For Use Only by Individuals/Firms Certified
as Licensed Pesticide Applicators
FROM
EPA Reg. No. 279-3246 EPA Est.
Active Ingredient: (1) By Wt.
ATTENTION (4)
Sulfentrazone* ................................................................62.1%
-Although this label may appear similar to the label on a product
Cloransulam-methyl* ..................................................... 7.9%
you may have used, there may be important label differences.
Other Ingredients:.........................................................30.0% Users must read, understand and strictly follow all label directions,
100.0% precautions and restrictions.
*Authority First DF Herbicide contains 0.7 pounds of active ingredient per pound -It is the user鈥檚 responsibility to be sure the product is approved for
of product (0.62 pounds a.i. of sulfentrazone and 0.08 pounds a.i. of sale or muston the understand and strictly followthe specific
Users use read, intended crop and for use in all label directions
cloransulam-methyl) geographic area.
-It is the user鈥檚 responsibility to be aware of and to follow all State
U.S. Patent No. 4,818,275 and 5,163,995
or local precautions or restrictions not appearing on this product
label.
KEEP OUR OF REACH OF CHILDREN -Prior to purchase or use of this product, read the Conditions
of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability on page 2 of this
label. If the terms and conditions are unacceptable, return the
CAUTION-AVISO product immediately in the original and unopened container.
Si usted etiende esta etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la
explique a usted en detalle. (If you do not understand this label, find
someone to explain it to you in detail.)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FIRST AID (2) Section Title/ (Section Number) Page
Active Ingredient (1) 1
If Inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call Agricultural Use Requirements (9) 2
911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by Application Information (18) 4
mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor Attention (4) 1
for further treatment advice Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty (11) 2
.
Directions for Use (14) 3
If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
Environmental Hazards (7) 2
immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison
First Aid (2) 1
control center or doctor for treatment advice.
General Information (15) 3
If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water Hot Line Number (3) 1
for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first Label Tracking (25) 7
5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center
Maximum Allowed Usage (24) 7
or doctor for treatment advice.
Mixing and Loading Instructions (20) 5
Physical/Chemical Hazards (8) 2
If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately
PPE Requirements (6) 2
for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to
swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison Precautionary Statements (5) 2
control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an Preharvest Intervals (PHI) (24) 7
unconscious person. Restricted Entry Interval (REI) (10) 2
Resistance Management (13) 3
Soybeans (22) 5
HOTLINE NUMBER (3) Spray Equipment Clean-out (21) 5
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison Spray Drift Reduction Advisory (19) 4
control center or doctor, or going for treatment. You may also contact Storage and Disposal (12) 2
1-800-331-3148 for emergency medical treatment information.
Net Content:
Authority First DF Herbicide 1
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS (5) Conditions of Sale and Limitation of
Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals Warranty and Liability (11)
Caution
Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
Notice: Read the entire Directions for Use and Conditions of Sale and
absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing vapor or spray mist. Avoid
Limitation of Warranty and Liability before buying or using this product.
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
If the terms are not acceptable, return the product at once, unopened,
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (6)
and the purchase price will be refunded.
Applicators and other handlers must wear: long-sleeved shirt and
long pants, waterproof gloves, and shoes plus socks.
The Directions for Use of this product should be followed carefully. It
Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been
is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with the use of
drenched or heavily contaminated with this product. Do not reuse
them. Follow manufacturer鈥檚 instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness, or other unintended
If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. consequences may result because of such factors as manner of use or
Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. application, weather or crop conditions beyond the control or FMC or
Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by Buyer and User, and, to the
extent permitted by applicable law, Buyer and User agree to hold FMC
User Safety Recommendations
and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors.
Users should:
Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco Seller warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description
or using the toilet. on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes stated on the
Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then wash Directions for Use when used in accordance with the directions under
thoroughly and put on clean clothing. normal conditions of use. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, FMC MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF
Remove PPE immediately after handling the product. Wash the
MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash
PURPOSE, NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SELECTION, PURCHASE,
OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. Any warranties, express or implied,
Environmental Hazards (7) having been made are inapplicable if this product has been used
This pesticide is toxic to marine/estuarine invertebrates. Do not apply contrary to label instructions, or under abnormal conditions, or under
directly to water, to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal conditions not reasonably foreseeable to (or beyond the control of)
areas below the mean high water mark. Drift and runoff may be seller or FMC, and, to the extent permitted by applicable law, buyer
hazardous to terrestrial and aquatic plants in neighboring areas. Do
assumes the risk of any such use.
not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash waters or
rinsate.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, FMC or seller shall not be
Groundwater Advisory
liable for any incidental, consequential or special damages resulting
This chemical is known to leach through soil into groundwater under from the use or handling of this product. TO THE EXTENT
certain conditions as a result of label use. Use of this chemical in
PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
areas where soils are permeable, particularly where the water table is
THE USER OR BUYER, AND THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY OF FMC
shallow, may result in groundwater contamination.
