ProForce Padre 270 Plant Growth Regulator

Tips For Use

Restraints

• Do not apply unless wind speed sits between 3 and 20 kilometres per hour at the application site during application.
• Do not apply if hazardous surface temperature inversion conditions exist at the application site. These conditions typically develop one to two hours before sunset and persist until one to two hours after sunrise.
• Do not apply by boom sprayer unless spray droplets meet a medium spray droplet size category or larger, and the mandatory downwind buffer zones below are observed.

Mandatory Downwind Buffer Zones for Boom Sprayers

Do not allow bystanders to come into contact with the spray cloud. Do not apply in a manner that could cause an unacceptable impact on native vegetation, agricultural crops, landscaped gardens or aquaculture production, or contaminate plant or livestock commodities outside the application site through spray drift.

Mixing Instructions

• Add the required quantity of Padre 270 to water in the spray tank and mix thoroughly.

Compatibility

• A commercial non-ionic surfactant improves spray coverage and translocation.
• Where broadleaf weeds are also present, tank mix Padre 270 with a suitable broadleaf weed herbicide.

Re-Entry

• Do not enter treated areas until the spray has dried, unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves.
• Launder clothing after each day’s use.

Protection of Livestock, Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans and Environment

• Do not contaminate dams, streams, rivers or watercourses with the product or used containers.
• Do not graze treated grass or feed clippings to livestock.

Storage and Disposal

• Store Padre 270 in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight.
• Triple rinse containers before disposal and add the rinsings to the spray tank.
• Do not dispose of undiluted chemical on site.
• If recycling, replace the cap and return clean containers to a recycler or designated collection point.
• If not recycling, break, crush or puncture the container and deliver it to an approved waste management facility, or bury it 500 mm below the surface in a properly marked disposal pit clear of waterways, vegetation and tree roots, in line with local, state or territory regulations.
• Do not burn empty containers or product.

Safety Directions

• Padre 270 may irritate the skin and will irritate the eyes.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin. When opening the container and preparing the spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves, and a face shield or goggles.
• When applying the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing).
• If the product contacts the eyes, wash it out immediately with water.
• Wash hands after use, and wash gloves, face shield or goggles and contaminated clothing after each day’s use.

First Aid

• First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre (phone Australia 13 11 26, New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor.
• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

This information and product advice are not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.