Producl MMmgm 

432-1230 Ms. r.\ nthi::> Giles Parker .-- ~NOno o Rootricud 

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~- ~' . ;5. Nome 6fId Addr • ., 01 Applicanl Ilnchifhl ZIP CorN} ~'. Expedited Reveiw. In accordance wi1h AFRA Section 3{c){31 

Aventis Environmental Science USA, LP Ib)(i). my product is similar or idCfltiCilI in oomPQsition and Illbeling 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road t~,-

Montvale, NJ 07645 EPA Reg. No. 

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RHUbmilillon in fCIIJpon •• 10 AgencV IeItIN' dated ,. _______ ·Me Too· Application. 

NotifiUlwn • ExplAin below. ~ Othe, - Explain billow. fEB , 8 ~\lIl2 

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u •• ttddlllo,* P.'II) IT naI>05.""'Y. IFor "aclion 14nd 51t(:tlon 11.) 

ThIs Mtificatlon is !:OOS!5lenl with tho prollitions of PR Notice 98-tO and EPA rogulatiom 1lI40 CFR 152.46, and no othru" ctwngcs have bIlen made 10 Inc 

labeling or the oonlidenHal stahunent offormula of !his product. I uOOcrtltmd IMt il lit <I '.'ioJ1l1ton of ta U.S,C. Sec. tOOt to willfully make any fAlse stalemenl 

10 EPA. I furthcr underoland lhal if1hls notiffcaHoo is not COI'lSiMent with the lorms of PR Nollco 98-tO and 40 CFR t52.46, lhis producr may 00 in violation of 

FIFRAand I may be Wbjer.110 enkWeemrwl aetion and pM&!ties tmder soctiOO5 t2 and t4 of FIFRA. 

- Minor lel([ change 

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Telephone No.IIn<:luda Al'H Coda' 

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Certlficatlon 

I caltifv thai: Iha lilelomenls I MVO made an INs (omn and aU attochnumt. thorelo ... troe, _ltIt, end CQfnple~, 

I .okno ...... llid90 lhat any ImowlinoUv fo/ .. or mitHoedklg.~ rmrrv be puri!rhebf, by fi,.. or imprisomwnt or (Stamped) both una., appIIc.bIo low. 0 

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LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

PROXY® Growth Regulator 

General label revisions: 

Removed the "Do not use on golf course greens" wording under the Use Limitations of the 

Turf Section of the label . 

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MOTlFICATlON 

FEB 1 8 2002 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ................................................................................................................................... 76.3% 

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entillndo 18 etiquota. busque a algut.n para que .. fa expIique a uatod en detail •• 

(If you do not understand the habet, find someono to explain It to you In detail.) 

not contemplaled 

FIRST AID 

CLOTHING: 15-20 minutes. 

, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably mouth· 

Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate Ihe use of gastric lavage. ·No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure 10 materials other than this product may have 

OCCtJrrecL 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation. should be kept under 

pulmonary edema. In a victim , careful 

for up to 72 hours for 

due to the 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

onset of 

stomaooor 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on clothing, Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product wiN irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materials that are chemical-resistant 10 this product are listed below. It you want mow options, foNow the instructions for 

category A on an EPA chemlcal-res1stance scNection chart 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof 

material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride. shoes plus socks and protective oyGWeaL 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drooched or heavily contaminated with ttI!s product concentrate. 00 

not reuse them. Follow manufactUf@f'S instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for wa$hables, use 

detergent and hot wate,," Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safely Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or uSing the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into ctean 

dothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas Where surface water Is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark._ Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with Its labollng. 

Do not apply this product in 3 way that win contact workers or other persons, ruther directly or through drift Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regutations. Read entire tabel before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

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

PESTICIDE DISpOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposat of excess pesticide. spray mixture, Of rinsate is a viotatk;o~n,:O~;f>:~::::1 Law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions. COfItact your State Pesticide or ~ i 

Control Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the ooarest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from 

use of this producl may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

I CC>NT,"Nf,R DISPOSAL 

puncture and dispose of in a sanitary tandfill or 

out of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rates. spray vOlumes (galtons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your arett 

_!'WIY only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that Is oot going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

WJlurfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soli conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has accumulated. 

Do not contaminato water used for irrigation or domestic pUrposes. 

Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby croPS. as this product win cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those Ilstoo on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MtXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day, Do not allow mixoo solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXY® with additives other than recommended on this labe/, 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® tS CORROSIVE 

EQUtPMENT ClEANtNG 

Because of the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposits win damage acrylic plastics, certain paints. and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acryflC-plastlc materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water wlth'ln one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits. 

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TURF 

GfQWth Regulator. An application of PROXV® slows lhe growth of lurfgrasses Ihus reducing the required frequency or mowing and 

the volume of clippings col/octed, For best tungra:m growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65"F and 

rising. Applications when lower 1000penliures occur may (esull in poor performance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be 

applied once turfgrass mowing heights have been Bslablished for the soosorL Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has 

accumulated. For best results, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. 

Poa iIIlIlUB Set<:!he4d Suppression: FoUsr application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at lhe labeled rale (5 fl. oz.J1000 Ie) will 

provide suppression of Poa annU8 and white clover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performanoo. Repeal appUcalions 

should be made at the intervals specified in Ihe chart for the desired turfgrass, Repeat applications to predominately Po8 snnUll or 

White Clover sites may be made al a 6-7 week int(!(Val. Follow other general recommendations and pre<:auliOflS 011 the labeL 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

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Turfgrass Growth Regulation FailWsys, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1000 ft2 0.5--4.0 gals/lOoo tt2 and -illOllil and White Commercial Turfgrasses', such as 

Clover Seedhead Suppm.lon: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Apply 10 actively growing turf. I! Perennial Ryegrass, TaU & Fine 

wfU require 7·10 days fo' Fescue 

PROXY® to act 

I Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass~ 7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentaffiss·4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

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Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have drie<t 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sulfident volume of water to provide unironn coverage. Proxy® Is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing condflions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

tUrfgrass W'ith poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil condilions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Use of spreaders/slickers with PROXV® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and profonged exposure to spray depoSits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly aU exposed acsyllc plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one trour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tank mixet> W'ith other products on a small area betore using wideiy, 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

Read the entire Directions for Use, Conditions, Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitations of Liability before using this product. II 

terms are not acceptable, return the unopened product container al once. By using this product, user or buyer accepts the 

following conditions, warranty, and disclaimer of warranties and limilations of liability, 

CONDITIONS: The directions for use of this product are believed 10 be adequate and should be followed carefully. However, 

because of extreme weather and soil conditions, manner of use and other factors beyond Aventis Environmental Science's 

control, it is Impossible for Aventis Environmental Science to eliminate all risks associated with the use of this product. As a 

result. crop injUry or ineff&Ctiveness is always possIble. All such risks shaH b& assumed by the user or buyer. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF 

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS 

LABEl. No agent of Avenlls Environmental Science Is authorized to make any warranties beyond those contained herein or to 

modify the warranties contained herein. Avantis Environmental Science dlscla!ms any liability whatsoever for incidefllal or 

consequential damages, including, but not limited to, liability arising out of breech of contract, express Of' implied warranty 

(including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose), tort, negligence, strict liability or othetWise. 

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND All LOSSES, INJURIES 

OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, 

TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABtLiTY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT 

AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECnON, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. fa ©Aventis Environmental Science USA LP, 2000 

Net Contents: 

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95 Chestnut Rtdge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 01645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of the Aventls Group 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECT!ON AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

OFF!CEOF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES AND 

lOXIC SUSSTANCFS 

Mr. Richard M. Gorrell 

A ventis Environmental Science USA, LP 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

Dear Me Gorrell: 

Subject: Revised Labeling 

PROXY~' Gn)\,<1h Regulator 

EPA Registration Nurnher 432--1230 

JUN 5 200/ 

Yom Submissions Dated May 31, 2001 and JUll~ 4, 2UOI 

The labeling referred to abbvc. submiHcd in connection with registration under the 

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticidl:' Act, us amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy 

is enclosed for your records. Please submit one (1) copy of your final printed labeling before 

releasing lhc product ror shipment. 

If you have any q\lcstions or cOlicems, plc,L<;e contact me at (703) 305-7740, 

Enclosure: Product label stamped "ACCEPTED" 

Sincerclv vours - . , 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Product Manager (22) 

''-ungicide Branch 

Registrtllion Division 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use . 

. :or use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon ((2·chloroethyl)phosphonic acid)" , ..... 

g;ml;~ INGREDIENTS: 

"Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg, No, 432-1230 EPA Esl No. 264-PA..()1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no entiende In etlqueta, busque ill algulen para que sola expUquo a usted en dctalJo. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you in detatl.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION EmergentiG. 2tl!::X Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800·33ot·7577 

For PRODUCT USelnfonnatlon Call 1-800-334--9745 

. ... ,,21.7% 

...... 78_3% 

_ he use of this product for a variety 01 plant growth regulation uses is covered by United States and foreign patents induding U.S_ Palent 

,240,819. No license is granted \0 use this product in countries other than the United Stales or for any use not contemplated by this tabel. 

Liabillty for palent infringement may result from use or sate 01 this product outside the Uniled States. 

water if able to swallow. 

tok! by a poison controt center ordoctoL 

for 15·20 minutes. 

;~:~;)::'hi09, can 911 or ambutance. and then give artiflCiat respiration preferably mouth-

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Probabte mucosat damage may contraindicale the u,w of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available Att lreatments should be based 

on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the paUent. Overexposure to materials other than this product may halts occurred. 

VICtims of severo overexposure. by 

edema, tn 

oh",',< h" >'""' under medicat observation '"' "" '" 72 hours for delayed onset 01 pulmonary 

lavage is required slomach or esophageat 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversibte eye damage. If.Jear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallO'Jied or absorbed through skin. Do not 

get in eyes or on clolhing. AVOId conlaCl wilh skin, Do not inhatevapors, as Ihis product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some materiats that are chemic~Meslstalltto \his product are listed belewl. tf you want more options. lollow the instructions for category A 

011 an EPA chemical· resistance selection chart 

Applicalors and other handters must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, chemical-resistant gtoves made of ally waterproof material 

such as polyethylene or pOlyvinyl dtIoride. shoes plus socks and proteclive eyewear, 

Discard dOlhing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product concentrate, Do not 

1use them, FoUow manufacturer's instrUClions for deaningimaintaining PPE tf no SUdl inslructions for washables, use detergent and hot 

.~8ter. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry, 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users shoold wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using IOMCOO or using the toile! 

Users should remove dolhing immediately if pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into dean clothing. The 

.ontaminaled clothing should be washed oofore reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into dean dOlhing. 

Wash the outside of lOves before remo'lln ' 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly 10 water, or to afeas where surface waler is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do nol 

contaminate walerwhen disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal Law to use U,is product in a manner inconsistent with its labeUng, 

Do no! apply this product in a way that wiR contee! workers or other persons, e'lther directly or through drift Only protected handlers may be 

in the area during applicallon. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe. consult the agency responsible for pesticide 

regulaUons. Read enlire label before using this product 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

I~;:;~~~~;~~~i ':'~;:;'''.fOOd, or feed by storage and disposet 

If DISPOSAL 

I ~~;:;~::~:~':~, are acutely hazardous. tmproper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or nntate is a violation of Federal 

It: cannot be disposed of by use aCCOrding ,to tabet instructions, Conte;lct your State Pesticide or environmentat C~~~;:' :~:~~I the Hazardous IJ'I.1ste repre$entative attha nearest EPA Re{I!Onal Office for guidance. \Nastes resulting from the use of this 

be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposat facility. 

DtSPOSAL 

Then offer fOf iti i or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary tandfill or by incineration 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rates, spray -votumes (gallons of water per acre). and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

Apply onty to actively growing turf. under favomble growing conditions, tflat is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat turfgrass with Ff root syslems or grOWing under stress due to poor soit conditions. drought, and disease or Insect damage, 

Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatch has accumulated. 

Do nol contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 

Do not apply PROXV® througt, any type of irrigation system 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth Plant injury may result. 

Do not use thl's produc! for purposes other than those tisled on lhe label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this tabel. 

DO NOT MIX PROXy%' \foAm AMMONIUM THtOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not atlow mixed solution to stand overnight 

Do not use PROXy1!i with additives other than recommended on thiS label. 

A",oid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment 

tMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPtLLS VvlTH PLENTY OF INATER AS PROXY® tStORROSlVE. 

EQUtpMENT CLEANING 

Because of the aCidiC nature of thiS product, prolonged exposure io spray deposits will damage acryhc plastics, certain paints. and metats, 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic matenals and painted surfaces wah a detergent and waterwilhin one hour after exposure to 

}pray deposits, 

TURF 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY€) slows the growth of turigrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and the 

volume of clippings coHeeled. For bestturfgrass growth regulaliOf1, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 6S'F and rising. 

Applications when lower temperatures occur may rasull In poor performance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be applied once 

turfgrass mowing heights have been eslablished for the season. Avoid Proxy usc in areas where excessive thatch has accumulated For 

best n:~suHs, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 wceks PriOf 10 or following any Proxy app~calion. 

loa annua Socdhead SupproSSion: Fofiar applicalion of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 fl. oz.l1000 If) wih provide 

suppression of Pea amwa and white clover seedheads, AHov12·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications should be made 

atlhe inlCNals specified in the chart for the desired tungrass. Repeat applications to predominately Poa annua or lMite Clover siles may 

be made at a (;,,7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precaulions on the labeL 

APPUCATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Rogulation FaIrways, Roughs and 5 n. oz.l1DOO ft2 0.5-4.0 gals(1ooo ft2 

aod Pas annul! and While Commen:::!al Turfgrasses: such as 

Clover Seedhgad Suppression: Bcntgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Appfy to actively growing turf ttwiU Perennial Ryegrass, TaU &. Fine 

require 7·10 days for PROXY® 10 

Fescue 

,ct. 

• Reapplication jnlervels: 

• Kenlucky Bluegrass·7 wks. , 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TatllFine Fescue--4 wks. 

• Benlorass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated ?feas unlit sprays have dried. 

For best resulls, apply with sprayer in sufficient, volume of water to provide uniform coverage< ProxYh is fotiarly absorbed. 

,'2_, Apply only to aclively growing turf, under favorabte growing conditiOfls, that IS not going into a dormancy period Do nottreatturtgrass 

""~;,.' with poor root systems or growing under streM due 10 poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insad damage. 

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D(inoJ~)rr9Olf:oourQ"g're9ns. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXy4il is not necessary 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposils will damage acrylic plastics. certain paints and metats, Rinse 

thoroughly all exposed aCl)'lic plas1ic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water wlthin one hour after exposure to spray 

deposits, 

Test tank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USE 

8y u1ing Ihis proctucl, lliIer or buyer aCa!plll the lollowing COndilions, warranty. and diwaimer of warrarnies and limllalions 01 liability. 

CONDITIONS: The du-ections lor l.M>e 01 IhlS prodUCI are belie'o'l~d 1000 <ldequalO and should be lollawcd carefully However, \x!CIIUU! of c~tmme 

weather and so~ condilions, manflt'f 01 U!le and other laclOR; beyond Avenl!S Environmcnlal Sclenco's control, II is Impossible lor Avenhs 

Environmenlal Scienco to ellmmale all nsks anocia\ed wilh Ihe use 01 Ihis product As a resulL crop injnry or ineffectiveness is always possIble. All 

such nsks liMit be assumed by \he user or buyer. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES' THERE ARE NO WARRAN'llES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER\o\\SE. 'I'/rllCH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON TH1S LABEL No agent of A~n~s 

Environmenlal Science \s ilulhoJ1lod 10 make any warranlins beyond those contained herein or 10 mo<Ilfy (ne warranties cOfllaiM\J Ilerein. Avell\is 

Environmenlal Science disdainlS ilny I;atilhty whalsoever for inCIdental or consequential damll!)es, inclutling, but not limiled 10, Uabitily ari&mg Oul of 

breach of conlfacl. eXPfess or implied warranty (oneluding warr3!\lies 01 merc/1anlatllijly and filness for a paniculJr purpose). tort n~l!g(lI1CC. strict 

liabmty or otherwi~e. 

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY THE EXCLUSIVE RE",IEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY ANO All LOSSES. INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDliNG OF THIS PRODUCT 'NI-tETIiER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT. NEGLIGENCE. STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTH[RlHlSE. SHAll NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, OR AT AVENTIS ENViRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

tA>.(enli~ En~ironment31 Scienro USA lP, 2000 

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95 Chcstnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a regislere<llrademark of the Allentis Group 

PROXV@fi}s''01 Nohl 

JUN 5 2001 

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Aventis Ellvironmental Science 

February 12, 2002 

Sherda Hobgood 

Do(Ument Proccssing Desk (APPL) 

Dllice 01 Peslicide Programs (H7504Q 

US. Environmental Prolection Agrncy 

Room 266A, Crystal Mall 2 

1921 jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202·4$01 

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[PAU2 RM G0212 ProxyGreen No t il 

Fedex 

RE: Notifying the Agency 01 Minor Text Change to Pro~)'® Plant Growth Regulator Label (EPA reg. no. 432·1230) 

Dear Ms. Hobgood: 

Aventi> Environmental Sden(e (AES) i~ notilying the Agency of minor wording change on the Proxy label. AfS has 

removed \hf' wording "Do not use on goll (OursI.' greens~ under the heading!lsf:Jj~ in the Turf Section 01 

the labC'1. Since POX¥ use on greens i~ not (In issue with phytotoxicity, thi" wording is no longer (lppmpriate. 

This submission Conlain'> Ihe \ollowing informalion: 

t. Comp!cted EPA Form 8570·1 

L Copy of EPA,wproval Letter (06/05101) 

l 5 copies of t/le revised Proxy labE'l 

1I you have any que.tions. lei mc know. 

e Sincerely, 

Richdrd M. Gorrell 

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CC George Raymond 

Jim Fetter 

Joe Conti 

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PROX~ NOTIFICATION 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. JuN 1 2 20(1 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2<hloroelhyl)phosphonlc acid]' ." ........ "" .................. "..... ... 21.7% 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: ............................................................................ "......... .......... ........... . ... 78.3% 

~Contalns 2 pounds ethephon per gallon, 

EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 EPA Est No. 264-PA-01 

CLOTHING: 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no enUende ta etlqueta. bosque a algulon para que S8 fa oxplique iii ualed on dotalJe. 

(If you do not unthmtand the label, find someone to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEOICAL And TRANSPQRTATION Emergencies Q!bY Call 24 Hout1l A Day 1-800·334-7577 

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open I 

contact looses, then continue rinsing eye 

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-Have person Sip a of water if able to swallow. 

-Do not induce ,,),,~ft'" unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

ofwalOf for 15-20 mlnutcs. 

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-If person is nol breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preforab!y mouthlo-mouth jf possible. 

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NOTE 

Probable: mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be 

based on observed signs and symploms ot dislress in the patient. Overexposure to malerials other than this product may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kepi under medical obWNation for up to 72 hours IOf de4ayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure 1 is required due to the or 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS •••• 

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Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling, Harmful If 8wa~~~ or absortied ft1rough skin. 

00 not get In eyes or on Clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this prodUd; will.mlat~UCOU5 membranes. • • •••• 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) .. : •• : •••••• 

Some materials that are cnemical-resistant to this product ate listed below. If you want more OWiW: fOliow-t6ioj~.tructions for 

category A on an EPA chemical-reststance setectkln chart •• :.. • • 

Applicators and other handlers must woor long-sleeved shirts and long pants, chemical-rosistant gloves maded.any waterproof 

material such as polyethytene or polyvinyl Chloride, shoos plus socks and protective eyewoor. • ••••• 

Discard clothing: and other absorbent materials that have b&en drenched or heavily contaminated with this prool):-U'4'fOOtrate. Do 

not reuse lhem. Follow manufacturer's instructIons for Cleaning/malntainlng?PE. If no such instructions for washables, use 

detergent and hot water. Keep and wasil PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Us«s should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the loUe!. 

Users should remove clothing immediafely If pesticide gets inside, Thoo wash body thOroughly and Change into dean clothing. The 

contaminated do1hing shOuld be washed before reusc. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change mto clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to wale(, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas bdow the mean high waler mark, Do 

nol contamlnale water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Fedoral Law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

Do not ap/iy this product in a way thai will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only prOleded handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requIrements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the ag&"lCY fe!;porlsibla for 

pMtlCide mgutalions. Read entire label before uSIng this pcoduct 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

not contamlnale water, food, or feed by storage and disposaL 

I PEST""OE DISPOSAL 

I p, .. lidde wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violatii'O~"'i'O;;f,:~:~:: I 

If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to labei instructions. Contact your State Pesticide or e i I C(mtroll Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Reglonat Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from the 

this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

I CCINT,"NI,R DISPOSAL 

rinse (or Then offer for or reconditioning or and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or 

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rates, spray volume$; (gallons of water pe1 acre), and spray equipment under varying tempernture and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Scitmoo Representative for his experience with thIs product In yoor aroo. 

~Iy only to actlVGIy growing turf, under favorable growing condltions, that Is not going Into a dormancy period, Do not treat 

.rfgtass with poor root systems or grOViing und()( stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and dIsease or insect damage, 

Avold Proxy use in areas whe-o exce~sive thatch has accumulated. 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 

00 not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby ctops, as this product will cause modifications In plant growth. Plant injury may resUlt, 

Do not usa this product for purposes other than those Hated on the label. 

Do not excood the rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this labeL 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONtUM THIOSULFATE, SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

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Avoid spills of concentrated product on splay equipment 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROxYfl IS CORROSlVE< 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

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Growth Regulotor: An application of PROXY® skrus the growth of torfgrasses thus redUCing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected, For best turfgrass growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 65"F and 

rising. Applicatioos when lower temperatures occur may feWll In poor performance for clipping reductions. Proxy should only be 

applied once lutfgrass mowing heights havo boon established for the seasOn. Avoid Proxy use In areas w1we excessive thatch has 

accumulated. For best results, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior to or following any Proxy application. 

POI annua SoedhO@d Suppr$$Slon: Foliar applicatiOn of Proxy, to activcly growing turf, at the labeled rale (5 fl. ozJ1ooo re) will 

provide SUPPf(!Sston of Pas annul) and while dover soodheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance, Repeat applications 

should be made al the intEfVals specified in the chart for the dO$lred turfgrass. Repeal applications 10 predomlnalely Pea aonull or 

While Clover sit&8 may be made al a 6-7 week interval, Follow other general recommendations and precaullons on Ihe label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

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and -i!lD.1JB. an!! White Commercial T urfgrasses: such as 

Clover Seedhhd Suppresston: Beotgrass, Kenlucky Bluegrass. 

Apply to actively growing turf. I! Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7-10 days for Fescue 

PROXY® to act. 

Reapplication inteNals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wits. 

• Perenniat Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TalllFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• 8entgrass-4 wks. 

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Do not allow entry to treated areas umil sprays have dried. 

For best resulls, apply wilh sprayer in sufficient volume of waler to provide uniform coverage. Proxy® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favoraWe growing conditions. that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

lurfgrass with poor root syslems or growing under stress due 10 poor sOli OOfldlt1ons, drought, and disease or Insecl damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/slicker$. with PROXY® is not necessary . 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray depOSits wi!! damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metars. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure 10 spray deposits. 

Test lank mixes wilh other products on a small area before using Widely. 

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By Olirrg this product, \,IS« or buyer ~!he ~ coodiUons, Wl!Ii1'Ilnty, end discl:aimerd W1ItTWIties and !ilnl1atiOns cflisbility. 

CONDI11ONS: The c.Iirectiona for IJ!O cf this product are ~ 10 b& adequate and shoo/d be fctla.Yed cerefu!I'J. Ho.wr.er, becsuGe ol ~ 

wet:tl'lC( and sod coodi&:m. manner of use and nth« factors 00y0nd Aventis Enwoomeotm SciOf'lce'$ contrcl. it is impooible fu Avenin ErMroomenta! 

Scieooe- to eliminate all rfuks co.~aIOO with !he ut-e of illiG. pro1ucL As a *ult. crop inJUI)' ct Indfl!lC~ is !Wmy& po$~ibIa NI!ItlCh rtsk:t shall 00 

llfiumed by the U!Klf or buyer. 

DISCLAIMER Of' WARRANTIES: THERE ME NO WARRMmES, EXPRESS OR IMPUEO, OF MERCI-wITABIUTY OR OF FlThlESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE. WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON nus LABEL No IIQ$1t of Aventis 

Eoviroomental Sdcnoo i$ IilI.IIhorU:fld to rr.akb My 'I-o'tlffiIlltloo 00y00d \hOse cootained hemin or to mcdify the \WI!TlIf\tie& contained hamln. A\IM'1t1s 

Emir~ Science disclaims My liability whaaOl!!N'af fur irIcIdenta! or c:ormquentiaI derrn:!fJes, including. but oct !imi!l!ld to, liability tvis-lng out of 

breech d conlta::t, ~ or implied WlIITlIflty ilnduding W3I"f8Ii.ies of rnercJwJtabmty I!IIId f)tIles$ tOf a pMlcvbr PtIfPOUI), tort, negIigoocc:. 1I!rlct IIabI5ty 

Of otIlerwiH, 

UMITATIOKS OF LIABILITY: THE EXCWSIVE REMEDV OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND AU.. LOSSES, INJURIES OR CN'JAAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT VllHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY, TORT. NEGUGENCE, STRICT 

UABIUTYOR OTHERWISE, SHAll NQTEXCEEO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO, OR AT AVENT!S Ef'MRONMENTAl SCiENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPlACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

iOAvenUs EoW"oomeotal Scienca USA LP, 2000 

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95 Cbestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of the Avootis Group 

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June 6, 2001 EP AOl RM G06tJ6ProxyFi na I Pri nt 

Fedex 

Cyn!hia Giles·Parker· PM (22) 

Fungicide Oramh-Regbtralion Division 

Document Processing Oesk (APPL) 

office of Peslicide Programs (l-I7S04() 

U.S, Environmen!af Proledion Agency 

Room 266A. Cryswl Ma!! 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 222024501 

RL Proxy@ Pian! Growth Regula!or Final Print wile! (EPA reg. no. 432·12"30) 

Dear Ms, Gi!es-Parker: 

III response to your feller 01 approval for Proxy Growth RC'gulator dale<! june 5, 2001, ! am sending you a final print !abel. 

This submission (on!ains !he following information; 

1. Comp!e!ed EPA Form 8570-1 

L Copy of EPA approvalleller (06/06101) 

3. 1 copy of !he Proxy !inaf printed label 

!f you !lave any Ques!ions, ler me know. 

Sincerely . 

, /1.;b ~uL( Richard M. GOlfe!! 

End. 

CC: Joe Cont[ 

Jim FeUer 

George Raymond 

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A vcntis Environmental Sciem:c I :S,\. fJ) 

95 ChestnuI Ridgt' Road 

Mnntvule, ~J 07645 

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Subject: Revised Labeling 

PROXY" Growth Rcguitnor 

EPA Registration 1\ umber 432~ 1230 

Y (llJr SuhmissioJls Dated }v1ay 31.200 I <md Jmlc 4. 200 r 

lh: labeling referred to above. suhmitted in COlll]!:ctinn with registration under lhe 

Ft'<icmJ lnsecticidt'. hmgicide. and R(Jeicnticidc Act ilS anlclldcd, is ~lCccpwbh:, A st;llllpcd copy 

is l"nclosed f(w your rccQrtis. Please submit Qlle (I) copy or your nnal printed labeling bcf(l\\~ 

releasing the product lor shipment. 

lryou have <Illy <]uC'.stioJls or CUllcerns. rie,lSC contact me at (703) 305~7740, 

Lnc!OSUfC: Prnduct hlbel stamped >. A( 'CEPTEIF 

Sincerely YOllr!-i. 

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('yllthia (ll lcs-Purkcr 

Prmiud Mallagcr (22) 

rungicide Umnel! 

Registratinn Diyjsion 

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For Commercial Use 0."iY~_'N"o"'t"Fc:o"'r:..R"e"'s"'i"d"'e"nt"i:a'"I..,U"s"e"_. _______________ _ 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [12-chloroelhyl)phosphonic aCid)" 

OTHER INGREDIENTS: 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i ustcd no cnticnde 13 etlquela. busque a .. Igulen para que 5e 13 explique a usted en detallc.>. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail,) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencles ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1.s00·334·7S77 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call 1·800..334-9745 

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The use of thiS product fer a 1J3riety of plant growlh regu!alion uses IS covered by Unl!ed Siaies and roreign patents mdudtnQ U S Pater: 

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4.240,819. No license IS granted to use thIS product In rounlnes other than Ihe United Slales or for a~,y use not contemplated tly Ihis latl~1 

>""""b~,I"dYL!>fc"' .. p~,"le"n"t~in"f~"n"g"e"n~",,n"'"n";a"Yc,~e"u"l"t"I,~o"mCu","eCo~,-,s"a"'eCo"fCI"h"i'"PC'od""u"o"I~"""I"s",d"e.!l"he""U"n",'",",,-,S~"~t,,e,s~~~~~_~~~~~~~~ 

CLOTHING: 

open .~.'m,);e contad I 

, ·Have person SIP a 

-Do nol induce 

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person 1 0If 

< lhen continue rinsing eye. 

control center or doctor 

I 15·20 minutes 

,If person is not brealhlng, call91t or ambulance. and lhen !}I\IE arMoal respiration preferably mooth. 

to·mouth if possiblE. . 

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Probable mucosal darnage- may contraindicate the use 01 gaslric lavage No specrfic antKjote IS available, Aillrealmenls shoukl be b,,$\K! 

on observed Signs and symploms o! distress In the patienl Overexposure lo materials olher than this preduct may have occurred_ 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalallOn. shoutd be kept under medical obsewat)Qn for up to i2 hours for delayed onsel of pulmonary 

edema In a victim of overexposure careful g(!stric lavage is reqUired due to lhe posslbllrty of slomach or esophageal 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosl\Ie Causes irreverSible eye damage Wear satety goggles when handling. Harmful d swallOWed or absorbed through skin Do rOl 

get In eyes or on clolh'l1g AVOid conlacl w,th skin Do nol inhale liapors, as 1M,s product Will ,rrltale IT_t:COU'l' membranes 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some matenals lhat are chemlcal·r;"!Slstant to Ihls produCI are Itsl"d below if yOtl wa"l more optIOns loJow (he mSlructlcns fm t:?legcry A 

on an EPA chemical· resistance selecllol) chan 

Applicalors and olher handlei:> must wear long"sleevcd shl~s and :cn9 pa'liS, chemlcal·H.'!SI~taf11 (1"0'.'85 made. of any waterproof ma!"L1l.1 

such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chlonde. shoes plus seeks and pr:)lectlve eyewear -

Discard clolhmg and other absorbenl Il\ateriaiS lhal have been drenched or heavily contamll1aled \"I:lh !Iv:; pwduCI concerlrale Dc nm 

reuse them FollO'.'1 manufacturer s mslru:llons for cleanlng,lm:'lincaln,ng PPE If no such Ins!ru<:;tIOI1S 'er wa~hables, lise delergefl1 an:::: r'ct 

water Keep and wash FP::; se~a:ale\'1 from ether laundry 

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I User Safety Recommendations ~·-~-~-·--l 

, Users should wash hands before eallng. drmlqng. chewlrlg gum, uSing tobacco or wSlng tile tOllel 

Users shoutd remove ClOtlWlg lillmedla:ely If peStiCIde gets inSIde 

contamnated clolhing should be washed before reuse, 

Then wash body thorough I,' and change into clean cloth:r_Q 

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users should remove PPE immediately after handhng thIs product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly find change Into clean cloth,ng I.' 

',.Vash the outsldecf gtoves before removing 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply dIrectly to walel. or to areas where suriace water lS present or 10 Intertldal areas below :he mBDn nIgh water mark Do not 

contammate waler when dlsposlng ot equIpment w8shwatNs 

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 ,n a way that wil! contact workers or oiller pt'!rsons, either directly or through ant! On1y protected handlers may be 

m the area during application For any requirements speCific to your State or Tnbe, consul; tr,e agerlcy responsible for pesllcide 

regulations. Read entire label before using thiS product 

..J TORAGE STORAGE AND DISPOSAL i 

• .)0 not conlamlnatewater tood, or feed by storage and dIsposal, I 

[PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 'I· 

I PestiCIde wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pt'sticlde. spray mixture, or nnsate IS a VIolation of Federal Law if 

these wastes cannot be disposed of by use a;:COlding to labe! inslruClions Contact your Slate PestIcide or enYJonmen!al Control Agency! 

or the Hazardous Waste represenlallve at the nearest EPA Reglcnal Office for g'.lidance V'Jastes resu,'ilng from Ihe use of this product I 

may be disposed of on site or at an approved wm;te olsposal facility , i 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL _, '. I 

Tnple rinse (or eqUl\lalent) Then offer fer recycling or recondillonmg Of puncture and dispose ot In a sanitary iandf,tl or by Incmer.!:ltlOn or II! 

allOwed b state and 10"-31 authonties, b burni If burned, sta out of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rates spray voiul"T'ieS (gallons of water per acre). and spray eQu'pment under varyIng temperature and 

rainfalt conditions consult Aventis EnVIronmental Science Representative for his experience with 1hls product in your area 

Apply only to actively 9ro' .... lng turi, under favorable growing conditions, that IS not going into a dOlmancy penod Do not Irenl turigrass wilh 

poor root systems or growIng under stress due to poor 5011 conditions. drought. and disease or Insect damage 

',Void Proxy use In areas where excesSl\le thatch has accumulated 

00 not contaminate water used for IrpgatJon or domestIC purposes 

Do not apply PROXY!> thrO\lgtl any type of irngatlon system 

Avoid spray dnt! to nearby crops, as th<s product WIll cause modificahons In plant growth Planllnjurt may result 

Do not ut,e thiS pra<hld tor pwposes olher than those r,sled on the labet 

Do not exceed the r .. te of PROXY]) per aae per year recommended on !hls label 

DO NOT MIX PROXY!) 't\\1'H At..1MONIUM THtOSULFATE SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULl IN FORr-·A.1l,TtON or TOXIC Fur.1ES 

Mll( onty the amount of S9ray yOll expecllC USE each day Do not allow mlxed soiutlon to stand ovel~lght 

Do not use PROXV® With addllives other than recommended on thIS label 

AVOld spIlls of concentrated product on spray eqUIpment 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE (,NY SPILLS V'ATH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXy0IS CORROStVE 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature ot thiS produc! nrdonged exposure to spray cepos,ts will damase aeryll;: plaShCs. certill,") paints, Jr"c mel,,!,; 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acryilc-plastlc mGtcn31s alld pJln!ed surfaces wltn a delergenl and I'raler 't'IIlilln one rOUl after <3lxpcsilfe 10 

spray depOSIts 

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volume of dipplngs coltected For best lurigrass growth regulation apply Proxy wher\ daytime OJ! remperalures <lre 6S>F .s~j n,,-: 

Appllcalrons when tower lemperalt.lIes oo;;ur may feSUU In poor performance for cilPPlrlg reductions Proxy should only be ar;:::' eo 0-:;: 

!urfgrass mowing heights have been established tor the season Avoid Ploxy use In aleas where exce,ssrve thalch has accu01_ ~:d :::. 

best results, avoid nitrogen tertltilahon within 3 weeks pnor to or fCllowmg any Proxy apP;lcallon 

POll annua Seedhead Suppression: folla! applicatIOn 01 Proxy to activety growing turf at Itoe labeled rale \5 n oz iiOOO ft') ,', , pre',':~ 

suppression ot POD anrllm ilnd white dover seedheads Allow 2-3 weeks for maX1[1',um performance Repea! applications show!:; ::e nl0:" 

at the intervats speafied in the chart for the de!lIred turfgras5 Repeat appliul!ions:o predominately Poa annU<1 or ',,\.hite Clover s les rt;;, 

be made at a 6-7 week intervat Follow other general recommendations and precautions Or'! the label 

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APPliCATION 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation 

and Poa annua and White 

Ctover Seedhead Suppression: 

Apply to activety growing turf It Will 

require 7- to days for PROXY@ 10 I 

act 

Reapplication intervals i 

SITES 

F 31J\'Jays. RoughS and 

CommerClat Turfglasses: such as 

Bentg/ass. Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Perennlat Ryegrass, TaU & Fine 

Fescue 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks ! • Perenniat Ryegrass-7 'Ilks I I 

RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

5 fl 07 !1000 ft2 

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• Bentorass-4 wks 

Use Limitations: 

00 not altow entry to treated areas unlil sprays have dned 

For best reslilts, apply With sprayer III sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage Prox/Y 1$ fol:<ldy absorbed. 

Appty only to activety growmg turf, under favor<lble growing conditions, that IS not gorng into a dormancy penod Do not treat :urfgrass 

With peor root systems or glO'oving under stress due to poor SOlt conditions. drought and disease or Insect damage 

Do not appty to golt course greens 

Us.e of spreaders/sHckers with PROxy0ls not neces5ary 

PROXY:&> IS an aCidIC product and prolonged exposure to spray depoSits Wilt damage a cry tic ptaslles, certain palOts and rne:a!s Rnsfo' 

thoroughly all exposed acrylic plaS\ic materials and painted surfaces \'/Ith a detergent and water within one hour alter exposve to svay 

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By 'JSI''l'] tn;s l:rOC;Jcl W5(1' or oWI'e, <lecer-Is 11e lollcw.nfl CQ'f-d<lIO'1$ '>'INr ~'r:y J"~ ~ SCI(!l,mer 01 walnmtle>; Jr4 Iin~I,;\FGU~ oll-Jt,)ly 

CONDITIONS: ThJ:" d !eC:I\)n~ fer use 01 II~$ product tHe be:"",,,a 10 U>! J>:fq"~:t ~~.cr sl!Cuid be IOiiowM c.'Ireh.:ly HC\,!evt-r t>ec.;H;td:! ~; eXlr(!me 

wealh<!r J'1d SC,I corddlOns. manner 01 v~e ~!!(i Olrer laClOn beycr-:I r'.cr" ~ Er.;Jltorm-Smal SCFcnce s C{)'11!OI, ,( 1$ Impo~·,·tie ru MVe()% 

Env,ronrr,;ll1l~1 Soef\ce 10 eLmln",!" ~II "s~s ilSSOC'i!tCd ",HI \h('! wse of 11'% :;r()'j,,~t '\s a r€wll, ClC~ T'I~ry or l"Iet/ccl,v..:rCS$ ,,; Jlway$ o:n,ble AI! 

such u$k$ st>~1\ be ilssumed by Ihe 'J$"r Dr Dr,yer 

OISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES THERE ARE NO 'lJARRANTIES fXPR£55::~ if/PuED OF ',I!::RC"i';NT"BILtTY OR Or r:1-Nf:SS rOR f, 

PARTiCVlAR FURPOSE OR OTHERv"ISE \\h!CH EX~NO eEYCNQ '{HE $TA1H£NTS I)I-DE ON TillS LABEt. NO ~c:;frnl d Ave:l:I~ 

EmnrCl'fl't!nllll Saerlte '5 aWlhOfrzed Ie rr)Ke <!"IY warrJnH,$ bcycrd Ihoi" CO"·:J ~,~d he,,,m 01 :0 rK:d'fy me v"r"~rll,"S conlamn! ne'e."j AV!lIl\I$ 

;:fl""ronnl(:nla\ Se<cPce o)sda,ms at'ly Mb,!,ly wnal$oewr (or ,nodef'l:l!i or ~onw;:;~,,~,:,~, dal'1'ages, 'r~Clud'!\2 owl rcl I,m~ed \0. i,a~'''lY :ir;,~} mn ;.:1 

oreil,""! Of ;:or.!rllct CXrre% or ImpLed wi)frJn(y l,~clw1,ng Willfflnt'es 01 '''crch:!t.'~t-Illy ,m!.! r.tress lei a f.'i,I1.c;.,';;r p;"pG$el IeH ~l.'g'lg,;;rC>:' !itnc: 

f,ab,lly 01 C\~..erNlse 

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY THE EXCU':SNE R"MEDY OF THE USER OR B'- vER FOR ANY AND l\\..~ I aSSES MJURlfS ~:R JAt.~AGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF lrliS PROOUCT '!,hElHE" :N CONTR';CT W!\RRA~lTY TORT, NEGLIGENCE SlRIC1 

U/<?ILlTt C,R O1HER'/'IISE. SHALL w::rr EXCCED Tl1E PjJRCH,',Sf: ""ICE P/·'D OR AT AVt~mS EHVIROtill[N1F,L SCI£!\CES !:',£cnCN 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUei 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

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15. NIUM and Add,eu of AppliCMlt flncllHh ZJP Coth) 6. Expedited Rev.tw. In accordance with FlFM Section 31cll3} 

Aventis Environmental Science USA, LP (bWI. my product is $imill( or identical in COmposition and labell/'lg 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 1~:' 

Montvale, NJ 07645 EPA Reg. No. 

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Rewbrni.,icn in tUPon .. 10 AIJ*M'( !.ttff aeUxl .. ~_ ~Me Too' AppIe.tion. o Other - E)lp!.m bflow. 

JUN 5 - 2CU 

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labeling Of the eonfitk!ntial stalGmCl'l! of formuld of thW product I und<trstand liwl it is a vtmatioo of t8 U.S.C, Sec. 1001 to willfully make anytaJ1Je stammen! 

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A'Ventis Enyironmental Science 

May 11. 2001 

Cyntfria Giles Parker - PM (22) 

fungicide Branch-Registration Djvi~iorl 

Document Processing Desk (APPl) 

Office of Pesli(ide Programs (H7504C) 

u.s. Environmental Prol&:lion Agency 

Room 266A, Cryslal Mail 2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, VA 22202·45Q1 

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EPAOl RMGD531 Proxy1stAidNO! if 

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RE: Notifying the Agency of Minor Tex! Change to Proxy@ PI<lnf Growth Regulator Label (EPA reg. no. 432-1230j 

Dear MS. Parker: 

Aventis Environmental Scien(e (AB) j~ nalifying the Agency of minor wording change on the Proxy label. AES discovered thaI 

a required ~If IN EYE" statement was accidently letl off the Proxy label when the new First Aid section was added. While this 

error was overlooked by the Agenty and AES, we realiled the error dnd hJve c.orrl;(1ed it 011 the Proxy labe! (See highlighted 

textl. 

Thi .. subml~\ion contains the followillg information: 

1. Completed EPA form 857{) 1 

2. Copy of EPA approvdl LeU!:'r (01/04!01) 

1 5 (opies of the Proxy !abel 

II you have <lny Questions, !et me, know . 

SincerelY, 

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NOTICE OF PESTICIDE: 

Registration 

Reregistratio!1 

Aventis Environmental Science USA LP 

9S Chestnu~ Ridge Road 

Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

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This product is registered in accordance with FIFRA sec. 

3(c} (7) (A) provided that you comply with the following 

requirements. 

1. submit/cite: all data required for the registration of your 

product when the Agency requires all rcgistranrs of similar 

products to submit data. 

2. Make the following change to the label: 

• Revise the EPA Registration Number to read, "EPA Reg. 

No. 432-1230" . 

Submit: one copy of your final prir'.::ed label before you 

release the product for shipment. 

If these condit:ions are not complied vlith, the registratior~. 

will be subject to car!.cellation in accordance with F'!FRA section 

6 (e) Your release for shipment of the product constitutes 

acceptance of these conditions. 

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EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 

IE you have any questions abouc this letter, please contact 

John Bazuin at (7Q3) 305-7381. 

Attachments: 

Sincerely yours, 

Cynthia Giles-Parker 

Produc(. t4anager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division {7505C) 

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For Comfl1&rcial US" Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT; Ethephon [(2-ci1IOfoet/lyl)pI1osphonlc acid]" __ _ INERT INGREDIENTS; _____ ._. __ .. _ ... _ . __ ...... _____ ...... __________ . ______________ _ 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephoo per gailon. 

NOTIFICATION 

,lUll 5 - 2Gd 

, ... , .. 21.7% 

___78_3% 

EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 EPA Est No. 2(!4.PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si U8ted no entieOOe III etiqueta. oosque a alguion para que sa III expllque a ustod fHI detalle. 

(If you do not understand the Jabel, find someone to explain It to you In detail.) 

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CLOTHING: 

FIRST AID 

10 swallow. 

by a poison COIllroi cenlS( or doclor, 

of water for 15-20 minutes. 

.,.,son 

·If person is no! 

Io-moulh if 

. call 911 or aftlbulance. and lhen give artificial respiration preferably moulh· 

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mucosal damage may contralndicale the use of gastric lavage. No Specific anlidote is available. AJ! !malmen!s should be 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the palieot Ovaexposure 10 materials other !han this prOduct may have 

occurred. 

Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept undei" medical observation for up to 72 hoUIS 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure , careful lavage is required ill 

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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

of 

stomach or 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Woor safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed 0( absorbed through skin. 

Do not get in eyes or on clothing Avoid conlact with skin, Do nO! inhale vapors, as Ihis product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some mal(!(ials thaI are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for 

calegory A on an EPA chemlcal·resistnnce selection chart 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-slooved Shirts and long pants. chemical·resistant glovoo made of any waterproof 

material such as polyethylene Of polyvinyl chloride. shoes plus socks and protective eyewear. 

Discard clothing and other absorbent malerials thaI have boon drenched or neavlly contaminated with this product concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maIntaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use 

detergent and hOt waler. Keep and wash PPE separafely from other taundry. 

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User Safely Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using lhe tollat. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and Change inlo clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse, 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and Change inlo Clean 

Clolhing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly 10 water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below rhe mean high waler mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwalels_ 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a violation of Federal Law to uso this product in a manner Inconsistent with its labeling. 

00 not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, altha( dlrectly or through drift Only protecled handlers 

may be In the area during application. For any requirements specific 10 your State or Tribe, consult Ihe agency responsible for 

peslicide regufatlons. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

not contaminate water, food, or feed by 5torago and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wa,stns are acult:dy h;)Zardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal 

Law, If Ihese wasles caMot be disposed of by use according 10 label Instructions. Contact your State Pnslicidle or environmental 

Conlrol Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from the 

use of Ihis product may be disposed of on site or al an approved wasle disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

rinse (or eqUivalent). Then offef for or recondilioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanllary landfill or by 

. or if allowed slale and local If burned, out of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendalions on rates, 5p(ay volumes (gallons of water -per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfan conditions consult Avootis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product In your area. 

Apply only to actively grOWing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going inlo a dormancy period. Do not lreat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor sol! condilfons. drought, and disease or insect damage. 