AND SELLER FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS. LOSSES, INJURIES OR
DAMAGES (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON BREACH OF
Do not use on coarse soils classified as sand which have less than 1%
WARRANTY, CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY
organic matter.
OR OTHERWISE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF
Surface Water Advisory
THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE THE RETURN OF THE PURCHASE
Sulfentrazone can contaminate surface water through spray drift.
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR, AT THE ELECTION OF FMC OR
Under some conditions, sulfentrazone may also have a high potential
SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
for runoff into surface water (primarily via dissolution in runoff water),
for several to many months post-application. These include poorly
draining or wet soils with readily visible slopes toward adjacent surface This Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability may
waters, frequently flooded areas, areas overlying extremely shallow not be amended by any oral or written agreement.
groundwater, areas with in-field canals or ditches that drain to surface
water, areas not separated from adjacent surface waters with
vegetated filter strips, and areas over-lying tile drainage systems that
drain to surface waters.
Storage and Disposal (12)
Physical/Chemical Hazards (8)
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
Do not use or store near heat or open flame.
Pesticide storage
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS (9) Store product in original container only, away from other
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with pesticides, fertilizer, food or feed.
the Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This
Standard contains requirements for the protection of
Do not store below 40F or 4C degrees.
agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and
greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It
In Case of Spill
contains requirements for training, decontamination,
Avoid contact. Isolate areas and keep out animals and unprotected
notification, and emergency assistance. It also contains specific
instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on this persons.
label about personal protective equipment (PPE) and
restricted-entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply To Confine Spills.
to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker
Dike surrounding area, sweep up spillage, Dispose of in
Protection Standard.
accordance with information given under Pesticide Disposal.
Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas
Wash spill area with water, absorb with sand, cat litter or
during the restricted entry interval (REI) of 12 hours. (10)
commercial clay, sweep up and dispose of in an approved manner.
PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted Place damaged container in a large holding container. Identify
under the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact
contents per required hazardous waste labeling regulations.
with anything that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or
water, is: Coveralls over long-sleeved shirt and long pants,
waterproof gloves, and shoes plus socks.
Authority First DF Herbicide 2
control. When sufficient moisture is received after dry conditions,
Storage and Disposal (continued)(12) Authority First DF Herbicide will provide control of susceptible
germinating weeds.
Pesticide Disposal
Pesticide wastes are toxic. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, Authority First DF Herbicide exhibits excellent crop safety. Poor
spray mixture or rinsate is a violation of Federal law, If these growing conditions, such as excessive moisture, cool temperatures,
wastes can not be disposed of by use according to label and soil compaction or the presence of various pathogens may impact
instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control seedling vigor. Under these conditions, the active ingredients in
Agency, or the Hazardous Waste representative of the nearest Authority First DF, like other soil-applied herbicides, can contribute to
EPA Regional Office for guidance. crop response. However, these early symptoms are short-lived.
Container Disposal Observe all instructions, crop restrictions, mixing directions, application
Metal Containers precautions, replanting directions, rotational crop guidelines and other
Metal containers should be triple rinsed (or equivalent). Then label information of each product when tank mixing with Authority First
offered for recycling or reconditioning, or punctured and disposed DF.
of in a sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by state
and local authorities, Do not cut or weld metal containers. Proper Handling Instructions
This product may not be mixed or loaded within 50 feet of any wells
Plastic Containers (including abandoned wells and drainage wells), sink holes, perennial
Plastic containers should be triple rinsed (or equivalent). Then or intermittent streams and rivers, and natural or impounded lakes and
offered to an approved pesticide container recycling program. Or reservoirs. This setback does not apply to properly capped or plugged
punctured and disposed of in an approved wasted disposal facility. abandoned wells and does not apply to impervious pad or properly
Provided on-site incineration is allowed by State and local diked mixing/loading areas.
authorities, containers may be burned. Stay out of smoke. Operations that involve mixing, loading rinsing, or washing of this
product into or from pesticide handling or application equipment or
Returnable/Refillable Sealed Containers containers within 50 feet of any well are prohibited unless conducted
Do not break container seals. Do not empty remaining formulated on an impervious pad constructed to withstand the weight of the
product. Do not rinse inside of container. Return container intact heaviest load that may be positioned on or moved across the pad.
