PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
For Agricultural or Commercial Use Only Hazards to Humans (and Domestic Animals)
FOR SALE OR USE IN CALIFORNIA Caution
Harmful if swallowed, absorbed through the skin or inhaled. Causes
moderate eye irritation. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with
EPA Reg. No. 279-3194 EPA Est. 279-
eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after
handling.
Active Ingredient: By Wt. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Carfentrazone-ethyl: Ethyl 伪,2-dichloro-5-[4- Applicators and other handlers must wear: long-sleeved shirt and
long pants, waterproof gloves, and shoes plus socks.
(difluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1H-
1,2,4-triazol-1-yl]-4-fluorobenzenepropanoate .... 40.0% Discard clothing and other absorbent materials that have been
drenched or heavily contaminated with this product. Do not reuse
Inert Ingredients: ........................................... 60.0%
them. Follow manufacturer鈥檚 instructions for cleaning/maintaining
....................................................................... 100.0% PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot
This product contains 40% of active ingredient per pound of product. water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry.
User Safety Recommendations:
U.S. Patent No. 5,125,958
Users should:
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 鈥? Remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside. Then
wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing.
CAUTION Environmental Hazards
Carfentrazone-ethyl is very toxic to algae and moderately toxic to
FIRST AID fish. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is
If Inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call present or to intertidal areas below the high water mark, except as
911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by specified on this label. Do not contaminate water when disposing of
mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor equipment wash waters.
for further treatment advice.
If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
Physical/Chemical Hazards
immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20 minutes. Call a poison
Do not use or store near heat or open flame.
control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for
TABLE OF CONTENTS
15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or Section Page
doctor for treatment advice. Active ingredient 1
If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for First Aid Instructions 1
treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to Precautionary Statements 1
swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison Environmental Hazards 1
control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an Physical/Chemical Hazards 1
unconscious person. Directions for Use 1
HOTLINE NUMBER Agricultural Use Requirements 2
Storage and Disposal 2
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison
General Information 2
control center or doctor, or going for treatment. You may also
Application Information 3
contact 1-800-331-3148 for emergency medical treatment
Spray Drift Management 3
information.
Crop Rotation Restrictions 3
Note to Physician: Carfentrazone-ethyl is expected to have low
Rice 3
oral and dermal toxicity, and moderate inhalation toxicity. It is
Wild Rice 4
expected to be slightly irritating to the skin and minimally irritating to
Warranty Statement 5
the eyes. This product contains a granular material (sand) that may
cause mechanical irritation to the eyes. Treatment is otherwise
controlled removal of exposure followed by symptomatic and
supportive care.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
See other panels for additional precautionary information.
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner
inconsistent with its labeling.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT MADE IN CHINA, FORMULATED AND
PACKAGED IN USA.
Do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system.
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
FMC Corporation to your State or Tribe, consult the agency responsible for pesticide
Agricultural Products Group regulation.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Shark H2O Herbicide with EC formulations of other crop protection
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS products, crop oil concentrates, methylated seed oils, silicone based
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the adjuvants, 28% nitrogen or ammonium sulfate may increase crop
Worker Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard response.
contains requirements for the protection of agricultural workers on
farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses, and handlers of Adjuvant Use Requirements
agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements for training, The use of a quality spray adjuvant is required for optimum
decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also performance. Refer to the individual crop recommendation sections
contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the of this label for specific adjuvant type and use rates.
statements on this label about personal protective equipment
(PPE), and restricted-entry interval. The requirements in this box Mixing and Loading Instructions:
only apply to uses of this product that are covered by the Worker Fill the spray tank 3/4 full with clean water. Make sure the agitation
Protection Standard. system is operating while adding products. Prepare a slurry of
Shark H2O Herbicide in a clean container using clean water. Slowly
Do not enter or allow worker entry into treated areas during the
add the Shark H2O Herbicide/water slurry. Carefully rinse the slurry
restricted entry interval (REI) of 12 hours.
container adding the rinsate to the spray tank. Complete filling the
PPE required for early entry to treated areas that is permitted under spray tank to the desired level. The spray tank agitation should be
the Worker Protection Standard and that involves contact with sufficient to ensure uniform spray mixture during application and
anything that has been treated, such as plants, soil, or water, is: must continue until the spray tank has been emptied. When
Coveralls, waterproof gloves, and shoes plus socks.
tankmixing with other products, Shark H2O Herbicide should be
mixed first in the spray tank. After the Shark H2O Herbicide is
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL thoroughly mixed, add the other products as specified on their label.
