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MepStar 6X® is a foliar-applied systemic plant growth regulator that is used to manage the cotton plant for short-season production leading to reduced risk of yield and quality loss due to delayed and prolonged harvest. MepStar 6X® is a highly concentrated formulation that may produce larger bolls while reducing plant height for a tighter canopy. Additional benefits to using MepStar 6X® include less trash and lower ginning costs, as well as improving harvest efficiency and producing a darker leaf color.

Functions: Plant Growth Regulator (PGR)

Chemical Family: Ammonium Compounds

Application Technique: Ground Soil Applied, Sprayers

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Identification & Functionality

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ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:

Mepiguat Chloride: N,N-dimethylpiperidinium chloride - 4.2%

OTHER INGREDIENTS - 95.8%

MepStar® contains 0.35 Ib. active ingredient per gallon.

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Product Features

• MepStar 6X® is a highly concentrated formulation of mepiquat chloride for use in cotton management programs.

• MepStar 6X® offers excellent compatibility with insecticides and miticides.

• Proven performance and results makes MepStar 6X® the premier choice for cotton growers.

• High concentration allows for easy handling, application and storage.

Product Information

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Mepiquat Chloride

ACTIVE INGREDIENT PER GALLON: 2.0 lbs

MODE OF ACTION: Inhibits the biosynthesis of gibberellic acid

PACKAGING: 4x1’s

Conversion Chart
Rate of MEPSTAR 6X® per Acre Equivalent rate of Mepiquat Chloride 4.2%
0.33 fluid oz/acre 2.00 fluid oz/acre
0.66 fluid oz/acre 4.00 fluid oz/acre
1.33 fluid oz/acre 8.00 fluid oz/acre
2.00 fluid oz/acre 12.00 fluid oz/acre
2.66 fluid oz/acre 16.00 fluid oz/acre
4.20 fluid oz/acre 24.00 fluid oz/acre

 

Applications & Uses

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SHORT-STAPLE AND LONG STAPLE (PIMA) COTTON

I. HIGH RATE SINGLE OR MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS:

Use these instructions when you are not able to start growth regulation treatments early, or when you want to make the fewest number of applications.

AREA: AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, LA, MO, MS, NM, NC, SC, TN, VA
TIME OF APPLICATION RATE PER ACRE
FIRST APPLICATION: Apply when cotton is actively growing and is between 20" and 30" tall, but not more than 7 days beyond early bloom (5–6 blooms per 25 row feet). Also apply if cotton is 24" tall and has no blooms. Use the 11/3 fl. oz. rate on cotton where excessive vegetative growth is not expected and use 22/3 fl. oz. where excessive vegetative growth has historically occurred. See Restrictions and Limitations on the label. 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz.
SECOND APPLICATION: Make a subsequent application in 2 to 3 weeks if additional growth is desired. 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz.
THIRD APPLICATION FOR CONTROL OF EXCESSIVE VEGETATIVE GROWTH: If the cotton field has a history of vigorous growth or if conditions continue to favor vigorous growth, apply a third application 1 to 2 weeks after the second application. 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz.
LATE SEASON APPLICATION: See section titled "Late Season Application of MepStar 6X®" on the label. 1 1/3 to 4.2 fl. oz.

Areas without a history of excessive vegetative growth:

AREA: KS, OK, TX (except Rio Grande Valley)
TIME OF APPLICATION RATE PER ACRE
FIRST APPLICATION: Apply when cotton is in the early bloom stage (5-6 blooms per 25 row feet) and actively growing. Also apply if no blooms are present and the cotton is 20" tall and actively growing. See Restrictions and Limitations on the label. 1 1/3 fl. oz.
SECOND APPLICATION: Make a second application in 2 to 3 weeks, 3 to 4 weeks if additional growth control is desired. 1 1/3 fl. oz.
THIRD APPLICATION: If conditions after the second application of MepStar 6X® continue to favor vigorous growth, apply a third application 1 to 2 weeks after the second application. 1 1/3 fl. oz.
LATE SEASON APPLICATION: See section titled "Late Season Application of MepStar 6X®" on the label. 1 1/3 to 4.2 fl. oz.

  Areas with a history of excessive vegetative growth:

AREA: KS, OK, TX
TIME OF APPLICATION RATE PER ACRE
For best results, apply when plants are in early bloom stage (5-6 blooms per 25 row feet) and an average of 24" tall. Treatments can also be made when cotton height averages a minimum of 20" and a maximum of 30" provided cotton is not more than 7 days beyond early bloom. If cotton is 24" tall and has no blooms, apply MepStar 6X®. See Restrictions and Limitations on the label. 2 1/3 fl. oz.
SECOND APPLICATION: For fields with a history of excessive growth, or if conditions after the first application favor excessive growth, make a second application in 2 to 3 weeks. 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz
THIRD APPLICATION: If conditions after the second application of MepStar 6X® continue to favor vigorous growth, apply a third application 1 to 2 weeks after the second application. 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz
LATE SEASON APPLICATION: See section titled "Late Season Application of MepStar 6X®" on the label. 1 1/3 to 4.2 fl. oz.

  II. LOW RATE MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS:

Use these instructions when you want to maintain maximum flexibility in plant regulation treatments.

AREA: KS, OK, TX
TIME OF APPLICATION EXCESSIVE Growth Not Expected or Lower Rates Have Worked in the Past EXCESSIVE Growth Expected or Higher Rates Have been Necessary in the Past
FIRST APPLICATION: Apply at the matchhead square1 stage of growth. 1/3 fl. oz. 2/3 fl. oz.
SECOND APPLICATION: 7–14 days later, or when regrowth occurs. 1/3 fl. oz. 2/3 fl. oz.
THIRD APPLICATION: 7–14 days later, or when regrowth occurs. 1/3 to 2/3 fl. oz.* 2/3 to 1 1/3 fl. oz.
FOURTH APPLICATION: 7–14 days later, or when regrowth occurs. 1/3 to 1 1/3 fl. oz.* 2/3 to 2 fl. oz.*
FIFTH APPLICATION: (If needed) 7–14 days later, or when regrowth occurs. 2/3 to 1 1/3 fl. oz.* 2/3 to 2 fl. oz.*
LATE SEASON APPLICATION: See section titled “Late Season Application of MepStar6X®” on the label 1 1/3 to 2 2/3 fl. oz.* 2 to 4.2 fl. oz.*

*Use the higher rate if previous application was not made or if growing conditions favor excessive growth.

1 Matchhead square is when the first square of a typical cotton plant is about the size of a matchhead (about 1/8–1/4" in diameter). Make the first application when 50% of the plants have one or more matchhead squares.

Directions for use

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.

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Safety & Health

Precautionary Statements

Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when cleaning equipment or disposing of equipment washwaters.

Personal Protective Eqiupment

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for Category A on an EPA chemical resistance category selection chart.

Applicators and other handlers must wear:

  • Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
  • Chemical-resistant gloves Category A, such as butyl rubber >= 14 mils, or natural rubber >= 14 mils, or neoprene rubber >= 14 mils or nitrile rubber >= 14 mils
  • Shoes plus socks

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

User Safety Recommendations

Users should:

  • Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet.
  • Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing.
  • Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.

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Storage and Disposal

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

Pesticide Storage: Do not store below 32°F or above 100°F. Store in a dry place away from heat or open flame.

Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.