_VOid Proxy use in areas where excessive thatCh has aCC1.lmulalect 

00 not contaminate waler used for irrIgation or domestic purposes, 

00 not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drifl. to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

00 not use Ihis product for purposes olher than those listed on the labet 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMP.TlON OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only lhe amount of spray you expect to use each day Do nol allow mixed soIulion 10 stand ovemlght. 

['k) not use PROXV® with addilives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentraled product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE, 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray deposlls will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted StIrfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after exposure 

10 spray deposits, 

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TURF 

Growth Regulator: An applicatIon of PROxY® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing Ow required frequency of mowing and 

tho volume of dippings collected. For boot (urfgl1lS$ growth regulation, apply Proxy when daytime air temperatures are 6S .... F and 

rising. AppllcatiOO$ when lower temperatures OroJr may result In poor performam;$' for dipping reductions. proxy should OIlly be 

appl'1ed once turfgrass mowing heights have been ootabtished for tho season. Avoid Proxy uoo in areas where excessive thatch has 

acctJmuJated. For boGt results, avoid nitrogen fertilization within 3 weeks prior (0 or rolJowlng any Proxy application. 

Pot Mawr $eedhead SUl?Pmslon: FolIar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the tebated rate (5 flozf1000 ft1 will 

provide suppression of Poe annU8 and white dover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks. for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made al the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turtgrass. Repeat applications (0 predominately Poo 8nOU8 or 

Whlle Clover sites may be made at a 6-7 week joleNeL Follow other general recommendations and precauUons on the label. 

APPliCATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgl'!" Growth Regulation Fairways. Roughs and 5 n_ 01../ 1000 fl2 054.0 galS/tOoo ttl 

and -II1JHJa and White Commercial Turfgrasses: such as 

Ctover Seedhead SUPDl'MSion: 8ootgras$, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Apply to actively growing turf. It Perennial Ryegrass, Tall 8. Fine 

will require 7·10 days 10' 

Fescue 

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Reapplication intotVals: 

• Kentucty Bluegrass-7 wks_ 

• Perennial Ryegrsss.-7 wks. 

• TalUFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentorass-4 wks. 

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For best results. apply with sprayer in sufficient volume or water to provide uniform coverage. ProXY® is 10Harly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing COfIdi!Jons, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with POOf root systems or growing under stress due to poor 5011 conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Use of spreadefslstickers with PROXY® Is not rlOO)SSary. 

PROXV® is an addic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits witt damage acrylic pfastlClii, certain palnts and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly an exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tank mixes with other products on a small area before usIng widely. 

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IMPORTANT: READ BeFORE USE 

By ll$JI'lg thitl product 1.1$0{ or buye( ~ U"lo folIoNiog COf'ldiIioM, wammty, ~ d w~ end bmltat!on$ of liability, 

CONOfTIOHS: The dire<:tloos for use of this product em believed \0 be acIequDto and should be fol1c.Yed careluUy, HWKI'/QI', bectlute of extreme 

~ Iif1d soo cooditloos, rTlaI'IflEIf o/!.IM end other fodofs boyotW Awntill E~ S(:icnoa's control, i1 is irnpos$!bIe for Aventls ErwirOi'imel'ltDI 

Sci«lce to ~ all risks assocIatedwilh the use of \hi$ product Iv,. II mult,. crop injury or inet~o.l$ ~ po$$ibIe, All such ri!l.k$ shall be 

asmmo::I by !he t$$I' Of buyat. 

DISCLAiMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR lMPUEO, OF MERCHANTABfLITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICUlAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, I;'M1CH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS lABEL No soont of Aveolis 

EfliMOOrNntal SCIMCO Is 8I.Ithorl%&d \0 mtIke InJ WDiTantlc& beyond fhoo.& contained herein Of to modify tho WiII'1liI"ltles conIained heroin. Awnli$ 

EnWoo~ Sclooce disdain"ls. any liability ~ fOf incidental Of ~ d~, incll.lding, bul no! r.mitoo to, hbMy al'islng out ot 

broach of cooIrilet, $lpft:$3 or lrr;>liod Wl.YTonty(ineJuding ~ d m8fchllrrtnbUity and fi\nCBS lot 1'1 paticoll.ll PUrpo!U!"), tort, ~, strict fiabilrty "'-

UMITATIDHS Of UABRJTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR I>HY AND AU LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANOUNG OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY, TORT. NEGlIGENCE, STRICT 

UASlLlTYOR OTHERWISE, SHAll. NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO, OR AT AVENTJS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S ELECTION, 

THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT 

©AV!!t'l1ia E~ $dence USA LP,:WOO 

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Avontl$ Environmental St:Jonco 

95 Chestnut FUdge Rd. 

Montval&. NJ 01645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of the Aventis Group 

PROX"f'l! 0EJ3110t Notif 

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For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephan r(2-chloroerhyl}phosphonic acidt ., 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ........ 

'Contains:2 pounds ethephon per gallon, 

. ".".,.21.7% 

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EPA Reg. No,432-REGN EPA Est. No. 264-PA-Ol 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no entiende la eUqueta, busque a alguien para que sa la expUquil: a usted en detail •. 

{If you do not understand the rabel, find someone to explain It to you In detai!.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Cal! 24 Hours A Day 1-800·334*7577 

• "7C~~7.C~~~~~~~~;cFo~'~P~R~O~D~M~C~T~U~*~E~'"~f~or~m=a=1~IO~"~C~'I='7'7~~O~O~'3~3~'2-9~7~'~S~~~<==c~~~~~CZ~""C The use of thIS product for a variety of plant gro\vth regulalJon uses IS covered by United States and foreign patents Including U S 

Palent 4.240,8 t9. No license is granted 10 use :his product in counlries olher lhan the Un,ted States or for any use not contempla!ec 

by this label. Liability for patent inlringement may rQsult from use or sale of Ihls product outside Inc United Slales. 

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FIRST Alb 

I ~aH a polson conlrol center or doctor immedlatety for treatment advice. 

I ;Have person sip a glass of water If able to swallow, .. 

\ ;>0 not induce vomiting urness told by a poison control center or doctor. 

i IDo not 'va an i b mouth to an unconsciovs rson . 

• IF ON SKIN OR .. :Take off contominated clothing. I ~QJJUNG: ~Riose'tkio il1lf1iediately with ¢enty of'Water lOr 15-20 minutes. 

hOii"""''''------' ~-C~a~ft=.~·p\l)!ton~~=::'icont:;=tro~1 '~e~n~le~'~or'-"d~OC~I~Of~fo<""-~ .. ~.~tmen"""'-' ad""'~;ce"", _______________ '~ __ j , If INHALED: , -:Move person to fresh air, . 

: .jf person is: not breathing. call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably mouth·loI mouth if possible f--- .call a pgison control center or doctor for further treatment adVICe . 

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: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate !he use of gastric lavage, No specific antidote is available. All treatments should be i 

based on observe<! signs and symptomlt gf Jj,l~tress in !he: patient OverC)(posure to materials other lhan this product may have i 

occurred, 

Victims of severe overexpoGtlre, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation tor up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. In a victim of OVere}(posure by ingestion, careful gastriC lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageal perfomtion. This materialls an add, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreverSible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when h;;indling. Harmivi;r swallowev Jr absort;::d th,ough sk,n. Do 

not get in eyes or 011 clothing. AVOid contact wlth skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this prOOuCI Will irri,;,t'" ,"'ICOUS mcl,nt .... ,mes 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handiers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves. shoes plus ~"ck" and prOlecLve 

eyewear, 

Discard clolh;ng and olher absorbent malenals that have been dref'.ched or heavily conlaffilnated wilh this product concentrate. Do 

not reuse Ihem. Follow manufaclvrets inslructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use dctergenl 

and hot waler. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users ~hC'.Jld wash hands before eating, drinking. chewing gum. using tobacco or using tile toilet i 

, Users should remove clothing immediately If pestiCide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change Into clean clothing The I' 

cOntaminated clothing should be washed before reuso. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this prOduct. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change H1IO Ciean! 

clothing Wash the outside of gloves before removing 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do nOt contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly 10 water. or 10 areas where sutface water is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modificaMns in plant growth. Plant ifliury may resulL 

IMPORTANT: 00 nol apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system. 

00 not use this produci for purposes other than those listed on the labE-1. 

Do not exceed Ihe rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of F&dural Law to use this product In a manner Inconsistent with its labeling. 

Do not apply this product in a way that will ccntact workers or other persons, either directly or through dntL Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application, For any requirements specific 10 your State or Tribe. consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before uS1l1g this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage- and dispos<tl. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Wastes resulilng from 1M use of Ihis product may be dispoSed of on site Dr al an approved waste disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse {or equivalenl). Then offer for recycting or recondltiof!,ng or puncture and disp(lse olin a sanitary lancfill or by incineration: 

or if allowed by stale and local authontlCS. by buming. If burned, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

Fer loea! rCC<lmmendatiOl1s on rateS, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature ar,c 

rainfall conditions conSult Ave-ntis Environmental Science Representa:ive for his experience With trAs ~roduct ,n your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

00 NOT MtX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only Ihe alT'ount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand O'J!'!m:gh\. 

00 not use PROXY€) wllh additives other than recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concenlrated product on spray equipment 

tMMEOtATEL Y RINSE ANY SPtLLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXy8 1S CORROS!V:::. 

EQUtPMENT CLEANING 

Because of tho acidic nature of this product, prolonged cxp-osure to spray deposits will damage acrtlic plasLCS. certain paints, <inc 

metais. 

Rinse thoroughly aU exposed acrylic-plaSlic materiats and painted surfaces with a dete''Jenl and water within one hour atter expOS:-fe 

10 spray cepOSlts. 

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Growth Regulator; An application of PROXy'EJ siows Ihe growth of lurlgrasses thus refluclng the requireo frequency of mowing and 

Ihe volume of clippings collected. 

Poa annua SeeChead Suppression: Fohsr application of Proxy, to actively growing lurf, altha labeled rate (5 ilozf1000 fe) \'~il 

provide suppression of Poa annUiJ and v.Me clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeal appliC<lllons 

Should be made at tne intervals specifIed -n the chart for the desireC lurfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Paa annua or 

While Clover sites may be made at a 6·7 .... eek inlelVal, Follow other general recommendalions and precautions on the labeL 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

TurlgraS$ Growth Regulation Fi1llways. Roughs and 50. oz.1 tODD ft2 0.5-40 galsl1000 ft2 

and Poa annua and White Commercial Turfgrasses. 

Clover Seedhe1ld Suppression: including aentgrass (Fair.vay cut), 

Apply to actively groy,ing turf. It Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial I 

will require 7·10 days fm Ryegrass. Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® 10 act. 

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Reapplication inlervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass- 7 wks. 

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• Perennial Ryegrass-7 vlks. , 

• Tali/Fine F~scue-4 wks. 

• Benl rass-4 wks. 

USe Limitations: 

00 not allow er"ltry 10 tWilted areas un:,1 sprays have Orled 

For besl resulls. apply Wllh sprayer in suffidenl volume of waler to prow:e uniform coverage. PROXY® is foll<lrly absorbed 

Apply only 10 ilclivBly growll"lg luff, under favorable growing conditions, Ihal 1$ nol going ir:lo a dormancy period. Do nol treal 

turfgrass with poor rool syslems or growing under Siress due 10 poor soil conditions. d/oughl. and disease or insecl damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens 

Use of spreadersfstickers with PROXy3;s n:;it r.ecessar'l 

PROXV® '15 an acidic prOOvcl and pro',onged expOSure to spray deposits Will damage acrflic plastics. certain paints anc melals 

Rinse IhoroughlY;)1/ exposed acrylic plastiC matenafs and pamled $ucfaces \."ilh a delergent 3nd waler "Wilhm one hour after 

exposure to spray deposils. 

"Test lank mixes with olher p/Oducts on a smail area before using widely. 

AOCEPTEB 

with CO~tvAI~1\'!'S 

in EPA L~ll"'r J).ah"d: 

t"'ld""" ;h~ 1~<i,?"j ;",\"Wf;'\" 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufaclulel warranls (a) Ihallhis ploducl conforms \0 Ihe chemical description on the tabel; (b) thallhis plOduct is reasonabtj f,\ 

for the p:,rposes set fOrlh in the di/octions fo! use when it is used In accordance with such directions; and (c) thai the dIICCtl(ms, 

wilmings and other Statements on Ihis label are based upon responsible e}(perts' evaluation of reasonable lests of effectilieness. of 

toxicity to labo/ato!)' animals and 10 plants and of residues and upon reports of rleld experience. Tests have not been made On a\l 

varieties or in all stales 01 under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES iT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. AND iT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPlIEO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, ANO THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY ANO ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESUL 1S FROM THE USE OF THIS PROOUCT IN ANY MANNER It/HICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LASE!.. 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS. 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PROOUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMEO. IN NO EVENT SHALL r...1ANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEOUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCL 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

PUlchase of this ma!erial does not confel any rights under palent govt':lning Ihis product or the use thelcof in countries outSide of \!lE 

United States 

Avcntis Envlronmontat Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a reg1steled Iladema;',.; of Ihe Avenbs GIOUP 

PROXY~ (II.1ASTER) Approved 11i8i99 

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United SlotOI Registration opP klontifiOl Nurr.tt.! 

oEPA Environmental Protection Agency - Amendment 

Whlling!on, DC 204&0 

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1. CtmlPenyJl'toduct Numbol 2. EPA PIQduet ManGO" 3, Ptoposild cr ... it!cWon 

432·1230 Ms. Parker 0 NOM o Rettrict04 

!'proxY tNonlO) PM' , 22 

5. Namo end Addtllll1l of Applicant "ncludo ZIP Cod., 6. Expedited Aeveiw. In accordance with FIFRA Section 31c1(3) 

Aventis Environmental Science USA. LP (bUiJ. my ploduct is simifar or identical in composition and labeling 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road to: 

Montvale. NJ 07645 EPA Reg. No. __ ~ ---- o ChlJck if Ihl$: 1$ "now add"s: Product Name 

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Amondmont· Expl~n balow. I~ Fine! printed faber. in replonsel0 

Agency fInO! d.t~ 

RUllbmin;on In lasponse to Agoncy lottllt dotod. 0 -Me Too· Application. 

NOTificaTion· Explain below. 0 Oth" . Explain bolow. 

Use &dditlonlll paQa{$1 il necauary. IFor seeTion I 11M Sielion. 11.1 

This notification is coosislent w"i\h tho provisions IX PR Notiw 98-10 and EPA rogl!laUons at 40 CFR 152-<16, and no othef dl<'IIIges hlWO boon made to Iho 

laoofing or the conful/Wllial slatement offOlmula QI this product. I understand that it Is il violation ot 18 U.S.C. See. 1001 to willfully make any talso stalemenl 

to EPA ) l\Jrtllef undersllmd tha: If this notificatlon is not conSlslent with Iho tl!ml$. of PR Notice 95-10 and 40 CFR 152.46. this pnX:!\Jcl may txt In violation of 

FIFRA and I may bo subject to onfO<"oomnet action and pwlan~5 under sections 12300 14 01 FIFRA. 

- Minor t!'txt chango 

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1,. M".ri., Tho , ""' 

Child-Rel'istlnt Pack.aging Unit Packaging Wator Solubla 1'1Ielt.aging 2, Typa of Contlllnllf l B::' ,,- Y •• iEJ Y .. BMotlII f-- No No . Plallille 

HGlOIlll 

II ~Y'$~ No. por I If ~Y$S~ No. PIT Paper 

Unit Packligin(l wgt. c"ntainOT I Pockago wgt. contoinllT "' '".. Othar i 

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6. M<tnnlt in Which Lobol Is Alfixed to PToduct D OTher --

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). Contact PoinT • ",,"Iy, .. ,b. , , to proCII$$ rhis, 

Namll I r", Teltphonl No. Uncludo AToa Cod'l 

Richard M. GOH~II , Mannger, Regislrations (201) 3Q7-3376 • :-.: : 

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- Certification ..•. " , Ii ... , .... I certity that tho utlltomonh I havo modo on thi:; form lind 1111 IIttuhmonts Thoroto ate uUo, ~UllltO and comptots. 

I aeknowlodg. thllt any knowflnglly IlIls('l or mislOoldlng stfttllmsnt moy b. punishsbla by fino Of Impn.aMlbnt or ..t f··. • • 

both undll , low. • ••••• 

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A. Type<.t NlIfI"1o ! 5. Ontll 

Richard M, GOTfel.l i May 10. 2001 

EPA' IRn. 3·94) I i Whlw • EPA ." Copy ,"" ..... j IvU 
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For use on Turf. :.: .: :.:.:: : 

• it.".. .. ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2-chloroethyJ)phosphonic acidJ· ... " ............... " .... " .... '<" ........ "" ... " •• •···•·· ....... ,,21 rC~ 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ................ _d •••••••• '> •••••••••••••• , ••••• ,................. .......... .............. ....................... • ........ 78.3'1;, 

·Contains 2 pounds elhephon per galion. 

EPA Reg. No, 432·1230 EPA Est. No. 264-PA-01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI uslod no onUende Ja otlquota, busquo a algu[on para que so Is oxpllquo a listed on detaJJo, 

{If you do not understand tho 101001. find someone to explain It 10 you in detail.} 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTAnON Emorgoncles ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-300·334-7577 

For PRODUCT USE Infonnatlon CaJl1-800-334-9745 

I The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by Uniled Stales and foreign palents induding U.S. 

Patent 4,240.8t9. No Ucense is granted to use !hIs product in countries other than the United Slales or for any use not contemplated 

by this label. liability for palent infringement may result from use or sale of this product oulside the United StaleS. 

FIRST AID 

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-Have person sip a glass of water if able to swaUow. 

-00 not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doctor, 

r h-·~c---11==~=::----~~---· CLOTHING: for 15-20 minutes_ 

, . -If porson is 

mouth if 

I Call9t1 or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably mouth-to· 

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Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate lhe use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. Alltrealments should be ; 

based on observed signs and symploms of distress in Ihe palient. Overexposure to materials other than this product may have, 

occurred. . 

by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

Iii is required duo to lhe I of stomach or 

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DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmfut it swallowed or absorbed through skin. Co 

not gel in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contnc! \wth skin Do not inhale '/apers, as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some malerials thai are chemical-resislant to this product are listed below. If you want more opHons, follow the instructions b( 

category A on an EPA chemical-resistance selection chart. 

Applicators and olher h,mdlers must woar long-sleeved shirts and long pants. chemical-resistant gloves made 01 any WalerpiG0; 

material such as polyelhyleno or polyvinyl chloride, shoes plus socks and protectlVe eyewear, 

Discard clothing and olher absorbent materials that have been Ilrenched or heavlly contamlnaled with Ihis product concentrate. [<,. 

not reuse them. FoUow manufacturer's inslructions for cleanIng/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables. use dctergaF! 

and hot water, Keep and wash PPE separately from olher laundry, 

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Users should wash hands beforo ealing. drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or usino the toilet. "i.. . ... . . Users should remove clothing immediately if pestickle gets inside. Then wash body ftI~roughly ",n~:Ch$.Qe i~t" cl'lafl:cloth:t"1Q ! i' ~, 

contaminaled clothing should be washed before reuse. • : :.::: : .. "'..., ... Users shoUld remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as posSIble, wash moroughly ana change i"to ,~,c· .. clothing. Wash the oulside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface waler is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high waler mark. L· 

not contaminale water when disposing of equipment wi)shwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Fodoral Law to use this product tn a mannor inconsistont with tts laOOling. 

00 not apply this product in a way Ulat will contact workers or other persons, either directly or Ihrough drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in Iho area during application. For any requirements specific b:l your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations.. Read entire label before using this product. 

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I STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

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

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wasles are aculely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsste is a violation of Federat law. 

If these wastes cannol be disposed of by use according to label instructions. Contact your State Pesticidie or environmental Control 

Agency or the Hazardous W(Jsle representallve at the nearesl EPA Regional Office for guidance. Wasles resulting from Ihe use of 

this product may be disposed of on sile or at an approved waste disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of In a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

orif allowed b stale and local authorilies, by buming. If burned, slay oul of smoke, 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on mtes, sprey volumes (gallons of wafer per acre). and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions. consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with Ihis product in your area. 

I Apply only to activelygrowlng turf, under favorable growing conditions. thaI is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat turfgrass 

with poor root systems or growing under stress due 10 poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Avoid Proxy use in areas where excessive thalch has accumulated. 

00 not contamlrmte waler used for Irrigation or domestic purposes. 

00 not apply PROXY!> through any type of irrigation syslem. 

Avoid spray drift to ncarby crops, ali this product win cause modllicalions in plant growth. Ptant injury may result. 

00 not use this product tor purposes olher than those listed on the label. 

00 not exceed the rale of PROXY® per acre pet year recommended on this label. 

00 NOT MIX PROXY@> WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES !'.1AY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXlC 

FUMES. 

Mix: only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 nOI allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

00 not use PROXV®wilh additives olher than recommended on Ihis label. 

Avoid spills 01 concenlrated producl on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of Ihe acidic mJture 01 this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposils will damage acrylic plastics. certain paints. ani! 

metals. 

Rlnso thoroughly all exposed ncrytic-plastic materials and painled surfacos with il delergent al1d water wilhin one hour atter expv,L;k 

to spray deposits. 

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Poa annua Sudhead Syppr9sslon: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing Ln. at 

provide suppression of Poe annua and while clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for-maximum 

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should be made at tho Intervals speciftad in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeal applications to i Pea amwn ,. 

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White Clover siles may be made at a 6·7 week Interval. Foltow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Tungra$! Growth RogulatIon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.f1000 tt2 0.5-4.0 gal511000 ft2 an~ P21 anOlla §nsj Whlto Commercial Turfgrassesrs~ti :as 

Clov.r Sudhoad Suppression: Bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass. 

Apply to activaly growing turf. It Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7·10 days r" Fescue 

PROXV® to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-? wks. 

• Perannial Ryegrass" 7 wks. 

• TalUFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentnrass-4 wks. 

Use lImttatlons: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. Proxy® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to activoly growing turt, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period, Do not treat 

turtgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Usc of spr~aders1stickers with PRO~ is not necessary. 

PROXV® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray depoSits will damage acrylic plasHes, certain paints and melals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

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exposure to spray deposits. 

Test tank mixes with other products on a small area before using wide.IY. 

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IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE 

By using this product, user Of buyer accap!s tho following conditions, warranty, disclaimor of wnrranties and IImitatJoos olliabllilv. ... . ... ... . CQNOmONS: The direclloos fOf use of this product are believed to be adequate and should ~. followed c:'r*':lly. :~wt, IfCllfc n\lmr","'" 

weather and soil corn::liliOflS. manner of uso and other lactors beyond Awntls EnlllronmlNllat Science's Cfnlro,!. ~ is iJ!lptsSi~ lor A'.>{/!\t's 

Environmental Science to ellmlnale all !tsks associated with the US6 of thiS product As a f'llsu/t crop injury ~il'lelfet~veno-u is ;1!Mys PO;:;Si:"J 

AU such risks mal! be assumed by the user or buy4N'. 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR ~ 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE. WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MAOE ON THIS LABEL No agenl of A~eml,. 

EnlJironmental Science is authorized 10 make any warrnnlios beyond those OOf'Ilaincd herein or to modify the warranties contained herein. A~emJ_-, 

Enllironmenlal Science disdaims any nabillty whatsncwr for incidental or coosoquenlial damages, Indueling, but notllmllcd 10, liability arising au; 

01 breach of coninlct. express or implied warranty (including warrnnlles of merchantability and filfloss for a particular purpooel, tort. neGIigen(:.,~_ 

strlcillability orotherw/se. 