Pesticide Storage Ensure the compatibility of other products with Shark H2O Herbicide
Not for use or storage in or around the house. before mixing them together in the spray tank. Avoid the overnight
storage of Shark H2O Herbicide spray mixtures. Premixing Shark
Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store in original
H2O Herbicide spray solutions in nurse tanks is not recommended.
containers only. Store in a cool, dry place and avoid excess heat.
Carefully open containers. After partial use, replace lids and
Maintain continuous and adequate spray solution agitation until all
close tightly. Do not put formulated or dilute material into food or
the spray solution has been used.
drink containers. Do not contaminate other pesticides, fertilizers,
water, food, or feed by inappropriate storage or disposal. Do not use with tank additives that alter the pH of the spray solution
below pH 5 or above pH 8. Buffer spray solution to alter the pH
In case of spill, avoid contact, isolate area and keep out
range as appropriate.
unprotected persons and animals. Confine spills. Call FMC:
(800) 331-3148.
Spray Equipment Clean-Out
To confine spill: Dike surrounding area, sweep up spillage.
Many new pesticides are very active at low rates, especially to
Dispose of in accordance with information given under Pesticide
sensitive crops. Residues left in mixing equipment, spray
Disposal. Wash spill area with water, absorb with sand, cat litter
tanks, hoses, spray booms and nozzles can cause crop effects
or commercial clay, sweep up and dispose of in an approved if they are not properly cleaned. As soon as possible after
manner. Place damaged container in a larger holding container. spraying Shark H2O Herbicide and before using the sprayer
Identify contents per required hazardous waste labeling equipment for any other applications, the sprayer equipment
regulations. must be thoroughly cleaned using the following procedure. In
addition, users must take appropriate steps to ensure proper
Pesticide Disposal
equipment clean-out for any other products mixed with Shark
Waste resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of
H2O Herbicide as required on the other product labels. More
at an approved waste disposal facility. complete cleaning can be achieved if the spray system is
Container Disposal cleaned immediately following the application.
Plastic containers: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for 1. Drain sprayer tank, hoses, spray boom and spray nozzles. Use a
approved pesticide container recycling program, or puncture and high-pressure detergent wash to remove physical sediment and
dispose of in an approved waste disposal facility. Provided on residues from the inside of the sprayer tank and thoroughly rinse.
site incineration is allowed by state and local authorities, Then, thoroughly flush sprayer hoses, spray boom and spray
containers may be burned, stay out of smoke. nozzles with a clean water rinse. Remove and clean spray tips and
all filters and screens (tank, spray hose and spray tips) separately in
the ammonia solution of Step 2.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2. Next, prepare a sprayer cleaning solution by adding three gallons
of ammonia (containing at least 3% active) per 100 gallons of clean
Shark H2O Herbicide is a water dispersible granule formulation.
water. Prepare sufficient cleaning solution to allow the operation of
Shark H2O Herbicide is to be mixed with water and applied to
the spray system for a minimum of 15 minutes to thoroughly flush
labeled crops for selective postemergence control of broadleaf
hoses, spray boom and spray nozzles.
weeds. Weed control is optimized when the product is applied to
actively growing weeds up to 4 inches in height. Shark H2O
3. Convenient and thorough cleaning of the sprayer can be
Herbicide is a contact herbicide.
achieved if the ammonia solution or fresh water is left in the spray
Shark H2O Herbicide is rapidly absorbed through the foliage of tank, hoses, spray booms and spray nozzles overnight or during
plants. To avoid significant crop response, applications should not storage.
be made within 6 to 8 hours of either rain or irrigation or when heavy
4. Before using the sprayer, completely drain the sprayer system.
dew is present on the crop. Within a few hours following application,
Rinse the tank with clean water and flush through the hoses, spray
the foliage of susceptible weeds show signs of desiccation, and in
boom, and spray nozzles with clean water. Remove and clean
subsequent days necrosis and death of the plant occur. Due to
spray tips and all filters and screens (tank, spray hose and spray tip)
environmental conditions and with certain spray tank additives,
separately in an ammonia solution.
some herbicidal symptoms may appear on the crop.
5. Properly dispose of all cleaning solution and rinsate in
Extremes in environmental conditions such as temperature,
accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations and
moisture, soil conditions, and cultural practices may affect the
guidelines.
activity of Shark H2O Herbicide. Under warm moist conditions,
herbicide symptoms may be accelerated. While under very dry Do not apply sprayer cleaning solutions or rinsate to sensitive crops.
conditions, the expression of herbicide symptoms may be reduced
as weeds hardened off by drought are less susceptible to Shark
Do not store the sprayer overnight or for any extended period of time
H2O Herbicide.
with Shark H2O Herbicide spray solution remaining in the tank,
spray lines, spray boom plumbing, spray nozzles or strainers.
