FomAsate™ is a pre-mix herbicide that provides burndown and residual control of many Glyphosate-resistant weeds, grasses and sedges in Soybeans and Cotton.

Functions: Herbicide

Herbicide Target Species: Broadleafs, Grasses

HRAC/WSSA Group: 14

Application Technique: Post-Emergence, Pre-Emergence, Sprayers

Formulation Type: Water-Soluble Packaging

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Identification & Functionality

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Composition

ACTIVE INGREDIENT -

Sodium salt of Fomesafen - 5.88%

Glyphosate - 22.40%


OTHER INGREDIENT - 71.72%

 

Features & Benefits

Product Information

This product may be used as a pre -plant or pre-emergence burndown herbicide in Cotton or as a post-emergence directed application in Glyphosate tolerant (GT) Cotton* and as a pre -plant or pre-emergence burndown herbicide in Soybeans or as a post-emergence over-the-top application in Glyphosate tolerant (GT) Soybeans** to control labeled broadleaf, grass and sedge weeds.

*This product may be used on the following Glyphosate tolerant Cotton only:

Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton.

**This product may be used on the following Glyphosate tolerant Soybeans only: all Roundup Ready Soybeans including Roundup Ready 2 Yield Soybeans and all Genuity brand Soybeans which includes Roundup Ready 2.

Applications & Uses

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Direction For Use

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. This product can only be used in accordance with the directions for use on this label or in separately published supplemental 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.

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard (WPS), 40 CFR Part 170. This standard contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, greenhouses and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, decontamination, notification and emergency assistance. It also contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this label about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Restricted Entry Interval (REI). The requirements in this box only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the WPS.

Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the REI of 4 hours.

PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under the WPS and that involves contact with anything that has been treated, such as plants, soil or water is: Coveralls, chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material, and shoes plus socks.

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Precautionary Statements

Hazards To Humans And Domestic Animals

WARNING: Causes substantial but temporary eye injury. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Wear protective eye wear (goggles, face shield or safety glasses). Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Applicators and other handlers must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate or viton and shoes plus socks.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Applicators and other handlers must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves such as barrier laminate or viton and shoes plus socks.

 

USER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS;

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 Recommendations

Users should:

1) Wash hands thoroughly before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.

2) Remove clothing/ PPE immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing.

3) Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.

Environmental Hazards

For Terrestrial Uses: Do not apply directly to water or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water or rinsate. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target area.

Physical And Chemical Hazards

Do not store, mix or apply this product or spray solutions of this product in unlined steel (except stainless steel), galvanized steel containers or spray tanks. This product or spray solutions of this product will react with these containers and tanks and produce hydrogen gas which may form a highly combustible mixture. This gas mixture could flash or explode, causing serious personal injury, if ignited by spark, open flame, lighted cigarette, welder torch or other ignition source. Spray solutions of this product must be mixed, stored and applied using only stainless steel, fiberglass, plastic or plastic-lined steel containers.

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Storage And Disposal

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

STORAGE: Storage should be under lock and key and secure from access by unauthorized persons and children. Storage should be in a cool, dry area away from any heat or ignition source. Do not stack over 2 pallets high. Move containers by handles or cases. Do not move containers from one area to another unless they are securely sealed. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Keep away from any puncture source. Avoid storage near water supplies, food, feed and fertilizer to avoid contamination. Store in original containers only. Unloading storage and work areas must be as clean as possible to prevent contamination if spilled. If concentrate or spray solution is allowed to dry on fl ammable objects, the chlorate component can act as oxidizer. If the contents are leaking or material is spilled, follow these steps:

  1. Contain spill. Absorb with a material such as sawdust, clay granules or dirt.
  2. Collect and place in suitable containers for disposal.
  3. Wash area with soap and water to remove remaining pesticide.
  4. Follow washing with clean water rinse.
  5. Clothing contaminated with chlorate solution must be removed at once before solution dries. Dried contaminated clothes can be ignited easily. Wash contaminated clothing immediately.
  6. Do not allow runoff to enter sewer or contaminate water supplies.
  7. Dispose of waste as indicated below:

PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.

CONTAINER HANDLING:

Nonrefillable Container (rigid material; less than 5 gallons): Nonrefi llable container. Do not reuse or refi ll this container. Offer for recycling, if available. Clean container promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and drain for 10 seconds after the fl ow begins to drip. Fill the container one-fourth full with water and recap. Shake for 10 seconds. Pour rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Drain for 10 seconds after the fl ow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Dispose of empty container in a sanitary landfi ll or by incineration or, if allowed by State and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.

Nonrefillable Container (rigid material; 5 gallons up to < 250 gallons): Nonrefi llable container. Do not reuse or refi ll this container. Offer for recycling, if available. Clean container promptly after emptying. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container one-fourth full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least one complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip it back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this procedure two more times. Dispose of empty container in a sanitary landfi ll or by incineration or if allowed by State and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.

Refillable Container (≥ 250 gallons & Bulk): Refi llable container. Re fi ll this container with pesticide only. Do not reuse this container for any other purpose. Cleaning the container before fi nal disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refi lling is the responsibility of the refi ller. To clean the container before fi nal disposal, empty the remaining contents from this container into application equipment or mix tank. Fill the container about 10% full with water. Agitate vigorously or recirculate water with the pump for 2 minutes. Pour or pump rinsate into application equipment or rinsate collection system. Repeat this rinsing procedure two more times.