HERBICIDE
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION
FORMULATION AND ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Contains 125 g fluazifop-P-butyl per litre as an
emulsiï¬able concentrate.
MAPP NUMBER: 11519.
PACK SIZE: 1 litre.
TARGETS: Control of wild-oats, volunteer cereals and other grass weeds, post-emergence in
broad-leaved crops and other situations.
WATER VOLUME AND BCPC SPRAY QUALITY: 80 to 200 litres per hectare in open crops
with light weed infestations as a FINE spray. 200 to 500 litres per hectare in dense crops or in
dense weed situations as a MEDIUM spray. Apply through a conventional hydraulic sprayer
using a pressure of 2�4 bars.
PRACTICAL NOTES:
MAXIMUM
INDIVIDUAL DOSE
(LITRES MAXIMUM NUMBER OF
CROPS PRODUCT/HA) APPLICATIONS (PER CROP) LATEST TIME OF APPLICATION
Oilseed rape (spring, industrial 1.5 1 2 weeks before harvest
use)
Oilseed rape (winter, industrial 1.5 2 2 weeks before harvest
use)
Oilseed rape (spring) 1.5 1 Before ï¬ve true leaf stage.
Oilseed rape (winter) 1.5 1
and/or Before visible (flower) bud stage
1.0 1
Carrot (outdoor use only) 3 1 8 weeks before harvest
Linseed 1.5 1 Before visible (flower) bud stage.
Bulb onion (outdoor use only) 3 1 4 weeks before harvest
Vining pea, combining pea. 1.5 1 Before visible (flower) bud stage
Outdoor crops of: 3 1 per annum Applications to blackcurrant,
Blackcurrant, gooseberry, gooseberry, raspberry, hops and
raspberry, strawberry, hops strawberry must not be made between
flowering and harvest in the season of
application
Kale (for animal fodder) 3 1 8 weeks before harvest or feeding
Swede (for animal fodder), 3 1 Before 50% ground cover
turnip (for animal fodder)
Field bean 3 1 Before visible (flower) bud stage
Sugar beet, fodder beet 3 Max total dose: 8 weeks before harvest
3.0 litres product/hectare
Green cover on land 1.5 1 per annum �
temporary removed from
production
Farm forestry 3 2 per annum �
RAINFASTNESS: Within 1�2 hours of application.
BUFFER ZONE RESTRICTIONS: None.
FOR USE ONLY AS: AN AGRICULTURAL/HORTICULTURAL/FORESTRY HERBICIDE.
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
COMPATIBILITY
The following tank mixes have been tested for physical compatibility with FUSILADE MAX at
recommended rates of use and will mix in the sprayer tank. No tests have been undertaken
on crop safety or product performance. Use is at the user’s own risk. Syngenta Crop
Protection will support 2 and 3-way tank mixes of FUSILADE MAX with any of the fungicides,
herbicides or insecticides listed. For further information on compatibilities contact Syngenta
Crop Protection on 0800 169 6058.
FUNGICIDES
Folicur1
AMISTAR Ronilan FL
Bavistin DF FOLIO GOLD Rovral Flo
BRAVO 500 PLOVER Sportak 45EW
Punch C2 THIOVIT JET3
Carbendazim
HERBICIDES
Barclay Goalpost Dow Shield Propyzamide 50%WP
Betanal Carrera Goltix WG Propyzamide 80% w/w
Betanal Flo Katamaran Twin
Butisan S Kerb 50W Venzar Flo
Debut Nortron Flo
INSECTICIDES
APHOX Decis HALLMARK WITH ZEON
TECHNOLOGY4
Contest DOVETAIL
STEALTH4
Cyperkill 10 Fastac
Cypermethrin Fury 10EW
TRACE ELEMENTS
Syngenta Crop Protection will support the tank mixing of any of the named trace elements
with an existing 3-way tank mix including FUSILADE MAX. Syngenta Crop Protection advise
that the trace element part of the tank mix is added to the sprayer tank last with constant
agitation and the mixture is sprayed without delay.