Tank Mixtures
Shark H2O Herbicide may be tankmixed with other herbicides to If the sprayer has been stored or idle, purge the spray boom and
control weeds not listed on this label. Read and follow all nozzles with clean water before beginning any application.
manufacturers' label recommendations for the companion herbicide
except for specific recommendations on this label. Tank mixtures of
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Should small quantities of Shark H2O Herbicide remain in inadequately Number of Nozzles - Use the minimum number of nozzles that
cleaned mixing, loading and/or spray equipment, they may be released provide uniform coverage.
during subsequent applications potentially causing effects
to certain crops and other vegetation. FMC accepts no liability for any Nozzle Type - Use a nozzle type that is designed for the intended
effects due to inadequately cleaned equipment. application. With most nozzle types, narrower spray angles
produce larger droplets. Consider using low drift nozzles.
APPLICATION INFORMATION Application Height 鈥? Making applications at the lowest height that
is safe reduces exposure of spray droplets to evaporation and wind
GROUND APPLICATION movement.
Use ground sprayers designed, calibrated and operated to deliver
Swath Adjustment - Swath adjustment distance must increase,
uniform spray droplets to the targeted plant or plant parts. Adjust sprayer
with increasing drift potential (higher wind, smaller drops, etc.).
nozzles to achieve uniform plant coverage. Overlaps and slower ground
speeds (caused by continuing to spray while starting, stopping or turning)
Wind - Drift potential is lowest between winds speeds of 3 to 10
may result in higher application rates and possible crop response.
mph. However, many factors, including droplet size and equipment
type determine drift potential at any given wind speed. Applications
Spray Buffer for Ground Application
shall be avoided below 3 mph due to variable wind direction and
Spray buffer zones for ground applications, listed in chart below, are
high inversion potential. NOTE: Local terrain can influence wind
required where local indigenous endangered plant species are found.
patterns. Every applicator shall be familiar with local wind patterns
Buffers to Indigenous Endangered Plant Species and how they affect spray drift.
SHARK H2O USE RATE Low Spray Boom High Spray Boom
(lbs. ai per acre) Buffer (ft.) Buffer (ft.)
Temperature and Humidity - When making applications in low
0.024 20 33 relative humidity, set up equipment to produce larger droplets to
0.031 26 46 compensate for evaporation. Droplet evaporation is most severe
when conditions are both hot and dry.
Conventional Boom and Nozzle Sprayers
Use a boom and nozzle sprayer equipped with the appropriate nozzles, Temperature Inversions - Applications shall not occur during a
spray tips and screens and adjusted to provide optimum spray temperature inversion because drift potential is high. Temperature
distribution and coverage at the appropriate operating pressures. Use inversions restrict vertical air mixing, which causes small suspended
nozzles that produce minimal amounts of fine spray droplets. Do not droplets to remain in a concentrated cloud. This cloud can move in
exceed 30 psi spray pressure unless otherwise required by the unpredictable directions due to the light variable winds common
manufacturer of drift reducing nozzles. Apply a minimum of 10 gallons of during inversions. Temperature inversions are characterized by
finished spray per acre. Use higher spray volumes when there is a dense increasing temperatures with altitude and are common on nights
weed population or crop canopy. Adjust sprayers to position spray tips with limited cloud cover and light to no wind. They begin to form as
no lower than 18 inches above the crop. Operate the sprayer to avoid the sun sets and often continue into the following morning. Their
the application of high herbicide rates directly over the rows and/or into presence can be indicated by ground fog. However, if fog is not
the whorl of treated crop plants. present, inversions can also be identified by the movement of smoke
from a ground source or an aircraft smoke generator. Smoke that
Directed Sprayers layers and moves laterally in a concentrated cloud (under low wind
Shark H2O Herbicide may be applied with drop nozzles or other spray conditions) indicates an inversion, while smoke that moves upward
equipment capable of directing the spray to the target weeds and away and rapidly dissipates indicates good vertical air mixing.
from sensitive plant parts. Shark H2O Herbicide may be applied up to
the maximum rate for the target crop for the control of larger weed sizes Sensitive Areas - The pesticide shall only be applied when the wind
or weeds not controlled with lower use rates. Use appropriate rates of is blowing away from adjacent sensitive areas (e.g. residential
adjuvants such as nonionic surfactants, crop oil concentrates or areas, bodies of water, known habitats for threatened or endangered
methylated seed oils. species and non-target crops).
