Helena Agri-Enterprises Grounded-W (HAE)

Identification & Functionality

Agrochemical Functions

Drift Control Agent

Technologies

Agrochemicals

Product Families

Agrochemicals — Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients

Drift Control, Foam Markers & Thickeners

Composition

• PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONING AGENTS:

1. Mineral Oil   -   85.99%
2. Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Fatty Acid Esters, Sorbitan Fatty Acid Esters .   - 15.00%
3. Constituents ineffective as spray adjuvant  -  0.01%

• TOTAL  -  100.00%
• Surfactant Content   -  15.00%
• Unsulfonated Oil Residue (UR) Value -  95.00%
• Contains Petroleum Distillates

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights

• Improves adsorption in the soil
• Can improve pre-emergence weed control
• Keeps ai in the weed kill-zone longer
• Enhances application efficiency
• Improves droplet size uniformity
• Reduces evaporation and drift

General Information

• GROUNDED®-W is a nonionic blend of special surfactants and a highly refined spray oil and is designed for use with a broad range of pesticides where an oil concentrate adjuvant is recommended. Subject to the cautionary statements set forth in the Directions for Use, GROUNDED®-W may be used with other pesticides and/or fertilizer products.
• The addition of GROUNDED®-W to a spray tank improves pesticide application by modifying the wetting and deposition characteristics of the spray solution resulting in a more even and uniform spray deposit.
• GROUNDED®-W can positively affect pesticide spray application and pesticide efficacy. Optimum application and effects, however, can be influenced by the crop, pest, spray equipment, spray volume, pressure, droplet size, spray mixture and environmental factors. Consequently, it is recommended that careful observations of the spray deposit be made and adjuvant concentrations be adjusted accordingly.
• Do not apply this product in such a manner as to directly or through drift expose workers or other persons. Do not spray pesticides if conditions of thermal inversion exist, or if wind direction and speed may cause drift onto adjacent areas. Drift minimization is the responsibility of the applicator. Consult your local and state agricultural authorities for information regarding avoiding or minimizing spray drift.