Magnesium sulphate Manganese sulphate
NOTE(S)
Before using any tank mixture, consult and comply with the recommendations of the partner
products. Each product should be added separately to the bulk of the water in the spray tank
and thoroughly mixed before adding the next chemical. Always use constant agitation of the
sprayer tank during mixing, transportation and application. Spray immediately.
1
Folicur at max 0.5 l/ha
2
Punch C at max 0.4 l/ha
3
Constant agitation required
PRODUCT USE FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
4
Continuous agitation required. Add STEALTH/HALLMARK with ZEON TECHNOLOGY to the
spray tank last.
FUSILADE MAX is INCOMPATIBLE with Carbetamex and Benazalox.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FUSILADE MAX containing fluazifop-P-butyl is a herbicide for control of wild-oats, volunteer
cereals and other grass weeds, post-emergence in broad-leaved crops and other situations.
FUSILADE MAX is rapidly absorbed through the leaves and moves upwards and downwards
throughout the plant to the growing points. FUSILADE MAX is effective against both annual
and perennial grass weeds including Common Couch. Decay of the growing points in stems
is visible after 7 days. Foliar kill is complete in 3�4 weeks when weeds are actively growing
under warm conditions.
FUSILADE MAX is independent of soil type as it acts through the foliage.
CROPS AND SITUATIONS
FUSILADE MAX may be used in the following crops and situations:
COMBINABLE CROPS Winter oilseed rape, Spring oilseed rape, Winter and Spring oilseed rape for industrial use, Linseed,
Flax, Linseed and Flax for industrial use, Field beans, Vining and dried peas.
ROOT CROPS Sugar and Fodder beet, Carrots, Stockfeed swede and Stockfeed turnip
FRUIT CROPS Blackcurrants, Gooseberries, Raspberries and Strawberries
OTHER CROPS Hops, Onions and Stockfeed kale
FARM FORESTRY Hardwood and coniferous trees established on land previously under arable cultivation or improved
grassland.
OTHER SITUATIONS Non-cropped ï¬eld margins (boundary strips), removal of green cover on land temporarily removed
from production (set-aside) and removal of barley cover crops drilled to protect crops from wind-blow.
RESTRICTIONS
Consult processors before treating crops intended for processing.
Avoid drift and possible damage to neighbouring crops. Do not spray in windy weather,
especially if applying a FINE spray when the risk of drift is increased.
Cereal or grass crops should not be sown for at least 8 weeks after application of the 3 litres
per hectare rate or at least 2 weeks after application of the 1�1.5 litres per hectare rates.
Annual Meadow-grass and broad-leaved weeds are not controlled.
Weeds germinating after application will not be controlled.
FUSILADE MAX is rainfast within 1�2 hours of application.
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
WEEDS CONTROLLED
The following weeds are controlled by post-emergence applications at the rates given below.
Refer also to the crop recommendations for the maximum recommended rate in each crop.
APPLICATION RATE*
WEED TYPE/SPECIES (LITRES PRODUCT/HECTARE) WEED GROWTH STAGE
ANNUAL GRASS WEEDS
1 or 1.5 2 expanded leaves to fully tillered. The
Black-grass
higher rate will give more rapid and
Barren (Sterile) Brome
reliable control of well tillered weeds
Volunteer Cereals
Wild-oats
1 or 2.0 See notes below on cover crops
Barley cover crops
PERENNIAL GRASS WEEDS
1.5 2 expanded leaves to fully tillered
Italian Ryegrass
Perennial Ryegrass
3 4 leaves. The majority of stems should
Black Bent
have emerged
Creeping Bent (Watergrass)
Common Couch
CROP SPECIFIC INFORMATION
RATES OF USE AND SPRAY TIMING
TIMING OF APPLICATION (CROP
RATES OF APPLICATION GROWTH STAGE) NOTES
BLACKCURRANTS, GOOSEBERRIES, HOPS, RASPBERRIES, STRAWBERRIES
1�3 l/ha Before flowering or after harvest Where possible, a directed spray should
be used
CARROTS
1�3 l/ha From 2 true leaf stage until 8 weeks Best results with applications made
before harvest before 50% ground cover
FARM FORESTRY