to point of purchase. Such a pad shall be designed and maintained to contain any product
spills or equipment leaks, container or equipment rinse or wash water,
and rainwater that may fall on the pad. Surface water shall not be
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT (13) allowed to either flow over or from the pad, which means the pad must
Some weeds are known to develop resistance to herbicides that have be self contained. The pad shall be sloped to facilitate material
been used repeatedly. While the development of resistance is well removal. An unroofed pad shall be of sufficient capacity to contain at a
understood, it is not easily predicted. Therefore herbicides should be minimum 110% of the capacity of the largest pesticide container or
used in conjunction with resistance management strategies in the application equipment on the pad. A pad that is covered by a roof of
area. Consult the local or State agricultural advisors for details. If sufficient size to completely exclude precipitation from contact with the
weed resistance should develop in the area, this product used alone pad shall have a minimum containment capacity of 100% of the
may not continue to provide sufficient levels of weed control. If the capacity of the largest pesticide container or application equipment on
reduced levels of control can not be attributed to improper application the pad. Containment capacities as described above shall be
timing, unfavorable weather conditions or abnormally high weed maintained at all times. The above specific minimum containment
pressure, a resistant strain may have developed. capacities do not apply to vehicles when delivering pesticide
shipments to the mixing/loading site. States may have in effect
To reduce the potential for weed resistance, use this product in a additional requirements regarding wellhead setbacks and operational
rotation program with other classes of chemistry and modes of action. containment.
Always apply this product at the recommended rates and in
accordance with the use directions. Do not use less than Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
recommended label rates alone or in tank mixtures. Do not use
reduced rates of the tank mix partner. For optimum performance, Do not use flood irrigation to apply or incorporate this product.
scout fields carefully and begin applications when weeds are smaller
rather than larger. If resistance is suspected, contact the local or State Product must be used in a manner which will prevent back siphoning
agricultural advisors. into wells, spills or improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray
mixtures or rinsates.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (14)
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner ROTATIONAL CROP GUIDELINES (16)
inconsistent with its labeling. Shown below are the minimum intervals in months from the time of
Authority First DF Herbicide application until Authority First DF treated
Read all Directions for Use carefully before applying. soil may be replanted with the crops listed. When Authority First DF
Herbicide is tank mixed with other herbicide(s), refer to all the labels
Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other for re-cropping instructions, following the intervals that are the most
persons, either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may restrictive. For crops not listed, the interval is 30 months in addition to
be in the area during application. For any requirements specific to your a successful field bioassay.
State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.
INTERVAL (Months)
CROP
GENERAL INFORMATION (15)
Alfalfa 12
Authority First DF Herbicide is for preemergence control of broadleaf Barley 12
and grass weeds in soybeans only. Canola 24
The mode of action of Authority First DF Herbicide involves uptake by Corn, field * 10
weed roots and shoots. Preemergence and preplant incorporated Corn, pop * 10
applications of Authority First DF Herbicide require rainfall or irrigation Corn, seed * 10
to activate the herbicide. The amount of rainfall or irrigation required Corn, sweet 18
for activation following application depends on existing soil moisture, Cotton 18
organic matter content and soil texture. If adequate moisture (1鈦?2" to Dry shelled beans and peas 12
1") is not received within 7 to 10 days after the Authority First DF Oats 12
treatment, a shallow cultivation may be needed to obtain desired weed
Peanuts 12
Authority First DF Herbicide 3
鈥? Do not use tail water from the first flood or furrow irrigation of treated
Potatoes 18
fields to treat non target crops unless at least 1/2 inch of rainfall has
Rice 10
occurred between application and the first irrigation.
Rye 12
Sorghum 12
SPRAY DRIFT REDUCTION ADVISORY (19)
Soybeans Anytime
Sugarbeets * * 30
AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE
Sunflower * * 30
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICATOR AND THE GROWER.
Tobacco * * * 30
Wheat 4 The interaction of many equipment and weather related factors
determine the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the grower
are responsible for considering all these factors when making
* Corn (including field corn, popcorn and seed corn)
decisions.
Observe an 18 month rotational interval if 6.45 鈥? 8.0 oz. of Authority
First DF Herbicide was applied to soils of 1.5% organic matter or less,
The following drift management requirements must be followed to
and pH is above 7.
avoid off-target movement from applications to agricultural field crops.
