Helena Agri-Enterprises Optima (HAE)

Helena Agri-Enterprises Optima (HAE) is a specialized formulation of surfactants and buffering agents, which improves application coverage while buffering the spray mix pH. Optima also contains adjuvant ingredients known to improve the absorption of certain herbicides, which can improve weed and grass control.

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Glycols

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Application Technique: Aerial Application, Ground Soil Applied

Formulation Type: Concentrate Solutions

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Technologies
Composition
  • PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONING AGENTS:
  1. Proprietary Blend of Polyethoxylated alkyl amines (C8–C18), alkyl polyoxyethylene glycols, and organic acid  -  90.00%
  2. Constituents ineffective as adjuvants  -  10.00%
  • TOTAL  -  100.0%

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Product Highlights
  • Improves herbicide uptake
  • Enhances spreading and wetting
  • Buffers spray solution pH
  • Sequesters hard water ions
General Information
  • OPTIMA® is a specialized formulation of surfactants and buffering agents which improves application while buffering the spray mix pH. OPTIMA® can positively affect both pesticide spray application and pesticide efficacy. OPTIMA® is designed primarily to be applied with herbicides which utilize glyphosate as the active ingredient. *However, it is also suitable and effective for most pesticides and nutritional products which can be used with wetter/spreader type adjuvants. Optimum application and consequent effects can be influenced by many factors. Therefore, it is recommended that careful observation of the spray deposit be made and the adjuvant rate be adjusted accordingly to ensure thorough coverage without undue runoff.

Applications & Uses

Directions for Use
  • FOR USE WITH HERBICIDES REGISTERED FOR: AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, INDUSTRIAL, MUNICIPAL, ORNAMENTAL, RIGHTS-OF-WAY, TURF, NON-CROPLAND, AND AQUATICS*.
  • 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 OPTIMA® to spray tank mixes, the user or application advisor must have experience with the combination or must have conducted a phytotoxicity trial. OPTIMA® may be applied by ground, cda, or aerial spray equipment. For most applications, use enough OPTIMA® to allow for uniform wetting and deposition of the spray onto leaf surfaces without undue runoff.
  • Ground, Aerial, CDA: Use 2-8 pints per 100 gallons of spray. For use with glyphosate or sulfosate type herbicides, use a minimum of 4 pints per 100 gallons. Aquatics*: Use 2-4 pints per 100 gallons.Buffering: to obtain an initial buffering effect, use a minimum of 3 pints per 100 gallons of spray. Rates may be adjusted as water conditions vary. The use of a pH measuring device is recommended to determine a suitable OPTIMA® rate. Do not add adjuvant at a level that would exceed 5% vv of the finished spray volume. NOTE: The above use recommendations are considered to be adequate for most uses. Some herbicides, however, may require higher or lower rates for optimum effect. Follow the pesticide(s) label(s) directions when this occurs. *Not for Use in California
Mixing Guidelines
  • Prior to any pesticide application all spray mixing and application equipment must be thoroughly cleaned. Carefully observe all cleaning directions on the pesticide(s) label(s).
  1. Fill spray tank one-half full with water and begin agitation.
  2. Add pesticides and/or fertilizers as directed by label or in the following sequence:
  • Micronutrients and fertilizers
  • Dry flowables and water dispersible granules
  • Flowables
  • Water soluble pesticides
  • Emulsifiable concentrates

Continue agitation and complete filling of the spray tank.

Add OPTIMA® last and continues agitation.

Do not mix OPTIMA® with undiluted pesticides.

Properties

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Physical Form

Safety & Health

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals
  • BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, READ ALL PRECAUTIONS, Directions for Use, CONDITIONS OF SALE–LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES.
  • Corrosive. Harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye damage. 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)
  • Wear protective eyewear (goggles or face shield), chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, and shoes plus socks when using this product. Take off any contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Packaging & Availability

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Storage & Handling

Storage and Disposal
  • Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by Storage and Disposal.
  • PESTICIDE 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.
  • PESTICIDE DISPOSAL: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. Do not contaminate water sources by run off from cleaning of equipment, disposal of equipment washwater or spray waste.
  • 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.