1�3 l/ha See Farm Forestry Section for details Trees are most sensitive immediately
after bud burst/flushing. Overall or
directed sprays can be used but it is not
advisable to apply overall when trees are
at bud burst/flushing and before new
foliage has hardened in the Spring
FIELD BEANS
1â€?3 l/ha From second node stage but before ï¬rst
flower bud visible
KALE (STOCKFEED ONLY)
1�3 l/ha From 4 true leaf stage until 50% crop A slight crop check may occur together
ground cover with some de-waxing, but this is soon
outgrown
PRODUCT USE FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
LINSEED, FLAX
1�1.5 l/ha From 2 true leaf stage (GS4) to stem At these rates common couch will be
extension 20 cm in height and before suppressed
visible (flower) buds stage (GS6)
LINSEED AND FLAX USED AS AN INDUSTRIAL CROP
1�1.5 l/ha From 2 true leaf stage (GS4) to stem At these rates common couch will be
extension 20 cm in height and before suppressed
visible (flower) buds stage (GS6)
SPRING OILSEED RAPE
1�1.5 l/ha From 1 true leaf to before 5 true leaves. At these rates common couch will be
Crops may be treated at the cotyledon suppressed
stage if there is severe weed competition
WINTER OILSEED RAPE (INCLUDING FOR USE AS AN INDUSTRIAL CROP)
1�1.5 l/ha From 1 true leaf to before visible (flower) At these rates common couch will
bud stage. Crops may be treated at the be suppressed. For the control of
cotyledon stage if there is severe weed late emerging grass weeds a further
competition application of 1.0 litre per hectare may
be applied in the Spring. Allow crop
to recover from any de-waxing before
second application
SPRING OILSEED RAPE USED AS AN INDUSTRIAL CROP
1�1.5 l/ha From 1 true leaf but before crop shading At these rates common couch will be
masks the target weeds. Crops may be suppressed
treated at the cotyledon stage if there is
severe weed competition
ONIONS *
1�3 l/ha From 2 true leaf stage until 4 weeks May be used in Autumn or Spring
before harvest* provided weeds are actively growing
VINING AND DRIED PEAS *
1�1.5 l/ha From fourth node stage but before 1st At these rates common couch will be
flower visible* suppressed
SUGAR AND FODDER BEET
1�3 l/ha** From 1 true leaf stage to approximately Where two applications are required for
50% ground cover, but not later than very severe common couch infestations,
8 weeks before harvest the second application should be made
when grass is at the 3�4 leaf stage but
before crop cover exceeds 50%
SWEDE (STOCKFEED ONLY)
1�3 l/ha From 4 true leaf stage until 50% crop A slight check to growth, crinkling of
ground cover foliage and de-waxing may occur which
is soon outgrown
TURNIPS (STOCKFEED ONLY)
1�3 l/ha From 4 true leaf stage until 50% crop A slight check to growth, crinkling of
ground cover foliage and de-waxing may occur which
is soon outgrown
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
NON-CROPPED FIELD MARGINS (BOUNDARY STRIPS)
1�1.5 l/ha 1 per year. For control of barren brome and other
grass weeds in non-cropped ï¬eld
Non-cropped ï¬eld margins apply
margins.
November, December. Boundary strips
apply Autumn or Spring. Consult For establishing sown fescue and flower
conservation adviser before use mix boundary strips, apply before grass
weeds become competitive.
For managing sown or naturally re-
generated boundary strips, treat when
necessary to control grass weeds and
maintain species diversity.
For details of weed susceptibilities see
Non-cropped Field Margin (Boundary
strips) section below.
REMOVAL OF GREEN COVER ON LAND TEMPORARILY REMOVED FROM
PRODUCTION (SET-ASIDE)
1�1.5 l/ha 1 per year. For the control of barren brome, black-
Late Autumn or early Spring. Do not grass, cereal volunteers and other grass
apply if insufï¬cient green cover will weeds in one year or long term naturally
remain. re-generating cover or where a speciï¬c
Do not apply where the green cover is fescue and flower mix has been sown.
predominantly cereal volunteers. Do not apply if cover is to be grazed
by livestock or harvested for human
consumption.