Hybrid Seed Production
Where States and local governments have more stringent regulations,
Corn inbred lines grown for hybrid seed production may be injured in
they must be observed.
the growing season following an application of Authority First DF
Herbicide. Inbred lines should be thoroughly tested for crop tolerance
Droplet Size Information
before rotating to production scale acreages. FMC will not accept
responsibility for any crop injury on field corn grown for seed following
Reduce drift potential by applying large droplets. The optimum drift
an application of Authority First DF Herbicide.
management strategy is to apply the largest droplets that will provide
sufficient coverage and control. Applying larger droplets reduces drift
* * These crops require a 30-month rotational interval and a successful
potential, but will not prevent drift when applications are made
field bioassay.
improperly, or under unfavorable environmental conditions (See Wind,
* * * Transplanted tobacco may be planted 10 months after application
Temperature and Humidity and Temperature Inversions).
of a maximum application rate of 3.0 ounces per acre of Authority First.
Tobacco in seedbed nurseries may be replanted 18 months after
VMD 鈥? VMD is the expression of the droplet size of the spray cloud.
applications of 3.0 ounces per acre of Authority First and following a
The VMD value means that 50% of the droplets are larger than the
successful field bioassay. A rotational interval of 30 months and a
expressed value and 50% of the droplets are smaller than the
successful field bioassay is required for all applications of Authority
expressed value. Optimum spray clouds should be 450 microns with
First greater than 3.0 ounces per acre.
fewer than 10% of the droplets being 200 microns or smaller.
REPLANTING INSTRUCTIONS (17)
Volume 鈥? Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical
If the initial planting of soybeans fails to produce a uniform stand,
spray volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows usually produce larger
soybeans may be replanted in fields treated with Authority First DF
droplets.
Herbicide alone. Do not retreat fields with a second application of
Authority First DF Herbicide. When tank mixing with a labeled product,
Pressure 鈥? Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer鈥檚 recommended
refer to the replant instructions for that product. Do not replant treated
pressures. For many nozzle types, lower pressure produces larger
fields with any crop at intervals that are inconsistent with the
droplets. When higher flow rates are needed, use higher flow rate
ROTATIONAL CROP GUIDELINES on the Authority First DF
nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
Herbicide label. Where a tank mix is used, refer to the product鈥檚 labels
for any additional replant instructions.
Number of Nozzles 鈥? Use the minimum number of nozzles that
provide uniform coverage.
APPLICATION INFORMATION (18)
Nozzle Type 鈥? Use a nozzle type that is designed for the intended
application. With most nozzle types narrower spray angles product
DO NOT APPLY TO CROPS OTHER THAN SOYBEANS.
larger droplets. Consider using low drift nozzles.
APPLY WITH GROUND SPRAYERS ONLY
Application Height 鈥? Making applications at the lowest height
Use a standard low pressure herbicide boom sprayer equipped with
practical reduces exposure of spray droplets to evaporation and wind
suitable nozzles and screens. Apply uniformly using properly
movement.
calibrated nozzles (10 to 40 psi) and screens and strainers no finer
than 50 mesh. Use 10 to 40 gallons of spray solution per acre. Do not
Swath Adjustment 鈥? Swath adjustment distance must increase with
exceed 40 psi spray pressure unless required by the spray nozzle
increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller droplets, etc.)
manufacturer.
Continuous agitation is required until all spray mixture has been Wind 鈥? Drift potentials are lowest between wind speeds of 3 to 10
applied. Avoid swath overlaps. Shut off spray booms while turning, miles per hour. However, many factors, including droplet size and
slowing or stopping, as over application may result. Do not allow equipment type determine drift potential at any given wind speed.
Authority First DF spray mixtures to sit overnight as settling of product Applications in wind conditions outside of this range could increase the
and difficulty of re-suspending may occur. risk of off-target effects and should be avoided. Note that local terrain
To avoid injury to sensitive crops, spray equipment used for Authority can influence wind patterns. Every applicator should be familiar with
First DF Herbicide applications must be drained and thoroughly local wind patterns and how they affect spray drift.
cleaned with water plus ammonia before being used to apply other
products. See Spray Clean-out Section 21 on page 5. Temperature and Humidity - When making applications in conditions
of low relative humidity set up equipment to produce larger droplets to
Avoid all direct, and/or indirect spray contact with non-target
compensate for evaporation. Droplet evaporation is most severe when
plants. Do not apply near desirable vegetation. Allow adequate
conditions are both hot and dry.
distance between target area and desirable plants to minimize
exposure.
Temperature Inversions 鈥? Do not apply Authority First during
temperature inversions because the drift potential is high.
