4-14-4 - Labeling requirement for pesticides specified.
4-14-4. Labeling requirement for pesticides specified.
(1) Each container of pesticide distributed in this state shall bear a label setting forth:
(a) the name, brand, or trademark under which it is distributed;
(b) an accurate statement of the ingredients on that part of the immediate container (andon the outside container and wrapper of the retail package, if there be one, through which theingredient statement on the immediate container cannot be clearly read) which is presented ordisplayed under customary conditions of purchase; provided, that the ingredient statement mayappear prominently on another part of the container as permitted pursuant to Section 2(q)(2)(A) ofFIFRA if the size or form of the container makes it impracticable to place it on the part of theretail package which is presented or displayed under customary conditions of purchase;
(c) a warning or caution statement if necessary, which, if complied with together with anyrequirements imposed under Section 3(d) of FIFRA, is adequate to protect the health andenvironment;
(d) the net weight or measure of the content;
(e) the name and address of the manufacturer, registrant, or person for whommanufactured;
(f) the EPA registration number assigned to each establishment in which it was producedand the EPA registration number assigned to the pesticide, if required by regulations underFIFRA;
(g) the federal use classification under which the pesticide is registered or designated for"experimental use only"; and
(h) directions for use of the pesticide sufficient to effectuate the purposes for which theproduct is intended and which, if complied with together with any requirements imposed underSection 3(d) of FIFRA, are adequate to protect health and the environment.
(2) If the pesticide is highly toxic the label shall, in addition to the other labelrequirements, display:
(a) the skull and crossbones;
(b) the word "POISON" in red prominently displayed on a background of distinctlycontrasting color; and
(c) a statement of a practical treatment (first aid or otherwise) in case of poisoning by thepesticide.
Amended by Chapter 3, 1981 General Session