For details of weed susceptibilities see
Non-cropped Field Margin (Boundary
strips) section below.
NOTES
1. Use rates according to weed species present (see weed control table).
2. * Before using in onions and vining or dried peas check that there is sufficient leaf
wax using the crystal violet test. When in doubt and where the wax is insufficient or
damaged do not spray. Use the crystal violet test as a routine before sequentially applying
herbicides.
3. Before using this product on land taken out of production as part of a grant aided
scheme, ensure compliance with the management rules of that scheme.
PRODUCT USE FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
FARM FORESTRY
FUSILADE MAX may be applied by tractor-mounted sprayer as an overall or band treatment
in farm forestry. A total of 6 litres of FUSILADE MAX per hectare per year may be applied.
The following tree species are tolerant to FUSILADE MAX at any interval after planting,
when dormant or in leaf:
BROAD LEAVED CONIFEROUS
Alder Japanese Larch
Ash Silver Fir
Beech Douglas Fir
Elm Cypress
Common Oak Blue Spruce
Sycamore Norway Spruce
Willow Sitka Spruce
Maple Pine
Thuja
Noble Fir
TIMING OF APPLICATION
The timing of application is determined by the growth stage of the target weed (see
weed control table above). A second application at 3 l/ha may be applied to control severe
common couch infestations. FUSILADE MAX is not recommended for the destruction of
established grass swards.
Overall or directed sprays can be used but it is not advisable to apply overall when trees
are at bud burst/flushing and before new foliage has hardened in the spring. Do not apply
FUSILADE MAX during periods of bright sunlight or high temperatures as this may lead to
foliage scorch. If applications are needed in mid summer then they should be made in the
evening. Do not apply FUSILADE MAX when the ground is waterlogged or the trees are
under stress from drought.
NON-CROPPED FIELD MARGINS (BOUNDARY STRIPS)
FUSILADE MAX at rates between 1�1.5 litre per hectare will control many of the important
grass weeds (barren brome, black-grass and wild-oats) which can adversely affect the
establishment or maintenance of sown or naturally regenerating boundary strips. FUSILADE
MAX is safe to annual and perennial dicotyledonous (broad-leaved) species and a range of
Festuca species. However, FUSILADE MAX can reduce the frequency of a number of other
non-target grasses.
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
The following table lists the species that are known to be RESISTANT to FUSILADE MAX at
rates between 1 and 1.5 l/ha.
Annual and perennial dicotyledonous species � All
Crested Dogstail Cynosurus cristatus
Sheeps Fescue Festuca ovina
Hard Fescue Festuca longifolia
Chewings Fescue Festuca rubra spp commutata
Red Fescue Festuca rubra spp purinsoa
Fine-leaved Sheeps Fescue Festuca tenuifolia
Annual Meadow-grass Poa annua
The dynamics and manipulation of species populations in the boundary strip is complex. The
wrong timing of both cultural and chemical treatments can have an adverse affect on non-
target species. If in doubt, always consult your conservation advisor before using FUSILADE
MAX in this situation.
COVER CROPS
Spray when the risk of wind blow has passed and before there is serious competition with
the crop. To remove cover crops, use 1.0 litre per hectare except where any of the following
factors apply, then 2.0 litres per hectare must be used:-
� where spraying is late and a quick kill is required to avoid competition.
� where the cover crop is drilled overall.
� where the cover crop is well developed, i.e. leaf sheath erect stage or later.
� where the crops are under moisture stress.
Note: Where a signiï¬cant grass weed problem is present, the rate appropriate to the weed
species must be used if this is higher than the rate required for cover crop removal.
USE IN PROGRAMMES
FUSILADE MAX may be used in programmes with herbicides approved for the relevant crop,
provided there is a 7 day interval between applications. Ensure herbicide sensitive crops are
unaffected and actively growing before treatment.
FUSILADE MAX may be used in programmes with low volume, low dose sprays in sugar beet,
provided there is a 3 day interval between applications.