LlMITAnONS Of UABIUTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGE;:; 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDUNG OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE. STRiCT 

UABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHAU NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO, OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ELECTION. THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

@AvooUsEnvironmental Science USA LP, 2000 

Net Contents: 

Aventls Envlronment .. J Scio-ncc: 

95 Chostnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale. NJ 07645 

PROXY is a reglslered trademark 01 the Aventis Group 

PROXV® OSf10101 Nohl 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. ... , PI I • • 

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon {(2-ch!oroethyl)phosphonic acidr .................. , ..... ~.~.~ ................ ! .... ~ ... ~ ...... ~ .. ,:.2.~1% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ............................ _ .......................................... _ ............ " ... " .............................................. 78.30/0 

"Contains 2 pounds ethephon per galJon. 

EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si ustod no onUende !a allquota, busque a a!gulen para que so la oxp!!que a usted en dotaUe. 

(If you do not understand the !abe!, find someone to explain It to you [n dotal!.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATiON Emergonclos ONLY Cal! 24 Hours A Day 1-800·334·7577 

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FIRST AID 

r IF SWALLOWED: I

-Cal! a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. 

-Have person sip a glass of waler if able to swaUow, 

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tF ON SKtN OR 

CLOTHING: 

! -Do not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doc lor. 'I-DO nOI.!]ive anythi.!:I.fI..EY mouth to an unconsc\9.~J}crson. __ 

-Take olf contaminated clothing. . 

_, -C.al! a l?Qison control center or.doctor for treatment advice. . -.--1 M

Rinse skin immediatoly with plenty of water for 15·20 minutes. 

IF INHALED: -Move person to fresh air. 

I -I! person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance. and then give artificial respiration preferably mouth·loI ':!:oulh if possible. 

,_.~ ___ .L:f.a~i50n co!ltro! center or doclo! for further tr~~nl advice. ,-,J . .__ ~ NOTE TO PHYSICIAN "._._ ~ 

based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other Ihan this product may have 

curred. 

iclims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, shoutd be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for detayed onset of 

utmonary edema. tn a viclim of overexposure by ingestion, careful gastric lavage is required due to the pOSSibility of stomach or 

~Q.Qbageat.Rerforation~.l'.tli~ rnate.~iat i§,~~cid, butthe usa of alkatine substances to noulralize it is contrajn?J~ ______ ~_ 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversibte eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handting. Harmful if swaUowed or absorbed through skin. 00 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 not inhate vapors, as this product wlll irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Some malerials that arc chemical-resistant 10 this prOduct arc tisted below. tf you want more options, follow the instruclions for 

category A on an EPA chemicat-resistance selection chari. 

Applicators and other handters must wear long-sleoved .shirts and long pants, chemicat-resistant gtovos made of any waterproof 

materiat such as polyethylene or potYVlnyt chloride, shoes plus socks and protective eyawear. 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materia,s that have been drenched or heavity contaminated with this product concenirate. 00 

not muse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no SUcll instructions for washables, usc detergent 

and hot wat£lr. Keep Rnd wnsh PPE separately from other taundry 

NOTIFICATION 

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Users should wash hands belore outing, drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesllcide gets inside. Then wash body thorolJQQ,ly and charwe i/llQ cleal\clot/llng. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. :. • .! :. .::.: 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possiblOo. ';ssh thorou;hty.aAd cl~nie i~to clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. •••• •• •• 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surfuce water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwalers. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Fodoral Law to uso this product in a manner Inconsistont with Its taboltng. 

00 not apply this product tn a way that will contact workers or other persons, eithor directly or through drift. Only prote<;ted handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible lor 

pesticide regulations. Read enlire labet before using thts product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

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

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Pesticide wastes are aculely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess peslicide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a viotation of Federal Law. 

If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instrvctions. Contact your State Pesticidle or onVlronmental Conttol IAge,,,, or the Hazardous Waste representative at Ihe nearest EPA Regionat Office for guidance. Wastes resulting from lhe use 01 

~~,:~~~::~;may be disposed of on sile or al an approved waste disposat facility. 

DISPOSAL 

and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For tocal recommendations on rales, spray votumes (gallons of water per <lcre), and spray equipment under varying tempera lure and 

rainfall conditfons consult Avenlis Environmental Science RepresentaYive for his experience with this product in your area. 

Apply onty 10 actively growing turf, llnder favorabte growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. 00 not treat lurigrass 

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.th poor root syslems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

void Proxy use In areas where excessive thatch has accumulated. 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 

00 nol appty PROXY® through any Iype of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product wilt cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may rosult. 

Do not use this product for purposes other than those listad on the tabel. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this tnbel. 

00 NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMON tUM THIOSULFATE. SIJCH TANK MtXTURES MAY RESULT tN FORMATtON OF TOXtC 

FUMES. 

Mix onty the amount of spray you expect to use each day. 00 not anow mi)(ed solution to stand ovemight. 

00 not use PROXV® wiU) additives other than recommendod on this tabeL 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment, 

tMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPtLLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PRox09 tS CORROSIVE 

EQUIPMENT CLEANtNG 

Because of the acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure to spray depoSits will damnge acrylic plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse l.fJoroughly 311 exposed acrylic-plastic mnteriats and painted sllffaces with a detergent and w;:!ler within one hour after exposure 

to spray depOSits. 

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Growth Rpgulator: An applicalfon of PROXV® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing Ihe re~rectrreqQellCY of mowing and 

Ihe volume of clippings collecJed. For best \urfgrass growth regulatlon, apply Proxy when daytime>!r l~peOfl:ores are 6SoF and 

rising. AppJicallons whon lower temperatures occur may result in poor performance for clipping radtMiotls, F'ra<y should only be 

applied once Jurfgrass mowing heights have been established for tho season. Avoid Proxy usn in areas where excessive thatch has 

accumulated. For besl results, avoid nitrogen fertilization wilhin 3 weeks prior 10 or folJowino any Proxy app.:licaJion. "'.. . ... . . Poa anno. $endhead Suppression: Foliar appllcatlon of Proxy, to acllvely growing turt.at the labe1&d r4te {4 ftoztlO'ttl ft"l wHl 

provide suppression 01 Poa annua and white clover seedhead$, Allow 2-3 weeks for miWn1um perforrdan('.e.: Re~8t apl>lications 

shoutd be made attha Intervals specifiod in the chart for the desirod turfgrass. Repeat ap~licalions 10"!M:do",lnately"Po!~nua or 

White Clover siles may be made at a 6·7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgra.s Growth Regutation Fallways, Roughs and 5 fL oz.!1 000 ft2 0.5-4.0 gals/tODD 112 

and PQ1. lnnua and Whllo Commercial Turfgrassos: such as 

Clover Se,dhead Suppression: Benlgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, 

Apply 10 actively growing turf. It Perennial Ryegrass, Tall & Fine 

will require 7·10 days '0' 

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PROx:v® to act 

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Reapplication inlervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass.-7 wks. 

• Tail/FIne Foscue-4 wks. 

• Bentarass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficicnt volume of water to provide uniform coverage. Proxy® Is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only 10 actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

lurfgrass with poor root systems or growing under slress duo 10 poor soil conditions, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXV® is not necossary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product ant.! prolonged exposure to spray deposils will damage acrylic plastics, certain paillts <and metals, 

Rinse thoroughly all oxposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water w'lthin one hour aller 

exposure to spray deposits. 

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IMPORTANT; READ BEFORE USE 

By using jJ)iS product, user or buyer accepts Ihe tollowing conditions, warranly. disclaimer of warranties 300 limitations 01 liability, 

CONDITiONS: The directions tor use of Ihis producl are believed 10 be ack}quate and should be foll~ carcfully .• eowf.J'ef, beCj~¥ ~)xtren!C 

we31her ana SQ,I COr1dilion~. manner of use and other taeters beyond Avenll$ Environmcnlal s'&\Qcc'S cOOtrol!iI 1!"IqlP&l¢bt4 tor!Aventis 

Environmental Science to elimintno all risks associa{ed with the usc oj this product As a result, ~ ~Jury or jncrttktiv8~$ is "~~~,.sSilJl(j, 

All such risks shall be assumed by U1C user or buyer. 

DISClAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE. WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEt.IENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No agent of Aventis 

Environmental Science is authorized to make any warranties beyond Ihose am/ained herein or to modify the warranties ccniained herein. Aventis. 

Environmenlal Science disclaims any lIahility whatsoever for incidental or consequential oamages. including, bul n<llllmil&d 10, liabiHty arising out 

of broach of cootrae!, express or implietl warranty (including warranties of merchantability 3nd f1!ness tOf a particular purpose). lort. nogligenco. 

slrie! liabllily or olhttrwlse. 

LIMITATIONS OF UABILfTY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT. WARRANTY. TORT. NEGLIGENCE. STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID. OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ELECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

©Avenlis Environmenlal SCience USA LP. 2000 

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Aventls Environmental Sclonco 

95 Chastnut Rid!)G Rd. 

Montvalo, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered lrademark of the Aventis Group 

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Cynlhia Giles Palkcr - PM (22) 

Fungidde Branch·Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk. (APPL.) 

Qlfice of Pesticide Programs {H7504Q 

u.s, Envilonmental Protcclion Agency 

Room 26&\, CTystal MaU2 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington. VA 22202-4501 

EPA01RMG0510ProxyNotif 

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RE: Nolif~ing lhe Agency of Minor Texl change 10 Proxy® Planl Growth Regulator label (EPA reg. no. 432-1230) 

Oear Ms. Parker: 

Aveni is Environmental Science is nOlilyin::; thel\gency of minor wording thallge on th{' Proxy label. The additional wording 

helps rlarify the use dircct ion~ for applying Ihe product (see highlighted section) Illder Turn· 

Thi~ SlIbmission (ontains the following inform<)lion: 

I. Completed EPA Form 8570·\ 

2. Copy of EPA appr(lval Leller (01/04/01) 

3. (opyof /wentis leiter and lindl prinllabel submitted 1110;01 

4. 5 copies 01 the" Proxy label 

If you have any qlte~lion~. lei me know. 

Sincerely. 

Rich,Hd /'1, Gorrell 

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CC Joe Conti (AI'S) 

Genrgr RJ),lnond (ArS) 

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May 31,2001 

Cynthia Giles Parker' PM (22) 

Fungicide Branch-Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk (APPL) 

Ofliee of Pesticide Programs (H7504C) 

U.s. Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 26M, C!)'Stal Ma112 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington. VA m02-4501 

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EPAOl RMGOS31 Proxy1 stAidNotif 

Fedex 

Re Notifying the Agency 01 Minor Text change to Proxy® Plant Growth Regulator label (EPA reg. no. 432-1230) 

Dear Ms.. Parker; 

Avent'ls Environmental Sdence (AES) is notifyIng Ihe Agency of minor wordingcnange on the Proxy label. AES diS(overed thai 

a required ~lF IN EYE" statement was accidently left olf the Proxy label when the new First Aid section was added, While this 

erf!)r was overlooked by the Agency and AB, we realized the error and have (nrreaed it on the Proxy label (See highlighted 

te><t). 

This submission contains the lollowing information: 

1. (ompleted EPA Form 8570-1 

2. Copy of EPA approval Letter (01f04f01) 

3. 5 copies of the Proxy label 

e If you have any questions, let me know 

Sincerely. 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Enc1. 

Mentis Environmentai Science USA LP· 95 Ch~\nu( Ridge Road - Montvale, NJ 07645- \'Iwv •. aventis.<om 

Tetephone (201) 307-9700. Fax: (20i} 307-3384 

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!bUll, my product is similar 01 kttnticat In composition and labeling 

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This noIlflclllion isCOllli&leru wllh Ihepr~ofPR Notiat ss.10 and EPAt~al"O CFR 152.46. 3OdnoOlhor ~NIvt! b0eo made-lathe 

labeling or tho co.'Ifidenllol sla!etnef'li of fotmula of this ptOduct I ~nd that!l.", a 'ViolatIon of 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1001 10 willfuly ITl3ke any faliW statement 

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Cynthia Giles P,lIker . PM (22) 

FlIngicide Bran(h·Registration Divi~ion 

Document Proce'>sing Desk (APPt) 

Office 01 Pesticide Programs (H7'J04G 

U.S. Environmental Plo\eclion Agency 

Room 266A, (ryst.~1 Mall 2 

t92 I Jefferson Davis II ighway 

Arlington. VA 22202(41)01 

Aventis 

fPAOl RMGOll OREG# 

Fedex 

RE; Sulnnilting Proxy® plant growth rpgulator with new EPA reg. 110. 432-1230; Also, lauel tolltJillS (ilallgl:'s ill compliance 

with tlhephon RED (Agen(y letter of November 30. 2000) and submitted by Aventis on 12/21/00. 

Dear Mr. Kenny; 

tn tompliance with your letter 01 JallualY 4, 2001. Aventis Envlronmcntal Sciencc is SUbmitting a final print labC'1 with the 

new EPA approved reg. 110. 431·'1230, 1 tli~ label abo (ontains tl te (hanges rcqucsted by the Agency {leiter of November 30, 

2001} as part 01 reregistration. Aven!is responded to the Novelllb€'r 30. 20Q{llettcr on OeccmbN 21, 2000 (irttt'r and labf'1 to 

Dan Kenny), t have included 2 wpie'> 01 the rev bed label, and II possiblt>. t wOlild like to have il stilmp/,,(j approvl"rl (OP¥ of 

this label sent to me. 

Thi~ submission contain<, the lollmving inform<Jtion: 

I Completed EPA Fornl 8570·'1 

2, late'>t EPA stdll1tled approved label (01/0,1/01) 

J. (opy 01 the EPA leller of November 30. 2000 Jnd january 4, 200! 

4. Copy 01 the Avenl'ls leHer 01 Oe(ember 21, ;WOo 

5. L. topie'> 01 till! Proxy label with the EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 

If you have allY ques!ioll~. let me blOW. 

)lIlcerely, 

01t/q~1 , 

Richard M. Gorrell 

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PROX'r 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. ~~~~========::;;;--.----------;;:;--",-- ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic acidr .......................... 21.7%, 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ...... " ........ "."." .. " ..... " .. " .......... ,........... .78.3% 

'Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 43i .. 1230 EPA Est. No. 264·PA.()1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no entJonde Ja etlqueta, busque a aJgulen para que so la expllquo a ustod en detaJJo. 

(If you do not understand the labol, find someone to explaIn It to you In detail,) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emofgoncies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day t-800·334~7577 

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FIRST AID 

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jlF SWALLOWED: ·Call a poison control conter or doctor immediately for treatment advice. 

·Have person sip a glass of water If able to swallow. 

, -Do nol induce vomiHng unless told by a poison conlrol center or doclor. , -Do nol ive anvthlnQ by moulh 10 an unconscious person. 

,IF-ON SKIN OR .T ake off conlaminated clolhing. I CLOTHING: ~Rinse skin immedialely with plenty of water tor 15-20 minules. 

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-CaIlJ*.PQlson control ce~lor fO!J!~~lment advice. - ! IF INHALED: -Move person 10 fresh air. 

-If porson is nol blealhing, call 91 f or ambulance, and lhen give artificial respiralion preferably mouth·lomoulh if possible. 1 -Call ~l!2.~~.£,9D_!!:9J~lt'!!~~ or .Ql'lcj9!lO!J!:I.~t~~L!!eatrneQl advice. --

~ NOTE TO PHYSICIAN 

Probable mucosal damage may conlramdlcate lhe use 01 gastric lavage. No specific antidote Is availnbl!). All troatmenls should be 

ased on observed signs Olnd symptoms of distross 'In lho pationt. Ovoroxposuro 10 malerials other lhan this producl may have 

.ccurrert 

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i Victims of severe overexposure, by fnh<llation, should bo kepI under modical observation for up to 72 hours lor delayed onsel of ! 

pulmonary edema. In a victim 01 overexposure by ingeslion, camlul gaslric lavage is requiled due to lhe possibilUy of slomach or i __ ~_~C?E~g~~Lp.~rtqL~~~on. T~s molenat Is nn acid, bul the use of alkalille substances to neubalize itJ§.~c:2DJr~Lndja:lted. ____________ ~ 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eyo d<lmagc, Woar safely goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or :lbsorbed lhrough skin. Do 

nol gnt in eyos or on clolhing. Avoid conlacl wilh skin. Do nol inhale vapors, as this producl will irrilato mucous m€lll1~~1Ji!s . 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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Some materials that aro chcmil;al-rcsistanl 10 lhis producl rile lIsled below. If you wanl more o~'oUow lhoJnslruclions tor 

category A on an EPA chemicai+resistance selec!ion crimI. : .: • • 

•••••• ApplicatolS and olher handlers musl wear long-sleeved shirts and long prmls, chemical-rcsislantag!O~ made' 01 any walelproof 

material such as polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride shoes plus socks Hnd protective eyewear. •••• • , .. . Oiscard clothing and other absorbenl malerials ttl;)t have been drenched or heavily conlaminated w~tT):lf1rs.produt:l cMcenlralc. Do 

nol reuse lhem. Follow manufaclurer's instructions for c!c::minglmainlaining PPE. If no SlICt) inslrucli~M M'r wasl1nblcl, tme dotorgMt 

and hot water. Keep nnd wash PPE separalely from olher laundly. ...... . 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users Sllould romovo clothing immediately if pesticlde gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and chango into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse, 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling II1[s product As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves bofore removieng~', __________________________ -1 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not apply directly to water. or to areas where surface water Is prosonl or 10 intertidal areas below the mean high waler mark Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

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

Do not apply this producl in a way that wilt contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Onty protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements spedlic to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsibte for 

pesticide regulations. Read enlire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

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

PESnCIDE DtSPOSAL 

PestiCide wastes are acutely hazardOUS, Improper disposal of excess pesticide. spmy mixture, or rtnsate is a violation of Federal 

If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions. Contact your Stilte Pesllcidie or environmentat em,'"" I 

lAJ;ten"y or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA-Regional Offico for guidance. Wast€s resulting from Ihe use 

product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposat facility. 

I e(,NTAlNtER DISPOSAL 

reconditioninu or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary tandfill or by ;n';oo,'atilm I 

I out of smoke. 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For local recommendations on rates, spray votumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfalt conditions consul1 Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experienCQ with this product in your area. 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes . 

• 0 not apply PROXY€! through any type of irrigation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops. as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may resutt 

Do not use this product for purposes other Ihan 11lOSH listod on tho tabeL 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXyt) per acre per year recommended on this tabel. 

00 NOT MIX PROXY® WtTH AMMONtUM THtOSULFATE, SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only tho amount of spray you expect to use each dfiY. Do not allow mixed soluUon to stand QVemigl1L 

Do not use PROXY® with additi\les other th;:;n recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentraled product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WtTH PLENTY OF WATER ,\5 PROXV® is CORROSIVE. 

EQU1PMENT CLEANfNG 

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Growth Regulator: An application or PROXY@slows the growth of turryrasses thus reducing Ille required rrequency or mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected, 

Poa annoa Soodhoad Supprosslon: Foliar nppJicalion or Proxy, to ;)ctlvely growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 noz/1000 fr) will 

provide suppression of Pca amwa and white clover seedheads. Allow 2~3 weeks ror maximum performance, Repeat applicat'lOns 

should bo made at tho intorvals spocified in the eh.ul for the desired turfgruss, Repeat appJicoltion to predominately P08 8f1r/U8 or 

White Clover siles may be made at a 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLtCA nON SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Rogulatlon Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. ozJ1000 ft2 0.5-4.0 gal5/1000 ft2 

.nd Po. annua • nd White Commercial Turfgra5ses . 

ClOlf9f Soodhqad Suppre-sslon: including Bcnlgrass (Fairway cut), 

Apply to actively growing turf. 11 Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7-10 days for Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act. 

Roapplicatlon intervals: 

• Kenlucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• • Porennial Ryograss-7 wks. 

• Tall/Fine Fescue·4 wks. 

• BentQrnss-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not anow entry to !reate<:! areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, appry wilh sprayer in sufficienl volume ofwaler to provide unirorm coverage. PROXY€) is foJiarJy absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing lurf, under favorable growing conditions, that Is not going into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress duo to poor soil condltfons, drought. and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greons. 

Use of spreaderS/Stickers with PROXV® is not necessai)'. 

PROXY® Is an addic product'and prolonged exposure to spray depOSits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all oxposed acrylic plastic materials and painled sunaces wittl a detergent and water wilhin one hour artor 

exposure to spray deposits. 

_est tank mixes with other products on a small area berore using widety. 

N(Tf REVIEWED 

In Accordance with PR Notice 82~2 

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8y ush)iJ \hIS produ(;l, user or buyer accepts Ihe IDllowing {;ondilioos, 1'i<)ITiJllly, d,sclaimer 01 wurranlio5 ilInd linMaliQllS or 1i8b<h!y. 

CONDITIONS: The direclions lor usC! Ollhis producl am behewd 10 be ;Jdequ~le and should be followed calel(~ly HO',vel'er. oowuse of extreme 

w(ltIlilt)r and so',1 cond'.r,ons, manner 01 U!'iO and olher laclors ooyono Avell!!:; Elwironmenl;:ll Scionce's contrOl, il is imposSIble lor Avenlis 

Environmenllli Science 10 eliminale all (ish i1!'isooa!ed with Itle use 01 ttllS product As a result. crop il1J1IIY or inelle<:liveness is olways posllibls. 

All such fisks shall be as:l(lIned by Ihe user Of buyer. 

DISClAJMER OF WARRANTIES: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABIliTY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND 8EYOND THE STATEMENTS IvIADE ON THIS LABEL, No agenl of Avcnlis 

En~lronmcnlal ScierlC4 is aulhuriled 10 Inake ,my w;mllnlics ooyood 1I105e conlailh!d 1I~leifl or 10 modify Ihe wmfanlies coe!a!ned herein. A~efllis 

Environmental Scierlce disclaims any lialJilUy wlml~ver for incident<J1 or consequenlial dilmages. including, bllt 1l011imilcd 1o, liabilily arislllg Oul 

of breach 01 contracl. express or implied warranly \Includlng warranlies of IIIOf{;hanUJbility and Mness 101 a parlicu!ar purpose), lort. nrsgltgrlilOO, 

5triclliability 01" oihCfWlse. 

LIMITATfONS OF lIABILITY: THE EXCLUSiVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURiES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTlNG FROM HIE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRA.CT. WARRANTY. TORT, NEGLIGENCE. STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PU~CHASE PRICE PAID. OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ELECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT, 

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PROXY® Growth Regulator 

General label revisions: 

1. Added new EPA Reg. No. as directed by Agency (letter dated 01/4/01) 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acid]' " ......................... " ...... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS, ......... . ..................................... . ,., .... 78.3°/.., 

'Conlains 2 pounds elhepllon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 432·1230 EPA Est. No. 264wPA·01 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no ontlando 13 oUqueta, busque a algulon para quo so la explique a usted en dotalle. 

(It you do not understand the label, find som.one to explain It to you In detar\.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies Q!il.Y CaU 24 Hours A Day 1·800-334·7577 

For PRQDUCT USE Informa:tton CaU 1·800·334-9745 

A. The use 01 this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses Is covered by United States and foreign patents including U.S. 

~atont 4,240,819. No license is gmnted to use !his product In countries other than tho United States or for any use not conlemplated 

by this label. Uabilily for patenl infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside Ihe United States. 

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of waler If able to swallow. 