RUNOFF AND WIND EROSION PRECAUTIONS
Temperature inversions restrict vertical air mixing, which causes small
suspended droplets to remain in a concentrated cloud. This cloud can
Do not apply under conditions which favor runoff or wind erosion
move in unpredictable directions due to the light variable winds
of soil containing Authority First DF to non-target areas.
common during inversions. Temperature inversions are characterized
by increasing temperatures with altitude and are common on nights
To prevent off-site movement due to runoff or wind erosion:
with limited cloud cover and light to no wind. They begin to form as the
鈥? Avoid treating powdery dry or light sandy soils when conditions are
sun sets and often continue into the following morning. Their presence
favorable for wind erosion. Under these conditions, allow the soil
can be indicated by ground fog. However, if fog is not present,
surface to be settled by rainfall or irrigation.
inversions can also be identified by the movement of smoke from a
鈥? Do not apply to impervious substrates such as paved or highly ground source or a smoke generator. Smoke that layers and moves
compacted surfaces or frozen or snow covered ground. laterally in a concentrated clod (under low wind conditions) indicate an
inversion, while smoke that moves upward and rapidly dissipates
鈥? Do not apply to soils when saturated with water.
indicates good vertical air mixing.
Authority First DF Herbicide 4
Sensitive Areas 鈥? Applications should be made when the wind is First DF Herbicide. Stir until completely dissolved. Then add slurry to
blowing away from adjacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential areas, the spray tank through a 20-35 mesh screen. Rinse container used for
bodies of water, known habitats for threatened or endangered species pre-mixing and add rinsate to the spray tank. Complete filling the
and non-target crops). sprayer tank with fertilizer. Maintain agitation during filling, mixing and
application. Use Authority First DF Herbicide spray mixture
immediately after mixing. Do not store mixture.
MIXING AND LOADING INSTRUCTIONS (20)
Authority First DF Herbicide Applied in Tank Mix Combinations
Authority First DF Herbicide Applied Alone Fill the spray tank one-half full with fertilizer solution. With the agitator
Select the proper Authority First DF Herbicide application rate from the operating, add a slurry of Authority First DF Herbicide as described in
following TIMING AND METHOD OF APPLICATION section of this the preceding paragraph. Next, dilute the individual tank mix partners
label. Fill the spray tank with approximately one-half of the volume of with sufficient water to form a free flowing dispersion, then add to the
water needed for the acreage being treated. With agitator operating, spray tank of fertilizer. While maintaining agitation, add the other
add the required amount of Authority First DF Herbicide for acreage products using the following order: slurry of dry formulations (wettable
being treated by opening the bottle(s) and measuring directly into the powders, dry flowables) first, diluted liquid formulations (EC's,
spray tank. Allow the product to fully disperse. Complete the addition flowables) second. Complete filling the sprayer tank with fertilizer.
of spray water. Maintain agitation during filling, mixing and application. Maintain agitation during filling, mixing and application. Use Authority
Apply the Authority First DF Herbicide spray mixture immediately after First DF Herbicide tank mixtures immediately after mixing. Do not store
mixing. Do not store spray mixture. tank mixtures.
Authority First DF Applied in Tank Mix Combination
SPRAY EQUIPMENT CLEAN-OUT (21)
Select the proper Authority First DF Herbicide application rate from
TIMING AND METHOD OF APPLICATION section of label. Read and
follow all applicable use directions, precautions and restrictions on the
After spraying Authority First DF Herbicide and before using
respective tank mix product labels. To ensure product compatibility, a
sprayer equipment for any other applications, the sprayer must
jar test should be conducted before large volume mixing. Provided the
be thoroughly cleaned using the following procedure:
jar test indicates the mixture is compatible, prepare the tank mixture as
1. Drain sprayer tank, hoses, and spray boom and thoroughly rinse the
follows.
inside of the sprayer tank with clean water to remove sediment and
residues. Thoroughly flush sprayer hoses, boom and nozzles with
Fill the spray tank with approximately one-half of the volume of water
clean water.
needed for the acreage being treated.. With agitator operating, add the
required amount of Authority First DF Herbicide for the acreage being 2. Fill the tank 1/2 full with clean water, and add appropriate detergent
treated by opening the bottle(s) and measuring directly into the spray or ammonia (follow manufacturer鈥檚 directions for use). Fill the tank to
tank. Allow the product to fully disperse. Next, add the recommended capacity and operate the sprayer for 15 minutes to flush hoses, boom,
amount(s) of the additional tank mix product(s) in the following order: and nozzles.
first dry formulations (e.g., wettable powders, dry flowables), next liquid 3. Convenient and through cleaning of the sprayer can be achieved if
suspensions (e.g., flowables) and finally liquids (e.g., EC's). Allow time the cleaning solution is left in the spray tank, hoses, spray booms and
for complete mixing and dispersion after each addition, adding water spray nozzles overnight or during storage.
as necessary. Complete the addition of spray water. Maintain agitation
4. Before using the sprayer, drain the spray system. Rinse the tank
during filling, mixing and application. Use Authority First DF Herbicide
with clean water and flush through the hoses, boom, and nozzles.
tank mixtures immediately after mixing. Do not store tank mixtures.