FUSILADE MAX may be used in programmes with ‘Benazolox� (benazolin/clopyralid) in
oilseed rape, provided there is a 14 day interval between applications.
MIXING AND SPRAYING
MIXING
Half ï¬ll the spray tank with CLEAN water and start agitation. Shake the container and add
the correct amount of FUSILADE MAX to the sprayer using a ï¬lling device (e.g. induction
hopper) or by direct addition to the spray tank. Complete ï¬lling and agitate thoroughly.
Continue agitation during spraying and stoppages.
Wash out container thoroughly. Preferably use an integrated pressure rinsing device or
manually rinse three times. Add washings to the sprayer at the time of ï¬lling.
Dispose of rinsed containers safely according to DEFRA /HSE Code of Practice.
PRODUCT USE FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
VOLUME OF WATER
Even cover of the weeds is essential for good results.
80 to 200 litres per hectare may be used in open crops with light weed infestations.
200 to 500 litres per hectare should be used in dense crop or in dense weed situations.
APPLICATION METHODS
Even cover of the weeds is essential for good results. Apply through a conventional hydraulic
sprayer using a pressure of 2�4 bars. For spray volumes 80 to 200 litres per hectare
apply as a FINE spray. For spray volumes above 200 litres per hectare apply as a
MEDIUM spray.
Ensure that the sprayer is properly cleaned and washed before use, spray contamination may
damage crops.
Correctly calibrate sprayer before use. Do not leave spray liquid in the sprayer for long
periods (i.e. during meals or overnight).
Application by air or through controlled droplet application equipment is not permitted.
BAND SPRAYING
FUSILADE MAX may be applied through a standard band sprayer for the control of annual
grass weeds. Common couch may be treated but re-growth from untreated band may reduce
efï¬cacy.
AFTER USE
Wash equipment thoroughly after use with AGRAL and water at a ratio of 50 ml AGRAL to
100 litres of water.
DO NOT RE-USE CONTAINER FOR ANY PURPOSE.
COMPANY ADVISORY INFORMATION
OPTIMUM CONTROL OF WEEDS
For best release from early competition use FUSILADE MAX at the earliest recommended
time.
Speed of kill will be more rapid when weeds are actively growing under warm conditions
and with adequate soil moisture. Treatment under cool conditions will give slower activity. In
poor growing conditions use the higher rate for more rapid and reliable control.
Couch control is best when the rhizomes have been fragmented by cultivation or seedbed
preparation. This encourages maximum emergence of couch shoots providing a good
actively-growing target for the FUSILADE MAX spray. In perennial crops, where the rhizomes
are left undisturbed regrowth may occur from dormant buds.
Under dry conditions control of weeds may be reduced. For maximum effect on common
couch do not cultivate for 2 weeks after spraying.
The effects of FUSILADE MAX on overwintered weeds have not been investigated.
RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT
Strains of some annual grasses (e.g. black-grass, wild-oats and Italian rye-grass) have
developed resistance to herbicides which may lead to poor control. A strategy for preventing
and managing such resistance should be adopted. Guidelines have been produced by
the Weed Resistance Action Group and copies are available from the HGCA, CPA, your
distributor, crop advisor or product manufacturer.
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
This product is to be used only in accordance with the recommendations and
instructions given on the labels provided with this pack. Use in any other
circumstances is entirely at user’s risk.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(a) Operator protection
* Engineering control of operator exposure must be used where reasonably practicable
in addition to the following personal protective equipment:
* WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (COVERALLS), SUITABLE PROTECTIVE GLOVES
AND FACE PROTECTION (FACESHIELD) when handling the concentrate.
* WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (COVERALLS) when applying by vehicle-
mounted equipment.
* WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (COVERALLS) AND RUBBER BOOTS when
applying by hand-held equipment.
* WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (COVERALLS) AND SUITABLE PROTECTIVE
GLOVES when adjusting or maintaining equipment or handling contaminated surfaces.
* However, engineering controls may replace personal protective equipment if a COSHH
assessment shows they provide an equal or higher standard of protection.