SPRAY DRIFT MANAGEMENT
CROP ROTATIONAL RESTRICTIONS
AVOIDING SPRAY DRIFT AT THE APPLICATION SITE IS THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICATOR AND THE GROWER. Following an application of Shark H2O Herbicide, a treated field
may be rotated to a carfentrazone-ethyl registered crop at any
The interaction of many equipment and weather related factors
determine the potential for spray drift. The applicator and the grower are time. All other crops may be planted after 12 months.
responsible for considering all these factors when making decisions.
The following drift management requirements must be followed to avoid
off-target movement from applications to agricultural field crops. These
requirements do not apply to forestry applications, public health uses or
to applications of dry materials.
Where states have more stringent regulations, they must be observed.
RICE
INFORMATION ON DROPLET SIZE TIMING AND METHOD OF APPLICATION
The most effective way to reduce drift potential is to apply large droplets.
Apply Shark H2O Herbicide alone or as a tank mixture with other
The optimum drift management strategy is to apply the largest droplets
rice herbicides to emerged and actively growing weeds.
that provide sufficient coverage and control. Applying larger droplets
Applications shall be made by ground equipment using a minimum
reduces drift potential, but will not prevent drift when applications are
made improperly, or under unfavorable environmental conditions (See finished spray volume of 10 gallons of spray per acre.
Wind, Temperature and Humidity, and Temperature Inversions).
Do not apply Shark H2O Herbicide by air.
Controlling Spray Droplet Size
Do not apply within 1/2 mile of sensitive crops. Do not apply when
Volume - Use high flow rate nozzles to apply the highest practical spray conditions favoring drift exist. Do not apply more than 12 dry ozs.
volume. Nozzles with higher rated flows produce larger droplets. (0.3 pound active ingredient) per acre per season including fallow,
preplant, burndown, and labeled crop applications. Do not apply
Pressure - Do not exceed the nozzle manufacturer鈥檚 recommended within 60 days of harvest.
pressures. For many nozzle types lower pressure produces larger
droplets. When higher flow rates are needed, use higher flow rate
Users of Shark H2O Herbicide must hold the water on the rice fields
nozzles instead of increasing pressure.
for 30 days when applications are made to flooded fields.
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To control weeds not listed on this label, Shark H2O Herbicide may
WILD RICE
be tank mixed with other herbicides registered for use on rice. Refer
to the other product鈥檚 label for restrictions on tank mixing, and
TIMING AND METHOD OF APPLICATION
observe all label precautions, instructions, and rotational cropping
restrictions. Apply Shark H2O Herbicide alone or as a tank mixture with other
rice herbicides to emerged and actively growing weeds.
Early Postseeding Applications to Submerged Weeds Applications shall be made by ground equipment using a minimum
Apply Shark H2O Herbicide at 8 dry ozs. (0.2 pounds active finished spray volume of 10 gallons per acre.
ingredient) per acre. Evenly distribute the spray solution over the
flooded rice. The floodwater must be 3 to 6 inches deep. Apply at Do not apply by air.
the 2 to 4 leaf stage of rice. Earlier applications may cause
unacceptable crop response. Rice must be well rooted and actively Do not apply within 1/2 mile of sensitive crops. Do not apply when
growing at the time of application. Hold the floodwater static for at conditions favoring drift exist. Do not apply when winds exceed 10
least five days after application of Shark H2O Herbicide. mph. Do not apply more than 12.0 dry ozs. (0.3 pound active
ingredient) per acre per season, including fallow/preplant, burndown,
When used as directed Shark H2O Herbicide will provide: and labeled crop applications. Do not apply within 60 days of
harvest.
Control of listed weeds at the 2 leaf stage or less.
Bulrush, Ricefield
Arrowhead, California Users of Shark H2O Herbicide must hold the water on the rice fields
Ammannia, purple for 30 days when applications are made to flooded fields.