;nduC€""mii;~g unless told by a poison control centor or doctor. 

l-iFONS~~---r~~ CLOTHtNG: 15-20 minutes. 

, caU 911 or ambulance. and then give artificial respiration prelerably moulh-toProbabte mucosal damage may contraindicate tho use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is availabte. AU treatments should bo 

on observed signs and symptoms of distress In the palient. Overexposure to materiats other than thiS product may have 

Victims of severo overexposure, 

edoma. In a victim 

inhalation, shoutd be kept under medical obsoNation lor up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

;".o"";on,, carefut lavage is required duo) lhc ot stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY ST ATEM ENTS 

DANGER •••• HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS • •••• 

Corrosive: Causes irreversibte eyo damngo. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful i/ swallowed or absortMU'CQugh sktn. Do 

not get in eyes Qr 011 ctothing. Avoid contact wilh skin. 00 not inhale v<"pors. as this product v,ill irritate mucous mtlmbmnes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

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Some materiats that are chemica/-resistant to Ihis product are listed below. tf you 1'Innl more opti~01i.· fotlow. Ule V1structions for 

category A on an EPA chemh:al-resistancu selection chart. ••••• : •••• 

Applicf'ltors and olher handlers musl woar lono"sleeved shirts ;lOd long pants, clwmical-resistanlo§brtis made ot-any watorproof 

malerial such as pOlyothylene orpotyvinyl chloride. shoes ptus socks and protective eyeweaL .... 

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not reuse them. Fotlow manutadurer's instructions for cleaning!maintaining PPE If no such instructions for wash3ble,,:J,lse detergent 

and hot water. Keep anrl wash PPE separately from other laundry. • 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the lollet. 

Users should remove clothing immedi;::)lely if pesticide gets Insido. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. Tho 

contaminatod clothing should be washed before rotJse. 

Users shOuld remove PPE immediatoly afler handling this product. As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into clean I 

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ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not apply directly 10 walor, or 10 areas where surface waler Is present or 10 intertidal areas below tho mean high water mark. Do 

not contaminate water when disposing of equipment \\'3Shwoters. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

tt Is a vlolallon of F&d&rai Law to use thIs product in a manner InconsIstent with fts labaling. 

Do not apply this product in a way that will conlact workers or other persons. either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers 

may bo in the arca during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using Ihis produci. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

I ~;~~:,~c.~on:~tamlnate water, food, or feod by storage and disposaL 

JI DfSPOSAL 

I P,,,"Cidewastes are aculely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pestiCide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federat 

wasles cannOI be dIsposed of by use according to labellnslructions. Contact your State Pestlcidie or environmental Co,,,o'l 

Agency or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Waslos resulting from the use 

lhis product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facWty. 

CONTAINER DfSPOSAL 

I Th., Ii 0,,,,,o',d"'O""9 or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by '""'mH.';o,, I 

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 

For focal recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of waler per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Avenlis Environmentat Scien~ Representative for his experience with this product In your area. 

Do not conlaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes . 

• 00 not apply PROXy@' through any type of irrIgation system. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in pfant growth. Plant iniury may result. 

00 not use this product for purposes olhor Ihan those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rale of PRO;.cy® per acre per year recommended on Ihis label. 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MtXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

MIX only the amount of spray you expoct to use each day. 00 not allow mixed sotution 10 stand overnight. 

00 not use PROXY® with addilives other than recommenducl on this tabel. 

Avoid spillS of concentrated product on spray squipmell!. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXyJD IS CORROSIVE. 

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metalS. • •• • ••• " . Rinse Ihoroughly all exposed acrylic'plastic malerials and pninted surlaccs "''1ith a detergenl and watt'l!''''iI~in one"hoOrafter exposute 

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TURF 

Growth Rogulator: An application 01 PROXy'll slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected. 

POD anQIIjJ S(!C);dhoad Supprossion: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, al the laboted rale (5 ItOlltOOO Ie) viiI! 

provide suppress',on of P08 annuli and whHe clover seedheads, Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeal applications 

should bo made al tho Intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeal appllcatJon to predominately Poa amlHo or 

While Clover siles may be made at a 6·7 week interval. Follow other general recommendattons and precautions on Ihe label. 

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Turfgrill$ Growth Rogulatlon 

and Poa annua and White 

Clover S .. dh9@d Supprouion: 

Apply to actively growing turf. It 

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PROXY€! to act. 

Reapplication Intervals: 

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TatUFtne Fescue·4 wks. 

8enlQrass-4 wks. 

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Fairways, Roughs and 

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Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

Ryegrass. Tall &. Fine Foscue 

RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

5 II. ozJ1000 ft2 

Use Llmltidlons: 

Do not allow entry totrealed areas untH sprays have dried. 

For best rosults, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed, 

Apply only to actively growing turf. under favorabte growing conditions, that is not gOing into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due 10 poor soil conditions. drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders/stickers with PROXV® Is not necessary. 

PROXV® is an addic product and prolOnged exposure to spray deJlQSilS will damage acrylic plastics, certain painls and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly alt exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces wilh a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray doposlts. 

eTest tank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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IMPORTANT; READ BEFORE USE 

By using this producl, uscr or buyer aco;pts Ihe foilcwmg conditfCfls, 'H3ffilnty. disclaimw of wammhes and limitllions of liability. 

CONDITIONS: The direclKms for use (Jf Ihis pr(JduCI are believed fo be adequafe and shoutd be followed crJrelully_ HO'HOVer, because of e)(trema 

weather and soil conrlihoos, mar.n8r of use and ottmr laclors beyond Alienbs Enviroomental Science's conlrol, il is impoSSible lor AwmU~ 

Enviroomenfal Scienco 10 eliminate ail risks lIs.sooated wlth the use of Ihis prOduct As, a resull, crop injury or InetfecUveneSs Is always posSibi(L 

All such risks shall be assumOtl by lila user or buyer, 

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; THERE ARE NO WARRANTtES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTA81L1TY OR OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS LABEL No agent 01 Aventis 

Environmental Sdenco is aulhori;r.oolo make any IVamln\los beyond Ih()5e contained heroin or 10 modify Ihe warranties conlained herein. Aven~~ 

EnvtfOOmental Science disclaims any liability whafsoover for Incidenlal or consequonUat damago$, Including, but not limiled 10. liabinly arising oot 

of breach of contract. express or Implied wnrranty (including waffanlles of morchantablfity and filness for a particular purposej, lort, negligence. 

strict liability Of other.vlso_ 

LtMITATtONS OF LIABILITY: THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY. TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAlO, OR AT AVENTIS ENVIRO~IMENTAL SCIENCE'S 

ELECTION, THE REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCT. 

~Avenlis Environmental Science USA LP, 2000 

Net Contents: 

AVl)ntis Envlronmontal Scionc!) 

95 Chostnut Ridge Rd, 

Montvale. NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered Irademark 01 the Aventis Group 

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Reregistration 

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3 (c) (7) (Al provided that you comply with the following 

requil-emen-c.s. 

L submi!:/cite all data required for the regi.strat::i.on of your 

product when the Agency requires all registrants of similar 

products to submit data. 

2. Make the following change to the label: 

• Revise the EPA Registration Number co read, "EPA Reg. 

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No. 432~1230" . 

Submit one copy of your final printed label before you 

release the product for shipment. 

If these condit.ions are not complied with, the regisr..ration 

will be SUbject to cancellation in accordance with FIFR.l\ Section 

6{e). Your release for shipment of t:he product constitutes 

acceptance of these conditions. 

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EPA Reg. No. 432-1230 

If you have any questions about this letter, please contact 

John Bazuin at (703)305-7381. 

Attachments: 

Sincerely yours, 

Cynthia Giles~Parke.!" 

Product Manager (22) 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505C) 

Product label stamped "ACCEPTED" 

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For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon [(2-.chloroelhyl)phosphonic acid]* 

INERT INGREDIENTS, ............... ,..,.,.....,.,.,.,. ............................................ .. 

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

SI usted no entlende 13 allquota, busque a alguien para que se la expllque a usled en delane. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you in detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Cafl24 Hours A Day 1-800-334·7577 

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For PRODUCT YSE Information Caff 1-800-334·9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by Umted Slates and foreign patents InCluding U.S. 

Palent 4,240,819. No license is granled 10 use this product in countries other than the United Stales or for any use not contemplaled 

by this label. liability for palent infringement may result from use Of sale of this product outside the United States. 

FIRST AID 

swallow. 

by a poison control cen~ or doctor. 

Probabte mucosal damage may ~ the use of gastrfc laVage. No specific antidote is avaiJabkt. All treatments should be 

~ on ~ed sigf}sd,Mdi~JiL~ ,inJt~ ~ Overexposure to materials, ~Uh@n !his RfOduct may have -, 

I VIctJms of severe overexposure, by inhaJitJOn, should be kepi: under medICal observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

, edema. ~n 3 victim of overexposure lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swalloweu or absorted th,ough skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid conlact wilh skin. Do not Inhale vapors, as this product will irrh .. t., r"lIcous m<!',nt.t.Jnes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus ~('c-k<; and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard Clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily conlaminated wijh this product concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. FOllow manufaclure(s instructions for Cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instruct10ns for washables. use delergent 

and hot waler. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before ealing, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilel. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gels inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clolhing. The 

contaminated Clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash Ihoroughly and change inlo clean 

clOlhing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENvtRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 nOI conlaminate waler used fot irrigation or domestic purposes, Do nol apply direcUy to water, or 10 areas where sunaee waler is 

prescnt or 10 intertidal areas below the mean high water mane Do nol contaminate wilier when disposing of equipment washwalers. 

Avoid spray drift [0 nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may resull 

IMPORTANT: Do nol apply PROXY® Ihrough any type of irrigation system. 

Do not use Ihis product for purposes other than those IIsled on the labeL 

Do nol exceed the rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommendeD on this labeL 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

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II is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with ils labeling. 

Do not apply Ihis product in a way lhal will contacl workers or other persons, either directly or through dntt Only protected handlers 

may he in the area during applical1on. For any requlremenls speCific 10 your Slate or Tnbe. consull the agency responsible lor 

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pesticide regulations. Read entire tabel before using this product. 

:~:~~~mi",le wale, food odeed by SI~m:~:;~:.~ND DISPOSAL I 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL I 

Wastes reSulting from lhe use of this product may be disposed of on site or al an approved waste disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL I 

Tri~le rinse (or equivalent). Then off~r_ for recyClin~ or reCOnditionll19 or punclure and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by inCineration I 

or If allowed by st.\1le and local authi:lnUes, by burning. If burned. Slay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendations on rales, spray volumes (gallons Of waler per acre), and spray eqwpment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experienC€ wilh this producl in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT M!X PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES "'lAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amounl of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution 10 sland overnight. 

Do not use PROXy€' with additives olher Ihan recommended on this labeL 

Avoid spillS of concentraled product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDlATEl Y RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY@) IS CORROStVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because 01 the acidic nalure of this product. prolonged exposure 10 spray deposits will damage acryliC plastics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic*plastic materials and painted surfaces with a delergent and waler within Q(le hour after exposure 

10 spray deposits. 

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Growth Regulator: An appUca\ion of PROXY® slows the growth of Jurfgrasses tllUS redu<:ing Jhe required frequency of mowing and 

Jhe volume of clippings collected. 

Poil annua Soodhead Supprossion: FOliar application of Proxy, 10 actively growing lurf, at the labeled rate (5 flez/1000 ff) will 

provide suppression of Poa aMus: and white clover seedheads. Anow 2-3 weeks for ma)(imum perfonnance. Repeat applications 

should be: made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Poa arlnua or 

White Clover sites may be ma<le af a 6-7 week interval. Follow other genera! recommendatlOns and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation Fairways. Roughs and SO. ozJlooO ft2 0_5-.. <1.0 9alsll000 ft2 

.od Po. annua .od White Commercial Turfgrasscs, 

Clover Seedhead Suppression: "Including Bentgrass (Fai........-ay cut), 

Apply to actively growing luri. 1\ Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7·10 days foc Ryegrass. Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryograss-7 wks. 

• TalifFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• BenlgrasS-4 wks. I 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry 10 treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in suffiCIent volume of water 10 provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is fOhar1y absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing Juri, under favorable growing conditions, that is flot going lnla a dormancy period. Do not treal 

turfgrass Wllh poor rool systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, droughL and disease or insect damage, 

00 nof apply to gOlf course greens, 

Use of spreaders/slickers wilh PROXY® is not necessary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals . 

Rinse lhOroughly all exposed acrylic plashc materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hOur after 

exposure to spray deposils. 

Tcsttank mixes wilh other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (3) lhallhis product conforms 10 the Chemical description on the label; (b) that this product IS reasonably rd 

for the purposes sel forth in !he directions ror use when it is used in aCCordance with such directions: and (e) thai the directIOns. 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable lesls of elfectivcness, of 

toxicilY 10 laboralory animals and 10 plants and of residues and upon repor1s of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varielies or in all slales or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR OOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR. ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESUL TS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY ~NNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS, 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

~iANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

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Unite<j Stales 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a regislered trademark 01 the Ave-nUs Group 

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DJn Kenny - PI.I (22) 

lohn Bazuin - Pt.1 (22) 

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Document Processing Desk (APPl) 

OHice of Pesticide Programs jH7S0'lC) 

US. Environmental Protection Agency 

Room 266A. Cryslal Mall 2 

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RE: Submitting Additionalln!ormalion in SUPIIOr! 01 Me Too i\pp!icdtion fOl pro:r.y@Growth Regulator (EPA Reg, No. 

432·REGNl 

Dear Mr. Kenny; 

A~ per my conversalion wilh Mr. John Bazuin, Avenlis Eilvirollfllcntal Scieorc USA, lP (liES) is sending additional inlormation 

in support of the Me-Tool\pplicalion lor Prox~'® Growth Regulator. In addilion, t Jm stllding the lirsl page olthe Proxy lilbd 

with Ihe highlighted brand name to read Proxy®GrolYlh Regulalor. YOLI will also nnd a letter Irom Karen Shearer of Aven!i\ 

CropSciencc wilhdrawiog the Pro),)' brand name so thJt,\[5 can use it. 

This submission contains the loll owing inlormation; 

I, leller withdrdwing the Proxy orand n(li'nc 

2 (ompleted rormuialors Exemption Form 

3_ Proxy (SF as 100% repack 

4. 5 copies 01 the lirSI page of Ihe Proxy label v;,ilh the EPA Reg NO. 432·REGN 

Sincerely. 

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Richard M. G,11 rell 

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George RaymoFld (AES) 

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November 2, 2000 

Mr. Dun Kenny 

US Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk 

Cryst.1 Mall Building 2. Room 266A 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, V A 22202 

Dear Mr. Kenny; 

RE: Withdrawal of Alternate Brand Name for EPA Reg. No. 264~26i 

Aventis 

We hereby Ilotify the Environmental Protection Agency that we are v.'ithdrawing the alternate brand 

product name, CHfPCO'il brand PROX'{TM Herbicide, from the product registration, ETHREL.g: brand 

Ethephon Plant Regulator, EPA Reg, No. 264,267. 

J fyou have any questions, please cOntact me at telephone number 919~549~2365 or by e~mail at 

Karen. S hearer@aventis.com. 

Sincerely, 

Karen-S. Sh.earer 

Karen S. Shearer 

Regulatory Atfairs Manager 

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(40 CFR 152085) 

Dai<l of Conlirlenli;)l SIAlem(;n( Ilr ,,",.,rmula (EPA Ferm 5510·4) 

Nl)veHibn 2, 2000 

As an authorized representfllive of the applicant for regislration of the product identified above, I hereby certify that: 

(1) This product contains the following active ingredient(s): 4t Elhcphull 

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ingredient in the manufacturing, formulalion Or repackaging of anolher product which contains that active 

ingredient, which is registered under FIFRA Section 3, is purchased by us from <,mother producer, and is labeted 

{or at least each use for which my product is proposed-to be labeled_ 

(3) Indicate by checking (A) or (6) below which paragraph appKes: 

l~ (A) An accurate Confidential Statement of formuta (EPA Form 8570-4) for the above identified product is 

, attached to this statement That formuta statement indicates by company name registration number, and - 0 

product name. the source of the actlve ingredienl(s} lisled in paragraph (1). 

OR o (6) The Confldentinl Statement of Formula -(CSF) (EPA Fom) 8570-4) referenced above an 

is comptete, curren\. and accuraie and contains tile information required on the current CSF_ 

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(4) The /ollowing active ingredients in this product qualify for the formutator's exemption. 

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Fungicide Branch-Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk (APPl) 

Dflice 01 Pesticide Programs (H7501Q 

u.s. Env'lfOnmerl tal ProJection ,\geney 

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RE: Submitting Additional Information in Support of Me 100 Application for Proxy® Growth Regu!ator (EPA Reg. No. 

432·REGN) 

Dear Mr. Kenny: 

As per my conver!>i1tiOII with Mr, lohn Sawin, Aventis Environmental S(ien(e USA, LP (AES) is sending ad<li'tlonal informal ion 

in support of the Me-Too Appliciltioll for Proxy® Grov.1h Regulator. In addition, I am sending the first page of the Proxy label 

with the highlighted brand name to read Proxy®- Growth Regulalor. You wil/ also find a leller from Karen Shearer of Aventl'S 

CropScience withdrawing the Proxy br(lnd name so that AES can use it. 

Thi~ submission contains the foltowing inlorma{ion: 

1. Letter withdrawing the Proxy brand name 

L Completed FormulalOrs Exemp!ion Form 

3. Proxy (SF as 100% repack 

4. 5 copies of the lirst page of the Proxy label with the EPA Reg. No. 432-REGN 

If you have any queslions, let me know. 

Sln(erely, 

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Rkhard I-.-L Gorrell 

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CC: Joe Conti (AES) 

George Raymond (AES) 

Jim Fetter (liES) 

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For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethephon ((2~chloroethyl)phosphonjc acid]· ••••••••••••••••••••••••• o •••• 21.7'Ok 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ............ . ........................ . "., ........ " ......... " ... 78.3% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si osted no eotlende la etiqlleta, busque a algulen para que S8 13 expltque a osted en detalle. 

(If you do noJ undersland the label, find someooe to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800.J34~7577 

For PRODUCT USE Infonnatlon Catl1-800·334.-9745 

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The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Stales and foreign patents including U.S. 

PalenI4,240,819. No license is granted to use this product 10 countries other than the United Siaies or for any use nol contemplated 

by this tabet. Liability for patent infringement may result from use or sate of this product outside the United States, 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversibte eye damage. Wear safely goggtes when handting. Harmfut If swaltoweu "r absortad th,ough skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on ctothing, Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product witt irrh",t>] ",IICOUS nl~,nt,rclnes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Appticators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and tong pants, waterproot gloves. shoes plus !'(,ck<; and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard ctothing and other absorbent materiats that have been drenched or heavity contaminated with this product C<lncentrate, Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. tf no such instructions for washablf:ls, use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separatety from other taundry. 

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For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [{2·ch!oroethyl)phosphonic acidJ· ....... " ............................................................. 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ................................ " ....................................................................................................... 78.3% 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no antlande la etlqueta, busque a alguien para qua sa la expUque a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you In detail,) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Cay 1-800-334-7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Ca!l1-800..J34-9745 

The use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Slates and foreign patents including U.S . 

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by this label. Liability for palent infringement may resuH from usc: or sale of this product oulside the Uniled States. 

OOhler or doclor. 

damage, may cootmlndfc:3te U')e use"of gasWp Jii~. No speelfjc' ,antidote, !a avanabfe. All treatments'should be 

signs and symptoms, of-dtstreSs )ndhe' patient. ,OvenlxpOsuro<'io' materials oiher than this, product may, have 

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PROX~ Growth ReSju'''" 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Ethepnon {(2~chloroelhyl)phosphonic aCid]· 

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i usled no entiende Ii'! ctiqueta, busque II alguten para que se 13 exptique a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain It to you 1n detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1..s00~334·7577 

For PRODUCT USE Information Call1..aOO·334·9745 

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PatenI4,240,819. No ticense is granted to use this product in countries other than the United States or for any use not contemptated 

bX this tabeL LiabWty for patent infnngement may result from use or sate of this product outside the United States. 

ilF SWALLOWED: ~=~== FIRST AID 

i -Cait a poison conltol cenler Of doctor immedialely for treatment advice. 

i -Ha ... e person sip a gtass of water if able to swallow. I i .Do not induce vomiting unless told by a poison ccnt.rol cooter Of doctor. 

: ·00 not give anything by mouth to an unconscious J?6fSOfl. 

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NOTE TO PHYSICtAN I i ; .. Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No Specific antidote is avaiiable. Alt treatments should be j 

.., based on obseNeO signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Ove~e tp, materials other than this product may havo ! 

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! VIctims of severe overexposure. by Inhalation, should be kept under medicat observatiOn for up to 721lours for delayed onset of \ 

II putmonar; edema< tn a victim of overexposure by Ingestion, carefut gastric tavage is required due to the possibility of ~~h or 

I esophageat perforation. This materiat is an .acid, but the use of atka~ne subslances to neutratize it is contnIindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes Irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling Harmfut if swalioweu oJr absorted th,ough skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on clothmg. AvOid contact • .,.ith skm. Do fiot inhale vapors, as thiS product Will irri,,,,t~ n,IICOUS md,nt.r<lnes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handters must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. waterproof gtoves, shoes ptus l'('{"k., and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard clothing and other abSOr1)enl materials that ha'le been drenched or heavily contaminated with th,s product concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. FoliO',." manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. Ifno such instruct.ions for washable!>, use detergent 

and hot wate" Keep and wash PPE separatety from other laundr/. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating. drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the loilel. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pestiCide gelS inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change inlo clean ClOthing. The 

contaminated clolhing should be washed be(Ofe reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change Inlo clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to waler, or to areas where surface waler is 

present or to inlertidal areas below the mean high water mark. 00 not contaminate water when disposing of equipment w8shwalers. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product wlll cause modifications in plant growth. Plant iniury may resull. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXV® through any type of irrigation system, 

00 not use this product lor purpoSes other Ihan those listed on the label. 

Do not exceed the rate of PROXY€) per acre per year recommended on this label, 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

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

00 not apply this product In a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or Ihrough drift Only prolecled handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific 10 your Stote or Tnbe. consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using this product. 

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STORAGE 

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

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Wastes resulling from lhe use 01 this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved wasle disposal facility. 

~~-- I· Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or-reconditioning Of punclure and dispose of In a sanitary landfill or b:t inCinernlion 

or if allOWed by stale and local authonties, by burning. If burned, slay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

For local recommendalions on rales, spray volumes (gallons of waler P£tr acre), and spray equ'lpmem under varymg temperalure and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for hiS eXPfjrience with this product In your area, 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES /l,V\Y RESULT IN FORMATION OF TQX1C 

FUMES, 

Mix only tho amount of spray you eXPfjct to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

00 not use PROXY® with addiliv-(!s other than recommended on this laoeL 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXV® IS CORROSIVE, 

EQUtPMENT CLEANING 

Because 01 the acidic nature of this product. prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plaslics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painta<:! surfaces with a detergent and water wilhin one nour after exposuro 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing !he required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings COllected. 