WHEN USING, DO NOT EAT, DRINK OR SMOKE.
WASH CONCENTRATE from skin or eyes immediately.
WASH HANDS AND EXPOSED SKIN before meals and after work.
(b) Environmental Protection
DO NOT CONTAMINATE SURFACE WATERS OR DITCHES WITH CHEMICAL OR USED
CONTAINER.
(c) Storage and disposal
KEEP IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, tightly closed, in a safe place.
RINSE CONTAINER THOROUGHLY by using an integrated pressure rinsing device or
manually rinse three times. Add washings to sprayer at time of ï¬lling and dispose of
safely.
PRODUCT USE FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
FUSILADE MAX
Emulsiï¬able concentrate containing 125g fluazifop-P-butyl per
litre
IRRITATING TO SKIN.
POSSIBLE RISK OF HARM TO THE UNBORN CHILD.
VERY TOXIC TO AQUATIC ORGANISMS. MAY
HARMFUL CAUSE LONG-TERM ADVERSE EFFECTS IN THE
AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
DANGEROUS
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
FOR THE
contamination.
ENVIRONMENT
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the
instructions for use.
THE (COSHH) CONTROL OF SUBSTANCES HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH REGULATIONS MAY APPLY
TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT AT WORK
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF USE AND ALL PRECAUTIONS
MARKED * IS A LEGAL REQUIREMENT
FOR USE ONLY AS AN AGRICULTURAL/HORTICULTURAL/FORESTRY HERBICIDE
CROP Maximum Maximum number Latest time of
individual of treatments application
dose (l/ha)
Oilseed rape (spring, 1.5 1 per crop 2 weeks before
industrial use) harvest
Oilseed rape (winter, 1.5 2 per crop 2 weeks before
industrial use) harvest
Oilseed rape (spring) 1.5 1 per crop Before ï¬ve true leaf
stage
Oilseed rape (winter) 1.5 and/or 1.0 1 per crop Before visible
(flower) bud stage
Carrot (outdoor use only) 3 1 per crop 8 weeks before
harvest
Linseed 1.5 1 per crop Before visible
(flower) bud stage
Bulb onion (outdoor use 3 1 per crop 4 weeks before
only) harvest
FUSILADE MAX PRODUCT USE
HERBICIDE
CROP Maximum Maximum number Latest time of
individual of treatments application
dose (l/ha)
Vining pea, combining pea 1.5 1 per crop Before visible
(flower) bud stage
Outdoor crops of: 3 1 per annum See “other speciï¬c
restriction 2�
Blackcurrant, gooseberry,
raspberry, strawberry, hops
Kale (for animal fodder) 3 1 per crop 8 weeks before
harvest or feeding
Swede (for animal fodder), 3 1 per crop Before 50% ground
turnip (for animal fodder) cover
Field bean 3 1 per crop Before visible
(flower) bud stage
Sugar beet, fodder beet Maximum total � 8 weeks before
dose: 3.0 litres harvest
of product/
hectare/crop
Green cover on land 1.5 1 per annum �
temporarily removed from
production
Farm forestry 3 2 per annum �
Other speciï¬c restrictions:
1) Applications to blackcurrant, gooseberry, raspberry, hops and strawberry must not be
made between flowering and harvest in the season of application.
2) Industrial oilseed rape, linseed and flax must not be harvested for human or animal
consumption nor grazed.
3) When applying in farm forests this product must not be used for forestry establishment
on land that was not previously under arable cultivation or improved grassland.
4) When applying to non-cropped ï¬eld margins and/or green cover on land temporarily
removed from production:
a Treated vegetation must not be grazed or harvested for human or livestock
consumption.
b Unprotected persons must be kept out of the treated areas for at least 24 hours after
treatment.
c A full green cover must be established before the pesticide is applied.
READ ALL OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DIRECTIONS BEFORE USE.
