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Scythe® is a non-selective contact herbicide. When Scythe® makes contact with a living plant; the spray quickly penetrates GREEN plant tissue and disrupts normal membrane permeability and cellular physiology. The disruption of the cell membrane results in cell leakage and death of all contacted tissues.

Functions: Herbicide

HRAC/WSSA Group: 26

Application Technique: Sprayers

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
HRAC/WSSA Group
Agrochemical Functions
Technologies
Composition
  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT
  1. Pelargonic Acid - 57.0%
  2. Related Fatty Acids - 3.0%
  • OTHER INGREDIENTS - 40.0%
  • Total - 100.0%

Applications & Uses

Applicable Crop
Application Technique
Directions For Use
  • It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
  • Read all Directions for Use carefully before applying.
  • 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 regulations

Properties

Physical Form

Safety & Health

Hazards To Humans And Domestic Animals
  • Causes substantial but temporary eye injury. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Avoid breathing spray mist. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash clothing before reuse.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Uses:Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for category E on an EPA chemical resistance category selection chart. Applicators and other handlers who handle this pesticide for any use covered by the Worker Protection Standard (40 CFR Part 170) -in general, agricultural uses are covered -must wear:

  • Coveralls worn over short-sleeved shirt and short pants
  • Chemical resistant-gloves such as barrier laminate, nitrile rubber, or neoprene rubber
  • Chemical-resistant footwear plus socks
  • Protective eyewear (goggles, face shield or safety glasses)

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 personal protective equipment (PPE). If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.

Non-WPS Uses:Applicators and other handlers who handle this pesticide for any use NOT covered by the Worker Protection Standard (40 CFR Part 170) -in general, only agricultural uses are covered -must wear:

  • Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
  • Chemical resistant-gloves such as barrier laminate, nitrile rubber, or neoprene rubber
  • Protective eyewear (goggles, face shield or safety glasses)
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.
Environmental Hazards
  • Do not apply directly to water, 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 or rinsate.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Disposal
  • Do not contaminate water, feed or foodstuff by storage or disposal.
  • Pesticide Storage: Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Store only in original container in a dry place inaccessible to children and pets.
  • Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from theuse of this product must be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
  • Container Reuse: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling if available.Triple rinse or pressure rinse container (or equivalent) 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 flow begins to drip. Fill the container 1/4 full withwater 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 flow begins to drip. Repeat this procedure two more times. Pressure rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank and continue to drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip. Hold container upside down over application equipment or mix tank or collect rinsate for later use or disposal. Insert pressure rinsing nozzle inthe side of the container, and rinse at about 40 psi for at least 30 seconds. Drain for 10 seconds after the flow begins to drip.