Remove and clean spray tips and screens separately with the
detergent or ammonia solution.
Fertilizer Spray Mixtures
Applications of Authority First DF Herbicide alone, or with 5. Properly dispose of all cleaning solution and rinsate in accordance
recommended tank mixtures, in conjunction with fertilizer solutions with Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines.
may be used unless use directions specifically state otherwise. Small
quantities should be tested for compatibility by the following procedure
Do not drain or flush equipment on or near desirable trees or plants.
before mixing in full spray tank quantities.
1) Put 1 pint of fertilizer solution in a quart jar. Do not contaminate any body of water including irrigation water that
2) Add the appropriate amount of herbicide based on the table below. may be used on other crops.
If more than one product is to be used, add each separately using
Should small quantities of Authority First remain in inadequately
the following sequence: dry formulations (e.g., wettable powders,
cleaned mixing, loading and/or spray equipment, they may be released
dry flowables) first, liquid suspensions (e.g., flowables) next and
during subsequent applications potentially causing effects to certain
finally liquids (e.g., EC鈥檚).
crops and other vegetation. FMC accepts no liability for any effects
due to inadequately cleaned equipment.
Herbicide Type Herbicide Field Amount Herbicide
Use Rate Added Per Pint
Wettable Powder or Dry
SOYBEANS (Conventional and GMO) (22)
Flowable 0.5 pound 0.75 teaspoon
1.0 pound 1.50 teaspoons
TIMING AND METHOD OF APPLICATION
2.0 pounds 3.00 teaspoons
3.0 pounds 4.50 teaspoons
Authority First may used alone or in tank mixture combinations for the
control of the weeds listed in conventional or GMO soybean varieties.
Emulsified Concentrates 1.0 pint 0.5 teaspoon
Liquid Flowables 1.0 quart 1.0 teaspoon
Application Rates
2.0 quarts 2.0 teaspoons
3.0 quarts 3.0 teaspoons
Product Use Rates
Authority
(Pound Active Ingredient Per Acre)
Soil First DF
Organic 70DF
*Based on a spray volume of 25 gal. per acre. For lower or higher
Matter* (Dry Ounces
spray volumes, adjust fluid fertilizer quantity accordingly. Sulfentrazone Cloransulam-methyl
per Acre)* *
3) Close jar and shake well.
3% or
4) Watch mixture for several seconds, again after 5 minutes and 6.45 0.25 0.032
less
again after 30 minutes. If herbicide/fertilizer combination remains
mixed or can be remixed readily (i.e., does not permanently
Greater
separate, foam, gel or become lumpy), the mixture is compatible 8.00 0.31 0.040
than 3%
and can be mixed in full volumes and sprayed. If the mixture is
*Do not apply Authority First DF Herbicide to soils classified as sand
compatible, prepare spray by adding fertilizer solution to the tank
with less than 1% organic matter.
first, then follow directions noted below.
** Maximum application rates: See Preplant Surface and
Preemergence Application below for specific recommendations.
Authority First DF Herbicide Applied Alone with Liquid Fertilizer
In order to add Authority First DF Herbicide to a liquid fertilizer carrier, Preplant Incorporated Application
Authority First must be premixed in a slurry of product and clear water. Apply Authority First DF Herbicide alone or in tank mix combination
Fill the spray tank one-half full with fertilizer solution. With agitator with other herbicides registered for preplant incorporated application to
operating, add the Authority First DF Herbicide slurry to the spray tank. soybeans. Incorporate the herbicide(s) into the top 1 to 3 inches of the
Use a minimum of one gallon of water for each container of Authority final seedbed using equipment that provides thorough soil mixing.
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When Authority First DF Herbicide is applied in tank mix combination Smartweed, PA Polygonum pensylvanicum
with other herbicide(s), follow the incorporation directions for the tank Smellmelon Cucumis melo
mix partner(s). Follow applicable use instructions, including application Spurge, spotted Euphorbia maculata
rates, precautions and restrictions of each product used in the tank
Starbur, bristly Acanthospermum hispidum
mixture.