SAFETY DATA FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND
COMPANY OR UNDERTAKING
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Tradename FUSILADE MAX
Design Code YF11054 / A12791B
AGI Code 1003202
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Company Syngenta Crop Protection UK Ltd
Whittlesford, CAMBRIDGE, CB2 4QT
Phone (01223) 833621
Fax (01223) 493700
Website www.syngenta-crop.co.uk
Emergency Phone 0044 (0)1484 538444 (24h)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTIC
Formulation type An emulsiï¬able concentrate with wetting agents.
Use A post emergence herbicide.
Active ingredient(s) 12.5% w/v Fluazifop-p-butyl
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
CONCENTRATION HAZARD
CAS-NO. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (% W/V) SYMBOLS RISK PHRASES
79241-46-6 Fluazifop-p-butyl (Classiï¬cation 12.5 Xn, N 63-50/53â€?10
according to Directive 67/548/EEC)
111-87-5 Octan-1-ol 10 Xi 36/38
143-28-2 Oleyl alcohol < 50 Xi 38
78-83-1 Calcium alkyl benzene sulphonate < 10 Xi 10�36/38
EC-No.: 203-917-6 Octan-1-ol
EC-No.: 205-597-3 Oleyl alcohol
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. A mild irritant to eyes. An irritant to skin. Very
toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately irrigate with eyewash solution or clean water, holding the eyelids
apart, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the container, label or
this Data Sheet, if possible. Do not induce vomiting.
Skin Contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash skin immediately with
water, followed by soap and water. Such action is essential to minimise contact with skin.
Contaminated clothing should be laundered before re-issue.
FUSILADE MAX SAFETY DATA
HERBICIDE
Inhalation: Remove patient from exposure, keep warm and at rest. Obtain medical
attention as a precaution.
MEDICAL ADVICE
If the amount of chemical is judged to be less than a lethal dose, observe the patient and
treat symptomatically. If gastric lavage is considered necessary, prevent aspiration of gastric
material. Consider administration of activated charcoal and a laxative.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Keep ï¬re exposed containers cool by spraying with water.
Extinguishing media: For small ï¬res, use foam, carbon dioxide or dry powder
extinguishant. For large ï¬res, use foam or water-fog; avoid use of water jet. Contain run-off
water with, for example, temporary earth barriers.
Protective Equipment: A self contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective
clothing should be worn in ï¬re conditions.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Ensure suitable personal protection during removal of spillages.
This means wearing eye protection, chemically resistant gloves, boots and coveralls. See Also
Section 8.
Clean up methods: Adsorb spillages onto sand, earth or any suitable adsorbent material.
Transfer to a container for disposal. Wash the spillage area with water. Washings must be
prevented from entering surface water drains.
Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into water courses must be alerted to the appropriate
regulatory body.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Read the label before use.
Safe handling advice: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When using do not eat, drink or
smoke. Wash face and hands before eating, drinking or smoking.
STORAGE
Safe storage advice: Keep in original containers, tightly closed, out of reach of children.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Storage life: Stable at 40°C, 6 months.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational exposure limits Hazardous Ingredient, Syngenta Internal OEL
Fluazifop-p-butyl 8 hr TWA 0.5 mg/m³
Not applicable to ï¬eld use.
SAFETY DATA FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
When using this product refer to the label for details. In all other cases, use the following
Personal Protective Equipment:
Where suitable engineering controls are not ï¬tted or are inadequate, wear suitable
protective equipment. When selecting personal protective equipment, users should consult
their supplier to conï¬rm that the equipment is suitable.
Respiratory protection: Wear suitable respiratory protective equipment if exposure to
levels above the occupational exposure limit is likely. Respiratory protective equipment
should conform to the appropriate EN standard.
Eye protection: Wear suitable eye/face protection conforming to EN 166.
Hand protection: Wear suitable gloves conforming to EN 374. Suitable materials: nitrile
rubber.
Body protection: Wear suitable protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Colour: Dark brown.
Physical State: Liquid.
Solidiï¬cation Point: Not available.
Boiling Point/Range: Not available.
Flash-Point: 89 °C +/- 2 (closed cup).
Odour: Faint alcohol-like.
Oxidizing Properties: Non-oxidising.
Explosive Properties: Non-explosive.