Ammannia, redstem
Umbrellaplant, smallflower Apply Shark H2O Herbicide to weeds at the rate of 4.0 to 8.0 dry
ozs. (0.1 to 0.2 pound active ingredient) per acre to the foliage of
Tank Mixtures exposed weeds above the water surface. Make applications after
Shark H2O Herbicide may be tank mixed with other herbicides to the floating leaf stage through tillering. The water in paddies may be
control weeds not listed on this label. Read and follow all lowered if practical. Smaller weeds with more leaf area exposed will
manufacturers鈥? label recommendations for the companion herbicide give better control. If water is lowered for application, it may be re-
except for specific recommendations on this label. When tank flooded to normal depths 24 hours after the application.
mixing Shark H2O Herbicide with other products, be sure the Shark
H2O Herbicide is mixed in the spray tank water first. When used as directed Shark H2O Herbicide will provide:
Shark H2O Herbicide may be applied before, after, or with an Control or suppression of the following weeds.
application of Londax庐, Ordram庐 and Bolero庐 herbicides. Observe Bulrush, ricefield
all applicable directions, restrictions (including water holding Arrowhead, California
requirements) and precautions on the Londax, Ordram and Bolero Waterplantain, common (Suppression only)
labels. Burrweed, giant (Suppression only)
Ammannia, purple (Suppression only)
Foliar Applications to Emerged Weeds Above the Water Ammannia, redstem (Suppression only)
Surface Umbrellaplant, smallflower (Suppression only)
Apply Shark H2O Herbicide to weeds at 4 dry ozs. (0.10 pound
active ingredient) per acre to the foliage of exposed weeds. At least
80% of the weed foliage must be exposed before spraying with Crop Response
Shark H2O Herbicide. For optimum results, apply to actively Some temporary leaf specking may occur following application.
growing weeds 20 to 45 days postseeding or the earliest practical
opportunity to spray. Weed control is enhanced with greater weed Tank Mixtures
exposure. If the field was drained at application, reflood twenty-four Shark H2O Herbicide may be tank mixed with other herbicides to
hours after application to the normal flood depth. control weeds not listed on this label. Not all combinations of Shark
H2O Herbicide and other formulated herbicides and adjuvants have
When used as directed Shark H2O Herbicide will provide: been tested. In general, EC formulations, nonionic and silicone
Control or suppression of the following weeds. based surfactants, and crop oil concentrates, will increase leaf
Bulrush, Ricefield speckling on the wild rice leaves. These tank mixes should be
Arrowhead, California tested on a small portion of the field to ensure crop safety prior to
Ammannia, purple (suppression only) general use.
Ammannia, redstem (suppression only)
Umbrellaplant, smallflower (suppression only)
Crop Response
Some temporary leaf speckling may occur shortly after application.
Tank Mixes
Shark H2O Herbicide may be tank mixed with other herbicides to
control weeds not listed on this label. Shark H2O Herbicide may be
tank mixed with propanil-containing herbicides, Londax庐 , Bolero庐 ,
or Whip庐 herbicides. Not all combinations of Shark H2O Herbicide
and other formulated herbicides have been tested. In general, the
EC formulations, nonionic and silicone based surfactants and crop
oil concentrates, when mixed with Shark H2O Herbicide will
increase leaf speckling on the rice leaves. These tank mixtures
should be tested on a small portion of the field to ensure crop safety
prior to general use.
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Dealers Should Sell in Original Packages Only.
Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability:
NOTICE: Read the entire Directions for Use and Conditions of Sale
and Limitation of Warranty and Liability before buying or using this
product. If the terms are not acceptable, return the product at once,
unopened, and the purchase price will be refunded.
The Directions for Use of this product should be followed carefully. It
is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with the use
of this product. Crop injury, ineffectiveness, or other unintended
consequences may result because of such factors as manner of use
or application, weather or crop conditions beyond the control or FMC
or Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by Buyer and User, and
Buyer and User agree to hold FMC and Seller harmless for any
claims relating to such factors.
Seller warrants that this product conforms to the chemical
description on the label and is reasonably fit for the purposes
stated on the Directions for Use when used in accordance with
the directions under normal conditions of use. FMC MAKES NO
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SELECTION,
PURCHASE, OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. Any warranties,
express or implied, having been made are inapplicable if this
product has been contrary to label instructions, or under
abnormal conditions, or under conditions not reasonably
foreseeable to (or beyond the control of) seller or FMC, and
buyer assumes the risk of any such use.
In no event shall FMC or seller be liable for any incidental,
consequential or special damages resulting from the use or handling
of this product. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR
BUYER, AND THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY OF FMC AND SELLER
FOR ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES OR DAMAGES
(INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON BREACH OF WARRANTY,
CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR
OTHERWISE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OR HANDLING OF
THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE THE RETURN OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR, AT THE ELECTION OF FMC OR
SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
This Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and Liability may
not be amended by any oral or written agreement.
FMC, Shark H2O - trademarks of FMC Corporation
Londax - trademark of E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company
Ordram - trademark of ZENECA, Inc.
Whip - trademark of Aventis Group
Bolero - trademark of Kumiai Chemical Industry Company, LTD
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