Malathion 5EC is an insecticide/miticide used to control pests on a broad range of Crop and Non-crop applications.

Functions: Insecticide, Miticide

IRAC Code: 1

Application Technique: Aerial Application, Chemigation, Ground Soil Applied

Formulation Type: Concentrate Solutions

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Identification & Functionality

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT

Malathion - 57.0%
OTHER INGREDIENT - 43.0%

Applications & Uses

Direction For Use

Always read and follow the label of the pesticide(s) and additive(s) to be used with this product. Always refer to the pesticide and additive label(s) for additional restrictions and precautions. Follow the most restrictive label.This product should be used at the rate of 4 to 8 fluid ounces per acre based on the following chart:

 

4 to 6* fl. ozs.

6 to 8* fl. ozs.

per Acre with:

per Acre with:

2,4-D, Banvel®, Buctril®,

Gramoxone®, Quik-Quat™ (Paraquat),

Clarity®, Dimethoate,

Roundup Ultra®, Imitator® Plus

Marksman®, Warrior®

(Glyphosate), Tilt®, Treflan® (Trifluralin)

 

* Do not exceed the rate of 5% of this product in the finished spray volume

Agricultural Use Requirements

Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR Part 170. This standard con-tains 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 Worker Protection Standard.

Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the restricted entry interval of 48 hours. For greenhouse uses, do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the REI of 24 hours.

For at least seven days following the application of Copper-contain-ing products in greenhouses:

•  at least one container or station designed specifically for flushing eyes is available in operating condition with the WPS-required decontamination supplies for workers entering the area treated with Copper-containing products,

•  workers are informed orally, in a manner they can understand:

–  that residues in the treated area may be highly irritating to their eyes,

–  that they should take precautions, such as refraining from rub-bing their eyes, to keep the residues out of their eyes,

–  that if they do get residues in their eyes, they should immedi-ately flush their eyes with the eye flush container that is located with the decontamination supplies and

– how to operate the eye flush container or eye flush station.

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

Non-Agricultural Use Requirements

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.

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Precautionary Statements

HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALSWARNING:

Causes substantial but temporary eye injury. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) For All Formulations and Use Patterns – Mixers, loaders, applicators, flaggers and other handlers must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of barrier laminate or viton > 14 mils (pilots must wear chemical-resistant gloves only when entering or exiting the aircraft), shoes plus socks and protective eyewear such as safety glasses, face shield or goggles.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) (Cont.)For All Dip Applications – Mixers, loaders, and applicators must wear: Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes and socks, chemical-resistant gloves made of barrier laminate or viton > 14 mils, chemical-resistant apron and protective eyewear such as safety glasses, face shield or goggles.

For All Airblast Applications – Applicators must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants, shoes plus socks, chemical-resistant gloves made of barrier laminate or viton > 14 mils (pilots must wear chemical-resistant gloves only when entering or exiting the aircraft), chemical-resistant apron and protective eyewear (goggles, safety glasses or face shield).Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product’s concentrate. 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 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.

Engineering Controls

Pilots must use an enclosed cockpit in a manner that is consistent with the WPS for Agricultural Pesticides [40CFR170.240(d)(6)]. Pilots must wear the PPE required on this labeling for applicators.

Environmental Hazards

This pesticide is toxic to aquatic organisms, including fish and invertebrates. This product may contaminate water through drift of spray in wind. This product has a high potential for runoff after application. Use care when applying in or to an area which is adjacent to any body of water, and do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target area. Poorly draining soils and soils with shallow water tables are more prone to produce runoff that contains this product. A level, well maintained vegetative buffer strip between areas to which this product is applied and surface water features such as ponds, streams and springs will reduce the potential for contamination of water from rainfall runoff. Runoff of this product will be reduced by avoiding applications when rainfall is forecasted to occur within 48 hours.

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 washwater or rinsate.This pesticide is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to blooming crops or weeds while bees are actively foraging the treatment area.

(For packaging in 5 gals. or more): Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in accordance with the requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permit and the permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously notifying the Local sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance, contact your State Water Board or Regional Office of the EPA.

PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS

Combustible: Do not use or store near heat or open flame.

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Storage And Disposal

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

PRODUCT STORAGE: May be stored below 32°F if thawed and thoroughly agitated before use. Keep container closed in storage. Do not allow water to be introduced. Store only in original container.

PRODUCT DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this prod-uct may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Do not reuse empty container. Triple rinse (or equivalent) during mixing and loading. Recycling decon-taminated containers is the best option of container disposal. The Agricultural Container Recycling Council (ACRC) operates the national recycling program. To contact your state and local ACRC recycler, visit the ACRC web page at www.acrecycle.org. Decon-taminated containers may also be disposed of in a sanitary landfill.