Density: 0.936 g/ml at 20 °C.
pH Value: 6.6 (1 % aqueous suspension at 25 °C).
Surface Tension: 33.6 mN/m at 23.5 °C.
Miscibility with water: Miscible.
Viscosity: 52.6 cSt at 54 °C.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion or thermal decomposition will evolve
toxic and irritant vapours.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY
LD50: > 2000 mg/kg (rat, both genders) Low oral toxicity.
ACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY
LD50: 2000 mg/kg (rat, both genders)(Limit dose � no deaths) Unlikely to be hazardous by skin
absorption.
ACUTE INHALATION TOXICITY
Unlikely to cause harmful effects when handled and used as directed on the label.
Acute Skin Irritation: Mild irritant to rabbit skin.
Acute Eye Irritation: Mild irritant to rabbit eyes.
Skin Sensitisation � Buehler: It is a mild skin sensitiser in animal tests.
FUSILADE MAX SAFETY DATA
HERBICIDE
CHRONIC TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS / LONG-TERM EXPOSURE
Long-Term Exposure: Embryo/foetoxic effects have been reported in rats. This is not
considered to be a risk to man when handled and used as directed on the label.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND DISTRIBUTION
Information applies to: Fluazifop-p-butyl
The substance is sparingly soluble in water. The substance has low mobility in soil.
BIOACCUMULATIVE POTENTIAL
Information applies to: Fluazifop-p-butyl
The substance has potential for bioaccumulation. However, it is rapidly metabolised and
eliminated from ï¬sh (97% within 3 days).
PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADATION
Information applies to: Fluazifop-p-butyl
There is evidence of rapid hydrolysis in water and soil to the parent acid, which also rapidly
degrades and is of lower intrinsic toxicity.
ECOTOXICITY
Toxicity to Fish
LC50: 20 mg/l (Salmo gairdneri (Rainbow trout); 96 h; Static conditions)
Toxicity to Algae
EbC50: 230 µg/l (green algae; 72 h)
ErC50 840 µg/l (green algae; 72 h)
Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates
EC50: 20 mg/l (Daphnia magna (water flea); 48 h)
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used containers. Surplus
material must be disposed of as detailed in the ‘Guidelines for the avoidance, limitation and
disposal of pesticide waste on the farm� GCPF, 1987. Empty containers should be washed and
discarded. Empty containers should not be used for other purposes. Disposal should be in
accordance with local, state or national legislation.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Special Information: Use unbreakable containers, make sure they cannot fall, and label in
accordance with regulations.
RAIL / ROAD (RID / ADR) Class UN no. Packaging Group
9 3082 III
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.,
FLUAZIFOP-P-BUTYL MIXTURE
SAFETY DATA FUSILADE MAX
HERBICIDE
SEA (IMDG-CODE) Class UN no. Packaging Group
9 3082 III
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.,
(contains fluazifop-p-butyl 12.5%)
Marine pollutant yes
AIR (ICAO / IATA) Class UN no. Packaging Group
9 3082 III
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.,
(contains fluazifop-p-butyl 12.5%)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols/ N DANGEROUS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
Classiï¬cations Xn HARMFUL.
Risk phrases (R) 38 Irritating to skin.
50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
Safety phrases (S) 2 Keep out of the reach of children.
13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
57 Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination.
Special label To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the
instructions for use.
This preparation is covered by the EEC Dangerous Preparations Directive. It has therefore
been labelled in accordance with these regulations. Users should ensure that they comply
with any relevant local, state or national legislation.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Always read the label. Use pesticides safely.
Based upon SDS date of issue: 25/04/02, Version 5. Signiï¬cant changes in sections 3 & 15.
Product registration number: MAPP 11519
This data sheet was prepared in accordance with Directive 91/155/EEC (93/112/EC, 2001/58/EC).
The information on this sheet is not a speciï¬cation, it does not guarantee speciï¬c
properties. The information is intended to provide general guidance as to health
and safety based upon our knowledge of the handling, storage and use of the
product. It is not applicable to unusual or non-standard uses of the product nor
where instructions or recommendations are not followed.
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