Sunflower, common Helianthus annuus
Preplant Surface Application Thistle, Russian Salsola kali
Apply Authority First DF Herbicide alone or in tank mix combination Velvetleaf Abutilon theophrasti
with other herbicides registered for preplant soil surface application to Waterhemp, common Amaranthus rudis
soybeans. If applied in tank mix combination, follow use instructions,
Waterhemp, tall Amaranthus tuberculatos
including application rates (note: apply 陆 of the maximum application
rate for suppression of weeds in Roundup Ready soybeans,
Grasses
maintaining control with sequential application(s) of registered
postemergence herbicides), precautions and restrictions of each Barnyardgrass* Echinochloa crus-galli
product used in the tank mixture. Broadleaf signalgrass Brachiaria platyphylla
Crabgrass, large Digitaria sanguinalis
Preemergence Application Crabgrass, smooth Digitaria ischaemum
Apply at planting time or within 3 days after planting. Authority First DF
Crabgrass, southern* Digitaria ciliaris
Herbicide may be applied alone or in tank mix combination with other
Crowfootgrass* Dactyloctenium aegyptium
herbicides registered for preemergence application to soybeans.
Foxtail, giant* Setaria faberi
When applied in a tank mix combination, follow applicable use
instructions, including application rates (note: apply 陆 of the maximum Foxtail, Green Setaria viridis
application rate for suppression of weeds in Roundup Ready Foxtail, yellow* Setaria lutescens
soybeans, maintaining control with sequential application(s) of Goosegrass Eleusine indica
registered postemergence herbicides). Observe the precautions and
Johnsongrass, seedling * Sorghum halapense
restrictions of each product used in the tank mixture. Apply before
Orchardgrass Dactylis glomerata
planting, at planting time or prior to seed germination. Properly closed
seed furrows are necessary when applying at planting time of before Panicum fall Panicum dichotomiflorum
seed germination. Do not apply later than 3 days after planting (or Panicum, Texas Panicum texanum
after seed germination), as crop injury may result.
Sedges
Weeds Controlled (23) Nutsedge, purple Cyperus rotundus
When used as directed, Authority First DF Herbicide will provide
Nutsedge, yellow Cyperus esculentus
control or suppression of the following broadleaf weeds and grasses.
Sedge, annual Cares spp.
Common Name Scientific Name
* Provides suppression or partial control only
Broadleaves
* * Will not control ALS resistant biotypes of these weed species
Amaranth, Palmer Amaranthus, Palmer
Amaranth, spiny Amaranthus, spinosus Reduced Rates for Roundup Ready Soybeans
Anoda, spurred Anoda cristata Authority First DF Herbicide may be used at reduced rates in
Beggarweed, Florida Desmondiom tortuosum conjunction with planned follow-up weed control applications with
glyphosate based products such as Glyphomax XRT, Durango,
Carpetweed Mollugo verticillata
Roundup or other glyphosate herbicide products labeled for use on
Cocklebur, common Xanthium Pensylvanicum
Roundup Ready soybean varieties. Follow all Authority First DF
Copperleaf, Hophornbeam Acalypha ostryeafolia
application directions. Authority First DF will not control or reduce
Croton, tropic Croton glandulosus competition from ALS resistant biotypes.
Daisy, American Eclipta alba
Apply before planting, at planting time or prior to seed germination.
Dayflower, common Commelina communis
Properly closed seed furrows are necessary when applying at planting
Galinsoga, hairy Galinsoga ciliata
time of before seed germination. Recommended postemergence
Groundcherry, clammy Physalis heterophylla
treatments may include any product of combination of products labeled
Groundcherry, cutleaf Physalis angulata for use.
Horseweed (Marestail)* * Hippuris vulgaris
Jimsonweed Datura stramonium Reduced Rate Application Rates
Kochia Kochia scoparia Product Use Rates
Authority
Ladysthumb Polygonum persicaria (Pound Active Ingredient Per Acre)
Soil
First DF
Lambsquarters, common Chenopodium album Organic
(Dry Ounces
Matter*
Mallow, Venice Hibiscus trionum per Acre) Sulfentrazone Cloransulam-methyl
Mexicanweed Caperonia castanaefolia
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomea hederacea integriusc
3% or
3.00 0.116 0.015
Morningglory, ivyleaf Ipomea hederacea hederacea less
Morningglory, palmleaf Ipomea Wrightii
Greater
Morningglory, pitted * Ipomea, lacunosa 4.00 0.155 0.020
than 3%
Morningglory, purple Ipomea turbinata
*Do not apply Authority First DF Herbicide to soils classified as sand
Morningglory, red Ipomea coccinea
with less than 1% organic matter.
