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AB™ Brand Copper Sulfate Crystals

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AB™ Brand Copper Sulfate Crystals are concentrated dissolvents which control planktonic and surface filamentous algae and is also labeled for root control in sewer lines.

Functions: Algaecide

Herbicide Target Species: Aquatics

Application Technique: Spreaders

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Identification & Functionality

Agrochemical Functions
Technologies
Active Ingredients
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: COPPER SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE 99.0%
OTHER INGREDIENTS 1.0%
TOTAL 100.0%

*COPPER AS METALLIC, 25.1%

Features & Benefits

Advantages
  • Fast-acting algaecide
  • High-grade crystals
  • Dissolves quickly in water
  • NSF/ANSI Standard 60
  • OMRI certified for organic use

Applications & Uses

Application Technique
Herbicide Target Species
Application

Before application, dissolve the fine crystals in water. Then, spray or broadcast the solution evenly using a small pump spreader. (Spray solution from a boat for the greatest effect).

Directions for Use

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

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Blue flakes or crystals
Specifications
Active Ingredient(s) Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate 99.0%
Dosing Dosing rates vary by species between 0.67 to 5.32 pounds per acre-ft.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Restrictions & Regulatory Information

Only use in areas in which infection is present. Do not use in bodies of water where fish and/or aquatic invertebrates reside. The pesticide is toxic to these inhabitants and may indirectly contaminate water through runoff.

Safety & Health

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Mixers, loaders, applicators and other handlers must wear the following:

  • Long-sleeved shirt and long pants,
  • chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material,
  • shoes plus socks, and
  • goggles or face shield.

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are polyvinyl chloride, nitrile rubber, or butyl rubber. If you want more options, follow the instructions for category A on an EPA chemical resistance category selection chart. Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated by this product. Do not reuse them. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables exist, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

User Safety Requirements

Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Users should remove clothing/PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. Users should 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.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
SKU Number Unit Size Case Count Case Weight Pallet Count Pallet Weight
390840A 5 pound 6 36 lb 44 1584 lb
390835A 15 pound 3 50 lb 40 2052 lb

Storage & Handling

Storage & Disposal

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

PESTICIDE STORAGE

Keep pesticide in original container. Do not put concentrate or dilutions of concentrate in food or drink containers.

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 cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Open burning and dumping is prohibited.

CONTAINER HANDLING

Nonrefillable container (bag). Do not reuse or refill this container. Completely empty bag into application equipment. Offer for recycling, if available. Or, dispose of empty bag in a sanitary landfill or by incineration, or if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke