RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE
DUE TO TOXICITY TO FISH AND AQUATIC ORGANISMS
FOR RETAIL SALE TO AND USE ONLY BY CERTIFIED APPLICATORS, OR PERSONS UNDER THEIR DIRECT SUPERVISION,
AND ONLY FOR THOSE USES COVERED BY THE CERTIFIED APPLICATOR'S CERTIFICATION.
For Use to Control Insects on Field Corn, Popcorn, Seed Corn and Sweet Corn Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking,
chewing gum, or using tobacco. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Active Ingredient:
Skin exposure may result in a transient sensation described as a tingling, itching, burning or
Tefluthrin: (2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-methylphenyl)methyl-
prickly feeling. Onset may occur immediately to 4 hours after exposure and may last 2-
(1伪,3伪)-(Z)-(卤)-3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoro- 30 hours without apparent skin damage. Wash exposed areas once with soap and water.
1-propenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate. . . . . . . . . . 3.0% Relief from the skin sensation may be obtained by applying an oil-based cream.
Other Ingredients:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97.0%
Total:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100.0% Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Contains 3 lbs. active ingredient per 100 lbs. of granular insecticide. Some of the materials that are chemical-resistant to this product are listed
below. If you want more options, follow the instructions for category A on an
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN EPA chemical-resistance category selection chart.
CAUTION Applicators and other handlers must wear:
鈥? Long-sleeved shirt and long pants
鈥? Chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material such as
FIRST AID polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride
Contains a Pyrethroid Insecticide (Tefluthrin) 鈥? Shoes plus socks
Follow manufacturer鈥檚 instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE. If no such
If in eyes 鈥? Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently
instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE
with water for 15-20 minutes. separately from other laundry.
鈥? Remove contact lenses, if present, after
When handlers use closed systems, enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that
the first 5 minutes, then continue
meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for
rinsing eye.
agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240(d)(4-6)], the handler PPE requirements
鈥? Call a poison control center or doctor for may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.
treatment advice.
Engineering Controls
If on skin 鈥? Take off contaminated clothing.
or clothing 鈥? Rinse skin immediately with plenty of This product is formulated into a "SMARTBOX" system that meets the definition
water for 15-20 minutes. of a closed loading system as defined by the Worker Protection Standard for
鈥? Call a poison control center or doctor for Agricultural Pesticides.
treatment advice.
Important: When reduced PPE is worn because a closed system is being used,
If inhaled 鈥? Move person to fresh air. handlers must be provided with all PPE specified above for "Applicators and
other handlers" and have such PPE immediately available for use in an
鈥? If person is not breathing, call 911 or an
emergency, such as a spill or equipment breakdown.
ambulance, then give artificial
respiration, preferably by mouth-to-mouth,
User Safety Recommendations
if possible. Users should:
鈥? Call a poison control center or doctor for 鈥? Remove PPE immediately after handling this product.
treatment advice. 鈥? Wash the outside of gloves before removing.
鈥? As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
If swallowed 鈥? Call a poison control center or doctor
immediately for treatment advice. Environmental Hazards
鈥? Have person sip a glass of water if able to
This pesticide is very highly toxic to freshwater and estuarine fish and
swallow.
invertebrates. Drift and runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in
鈥? Do not induce vomiting unless told to do neighboring areas. Do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface
so by the poison control center or doctor. water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not
鈥? Do not give anything by mouth to an contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwater.
unconscious person.
Endangered Species Restrictions
Have the product container or label with you when calling a
poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment. This product may pose a hazard to endangered aquatic species. Follow all use
directions.
HOT LINE NUMBER
For 24 Hour Medical Emergency Assistance (Human or Animal) Call 1-323-264-3910.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Chemical Emergency Assistance (Spill, Leak, Fire, or Accident) Call 1-800-424-9300.
RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with
Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals its labeling.
CAUTION: Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if absorbed through skin, inhaled
Force 3G SMARTBOX should be used only in accordance with recommendations
or swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Avoid breathing dust.
on this label.
EPA Reg. No. 100-1075-5481 EPA Est. No. 5481-AL-1
Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other persons,
Distributed by: either directly or through drift. Only protected handlers may be in the area
during application. For any requirements specific to your State or Tribe, consult
the agency responsible for pesticide regulation.
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CALIBRATION TABLE
AGRICULTURAL USE REQUIREMENTS
Use this product only in accordance with its labeling and with the Worker
Protection Standard, 40 CFR part 170. This Standard contains requirements for Amount of
Force 3G
the protection of agricultural workers on farms, forests, nurseries, and
SMARTBOX/ Pounds of Force 3G SMARTBOX Required Per Acre for Various Row Spacings
greenhouses, and handlers of agricultural pesticides. It contains requirements
1,000 ft. of
for training, decontamination, notification, and emergency assistance. It also row
contains specific instructions and exceptions pertaining to the statements on
40鈥? 38鈥? 36鈥? 34鈥? 32鈥? 30鈥? Row Spacing
this label about personal protective equipment (PPE), notification to workers,
and restricted-entry interval. The requirements in this box only apply to uses of 13,068 13,756 14,520 15,374 16,335 17,424 Linear Ft./A
this product that are covered by the Worker Protection Standard. 3 oz. 2.5 2.6 2.8 2.9 3.1 3.3
4 oz. 3.3 3.4 3.6 3.8 4.1 4.4
The REI for this product is zero hours.
5 oz. 4.1 4.3 4.5 4.8 5.1 5.5
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND
PRECAUTIONS ON THIS LABEL MAY RESULT IN CROP INJURY,
POOR INSECT CONTROL, AND/OR ILLEGAL RESIDUES. Force 3G SMARTBOX Rate Recommendations
SMARTBOX Information
Rate:
Time of Application Insects Controlled Application
(oz./1,000 ft.
Please refer to the SMARTBOX manual for information on system operation
of row)
and calibration.
At Planting
鈥? Do not attempt to open or tamper with the container. Western Corn Rootworm Banded: Place granules in
4-5 Banded, T-banded
or In-Furrow
Northern Corn Rootworm a 7-inch band directly
鈥? Do not attempt to repair the SMARTBOX application system. If repairs are
Southern Corn Rootworm behind planter shoe in front
necessary, contact your Sales Representative or the manufacturer of the
Mexican Corn Rootworm of or behind the press
application system. Cutworm wheel.
Seed Corn Maggot
Seed Corn Beetle In-Furrow: Place granules
Lesser Cornstalk Borer directly in the seed furrow
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS White Grub1,2 behind the planter shoe.
Wireworm1,2
Runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in adjacent
Chinch Bug3 4-5 Banded, T-banded
aquatic sites. Do not apply this product within 20 yards of water (lakes,
Billbug3
reservoirs, rivers, permanent streams, marshes, estuaries, natural ponds, or
Red Imported Fire Ant4
ponds used for commercial fishing).
3-4 Banded or
Cutworm
T-banded Only
Cover or incorporate spills (including end row spillage).
First year corn only
Rotational crops may be planted no sooner than 30 days after application. Apply Force 3G SMART-
Mexican Corn Rootworm 4-5
At cultivation
BOX by placing the
Northern Corn Rootworm
within 30 days
granules at the base of the
Southern Corn Rootworm
of seedling
plant on both sides of the
Western Corn Rootworm
emergence.
DIRECTIONS FOR APPLICATION row (split boot). Cover the
treated bands with 2-3
inches of soil by making the
At-Planting Band Treatment
application ahead of
cultivation equipment.
Apply Force 3G SMARTBOX insecticide at planting time. Place the granules in
Apply Force 3G SMART-
a 7-inch wide band over the row behind the planter shoe, and in front of or BOX when activity of
behind the press wheel. rootworm larvae is first
observed. Make this
GRANULES MUST BE INCORPORATED INTO THE TOP ONE INCH OF SOIL application within 30 days
USING TINES, CHAINS OR OTHER SUITABLE EQUIPMENT. of seedling emergence. Do
Not apply this product
DO NOT apply this product as either a band or T-band treatment, unless you unless you can incorporate
the granules as directed
can incorporate the granules as directed above. This will improve insect control
above. DO NOT FOLLOW
and reduce the potential for adverse effects to aquatic organisms.
A FORCE 3G SMARTBOX
AT-PLANTING APPLICATION
Highly Erodible Land (HEL)
WITH A LAY-BY APPLICATION.
USE FORCE 3G SMART-
When used on erodible soils, best management practices for minimizing runoff
BOX ONLY ONCE PER
should be employed. On highly erodible land draining to water bodies, AMVAC CROP.
recommends consultation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service
(NRCS) and/or other agricultural agencies to ensure that effective efforts are 1
Use 5 oz./1,000 ft. of row for heavy infestations
made to minimize soil erosion as well as runoff of herbicides and insecticides. 2
For best wireworm and/or white grub control, apply the granules as an in-furrow treatment
In particular, where highly erodible land (HEL) is adjacent to aquatic bodies, the 3
Suppression only
20-yard buffer/setback area should be left in grass or other natural vegetation. 4
Suppression only for 28 days
For NO-TILL corn where runoff drains into adjacent or neighboring aquatic sites
(ponds, streams, lakes), apply Force 3G SMARTBOX as an in-furrow treatment STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
only. See in-furrow directions below.
Prohibitions: Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
At-Planting In-Furrow Treatment
Storage: Do not store or use in or around the home. Store in original containers only.
In case of spill on floor or paved surfaces, sweep up and remove to chemical waste
Apply Force 3G SMARTBOX at planting time as an in-furrow treatment for
area.
control of corn rootworms, wireworms, and seed corn maggots. In-furrow
applications may be made by (1) directing the granules into the planter shoe Pesticide Disposal: Waste resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of
with the seed, or (2) placing the applicator tube directly behind the planter shoe on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
so that the granules drop into the seed furrow.
Container Return:
鈥? Do not discard the SMARTBOX container. All SMARTBOX containers must be
returned per the instructions provided.
鈥? Do not attempt to open or tamper with the container.
鈥? Once empty, containers are not intended for re-use.
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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, presence of other materials or other influencing factors in the use of
the product, which are beyond the control of AMVAC Chemical Corporation or
Seller. All such risks shall be assumed by Buyer and User, and Buyer and User
agree to hold AMVAC and Seller harmless for any claims relating to such factors.
AMVAC warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the
label and is reasonably fit for the purposes stated in the Directions for Use,
subject to the inherent risks referred to above, when used in accordance with
directions under normal use conditions. This warranty does not extend to the
use of the product contrary to label instructions, or under abnormal conditions
or under conditions not reasonably foreseeable to or beyond the control of Seller
or AMVAC, and Buyer and User assume the risk of any such use.
AMVAC MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE.
IT IS AMVAC'S AND SELLER'S INTENTION THAT in no event shall Amvac 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 AMVAC 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 AMVAC OR SELLER, THE REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
AMVAC and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, subject to
the foregoing Conditions of Sale and Limitation of Warranty and of Liability,
which may not be modified except by written agreement signed by a duly
authorized representative of AMVAC.
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Force is a registered trademark of Syngenta Group Company.
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SMARTBOX is a registered trademark of AMVAC Chemical Corporation.
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Los Angeles, CA 90023, USA
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