Poa annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar applicatkm of Proxy, 10 actively growing lurf, al the labeled rale (5 flez/tOOO re) wi!! 

provide suppression of Poa annua and while clover seedheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made 011 the intervals specified in the chart for !he desired turfgrass. Repeal application 10 predominately Poa annua or 

WhHe Clover sites may be mado at a 6·7 week interval. Fol!ow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turlgrass Growth Regulation FailW<lYs, Roughs and 5 n. oz)IOOO rt2 05-4.0 galsll000 ft2 

and Po. annua and White Commerciat Turfgrasses, 

CtQver Seedhead Suppression: inctuding Bentgrass (Fairway cut). 

Apply to ac!i'Iety growing turf. t! Kentucky Btuegrass, Perenniat 

wi!! require 7·tO days 'or Rycgrass, T alt & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® 10 act. 

I Reapplication intervats: 

• Kontucky Bluegrass-7 wks. , 

• Perenniat Ryegrass-7 wks. I 

• TalliFinc Fescue-4 wks. I 

• BenlgraSS-4 wks. i 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays ha ... e dned. 

For best results, apply WIth sprayer in sufficient ... olume otwater 10 provide uniform coverage_ PROXY® I~ fotiarly absorbed, 

Apply only to actively grOwing turf, under favorable grOWing conditions. that is no, going in/o a cormancy period. 00 nottroat 

turfgrass With poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soH conditions, drought, and disease or msect dumage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Usc of spreadersfstickers with PROXy3J IS not necossary. 

PROXY® is an acidic product aM protonged exposure to spray depoSIts will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals. 

Rinse thoroughly aU exposed acrytic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water wilhin one hour after 

expcsure to spray deposits. . 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants {aj thai this producl conforms 10 the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes sel forth in the dlreclions for use when it is used in accordance with such directions; and (c) thai the direct,ens. 

warnings and other sl;)lemenlS on this label are based upon responsible experls' evaluation of reasonable lests of effectiveness. of 

toxicIty to laboratory animals and 10 plants and of residues and upon reports of fleW experience. Tests have not been made C-fl all 

vaMeUas or in all stales or under aU conditionS. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AuTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANT!ES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR. ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF TH!S PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH !S INCONS!STENT WITH THE lABEl 

D!RECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUS!VE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDlING OF TH!S PRODUCT. WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRtCT LlAB!L1TY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE L1M!TED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANT,TY 

OF PRODuCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOnCE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this materia! does not confer any rights undcr patent goveming Ihis product or the use lhCreQf in countries outs,de of the 

United States 

Aventls Enviranm@nt;J!Science 

95 Chestnut Rldge Rd. 

Montva!e, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Ihe Avenlis Group 

PROXY® ("'1ASTER) Approved 11f8i99 

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UnilVJ $\f>bs E.wi,onrf-!.Hltal PI(lI~cHon A{j01<-'y 

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Formulator's Exemption Statement 

(40 CFR 152.85) 

'I Pro/x.!' (iff/fI'r/, RI'glt/utor 

0,,1,) of C()nfi,~"n!ql SL'>I('mBt:! of Fonnul:J ,EPA fCoIHt$:'lO.-4! 

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As an authorized representative of the appHcant for registration of the product identified above, I hereby certify that: 

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(1) ThiS product contains the following aclive ingreolent(s): 

Elhepbul 

(2) Of lhese, each active ingredient listed in paragraph (4) is present solely as lhe result of the use of that aclive 

ingredient in the manufacturing, formulatlon or repackaging of another product which conlains Ihat active 

ingredient, which is regisfered under FIFRA Section 3, is purchased by us from another producer, and is labeled 

for at least each use for which my product is proposed to be labefed, 

(3) Indicate by checking (A) or (B) below which paragraph applies: [.Ii (A) An accur~te Confidential Statemenl of formula (E~A Form 8570-4) for the above.jden~jfjed product is 

.,,-' attached 10 thiS statemen!. ThaI formula statement mdlcstes, by company name. rcglslfalJon number, and 

product name, the source of the active Ingredlenl(s) listed in paragraph (1)_ 

OR o (B) The Confidential Statement of Formula (CSF) (EPA Form 8570.4) referenced above and on file wilh lhe EPA 

, is complete, current, and accurate and contains the information required on the current CSF_ 

, (4) The following a.ctive ingredients in this product qualify for the fomlulalor's exemption_ 

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PESTICIDE REGISTRATION ACTION TRACKING SYSTEM (PRATS) CODING FORM 

BAR CODE,SS'''IOIOO !D NUMBER';&W-REG-/0ACTION CODE, /SI 

PM, 22 REVIEWER, Ect'Z.Ull/\ DUE DATE, "2.; I Ia. I 

DATE ON APPLICATION, II ! 2 ! 2000 

EPA RECEIVED DATE, II !~_I 2000 

PM RECEIVED DATE, J:2.! :2.'3 ! 2000 

APPLICANT, Ave-w\;js; B.;c.-k~ 1-'\, Go 'i"'V"'e I I 

CHEM CODE 111, 0'1'1'2'0/ CHEI'., E±h&pku,1/\ 

CHEM CODE (21, ---- CHEM: _____________________________ _ 

DESCRIPTOR, S ... J/yy.. of Eor-wH",I-oVt-o'C;£ E><ewvpi-CQI/\) 

"e-VIsed CSF) CVv\..o'J -rev;.se,J /"J,<d 

DATA REVIEWS: 

HED, RCAB, ___ _ TB ___ _ 

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SFED: EEB --- 1o ___ _ 

BEAD: ACB, __ _ BAB __ _ 

RSB, PCRS __ _ PRS __ _ 

PM Team: Carl ___ _ ?a'Jl ____ _ 

FINAL ACTION: RESPONSE CODE: _____ _ 

75-DAY RESPONSE: YES NO --

CRP: YES '--- NO 

RESTRICTED USE: YES NO __ 

EXCLUSIVE USE: YES NO --

Wu-.HJ?ACTUR1NG USE: YES NO ---

RCB, ___ _ DRES, ____ _ 

EFGWB, __ _ ERCB '--

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PCS, __ _ 

Vern ____ _ 8i11 __ _ 

RESPONSE DATE: __ I __ I __ 

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(4) NOT APPLICABLE 

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CONDITIONAL REGIS?RATION/UNCOND:TIONAL REGISTRATION 

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Note to the Iile for File Symbol 432-REGN: 

In a call to the submitter, Robert M. Gorrell of Avent is Environmcmal Science. on November 2, 

2000 to discuss this pending product lleamcd that Ihis product is a repack of 264·267, intended 

to shill control of this Turf use of this product to a neW part of reorganized A ventis (itself a result 

of the merger of Rhonc-Polllenc and AgrEvo). Thus, Mr. Gorrell will send the following items 

as part of the registration application for ulis product: I) a revised Confidential Statement of 

FomlUlation staling Ihat the instant product is a T(:!pack and 2) a Formlllatnr's Exemption [ol1n, 

IIe will also have the "Proxy" Alternate Rrand Name for Reg. No. 264~267 witltdra\\'o, so thai 

there is no problem with essentially identical names existing ror two dinercnt products. 

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PRoxr .. ·· 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [{2..chloroethyl)phosphonic aci<W ... ,......... . ............................................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ....................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

KEEP OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

81 usted no tntlende la etlqueta. buaque a algulen para que so 18 expUque a us-ted en dotaUe. 

(If you do not understand the label, fInd someooe to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And IRANSfORTATION Emergencle. ONLY can 24 Hout'$ A Day 1-800--334·7517 

/ STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

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(IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with walerfor 15--20 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present after the firstS 

minutes then continue rinsing. Can a poison conlrol center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: Cal! a poison control center 0( doctor Immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

\ swallow. 00 not induce vomiting unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

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lF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin Immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center or doctor fIX treatment advice. 

/ IF tNHALED: Move pen>on to fresh air. If person is not breathing, can g11 or arntxdance, and then giv8 artificial respiration nrnfemh-IH !l;JJ , ,.- _., $ t ~ '\ mouth to mouth If possible. CaU a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

i ~ ! NOTE TO PHYSIClAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastliC lavage. No SpeCifIC antidote is available. All 

..oS:.:2 f treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials other than this 

j , product may have occurred. 

~ ~~\,victimS of severe overe)(posure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation tor up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

, pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion. careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or i: f lsophageal perforation. This material is an acid. but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize It is conlrnindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corro$ive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. 00 

I10t get in eyes or on Clothing, Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapof$, as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) . Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus ;OCkS imd protective 

eyewear. ' ~ •• , 

Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched Of heavUy contaminated with this product'Concentrate. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions forcleaninglmaintaining PPE. tf no such instructions for w3shaties. use deter)!:llt 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum. using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should remove clothing lmmediateJy If pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and Change inl0 clean Clothing. The 

contaminated clothing shoulcl be washed before reuse. . • 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothiog. Wash Ihe outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. 00 not apply directly to water, or to areas where surlace water is 

prescnt or to intertidal areas below the moan high water mark. 00 not contaminate waler when disposing of equipment w3shwalers, 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product witt cause modific3llons in plant growth. Plant injury may result 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXY® through any typo of Irrigation system. 

Do not use this product for purposes other Ihan those l'isted on lhe label. 

Do nol exceed the rate of PROXV® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It Is a violation of Federal Law to use this product In a manner inconsistent with its tabeling. 

Do not apply Ihis product in a way that win contact woriters Of other persons, either directly Of through drift. Only protected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe. consu!! the agency responsibte for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire label before using lhis product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminale waler, food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DtSPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

or if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If bumed, stay out of smoke • 

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GENERAL INFORMATION 

\ For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre). and spray equipment under varying lemperature and 

rainfall condilions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amount of spray you expect to use each day. Do not allow mixed solution to stand ovemight 

Do not use PROXV@wilh additives other than re<:ommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concenlrated product on spray equipment 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE< 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING . "'" . Because of the acidic nalure of Ihis producl, protonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plasti~: ceJtain paints, and 

metals. ' , , •• 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic materials and painted suriaces with a delergent and water within one hOur after t>Xpi)$iJte 

to spray deposits. 

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Growth Regul~lo{: An application of PROXY€: slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected, 

Poa annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turi, at the labeled rate (5 floz/1000 f~) will 

provide suppression of Paa annua and white clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applicaticns 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Paa bnnus or 

While Clover sites may be made at a S.7 week interval. Follow other ganeral recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl, ozJ1000 ft2 0.5-4.0 galS/lOOO n2 

and """ .nnull and White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Seedhead Suppression: including Benlgrass (Fairway CUi), 

Kentucky Bluegrass, Perannial Appty 10 Delively growing luff. II 

will require 7-10 days 10' Rycgrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® to act. 

Reapplication inlervals: 

• Kenlucky Bluegrass-7 wks, 

• Perennial Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TallJFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• BenlQrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do nol allow enlry 10 treated areas until sprays have dried, 

For besl results, apply wilh sprayer in sufficient volume ofwaler 10 provide uniform coverage. PROXV® is foliany absorbed. 

Apply only 10 actively growing luri, under favorable growing condilions, thai is nol going lnlo a dormancy period. Do nol treal 

turfgrass with poor root systems Of growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, drought, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to gotf course greens. 

Use of spreaderslstickers with PROXY® is not necessary . 

PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged expooure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and rnelals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

~ .t.. \A.;;-(o- 0« Tcv,---f~l"-i(S-S iAA'i:t "'€3~s1ere'(J ~v, ~!. t'1C $i·,~,~t-s­ Test lank mixes with other products on a small area before using widely. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The mancfactuter warrants (a) that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label; (b) thai this product is reasonably fit 

fot the purposes set forth in the directions for use When it is used in accordance with such directions: and (c) thai the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' e .... aluation of reasonable lests of effectiveness. of 

toxiclty to laboratory i,lnimals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on all 

varieties or in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES rr 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPliED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHAll BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL lOSS OR 

DAIvlAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE lABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY ANO MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

lOSSES, DAt.1AGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THtS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

lIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INOIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

Purchase of this material does not confer any rights under patent governing this product or the use thereof in countries outside of the 

United States 

AvenUs Environmental Scienc~ 

95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Mont .... ale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark or:4Het~Gmii~ ,;)J~ eel. 

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PRO X~ Growth Regulator 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Resi~ential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon {(2<hloroethyl)phosphonic acid]· ,. .................. « ........................ ",. ................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: .................................................... ................. ............... .. ...................................... 76.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No.432-xxx EPA Esl No. 264·PA-G1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

51 usted no entlend. la etlqueta. busque a algulen para que .. la expUque a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not undeBtand the label, find SOlMon. to explaIn It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION EmergencIes Q.t6,.Y CaU 24 Hours A Day 1-800·334·7577 

For PRQDUCT USE fnfonnatlon Can 1..aGO-3J.4.9745 

The use of thIs product for a variety of plant groWlh regulation uses: is covered by United States and foreign palents including U.S. 

flalen! 4,240,819, No license IS granled 10 use this product in countries otner than the United States or for any use nol conlemplaled 

by this label. Liability for patent infringement may result fi'om use or sate of Ihis producl outside the United Stales. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF IN EYES; Hold eye open and rinse Sk>wly and gently with waler for 1$.20 minutes. Remove cootacllenses if prosenl after the first 5 

minules then continue rinsing. C<lU a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control CQrIter or doctor immedialely for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of waler if able 10 

swallow. Do not induce vomiling unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin Immedialely wilh plenty of waler for 15-20 minules. Call a poison contre» 

center or doclor for treatment advice. 

tF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If pernon is not breathing, call9t t or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth If possible. Call a poison control cenler or doclor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYStCIAN: Probable mucosal damage may conltaiOdicale the use 01 gastric lavage. No spociflc anUdole is available. All 

trea1meniS should be based on observed signs and symploms of distress in the patient Overexposure to materials other lhan this 

produCI may have occurred. 

_~\Victims of severe overexposure, by inhalatiOf'!. should be kepi under medical observalion for up to 72 hour'S for delayed onset of 

, pulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion, carefut gastric lavage Is required due to the possibility of slomach or 

esophageal perioration. This material is an acid, but the use of alkaline subslances to neutrnliIe It Is contraindlcaled. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrasive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

nol gel in eyes or on clolhlng. Avoid contacl with skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this prodUCI will irritale mucous membranes, 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) . . Applicators and olher handlers must wear long"sleeved shirts and long pan Is. waterproof gloves, shoes plus ;~ks' and prolective 

eyewear. '" ~ ~ • 

Discard clothing and olher absorbenl malerials thai have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this produc( Concentrale. 00 

nol reuse them. Follow manufaclure(s instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such Instructions for washabfes, use d'.:!tdtll~l1l 

and hoi waler. Keep and wash PPE separalely from oJher laundry. ~'" 0 e 

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Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet 

Users should remove clothing immediately jf pesticide gets insfde. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean Clothing, The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. • 

Users should remove PPE lmmediately after handling this product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 not contaminate water used for Irrigation or domestic purposes. 00 nol apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present 0( to intertidal areas below the mean high water marX. Do not contaminate wafer when disposing of equipment washwaters. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modificallons in plant growth. Planl injury may result 

IMPORT ANT: Do not apply PROXY@through any type of irrigation syslem. 

00 not use this product lor purposes other than those listed on lhe label. 

00 nol exceed Ihe rale 01 PROXV® per acre per year recommended on Ihis label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a .... iolatlon of Federal Law to use thIs product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. 

00 nol apply Ihis product in a way thai will contact workers or olher persons, either directly or through drift. Only prolecled handlers 

may be in the area during applicalJon. For any requirements specific 10 your Siale or Tribe, consult the agency responsible lor 

pesticide regulations, Read entire label belore using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

00 not contaminate water, food. or leed by storage and disposat 

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Wastes resulting from the use 01 Ihis producl may be disposed of on sile or at an approved wasle disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or punclure and dispose 01 in a sanitary landfill or by incineralion 

or if allowed by stale and local authorities, by burning. If bumed, stay oot of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION e-' 'For local recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons 01 waler per acre), and spray equipmenl under varying temperalure and 

rainlall conditions consult Avenlis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXIURES t-.\AY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only Ihe amounl 01 spray you expect 10 use each day. Do not allow mixed solution 10 stand ovemight 

00 nol use PROXY®with additives other than reeommended on Ihls label. 

Avoid spills of concentraled producl on spray equipment 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING · . · " ... • 

Because 01 Ihe acidic nature of this product, prolonged exposure 10 spray deposits will damage acrylic plaslic~,' ultain paints. and 

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Growth R.gulator: An application of PROXV@ slows the growth of turlgrasses thus reducing the required /requency of mowing and 

the volume of c!Jppings canceled. 

Poa annul! Seedhoad Suppression: Foliar application 01 Proxy, to actively growing turf, althe labeled rate (5 nozllOOO ftl) wilt 

provide suppression 01 Poa .. nnua and while clover seedheads. Allow 2·3 weeks for maximum perforrmJnce. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart lor the desired turfgrass. Repeat application to predominately Pea annua or 

While Clover siles may be made at a 6·7 week interval. Follow other general re<:ommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation Fairways, Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1000 ft2 0.5-4.0 93/S1t000 n2 

and PSI! annua and Wblte Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover S •• dhe.d SuppressIon: including Bentgrass (Fairway cui), 

Apply 10 aclively growing lurf. /I KentuCky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7-10 d,Y' /0' Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY® 10 act. 

Reappiicalion inlervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wlIs. 

• Perenni81 Ryegrass-7 wks. 

• TallJFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Benlgrass-4 wks. 

Use limitations: 

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For best results, apply wilh sprayer in sulfident volume 01 water 10 provide unilorm coverage. PROXV® is fotiarly absorbed. 

Apply only 10 actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, thai is not going into a dormancy period. 00 nol treal 

lurfgrass with poor rool syslems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. droughl. and disease or insect damage. 

Do nol apply 10 goll course greens. 

Use of spreaderslstickers with PROXY® is nol necessary . 

PROXY® is an acidiC producl and prolonged e)(posure to spray deposils will damage acrylic plastics, certain paints and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painled surfaces wilh a delergent and waler within one hour after 

exposure 10 spray deposits. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warranls (a) thaI this product conforms 10 the chemical description on the label; (b) thaI this product IS reasonably fit 

for the purposes sel forth in the directions lor use when it is used in accord90ce with such directions; and (e) thaI the direcUons, 

warnings and other statements on Ihis label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable lests of effecliveness, of 

toxicity to laboralory animals and 10 plants and of reskh,lcs and upon reports of field experience. Tests have nol been made on aU 

varieties or in aU slales or under a11 conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORiZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS All IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESUL T5 FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS, 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDliNG OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT L1ABIUTY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHAlL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF. OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PROOUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED, IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOnCE TO BUYER 

Purchase of Ihis malerial does nol conler any righlS under patenl governing this product or the use Ihereof in countries outside of the 

Uniled Stales 

Aventis Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut RIdge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a regislered trademark of Ihe Aventls Group 

PROXY@) (MASTER) Approved t118/99 

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CHEI·' CODE 11), ..0-':G'''il'O I CHE'" .-E±h-vrbo '" ___ _ 

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RESTRICTED USE: YES NO (8) SEi...,ECTIVE 

'SXCLusrVE USE: YES __ NO 

r"l..n.NUFACTUR ING USE: YES ~O, __ _ 

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Fungicide BrilfICh-Regblfatlon Oi"i510n 

Do(ument Pro(c~sillg Desk (APrJ.) 

Offke ot Pesticide Programs (l17504C) 

U.S. Environmentill Prolerlion Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennwt'ldllia Avenue, NW 

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RE: Me Too AppliGltlon tor Proxy:1D Growth Rf'gutator (EPA Reg. No. 432..-.) 

Dear M~, Miller 

Aventis 

EPAOOR~ .. IG1002P 

Certified Mait 

With this leller, Avenlb Envlronmenlal Science USA, LP (AES) is applying for a Me Too Application (or Proxy (,rowlh Regulator. 

rrox\' is an altern,rle brand Ilame lor Elhrel® Plant Regulator (EPA Reg. No, 264.1(7). Since AES will mi:lrkcl Proxy in the 

lurigr ,1S~ market~ and scparale trom Aventis (rop Sc.iellce, A£S is reques.1 ing a ~parilte reg. nos. lor Proxy Growth Regulalor 

under it:. 432-mmpany mlmber. This plant growlh regulator will only contain lurfgras:. uses. 

This submi%ion (Onldinslhe IDllowing informalion: 

1. Leller of AUlhoril.ltionlO Use Aventis (ropScien(c OalJ 

2. Prep,lred EPA form 8570,1 (Me Too Applkillion) 

3. EPA Slamped appro ... ed label for Prnxy (8/7/00) 

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5. :; (.Opiesot the Proxy label with the tlJrlgrils~ u~:. (EPA Reg. No. 432·:o:x and Ihe AvenllS Environmental Science USA, LP 

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Me-Too Application 

General label revisions: 

This product is currently registered as an alternate brand name to ETIIREl brand Ethephon Plant Growth 

Regulator (same REG Number) with only Turf use directions printed from the [fHREL label. ETHREl is a 

Crop Science product - PROXY GROWTH REGULATOR is an Aventis Environmental Sciellce USA, lP (AES) label 

containing the turf uses from the Ethrel registration 264~267. AES is applying for an EPA Reg, No. for PROXY 

GROWTH REGULATOR under Ihe AES company number 432 . 

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p'ltOXY® Growth Regulator 

For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2-chloroelhyl)phosphonic add[*" ... " ................... . . ........... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ......................... ................ .. ....... .. " .................... 78.3% 

~Contains 2 pounds elhephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No, 432~xxx EPA Est. No. 264..pA.(}1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

5i usled no enllende la eliquel3, busque a alguion para que se la explique a usted en delalio-. 

(If you do not understand Iho label, find someone to explain It to you In dotall.1 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800·334·7577 

For PRODUCT V~ Information Cali 1-800·334--9745 

Tho use of this product for it variety of plant growth regulation uses is covered by United Stales and foreign patenls including U.S. 

~atent 4,240,819. No license is granted to usa this product in countries olher than tho United States or for any use not contemplated 

.EY this label. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of this product outside tho United Slates. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF tN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slOwly and genuy with water for 15·20 minutes, Remove contacllenses if present after the first 5 

minutes then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: -Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for Ireatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water il able to 

swallow. Do not induce vomiling unless told by a poison control center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contamiJtated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15·20 minules. Call a poison control 

center or doclor for lreatment advice. 

IF INHALED: Move person to tresh air. If person is not breathing, call 91 t or ambulance, and then give artificial respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison conlml center or doclor for _Iurther treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to materials olher than Ihis 

product may have occurred. 

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Vlcrlms of severe overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onsel of 

ulmonary edema. In a victim 01 overexposure by ingestion, careful gaslric lavage is require<! due to the possibility of stomach or 

sophageal perforation, This malenal is an acid, but tha use of alkaline substances to neutralize it is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safely goggles whon handling. Harmtul if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get In eyes or on clothing. Avoid conlact wilh skin. Do not inhale vapors, as this product will irritate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and othor handlers musl wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus socks and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard clolhing and olher absortJenl materials thai have been drenched or heavily contamimlled with this preduCI concentrate. Do 

not reuse Ihem. Follow manufacturer's instruclions for cleaningfmaintalniJtg PPE. If no such ins!ructions lorwashables, use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately trom other laundry-. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilel. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pcsllclde gets inside. Then wash body 1I10roughly and Change into clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling Ihis product. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change inlo ctean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminale waler used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

presenl or to intertidDI Dreas below the mean high water marie Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipmont w3shwalers. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops,as this producl will cause modlficnlions in planl grOWlh. Plant iniury may result. 

