Helena Agri-Enterprises Buffer P.S. (HAE)

Helena Agri-Enterprises Buffer P.S. (HAE) is a blend of buffering agents designed to adjust the pH of alkaline waters and minimize hydrolysis of pesticides, which tend to decompose in alkaline spray solutions. Buffer P.S. also affects the wetting and spreading characteristics of a spray solution.

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Chelating Agent

Chemical Family: Blends & Combinations

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Technologies
Composition
  • PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONING AGENTS:
  1. Alkyl Aryl Polyethoxy Ethanol Phosphates and Organic Phosphatic Acids   -  30.0%
  2. Components ineffective as a spray adjuvan -  70.0%
  • TOTAL  -  100.0%

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Moves salts down and away from the root zone
  • Corrects soil problems related to salinity and compaction
  • Reduces the build-up of mineral deposits in irrigation systems
  • Can be applied through irrigation systems or as a soil spray
  • Can be applied with many pesticide and fertilizer products in a spray mix
  • Non-corrosive, non-flammable
General Information
  • BUFFER P.S.™is a spreader-buffering agent designed to adjust the pH of alkaline waters andminimize hydrolysis of pesticides which tend to decompose in alkaline spray solutions.BUFFER P.S.™also has the properties of a wetter/spreader surfactant and compatibilityagent. BUFFER P.S.™can positively affect pesticide spray application and pesticide efficacy.
  • Do not apply this product in such a manner as to directly or through drift expose workers orother persons. Do not spray pesticides if conditions of thermal inversion exist, or if winddirection and speed may cause drift onto adjacent areas. With both aerial and groundapplications, the use of a drift control or spray deposition additive (in accordance withpesticide(s) label(s) directions) may reduce the potential for drift to occur. Drift minimization isthe responsibility of the applicator. Consult your local and state agricultural authorities forinformation regarding avoiding or minimizing spray drift.

Applications & Uses

Applicable Crop
Directions for Use
  • IMPORTANT:Read these entire Directions and Conditions of Sale, including the Warranty andLimitation of Damages provision, before using.
  • FOR USE WITH PRODUCTS REGISTERED FOR: AGRICULTURAL, AQUATIC,FORESTRY, INDUSTRIAL, MUNICIPAL, NON-CROPLAND, ORNAMENTAL, RIGHTS-OF-WAY, TURF
  • Use 1/2 to 4 pints of BUFFER P.S.™per 100 gallons of water to lower and stabilize the pH ofthe spray solution. The rates of BUFFER P.S.™may vary with water conditions and willdepend upon the alkalinity of the water used or the presence of other products in the spraymix. The use of a pH measuring device is recommended. Final spray solution pH for manypesticides should be in the 4 – 7 range.
  • Note:Spray mixes containing fixed copper (products such as cupric hydroxide, tribasiccopper or copper oxychloride) should not be buffered below a pH of 5.0.
Method of Addition
  • Prior to any pesticide application, all spray mixing and application equipment must be clean.Carefully observe all cleaning directions on the pesticide(s) label(s).
  • BUFFER P.S.™should be added to the water in the spray tank with good agitation prior tomixing the pesticide. Do not mix BUFFER P.S.™with undiluted pesticides
  • NOTICE:These Directions for Use do not constitute a recommendation to use any product inany manner contrary to the directions of the manufacturer.Follow directions carefully. Timing and method of application, weather and crop conditions andother influencing factors in the use of this product are beyond the control of the Seller. Buyerassumes all risks of use, storage or handling of this material not in strict accordance withdirections given herewith

Properties

Physical Form

Safety & Health

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals
  • Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful in contact with skin. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes mild skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. May be harmful if inhaled. Keep product locked up and out of the reach of children. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum or smoking tobacco. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not take internally. Avoid contact with or inhalation of spray application mist if present. Do not apply this product in such a manner as to directly expose workers or other persons. If product is being mixed with pesticides and/or spray adjuvants, follow all Precautionary Statements on the accompanying product(s) labeling. Not for human or animal consumption.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Wear protective eyewear (goggles or faceshield), chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, and shoes plussocks when using this product. Take off any contaminated clothing and wash beforereuse
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Wear chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirtand long pants, shoes plus socks when mixing or applying BUFFER P.S.™.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Disposal
  • Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
  • STORAGE:Store in original container only. Keep container tightly closed. Do not allowwater to be introduced into the contents of this container. Do not store near heat or openflame. Do not store with oxidizing agents or ammonium nitrate.
  • PESTICIDE DISPOSAL:Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be dispersedof on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. Do not contaminate water sources byrunoff from cleaning of equipment, disposal of cleaning equipment wash waters, or spraywaste.
  • CONTAINER DISPOSAL:Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling orreconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incineration, or, ifallowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.