Platinum 75 SG

To ensure optimal performance of Platinum 75 SG, what factor is described as critical due to the product's movement through plant roots?

• Applying during high wind conditions
• Using sufficient water volume ✓
• Applying in intertidal areas
• Applying during peak sunlight hours

Answer: The label states: 'The product is rapidly taken up by plant roots and moves through the plant, so using sufficient water volume is critical for optimal performance.'

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Which of the following is a restriction for Platinum 75 SG in New York State?

• It cannot be used in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
• Soil application is prohibited on the Small Fruit Vine Climbing Subgroup 13-7(F).
• It cannot be used on any vines.
• Both A and B are correct. ✓

Answer: The label states: 'Sale, use and distribution is prohibited in Nassau and Suffolk counties in the state of New York.' and 'In New York State, soil application is prohibited on the Small Fruit Vine Climbing Subgroup 13-7(F).'

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What is the specified Re-entry Interval (REI) for Platinum 75 SG?

• 24 hours
• 12 hours ✓
• 48 hours

Answer: The label states: 'REI: 12'

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According to the label, what is the required PPE for applicators handling Platinum 75 SG?

• Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, waterproof chemical-resistant gloves (Category A), and shoes plus socks ✓
• Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, chemical-resistant gloves, and boots
• Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, chemical-resistant gloves, and waterproof shoes
• Chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and boots

Answer: The label states: 'When handling, applicators must wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, chemical-resistant gloves made of waterproof material (Category A, e.g., natural rubber ≥ 14 mils), and shoes plus socks.'

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Under what weather condition should an applicator avoid applying this product to prevent runoff?

• When temperatures are expected to exceed 90 degrees
• When high winds are forecast
• When rainfall is forecast to occur within 48 hours ✓
• When humidity levels are extremely low

Answer: The label states: 'Avoid applications when rainfall is forecast to occur within 48 hours to prevent runoff.'

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In New York State, what is the restriction regarding the total amount of thiamethoxam allowed per acre per growing season?

• A maximum of 0.5 lb ai per acre
• A maximum of 0.188 lb ai per acre ✓
• A maximum of 1.0 lb ai per acre
• A maximum of 0.188 lb ai total per season

Answer: The label states: 'In New York State, do not exceed a total of 0.188 lb ai of thiamethoxam containing products per acre per growing season.'

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Which of the following is a restriction for using Platinum 75 SG regarding specific plant environments?

• It cannot be used on any plants grown for use as transplants except tobacco. ✓
• It cannot be used in any greenhouse or nursery setting.
• It cannot be used on any outdoor crops.
• It cannot be used on any plants grown in soil.

Answer: The label states: 'Do not use in nurseries, plant propagation houses, greenhouses, or on any plants grown for use as transplants except tobacco.'

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How does Platinum 75 SG control the target pests?

• Through contact with the leaf surface
• Through ingestion when applied to listed crops ✓
• Through inhalation of vapors
• Through direct contact with the plant roots only

Answer: The label states: 'It is designed for the control of certain sucking and chewing insects through ingestion when applied to listed crops.'

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