IMPORTANT: Do not apply PROXV®through any Iype of irrigation system. 

Do not use Ihis producl for purposes other than those listed on Ihe label. 

Do not exceed tho rale of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this label. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

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It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in il mannor inconsistont with lts labeling. 

Do not apply Ihls producl in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift Only prolected handlers 

may be in the area during application. For any requiremenls specific to your SI ... tc or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulalions. Read entire label before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

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

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL 

Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved wasle disposal facility. 

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or recondiHoning or punclure and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by ,ncincf<}lion 

or if allowed by slate and local aulhorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

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or local recommendalions on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), nnd spray equipment under varying temperature <ind 

ainfall conditions consult Aven\is Environmental Science Representative for hls experience wllh this prcxluct in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXV® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES t-.1AY RESULT IN FORMATION OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

Mix only the amounl of spray you expect 10 use each day. 00 nol allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXy.IiJ with additives olher than recommended on Ihis label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated producl on spray equipmenL 

IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY SPilLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® IS CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of the acidic nature or thiS product, prolonged exposure to Spray deposils will damage acrylic plaslics, certain paints, and 

metals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-plastic malerials and painled surfaces with a delergent and walnrwithin one hour after exposure 

to spray deposits. 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROXY® SlOws lila growth of turfgrasses !tlUS reducing the required frequency 01 mowing and 

the volume of Clippings collected. 

Poa annuli Seed head Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing lun, at the laboled rale (5 noz/1000 ItZ) will 

provlde suppression of Pea annua and white clover seedileads, Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeal applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for Ihe desired lurfgrass. Repeal application to predominately Pea annU8 or 

While Clover siles may be made al a 6-7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turigr3ss Growth Regulation Fai/Ways. Roughs and 5 fl. oz.l1000 «2 0.5-4.0 gal511000 1\2 

aod Po. annua and White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Ctover Seedhead Suppression: including Bentgrass (Failway cut), 

Apply to actively growing lurf. 1\ Konlucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

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will require 7·10 days for Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXY€) to act. 

Reapplication intervals: 

I , Kentucky Bluegrass-? wks. 

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For best resulls, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provido uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply cnly to activoly growing turf, under favoroble growing condllions, that is not going into a dormancy period. Do noltreat 

lurfgrass with poor rool systems or growing under .stress due to p.oor soil conditions, drought. nnd disease or insect dami:lge. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use 01 spreaders/stickers with PROXY@isnotnecessary. 

PROXY® is an addic product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage acrylic plastics, certa'ln paints and melals. 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painled surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants fa) thai this product conforms 10 the chemical description on the label; (b) that this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set lorth in the directions for use when il is used In accordance with such directions; i.lnd {e) thai Ihe directions, 

wamings and other statements on lhis label are based upon responsible experts' evaluatlon 01 reasonable lesls of errectivenoss, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports 01 field experience. T esls have not been made on all 

varieties or in all slates or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIltTY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY !<.1ANNER WHtCH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUVER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY ANO ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRtCE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAfvtAGES RESUL TtNG FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

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PROXY is a regislered trademack of the Aventis Group 

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1 Registrallon o! Proxy Growth Regulator wiH11\vonlh. Environmcnl<JI Scronce USA,lP 

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I oclmowledgs that ellY kn-owJjnolly 11I1$e or mi$loading stlltement may be punishable bV fil'lO or ImprisoMlImt Of 

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Unil.c4 Stlltell _ Registration OFF Identifier N..,mbIH 

&EPA Environmental Protection Agency _ Amendment 278075 W&;hington, DC 20400 _ Other 

i , for , . I 

1. Compony!?roauet N..,mbef 2. EPA Product Manao-r 3. Propos:&d C~uiflc.!lon 

4. C~erw!Produo::t !N..".) PM' o Non. o Restrict" 

5. /-.1$111(1 ami Add,01Jl of App{lollnt (lnc/udtf ZIP Cod,,} 6. Expedited Review. In accordance with FIFRA Section 3{c)t3J 

IbHiJ. my prOduct is similar or identiCal in composition and labeling 

to: 

n Chock ff "''' is • M'::'~ EPA Reg. No. /' 

, Name / 

'-. , • II / 

o ._""""' ... ""', .. b,'ow ,~~:::;;, r:;l Final priotod labehl: in rKpOI'HIG 1// 

Agency lener datoO 

~ '"ubmi",o. ,. ""' .... " AO'~Y ,,,'" d. -1M T~- APP'~ti,,/// 

Notification ~ Explain below, ~\,\. = OthllT' Explain b,low. 

Explanation: Un Additional \legs(.,) i1 rmco&ury. (For 

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Child·R.&i=llInt PtlCkeglng [ U~Peekfl4Jln\J 

ri>~ .. \ 

2. Typo of Ct'lntru01'lf 

BY"- r Yu. 

No I-- N. b"' No ~M". Pfaotre 

Glae, 

• must I~~~!" No,P?' / f -y,,- N,,-,~, Papl'lf 

wgL 

/ WO' \ 

Othor 

, 13.' \ of Net Contentt V""'''' 0. ~;;:. o Lube! 0 ConUOn&r 0. product 

6. Munner in Which Lube! is Affixed 10 

7 f=~ U O\h,f \ 

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/ , ·IV \ 

I I, Coo"" P ... , b. ,", uhf. , 

IN~' / nIle \ T61&pMM No. {!nclud. AT .. Cod.) 

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Certification '. 6. DatI> Application 

I Clortily thGt tho s;IIIUlmentli 1 hSllft made on tlllg form and all attltchn19nU: thoforo .f. true, ~Ufat. and ComplIlW. Received 

ll1ektlOwll'1dQ$ tft"t 4N( knowinglv 'ilito or mil:huu;!i1'lQ $tawm.nt ftl1lV be ,",unlahable, by fine or in'IcnliolllTumt Of (Stamped) both undar l,aw. 

2. Signature 13. Tille 

i'" • ypao NlIne 5. Date 

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EPA F«m 8510·' 'R", .... , WhIu • EPA Fa. Copy IQI'lolluJl V_llow • AppUcant Copy 
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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE and INSTRUCTIONS 

PAPERWORK Ri;PUCTION ACT NOTICE: publ,c roporting burd~tl fot thia co/Joelron of Inforrmlllon is "5limalod to OVatIlO. 0.85 hour per 

'"POMO, including tltrul for uviawino jl'l$lI'uotio~rchino oxis!]ng <lola sourc"$, goUwlling lind rmUntainino tho datil neaded. etld completino lind 

,,,,,", .. wing In. collection ollnforTnlltion. Send C~l'IU fog8l'dlng th. burdon allbm.Ie Of allY aln"t OJpaCI 01 ti,;, coll.cllon 01 infol'1W)lion, in<:luding 

suggUtiOnli 'or redueing thit: burot'n, 10 Chi.f, Informotion Policy Srench, 121361. U.S, Environmt"ntel Prot&<;tion Agency. 401 M Streol. SW. 

WuhitlgtOfl, DC 20460. 

INSTRUCTIONS: Thill form n. to b. u.lXllor 4lI 4pplicotion$ lot now fllQll!lflition, ond U&O rorogi'ltelian, emondmont. ,nuDnV,lion, 104ppJicetlotl$ 

fOf notifieotionl. final prinlo<! labollno. retooi,trltian. OIC. It1 ordor to proco« on ilppflciltion for a now rooilltriltion lubmitted on thill lotm, tM 

following ~whal mun tHXIOfT'IPI5ny tha eppIi~tioo: 

1. ConifilUlUon with R''P0ct 10 Citation 01 Oata IEPA Form 8570.291. !II not oxllmptild by 40 CFR 152.til Ibl 14J1; 

2. Confidentltl Sutomant of FortnQla (EPA Form 857o.-,U; 

3. Formulll1or'o EXWl'l9tk1n Stlltoment IEPA Form 857().271; 

4. Five cepl •• of droh l.tIo\Ing: 

5. ~ oopi .. 01 any dlla tubmlttfld: 

5. AutMril.t!on tett..- who,.. applicablo; 

7. Matriou what. "PpHcablo. 

;:~~::: ~:: ~;~~:. lubeling lIhO<Jld first bo lIubmittod in tho form 01 droft lab .. I, with ell a;:lplieation. lor naw roglnuotion. Such droh labol' m~y toxt on a.5 x 11 inch plipM fer .ubmitalon or .. mQckup of tho prei»0ed labol. II pr*f)orod for mockup, it ,hould be 

in. w.y liS to faclllt.to stofllg:e in on 8.5 x 11 inch filo. Mockup label, :ignificantly r,;malhlr than 8.5 x 11 incho. should bo mountod on 8.5 

pop.r for wbmill~on. 

I'ub,m'''''~ 01 D.ta;· Oota .ubmittod in INpport of thit application lrnJot ba $ubmin&d in 4Ccordance with PR Notice 8$.5. 

1~~~lfl~l/j~Il!~<J;IQ~~.Pleon rolK! the lnstruetion~ listad bnlow b.fo,o completing thi~ nt>pllclltion. Flflt detormin. the type of ",.",,,,,d 

in Bloclt A, for you oro IIl)bmittmQ this flpphcotioo, For epplicotitms submitted 10 eonMetion with Now Raglstratlon IIl:tion$, Sections 

IV trnJct be completed by tho applicont. For applications Itubmlttoo in connectiot) with ~ndod rerlljJi,uotion actiomt, rasubmluion •• 

I.,,,,,,,tio~. rerogi·Jtr.tiolU. otc .. SectioM I. II, ond IV'mulit be completed by the I'Ipplicenl. 

the appropriato action for wNch you &fll submitting this ferm. 

1~~,!-!Q!Ll' Thi. secllon mutt be ccmpfetOil, u applic-&!lle, for (1) r&gistr-,ion I'Iction.,. 

1. ComflllllyfPfoduct Number .. InlIlirt your Company Number, il OM /un bun uslon&d by EPA, Thi. numbar mmy ol'lve bOlln IInignod to you Ii$. II 

bellic regillUltnt, • dilltrfuutor, or os an ostabllslmv;IOt. II your product Iii rllei$terod, ;nurt the Product Number. 

2. EPA Product M_~·11 known, flU io tho nemo and PM rn.tmbl'lr 01 the EPA Product MeMgar. 

3. Prop_d Clu.trlCaUon • Splolfy tho propolled cll'ls,mcation of thie product. 

4. Product N.IM· Enter the compl'OtO product OOI'M of thi, po,ticide lit It will appoar on the lobel. Thll namo fllIJllt be opoclfic to thi. product only. 

OupkAtion of namee i. not permitted emong product$ of tho lIlImO oempany. Do not include any brand n_ or oompany lin .. doelgnotion •. 

5. Na",..and Addt ... of AppUwnt· 1M nama of the firm or·partlon end oddrlltul chown in your applieation ill tIla peNion or fIrm to whom the 

rllglltr,tion wiu ta lalul'Id. If you are acting 'in b(lholl of anoth., porty, you mullt fiubmit authori: .. tion from that party to act lor them In regl,trelloo 

m.n.t •. An ilPpllcanf not ra.wifIQ in tho United State. mlJn navII an autho~ud &goot tllsiding in th. United StJlltttt to oct for thorn In all 

regl.tretion menor •• The name and conwlete mlll11ng addrellS 01 &\lch on eO'Oot must accompony thi. IIpp!leation. 

6. ~r.fIt.d tt-vMW' FIFRA sec'tion 3 (cl 3 (Ill provldo" for e)'pedlud r(l1.1ow of applications for registration, or an'laMrMnt, to aXi&tln:~;~:~~::~~ 

thllt .,elllmilet or identicill to other pesticido productli thall1re currontly reglBter04 with the EPA. 10 order for YOUt appUcotion 10 bo 

oxpodlted reviaw, you IrnJllt provido u. with the EPA Regi&tration NLlmb.r end product nam;e of the product you b~oV$ ill *>miler to 

your produot. Tho product mult b. Ilimjlar or identical in both fotmUletion and l&bal.d u .... 

~2~~~:.·~T~hill section muS1 b. oompiot.a for .,1I IIpplication. JUbmitt«l to IMT\end th, regilltration only 01 II outr.ntly togi.totod: product • to.ubmi .. ron In ro09on .. to .. n Ag,ncV loner, lor nouflcotioM to the AOol'ICY, for the submln:ion of fin.ol printod 101Mling, lor 

.od for any othor action thot plrtalns to a IPII'cJfic ErA·regi't~r.d prodycr. This aocticn 1,!!.9.! ah! UClld fot III now "PJIllcation lor 

1. Subf.ct of .ubmkaion • Ched tho appllcilblo block and provide tho Agllncy lotter dote if appropriate. Provide III briaf oxplen.tion of the purposels) 

fOf tM aubminioo. such as -thol!ddition of a sito, post cr crop Ispacilyl-; -amolld the Confidantial 5t_tomllnt of FormuIo by, .. -; ·reroglllUutlon 

sobmifllon-; -Ot'ooreJ labal revi$lot) of un dlr01l1100I.- Attach iii Uporotll pogo if additionalllpaea i. noedad. 

~t.~~~!, (PQckBglog and Conloiner loformntlon) • Thi, Soction mtlst be cOTn?/lItt'ld for all #ppJicetioos submittod in eonnoetion with MW 

or eppliublo aroondmonts, 

1, Type of Packoging - Clack the IIppropriata block il your product will bo packaged I!'\ th" indicated pock,ying tYPOII. 

IndlC4to the ,,:a of thO if\dividuat pockots .nd numbar par totoll contolner, 

2.. T~ of R.toU Cc.nt.lr1er - Indicote typo of contninor In wNch product will bo mor\l;otsd. 

3. lOG.dcm of Nel ContenlJ' IndiC6to tho location 01 thtl Mt contont, inlormotion tor your produCI. 

4, $1:.1*1 of R<lt.rt CO<ltei~· Spocily the not contoots 01 611 rot.l oomeiMrs lor 'V')ur product. 

S. loCJUon of U .. Diraetlon •• Indicet .. tho location 01 tha U$O dlractlonll lor your product. 

6. Menner in which 10b.1 !a affixed to product· Indiceted tho method productletH't1 1m on.ched to ret~1 container. 

1~~<I!Qfi.~lContaet Pointl· Thi~ Sec lion must be completod for 011 applicetiona for Regi6tratioo action5.l.a .. new prOOuct. relli.tration, 

re.ubmi,';On, "m .. too; rareglatration, "tc. 

1·5. SaU-.xpIIMtory. 

5. EPA u.. Only. 
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Of'P Identifier NlIf'IlbOl' 

.&EPA Unitoo St3ttt _ Registration 

Environmental Protection Agency _ Amendment 

Wo,hlngton, DC l0400 _ Other 

for , - I 

»umlaf Z. EPA Product MINlO.' • 3. Propoaed ChmMle6tlo-o 

.":'J# r / 

. DN.M D RlHltrieted 

(NillTl.D' PM, . '. '~f' '?' 

Addr ... "'. (frlcllJd. ZIP CorM 6. Expedited Review, In accordance: with FIFRA Section3fc:1I31 

IblH), my product is similar or identical in composition and labeling 

to: 

EPA Reg. No. 

~ D Chflck. ff this is • now sddrNs , Name 

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~ Am."",,",,· '''''''" '''ow. . D Fi ..... printed Icbitla in ffltpon •• to 

D Agency iott/H' dDt&(! . Retubfl'\ill$ioo in rO$porul/il to Agency !onN dlited \ ~M!I Teo~ Applieetion, 

NQuile.tion • E>:;pl6in b4lo\'f. D Otlu-r· EXph;in btlow. 

-. .Uu ilddltiolUli pag_hl)If nllloo.flory. (For scclion 't ~nd Section iLl 

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I -,.!!!. I 11. "", I '. • 

I ChUd-Resistant Pookoglng Unit !",,,koging 

r-I. 

2. TypQ Qf Cont.iller By"' - y" , flTI M .. " - f-"- YOI '\ Pia$tic I N. N. N. Glltll. 

must ,,,t'!'. N?:p't , 1 ~ ., ',,' N').p" Paper 

wgl. eontmn!ilt' w,. Othu 

• \ I,.".,N." I '';"''') R". 

o Labal 0 Container d~~~,ml' product 

6. MaOMf in Wmch Lablll!. Affh:e<i to Produot, 

'§~ o Olmu \ • 

\ . " , -IV \ ' :'.1 

i 1. Co"~ .. Pol", d' .. <'~ , b, . N_ Title No, ffrn:!ud6 An.!, CIXIoj 

Certrtic:a1ion 5. ~ln8 Appli(;l!!tiol'! 

I cortlly that thi! ,tllfelT'.oolli' I halill made on thl;; form MId all DnO(;hrnems thereto 1110 true, eceurat4 end compitflto. RecoiVM:I 

i 8ckroowllldg_ thot any knowingly fal"II' or ml$lcading IIlalemltnt mllY bo punichaCit by liM Of impnllonment or (Stamped) law, 

2. SiglUltur. 3, nu, 

, "I, 'YP«l NIII'(IG 5. Dote 

)('1 A 

, .. 7"'11"" ... "'" I mfition, ere WhIt •• EPA Fu. Copv (original) Copy 
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PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOTICE and INSTRUCTIONS 

PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT NOnCE: Pub~c IGporting burden lor this coHoctlon of Inlormlltlon I. o$llmotfU! te ...... '0!lO 0.85 hour POt 

ro.,wnso, including timG IOf (.vi.wlng Inl:truoticu"...e.H(chlng existing doUi SCU(COIil. Wlthalin" and maintaining tho data nflodod. and completing lind 

18vh.wing Ita eellacticn of information. Sand COrM1eI11,5 rogordlng tho butdon ostlmate 01 any athOl' .!;floct 01 thi" coltocticn of fn,ormeticn, lneludlng 

IUIIII",tion& for rodueing thin bUflhtn. to eNol, InlolTllaticn Pollcv Branch, \2136), U.S. Environmontal p,otoction Agoncy. 401 M Strut, SW, 

W.,hinll'lcn, DC 20460. 

INSTRUCTIONS; Thi. form I" to be used lot all applications for new toglouoticn, ond u.so (clogiWation • .mendmont, towbminion, to ,e,pplicliluom 

lef notificiltlono, fino! printed IfltaJing, r.t.gi"utllio", etc, In otd., to Placon.n application for. MW logiJttllticn oubmittod on thi' form. ttt. 

loIIowi"O mm.riat mu.t otecom;peny tho applioltion: 

1. CMtitiaelion with Reapect to Cltation of DatelE,.A Form 8510-29). lit not oxomptod by 40 CFR 152.81 Ib) 1411; 

2. Confidant!. SWlIiMnt of Formula (fPA Form 8570-4); 

3. Formulator's Exemption Stltement IEPA Form 8570-27): 

4. Five oopI .. of draft tebeling; 

5. Tmao oopi .. of aft'( dstallUbminad; 

6. Atlthot\utlonlon.,- where applicable; 

7. Matrio .. whoro applicablo. 

Subrniulotl 01 ""Jint - Loboling ahould first be .ubmln6d in tho lorm 01 draft 1Jrla1. wIth all app~ootlon. lor now rool.tration, Suoh d,olt IlIhllls may bo 

in the form of TYp&d !lIbel toxt on 8.5 x 11 looh papor for aubmlssion or a mockup 01 tho propohd label. II prop~lIod for mcdo:up.It./loUId ba 

constlllctllKlln 0 WITt .. to focilitotl .tora"oln en 8,5)it 11 Inch filo. Moelt.up IlIbllls clgnificentlysm.Qar then 8.5 x 11 InoM. ohould b. mountrtd on D.S 

x 11 inch pepor for tubmia.wn, 

Submlulon of D6ts - o.to tubmitted in wpport of this cpp/ication must be subminod in accordance with PR Notic. 86·5, • 

SPECIFIC INSmUCTlQNS: Pleeae roed the iM\luctiom" linad bolow boforo oomphnin" this appllcatlon. Flu:t dotormi", tho typo 01 r.Watroticn 

"tion. listed in Block A, for which you life submitting this application. For applic.tions submitted in connoction with New Regisuation actlolU, S.ctiom~ 

I. III, and IV must bo complated by tho applicant. For applicetions submltted In corm.ction with amand!>d rorlllgi,uation actions, r •• ubmiuions, 

notifie.tionl, retagi,uations. otc .. Soction' I, II, and IV must be comploud by-the oppllcant. 

BIodc: A· Chock tho 09Propriata action for which you are submitting this lorm. 

SECTION J - Thi. Hction must be compteted, .s applioobla, for aU ragiattelinn oct;o,"" 

1. CornpanyJP-roducc: Number -Insart your Company Numb." if one has baltn asslonod by EPA. Thi" number may h .. va b .. en ,II'Onod to you 01 • 

ba.lc rogilt/ant,. a dl.trlbutor, or a. an •• tablllihmenL "your p/oduct I. r .. ai"t .. r~, infert tho Produci Numb.r. 

l. EPA Product Manevw - If known, WI In the name and PM numb-.r 01 tha EPA Product Manooor. 

3. Prop_ad ct_mOlltion - Spooify tho prClp050d classification 01 this producf. 

4. Product Noma - En10r tho complete product n&f'MI 01 thi$ putidde 8$ It wll! appear on tn. lobet Tho narno mutt ba ap6cific to thia product only. 

Oupliaation of nama" i. notparmined tImOrtg produck 01 the sarna company, 00 not include eny brand natYMII I»' oompany Ii"" dellignationo. 

5. N.rM .nd A.wr- of ~ - The 'namo of the rill'll or poraon olld odd'"11 .hown in Y(lur application is tha p.rson or firm to whom the 

I.giatr.tlon willia i"wod. If you .ro IWtinl1 in bahall of IlfIOlhol porty, you mull submit .uthori2etion "om that party to act for thorn in flIgi.tretion 

mflUllr •• An oppI1Cont not rilsidlng In tho United St.tes muet havo an .utlwri2cd -oont r(lsiding In the United Stet .. to act lor tlulm In 011 

registration mener •• Tha nlllTW! and cemp)e" mailing add" .. 01 such an agent muD! 6CcCMpony this appllcatlon. 

6. E.qMdJted R.\lhw - FlFflA sar-Uon 3 Ie) 3 ISJ provldu for oxpoditlld roview of opplications 1M registration, or an'Iendmllntli to .xistinO rOglstr:." 

thet or. litnllor or klentk;o/ to- othoilr j)tIaticida products that ar. ourrently rogi.toNKI with the EPA. In oldar for your .application to b. oIlgibl.,o 

o)(p6ditcd review, you muat provido us with tho EPA Ragilltr.tion Numbor and ploduct nama of the product you baUeve I" cimilllf to or !donti 

your product. The product mu#t b ... milar or idantical in both formulation sl'ld hlbllllKl Ull ... 

SECTION II • Thi ••• c:tion mu.t bli oomplotltd lor all II(.Ipilcolionrt wbminod to emol'ld the rogiltratif»\ onlV of a ourrently roolotend pr04uct 

(Arruondmont). for. r •• ubmlaslon in rnp_o to an Agancy lonor. for notiflcetlen. to ttt. Aooncy, lor tho .ubmiuion 01 final printed labeling, for 

rer.obmation and lOT any other .etlon thlt parta1ns to a nw:ilie EPA.rtIDtttr,g modt!{:t. Thl. aection 1'!l!!.!12 W! und for a now appHcfltion 101 

,.",Illation. 