Applications & Uses

Markets

Agriculture & Feed

Applications

Agriculture & Feed — Agricultural Crops

Cereals,

Fiber Crops,

Fodder & Forage,

Fruits,

Herbs & Spice Crops,

Legumes,

Nuts,

Oilseeds,

Other Agricultural Crops,

Sugar & Starch Crops,

Vegetables

Agriculture & Feed — Pest Control

Agricultural Pest Control,

Commercial Pest Control,

Residential Pest Control

Agriculture & Feed — Turf, Ornamentals & Landscape

Aquatics,

Industrial Weed & Vegetation Control,

Ornamentals,

Other Turf, Ornamental & Landscape Applications,

Trees & Woodlands,

Turf Management

Applicable Crop

Abaca,

Acorn,

Alfalfa,

Allspice,

Almond,

Amaranth,

Anise,

Apple,

Apricot,

Artichoke,

Arugula,

Asian Pear,

Asparagus,

Avocado,

Baby Corn,

Bamboo Shoots,

Banana,

Barley,

Basil,

Bay Leaf,

Bean Sprouts,

Beans,

Beech,

Beet,

Beet Greens,

Belgian Endive,

Bell Pepper,

Bentgrass,

Bermudagrass,

Berries,

Bitter Melon,

Blood Orange,

Blueberry,

Bok Choy,

Brazil Nut,

Breadfruit,

Breadnut,

Broccoli,

Brussels Sprouts,

Buckwheat,

Burdock Root,

Butterhead,

Cabbage,

Calabash,

Camboge Tree,

Candlenut,

Cannabis,

Capers,

Caraway,

Cardamom,

Carob,

Carrot,

Cashew,

Cassava,

Catechu,

Cauliflower,

Cayenne Pepper,

Celery,

Celtuce,

Centipedegrass,

Chamomile,

Chayote,

Cherry,

Chestnut,

Chia,

Chickpea,

Chicory,

Chili,

Chive,

Cinnamon,

Citron,

Clover,

Cocoa,

Coconut,

Coffee,

Coir,

Collard Greens,

Coriander,

Corn,

Cotton,

Cottonseed,

Cucumber,

Cumin,

Curly,

Currant,

Curry,

Cutch Tree,

Daikon Radish,

Damson,

Dandelion Greens,

Date,

Dill,

Dragon Fruit,

Durian,

Echinacea,

Edamame,

Eggplant,

Elephant Garlic,

Endive,

English Cucumber,

Escarole,

Esparto,

Fennel,

Feverfew,

Fiddlehead,

Fig,

Fine Fescue,

Flax,

Flowers,

Fonio,

Galangal,

Garlic,

Gherkin,

Ginger,

Gingko,

Ginkgo Nut,

Ginseng,

Goldenseal,

Grape,

Grape Leaves,

Grapefruit,

Green Beans,

Green Onions,

Green Peas,

Greens,

Groundnut,

Guava,

Hazelnut,

Hearts of Palm,

Hemp,

Henequen,

Hickory,

Hoopvine,

Hops,

Horseradish,

Iceberg,

Indigofera,

Jackfruit,

Juglans Nigra,

Jujube,

Jute,

Jícama,

Kale,

Kamala,

Kaniwa,

Kapok,

Karuka,

Kenaf,

Kentucky Bluegrass,

Kiwi,

Kiwicha,

Kohlrabi,

Kohlrabi Greens,

Kola Nut,

Kumquat,

Kurrajong,

Lacinato,

Leeks,

Lemon,

Lemongrass,

Lentil,

Lettuce,

Lime,

Linden Bast,

Linseed,

Longan,

Loquat,

Lotus,

Lucuma,

Luffa,

Lupin,

Lychee,

Macadamia,

Mace,

Madder,

Maize (corn),

Mamey Sapote,

Mandarin,

Mango,

Mangosteen,

Marjoram,

Melon,

Milk Thistle,

Milkweed,

Millet,

Mongogo,

Mustard,

Mustard Greens,

Myrobalan,

Nance,

Napa Cabbage,

Navel,

Nectarine,

Nettles,

Noni,

Nopales,

Nutmeg,

Oats,

Oil Palm,

Okra,

Olive,

Onion,

Orange,

Oregano,

Palm Kernel,

Papaya,

Paprika,

Papyrus,

Parsley,

Parsley Root,

Parsnip,

Passion Fruit,

Peach,

Peanut,

Pear,

Peas,

Pecan,

Peppercorn,

Peppers,

Persimmon,

Phormium,

Pina,

Pine Nut,

Pineapple,

Pistachio,

Plantain,

Plum,

Pomegranate,

Pomelo,

Potato,

Prickly Pear,

Prunes,

Pulses,

Pumpkin,

Purslane,

Quince,

Quinoa,

Radicchio,

Radish,

Raisin,

Rambutan,

Ramie,

Rapeseed,

Rapini,

Raspberry,

Rhubarb,

Rhus Typhina,

Rice,

Romaine,

Rose,

Rosemary,

Rutabaga,

Rutabega,

Rye,

Ryegrass,

Safflower Seed,

Saffron,

Sage,

Saint John's Wort,

Saw Palmetto,

Scallions,

Sesame,

Seville,

Shallots,

Shrubs,

Sisal,

Snap Peas,

Snow Peas,

Sorghum,

Soybean,

Spelt,

Spinach,

Squash,

St. Augustinegrass,

Starfruit,

Strawberry,

String Bean,

Sugar Beet,

Sugar Maple,

Sugar Palm,

Sugar Snap Peas,

Sugarcane,

Sumac,

Sunchoke,

Sunflower,

Sweet Potato,

Sweet Sorgum,

Swiss Chard,

Tall Fescue,

Tamarillo,

Tamarind,

Tangelo,

Tangerine,

Taro,

Tarragon,

Tea,

Teak,

Teff,

Thyme,

Tobacco,

Tomatillo,

Tomato,

Trees,

Triticale,

Turmeric,

Turnip,

Turnip Greens,

Valencia,

Valerian,

Vetch,

Walnut,

Water Chestnut,

Water Spinach,

Watercress,

Watermelon,

Wax Beans,

Weld,

Wheat,

Winter Melon,

Yams,

Yucca,

Zoysiagrass,

Zucchini

Application Technique

Aerial Application,

Ground Soil Applied,

Pre-Emergence,

Sprayers

Directions for Use

• FOR USE WITH PRODUCTS REGISTERED FOR: AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, INDUSTRIAL, MUNICIPAL, NON-CROPLAND, ORNAMENTAL, RIGHTS-OF-WAY, TURF AND AQUATIC APPLICATIONS. (NOT FOR AQUATIC USES IN CALIFORNIA OR WASHINGTON)
• The addition of an adjuvant to some pesticides or pesticide tank mix combinations may cause phytotoxicity to the foliage and/or fruit of susceptible crops. Prior to the addition of GROUNDED®-W to spray tank mixes or prior to the use of GROUNDED®-W with a pesticide or fertilizer where an oil concentrate adjuvant is not specifically recommended but not prohibited by the manufacturer, the user or application advisor must have experience with the combination or must have conducted a phytotoxicity trial.
• GROUNDED®-W may be applied by Ground, CDA, Aerial or Aquatic spray equipment. In most cases, use enough GROUNDED®-W to allow for uniform wetting and deposition of the spray onto leaf surfaces without runoff.
• GROUND, AERIAL, LOW VOLUME, CDA: Use 4-8 pints per 100 gallons of spray solution or 0.50-1.00% v/v concentration.
• NOTE: The above use recommendations are considered to be adequate for most uses. Some pesticides, however, may require higher rates for optimum effect. Follow the pesticide label directions when this occurs.
• Do not mix with oxidizing agents unless oxidizing agents are in solution.

Mixing Guidelines

• Prior to any pesticide application all spray mixing and application equipment must be cleaned. Carefully observe all cleaning directions on the pesticide(s) label(s)
• Fill spray tank one-half full with water and begin agitation. Add pesticides and/or fertilizers as directed by labeling or in the following sequence:

1. Dry flowables or water dispersible granules
2. Wettable powders
3. Flowables
4. Solutions
5. Emulsifiable concentrates

and continue filling. Add GROUNDED®-W last and continue agitation.

Properties

Formulation Type

Concentrate Solutions,

Concentrated Aqueous Emulsions

Physical Form

Liquid

Safety & Health

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals

• BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, READ ALL PRECAUTIONS, Directions for Use, CONDITIONS OF SALE–LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONSOF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES.
• May be harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes eye irritation. Causes mild skin irritation. 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)

Some materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed below.

Applicators and other handlers must wear:

• Long-sleeved shirts and long pants
• Shoes plus socks
• Waterproof gloves

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.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Cases

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 allow water to be introduced into the contents of this container. Do not store near heat or open flame. Do not store with oxidizing agents or ammonium nitrate.
• PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
• CONTAINER DISPOSAL: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incineration, or, if allowed by State and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.