Morningglory, smallflower Jacquemontia tamnifolia
Morningglory, tall Ipomea, purpurea
Mustard, wild Brassica kaber
Nightshade, Eastern black Solanum americanum
Preplant Burndown Application
Nightshade, hairy Solanum sarrachoides
Authority First DF Herbicide, used at 6.45 鈥? 8.0 oz./acre as in the For
Nightshade, silverleaf Solanum elaeagnifolicum
All Soybeans Application Rates chart above, provides burndown of
Pigweed, redroot Amaranthus retroflexus
weeds listed below, when applied as follows. Thorough coverage is
Pigweed, smooth Amaranthus hybridus essential. Apply a minimum of ten gallons per acre finished spray
Pigweed, tumble Amaranthus albus volume. Use a non-ionic surfactant (NIS) having at least 80% active
ingredient strength at 0.125-0.25% v/v (1-2 pints per 100 gallons of
Poorjoe Diodia teres
spray solution) plus ammonium sulfate (AMS) at 2.5% v/v. Crop oil
Purslane, common Portulaca oleracea
concentrate (COC) at 1.2% v/v plus ammonium sulfate may be used.
Pusley, Florida Richardia scabra
Burndown results may be slowed or reduced when the growth of the
Ragweed, common * * Ambrosia artemisiifolia weeds is affected by unusual environmental factors just prior to or after
Ragweed, giant * * Ambrosia trifida application such as especially cool or widely fluctuating day and night
Senna, coffee Cassia occidentalis air temperatures, drought, heat stress, or waterlogged soils. To
broaden the spectrum of weeds controlled, Authority First DF
Teaweed Sida, prickly
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Herbicide may be tank mixed with other herbicides such as Aim EW
Herbicide, 2,4-D products, glyphosate products, or paraquat products. Authority, Authority First DF Herbicide and 鈥? Trademarks of
FMC Corporation, Philadelphia, PA 19103 USA
Weeds Controlled FirstRate, Glyphomax XRT and Durango - Trademarks of Dow
When used as directed for burndown, Authority First DF Herbicide will AgroSciences LLC, Indianapolis, IN 46268 USA.
provide control or suppression of the following broadleaf weeds.
Roundup and Roundup Ready 鈥? Trademarks of Monsanto Technology
LLC, St Louis, MO 63167 USA
Common Name Scientific Name
Broadleaves
LABEL TRACKING INFORMATON (25)
Cocklebur, common Xanthium Pensylvanicum
Horseweed (Marestail) * * Hippuris vulgaris
Jimsonweed Datura stramonium Label Code: AuthorityFirstDF_3_07-02-07
Mallow, Venice Hibiscus trionum
Morningglory, entireleaf Ipomea hederacea tinegrisc EPA Approval Date: 09-19-2007
Morningglory, ivyleaf Ipomea hederacea hederacea
Morningglory, palmleaf Ipomea Wrightii
FMC Corporation
Morningglory, pitted * Ipomea lacunosa
Agricultural Products Group
Morningglory, purple Ipomea turbinata
1735 Market Street
Morningglory, red Ipomea coccinea
Philadelphia PA 19103
Morningglory, smallflower Jacquemontia tamnifolia
215-299-6000
Morningglory, tall Ipomea purpurea
Ragweed, common * * Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Ragweed, giant * * Ambrosia trifida
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Sicklepod Cassia obtusifolia
Smartweed, PA Polygonum pensylvanicum
Sunflower, common Helianthus annuus
Velvetleaf * Abutilon theophrasti
*For Velvetleaf control, use 28% nitrogen (UAN) or AMS with NIS or COC.
* * Authority First will not control ALS resistant biotypes of these weed
species
Precautions
Properly closed seed furrows are necessary when applying at planting
time of before seed germination.
Maintain spray tank agitation until the spray mixture is applied.
Restrictions (24)
Do not apply this product by air or through any type of irrigation
system.
Do not make more than one soil application per crop year.
Do not apply more than 8.0 ounces of Authority First DF per acre per
season (as a cumulative total of Authority First DF Herbicide soil
application and FirstRate post-emergence application (1 oz/acre
Authority First DF Herbicide contains 0.005 lb a.i. cloransulam-methyl;
and 0.3 oz/acre FirstRate contains 0.016 lb a.i. cloransulam-methyl.
Do not apply more than 0.055 lb. active ingredient (a.i.) per acre of
cloransulam-methyl in a single growing season).
Do not feed treated soybean forage or soybean hay to livestock.
Do not harvest soybeans for 65 days after application of Authority First
DF Herbicide.
Do not apply Authority First DF Herbicide to soils classified as sands
containing less than 1% organic matter.
Do not drain or flush equipment on or near desirable trees or plants.
Do not contaminate any body of water including irrigation water that
may be used on other crops.
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