1. SUbjoct 01, .ubmiHion • Check the eppJicebie block .nd provide tho AOOncy lon~r doto il apPIOPlioto, P,ovid. a briel oxpl,,'Iadon 01 tho purpo".ts) 

for the wbml$llion, luch., ·tho addition of e site, post or crop {$poci!yl·; "lII"f\f!nd tha Confidential Stott/ment 01 Formula by ••• ·; ·raragillttation 

,ubmis.on·; ·oerarllllabol r""ion 01 usa direetiont.- Anach 0 ooplr.t, plllQe il od<,lltional ,pilca il nUdad'. 

SECTION 111 (Packaging and Contail'lflr Inlormatlon)· This Soction mlJlt be comploted for All app/icotion. cubmlnad in connection with naw 

regilttotion or !IAl1i.eWe .-nondmanto, 

1. Typo 01 Pockoging· ChIIek tho eppropriote block il your ploduct wlli be pockoOed in thflindicllltlld peekegino typo •• 

Indicate the .izo of tho indlvtdual packets: end number por reteil conto1ntr, 

2. Typ. 01 Rf:toll ContaiMf ·Indicota typo 01 contoln&r in which product will be markotod. 

3. L~uom 01 ,"t Contentl -Indlcete tho location of tho not oontants infolmation lor your product. 

4. Si:z.fjl of lbltal Conta1Mf· Specily the Mt contonu of $I ratoU contal08rt for your ptodu<:t. 

5, Loo.tlotl or Un DIr.ctlon. -Inolceto the lacetion 01 tha UIO diractioNl 'or you, ploduct. 

6. Manoar In Whleh lab.1 if; eHlxod to product. Indicetad tha method product lab~1 11: anached to IOtail container. 

SECTION IV (Contact Paint)· Thill Soction mUlit bo col'\'lfl1ollld for IiIIl'Ipplic81ions lor RogillUation aclion" 1.0., now producu rogisr/l'ltion, 

rMl.lbmi,~on. ·me-too.· r.r.giltration, etc. 

l-S. Solf-llq)Ianototy. 

6. EPA Un Only. 
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460 

Aventis Environmental Science USA, LP 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvalel NJ 07645 

PRODUCT NAME: Proxy Growth Regulator 

10/12100 

COMPANY NAME: Aventls Eenvlronmental Science USA, LP 

DPP INDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 278075 

EPA FILE SYMBOL: 432-REGN 

EPA RECEIPT DATE: 10/11/00 

SUBJECT: RECEIPT OF APPUCATION FOR A NEW REGISTRATION 

DEAR REGISTRANT: 

OFACEOf 

PREVENTION, PESTICIOE AND 

TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

The Offlce of Pesticides Programs has received your application for a new registration and It has 

passed an administratiVe screen for completeness. 

Please note that this is oniy a notification of receipt of your application. This Is only the first step in 

the application process, and does NOT constitute approval. 

• If you have any questions please contact Dan Kenny, Product Manager 22, at (703)-305-7546. 

Sincerely, 

~"~,~ -""" " 

Front End Processing Staff 

Information Services Branch 

Information Resources & Services Division 

IrtlEim\l'l Add,*, [URtj ®:{/w'«-II.epg.Q0' 

!<e<:ydoad,l}:.1GCyclot:W i'linlOO Will; Ve-gotobJo 0\1 !kl!mY fr;k$ 00 R«:yclro f'<lp« (MirOfl)I;fl125% PrutcOO!lU(fI(!r) 

206 
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Aventis Environmental Science 

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October 2, 2000 

Cynthia l. Giles-Parker - TM (22) 

Fungicide Branch-Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk (APPl) 

Office 01 Pesticide Programs (H7504C) 

U5. Environmental Protecrton Agency 

Ariel Rios Building 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

Washington, DC 20460 

.\-> , .. RE: Me Too Application for Proxy® Growth Regulator (EPA Reg, No. 432~ 

Dear Ms. Miller 

Aventis 

EPAOORMC;1002P 

Certified Mail 

Witl! this teller, Avcntis Environmental Science USA, LP (AES) is applying for a Me Too Apptit.1lion lor Proxy Growth Regulator. 

Proxy is an alternale brn:nd name lor Ethrel® Plant Regulator (EPA Reg. No. 264-267). Since AES wilt market Proxy in Ihe 

lurigr.1ss miltkels and separate from Aventis (rop Science, AES is rCQuesting a ~parate reg, nos. for Proxy Growth Regulator 

under its 432-company number, This plant growth rcgulator will only con tain turfgrass IIses. 

Tt\is submission mntainstlie following information: 

L lenet of AUlhorization to Use Aventis Crop Science Data 

2. Prepared EPA form 8570·1 (Me Too Application) 

3. EPA stamped approved fabet for Proxy (817100) 

,t (SF 

5. 5 topies of the Proxy label wilh the turfgrass uses (EPA Reg. No. 432-xxx and Ihe Avenlis Environmental Science USA.lP 

name) 

It you have any questions. leI me know. 

Sincerety, 

hd?~1 Richard M. Gorrell 

EncL 

CC: Joe Conli (AES) 

George R,)ymond (AES) 

fim Feller (AES) 

Aventis Environmental Science USA lP - 95 Cheslnul Ridge Road - Montvale, Nf 07645 - www,ilvcnliscom • ~ •• 

Telephone (201) 307·9700. Fax: (201) 307·3384 . • ~ 

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Aventis CrQPSciellce 

September 15, 2000 

Mr. Dan Kenny 

US Environmental Protection Agency 

Office of Pesticide Programs 

Registration Division 

Document Processing Desk 

Crystal Mall Building 2, Room 266A 

1921 Jefferson Davis Highway 

Arlington, V A 22202 

Dear Mr. Kenny: 

Aventis 

RE: Letter of Authurizatioll to llse Aventi:.; CropScicncc Data Pertaining to EPA Reg. No. 264-267 

Company: A ventis Environmental Science /<) .-" /~: Ij 

Products: CHfPCO PROXY, EPA Reg. No. 432~;\ t:l~ I' 

This Jetter of authorization is being provided ill the request of A ventis Environmental Science, which is 

applying for a me-too registration ror the above referenced pesticide product that contains ethephon 

purchased rrom Avent!s CrojlScience. 

We hereby authorize the Registration Division orthe US Environmental Protection Agcncy to consider 

such items of A ventis CropSciellce product registration infonnation as contained in files to SUppOI1 the 

application for pesticide rcgistration of the above referenccd product by the subject company. The 

authorization herein grantcd shall be limited to an intemal review of the product registration inlbnnation 

by the appropriate pcrsonnel within EPA. Such product registration informatioll shall not be made Jlart 

of the subject company's product registration files nor shall it be disclosed to the subject cnmpany or to 

any other registrant without expressed written consent 

The authorization hercin provided shall be applicable only to the pesticide product cthcphon technical 

and pmducts containing ethephon that is identitied above and shall not extend to any other products or 

product registration of A vcutis CropScience. 

Sincerely, 

Karen S. Shearer 

Regulatory Affairs Manager 

Fungicidcs-Herbicides 

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

WASHINGTON. D.C. 20460 

Richard M. Gorrell 

Aventis Environmental Science 

95 Chestnut Ridge Road 

Montvale, New Jersey 07645 

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OFFICE OF 

PREVENTION, PESTICIDES 

AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES 

Subject: Ethrel ~ brand Et:hephon Plant Regu.latc~/Proxy':!! 

EPA Registration Number 264-267 

The label amendment dated June 12, 2000 that contains 

The addi tion of the "Poa annua Seedhead Suppression I' 

Section to the 'JDirections for Use" 

Dear Mr, Gorrell, 

The labeLing referred to above, submitted in connection with 

regist.!."ation under the Pederal Insecticide, Fungicide, and 

Rodenticide Act. as amended, is acceptable. A stamped copy is 

enclosed for your records. The other version of the amended 

label that was submitted for the subject product on the same date 

contains the same amendments as the accepted amended version of 

the label except that -1t does not concain ;:he "Poa annua Seedhead 

Suppression" sectton in the "Directions for Use", so the accepced 

amended version of the label is considered the most: recent 

version of the label (supersedes the other versi on of the :i:lbel) . Submit one copy of your final printed labeling before you release 

the product for shipment. 

Atcachment: 

Cynthia 

~/;'~- L. Giles-Parker 

Product: f>1anager (22} 

Fungicide Branch 

Registration Division (7505CI 

Labe 1 5 tamped " Jl.ccept ed ~ 

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PROX~ For Commercial Use Only. Not For Residential Use. 

For use on Turf. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2·cllloroethyl)phosphonic acidl~ .... "" .. " ............ , ... " ........................ " .......... ,,21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ............................ " ........ ""..... ......................... . ............................. "" ......................... 78.3% 

·Contains 2 pounds ethephon per gallon. 

EPA Reg. No. 264-267-432 EPA Est No. 264-PA..(l1 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si usted no entieode la etlqueta. busque a algulen para que S8 la expllque a usted en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the label, fiod someone to explain It to you In detaiL) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencies ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800-334-7577 

For PRODUCT y§.!§ Information Call1..a00-334·9745 

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TIle use of this product for a variety of plant growth regulation uses Is covered by United Slates and foreign patents Including U.S. 

PatenI4,240.819. No license is granted to usc this product in countries other than Ihe United States or for any use not contemptated 

by this labul. liability for patent infringement may result from use or sale of Ihis product outside the United States. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and genllY wilh water for 1&-20 minutes. Remove contact tenses if present after the first 5 

minutes Ihen continue rinSing. Call a poison control cenler or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF SWALLOWED; Call a poison controt center or doclor immedialety for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if aille to 

swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless totd by a poison controt center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take olf contaminated clothing, Rinse skin immediately with plenly of water for t5-20 minutes. Call a poison controt 

center or doctor for treatment advice. 

tF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificlat respiration preferably 

mouth to mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosat damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. No specific antidote is available. AU 

treatments should be based on observed signs and synlptoms of distress in the patient Overexposure to materials olher than this 

product may have occurred . 

• Viclims of severe overexposure, by inhalation, shoutd be kept under medical observation for tip to 72 hours for detayed onset of 

pulmonary edema. tn a victim of Overexposure by tngeslion, carefut gastric lavage is required due to the possibility of stomach or 

esophageat perforation. This material is an acid, but the use of atkatine substances to neutratize it is conlraindicaled. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive; Causes irreversibte eye damage. Wear safety goggtes when handting. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

not get in eyes or on dOihing. Avoid contact with skin. 00 (tot inhate vapors, as this product will irritate mucous membranes, 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

Applicators and other handters must wear tong-sleeve<l shirts and long pants, walerproof gloves, shoes plus sry:"s and protective 

eyewear. 

Discard ctothing and other absorbent materiats that have been drenched or heavily contaminaled with this pro0\..1Ct <.ancentratc. Do 

not reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE, If no l3uch inslru{.uool;; fqr was;lohlaJ, use detergent 

and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking. chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toile\. 

Users should remove clothing immediately jf pesticide gels insido. Then wash body thoroughly and change inlo clean clothing. The 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. 

Users should romove PPE Immediately alter handling this product As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change Inlo clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

00 nol contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply direclly to waleI', or to areas where surface waleI' is 

present or to intertidal areas below the mean Iligh waleI' marl<. 00 nol contaminale walerwhen disposing of equipment washwalers. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product wllt cause modifications in Plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

tMPORTANT: 00 not apply PROXY® through any type of irrigation system, 

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

00 not exceed the rate of PROXY® per acre per year recommended on this [abet. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USE • It is OJ viotatron of Federat Law to use thIs product In a manner inconsistent with its labating. 

Do not apply [his 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 applfcation. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for 

pesticide regulatlons. Read entire [abel before using this product. . 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

00 not contaminate w3ter. food, or feed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICtDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Trip[e rinse (or eQulva[ent). Then offer for recycllng or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of [n a sanitary [andfil[ or by incineration 

or if altowe<.i by state and local authOrities, by buming. If burned, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

.For toca[ recommendaHons on rates, spray volumes (galions of waler per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperature and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventls Environmen[al Science Representative for his experience Wi[h this product in your area. 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

00 NOT M[X PROXY® WITH AMMON[UM TH[OSULFATE. SUCH TANK M[XTURES MAY RESULT [N FORMATION OF TOX[C 

FUMES. 

M[x only the amount of spray you expect [0 use each day. 00 not allow mixed solution to stand overnight. 

Do not use PROXY€> with additives other than recommended on this [abcl. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on spray equipment. 

[MMEoIATEL Y R[NSE ANY SPILLS WITH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY® [S CORROSIVE. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING 

Because of tho addie nature of [his product. prolonged exposure to spray depositS will damage p(,(Vllr Q[astics, certain paints. and 

metals, 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic-p[astic ma[erials and painted surfaces with a detergent and w ... t<J'. 1.I;:,in on..! hc)..: after e:x:posure 

[0 spray depOSits. 

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Growth Regulator: An application of PROX)"8 slows the growth of lurfgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing and 

the volume of clippings collected. 

Po. annua Seedhead Suppression: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rate (5 flo:t11000 fil) will 

provide suppression of Poa annUB and while clover seOOheads. Allow 2-3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeal applications 

should be made altha intervals specified in the chart for the desired lurfgrass. Repeal application to predominately Poa annul) or 

WhHe Clover siles may be made at a 6·7 week Interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrass Growth Regulation Fairways. Roughs and 5 fl. ozJ1 000 fl2 0,5-4.0 9al9/1ooo ft2 

.nd p"" _nnus .nd White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Seedhead Suppression: including Bentgrass (Fairway cut), 

Apply to actively growing turf. It KentuCky Bluegrass. Perennial 

will require 7· to days fo' Ryegrass. Tall & Fine Fescue 

PROXV® to acl 

Reapplication intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Perennial Ryegrass.7 wks. 

• TalifFine Fescue-4 wks. 

• Bentgrass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

Do not allow entry to treated areas until sprays have dried. 

For best results, apply with sprayer in sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage, PROXV® is fotlarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorablo growing conditions. Ihatls not going Into a dormancy period. Do not treat 

turfgrass with poor root systems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions. droughl, and disease or insect damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreadersfstickers wilh PROXY® js not necessary. 

•• PROXY® is an acidic product and prolonged exposure 10 spray deposits wilt damage acrylic plastics. certain paints and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic ptastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water within one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

Use on Turfgrass not registered In the State of California. 

Testtankmlxes with other products on a small arca before using widely. 

ACCEPTED 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer warrants (a) Ihal this product conforms to the chemica! description on !ho label; (b) Ulat this product is reasonably fit 

fGf the purposes set forth in the directions for use when ills used in accordance with such direcl]ons; and (e) that the directions, 

warnings and other statements on this label are based upon responsible experts' eYalualion of reasonable lests of effecliveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants and of residues and upon reports of field cl<porience. Tests haye nol been made on all 

varleties or in all slates or under aU conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS, NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR. ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHfCH tS tNCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS, WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAMAGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL. INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER 

.purchase of Ihis material does not confer any rights under palent goveming this product or the use thereof in countries outside ollhe 

United Stales 

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95 Chestnut Rfdge Rd. 

Montvale, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered trademark of Ay(mtis Elwironmental Science 

PROXY® (MASTER) Approycd 1118/99 

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General label revisions: 

LABEL INFORMATION PAGE 

This product is currently registered as an alternate brand name to ETHREl brand Ethephon Plant Growth 

Regulator (same REG Number) with only Turf usc directions printed from the ETHREllabel. ETHREL is a 

(rop Science product - PROXY GROWTH REGULATOR is an Aventis Environmental Science USA, lP (AES) label 

containing the turf uses from the Ethrel registration 264·267. AES is applying for an EPA Reg. No. for PROXY 

GROWTH REGULATOR under the AES company number 432 . 

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Elhephon [(2-chloroethyl)phosphonic acid]~ ...................................... " .. " ... H ..................... 21.7% 

INERT INGREDIENTS: ......................................................................................................................................... 78.3% 

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

DANGER PELIGRO 

Si wited no entiende 18 allquota, busque a alguien para qua so la expllquo a ustod en detalle. 

(If you do not understand the labol, find someOne to explain It to you In detail.) 

For MEDICAL And TRANSPORTATION Emergencles ONLY Call 24 Hours A Day 1-800..J34~7577 

For PRODIl£! USE Informa1ion Call1..t100·334-9745 

a.Jhe use 01 this product for a variety 01 planl growth I13gulation uses is covered by United Siaies and foreign patents including U.S . 

..,alonI4,240,619. No license Is granted to use this product in countries other than the United Stales odor any use nol contemplated 

by this [abel. Liability for palent infringement may result from use or sale of thls product outside the United Stales. 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT 

IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and genUy wilh water for 15-20 minutes. Remove cantactlcnses if present after the firstS 

minutes then continue rinsing. Call a polson control center or doctor for treabnenl advice. 

IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center Of doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to 

swallow. Do not induce vomiting untess told by a polson con trot center or doctor. 

IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated Clothing. Rinse skin immediately 'Hith plenty of water for 15-.20 minutes. Call a poison control 

center Of doctor for treatment advice. 

IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance. and then 9ive artificiat respiralion preferably 

mouth 10 mouth jf possible. Call a poison co,ntrol cenler or doctor for further treatment advice. 

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: PrObable mucosal damage may contraindicale the use of gastric lavage. No speCific antidote is availabte. All 

treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress in the patienJ. Overexposure to materials other Ihan this 

product may have occurted. 

_Victims of savere overexposure, by inhalation, should be kept under medical observation for up to 72 hours for delayed onset of 

~ulmonary edema. In a victim of overexposure by ingestion. careful gastric lavage is required due to the possibmty of stomach or 

esophageal perforation. Thls material is an acid, but the use of alkaline substances to neutralize il is contraindicated. 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS 

DANGER 

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS 

Corrosive: Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear safety goggles when handling. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do 

nol get in eyes or on clolhing. Avoid conlact with skin. Do nol Inhale vapnrs, as Ihis product will inilate mucous membranes. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) , , •••••• Applicators and other handlers must waar long-sleeved shirts and long pants. waterproof gloves, shoes plus ~ocks and protective 

eyewear. •••••• 

Discard clolhing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product ·concentrale, Do 

nol reuse them. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning/mainlaining PPE. If no such instruclions for washabres, use <:QlTl!rtltl~t , , and hoi water. Keep and wash PPE separately from olher laundry. :..... • • 

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User Safety Recommendations 

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. 

Users should remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash body thoroughly and change into clean clothing. TIle 

contaminated clothing should be washed before reuse. < • 

Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product. As soon as possible. wash thoroughly and change into clean 

clothing. Wash the outside of gtoves before removing. 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 

Do not contaminate water used for irrigation or domestic purposes. Do not apply d[rectly to water, or to areas where surface water is 

present or [0 [ntertidat areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwators. 

Avoid spray drift to nearby crops, as this product will cause modifications in plant growth. Plant injury may result. 

[MPORTANT: Do not apply PROXY@throughanytypeofirrigationsystem. 

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

Do not exceed the rate ofPROXY® per acre per year recommended on this tabeL 

• DIRECTIONS FOR USE 

It is a v[o[atlon of FederatLaw 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 agency responsible for 

pesticide regulations. Read entire labe[ before using this product. 

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL 

STORAGE 

Do not contaminate water, food, orfeed by storage and disposal. 

PESTICtDE DISPOSAL 

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

CONTAINER DISPOSAL 

Trip[e rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration 

or if allowed by state and loca[ au[horlties, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

.or Ioca[ recommendations on rates, spray volumes (gallons of water per acre), and spray equipment under varying temperalure and 

rainfall conditions consult Aventis Environmental Science Representative for his experience with this product in your area, 

USE PRECAUTIONS 

DO NOT MIX PROXY® WITH AMMONIUM THIOSULFATE. SUCH TANK MIXTURES MAY RESULT [N FORMAT[ON OF TOXIC 

FUMES. 

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

Do not use PROXY® with additives other then recommended on this label. 

Avoid spills of concentrated product on sproy equipment. 

IMMED[ATELY R[NSE ANY SPILLS W[TH PLENTY OF WATER AS PROXY€} [S CORROSIVE. 

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Growth Regulator: An (lpplicalion of PROXY® slows the growth of turlgrasses thus reducing the required frequency of mowing <Iud 

the volume of clippings collected. 

Poa annuli Seedh,ad Svppresslon: Foliar application of Proxy, to actively growing turf, at the labeled rale (5 f1oz/1000 ft1) will 

provide suppression of Poa Mnua and while clover seadheads. Allow 2*3 weeks for maximum performance. Repeat applications 

should be made at the intervals specified in the chart for the desired turfgrass, Repeal application to predominately Poo annua or 

White Clover sites may be made al a 6·7 week interval. Follow other general recommendations and precautions on the label. 

APPLICATION SITES RATE SPRAY VOLUME 

Turfgrj!ss Growth Regulation Fairways. Roughs and 5 n. ot11oo0 n2 0,5·4.0 gals/lOOO ft2 

"d Po. annua .nd White Commercial Turfgrasses, 

Clover Se.dh.ad Suppression: including Benlgrass (Fairway cui), 

Apply to actively growing turf. It Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial 

will require 7*10 days roc Ryegrass, Tall & Fine Fescue 

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Reapplfcatlon intervals: 

• Kentucky Bluegrass-7 wks. 

• Peronnial Ryegras$~7 wks. , 

, • TalilFine Fescue-4 ms. 

• Benlorass-4 wks. 

Use Limitations: 

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For best results, apply wfth sprayer in sufficient volume of waler to provide uniform coverage. PROXY® is foliarly absorbed. 

Apply only to actively growing turf, under favorable growing conditions, thai is not going into a dormancy period, Do nollrcnt 

turfgrass with poor root syslems or growing under stress due to poor soil conditions, droughl, and disease or insed damage. 

Do not apply to golf course greens. 

Use of spreaders Is tickers with PROXY® Is not necessary. 

PROXV® is an acidic ,product and prolonged exposure to spray deposits will damage i1crylic ptastics, certain paints and metals . 

Rinse thoroughly all exposed acrylic plastic materials and painted surfaces with a detergent and water withir' one hour after 

exposure to spray deposits. 

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

The manufacturer Wllrfants (a) that this product conforms 10 tM chemiC<3t description on the tabel; (b) thaI this product is reasonably fit 

for the purposes set forth tn the directions for usc when it is uSed In accordance with such directions; and (C) that the directions, 

wamJngs and oJher stulements on this label are based upon responsible experts' evaluation of reasonable tests of effectiveness, of 

toxicity to laboratory animals and to plants 3nd of residues and upon reports of field experience. Tests have not been made on aU 

varieties or in all states or under all conditions. THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER MAKES NOR INTENDS. NOR DOES IT 

AUTHORIZE ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE TO IvtAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IT 

EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. . 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO, AND THE BUYER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY AND ALL LOSS OR 

DAMAGE WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL 

DIRECTIONS. WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS. 

BUYER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND MANUFACTURER'S OR SELLER'S EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, 

LOSSES, DAt..{AGES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING Of THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER OR NOT 

BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE. STRICT LtABILITY IN TORT OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE 

MANUFACTURER'S OPTION, TO REPLACEMENT OF, OR THE REPAYMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR, THE QUANTITY 

OF PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER DR SELLER BE 

LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDlING OF THIS 

PRODUCT. 

NOTICE TO BUYER . 

• urchase of this ma!eria! does nol confer any rights under palenl goveming this product or Ihe usa Ihereof in countries outside of the 

United Siaies 

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95 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 

Montvalo, NJ 07645 

PROXY is a registered Irademark of the Aventis Group 

PROXY® (""tASTER) Approved 1118/99 

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