Chemicalscarovailethephon-2sl

Ethephon 2SL

CaroVail · EPA Reg 66222-151 · Plant Growth Regulator Document last checked 2026-05-30

According to the label From the product label

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Ethephon 2SL is a plant growth regulator used to promote earlier ripening and maturation of various crops, including apples, berries, cantaloupes, cherries, grapes, peppers, pineapple, sugarcane, tobacco, tomatoes, and walnuts. It is also used for lodging reduction in wheat and barley. The active ingredient is Ethephon at 21.7% by weight. This product is for commercial or agricultural use only and is not for residential use. When applying, ensure thorough spray coverage of foliage and fruit. Users must be cautious of spray drift, especially during temperature inversions or high winds, as it can affect non-target crops or sensitive areas. This product is corrosive and can cause irreversible eye damage; always wear protective eyewear and avoid contact with skin or clothing. It is also harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Always follow Worker Protection Standard (WPS) requirements and use appropriate personal protective equipment, including chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and protective footwear.

Pests covered (1)
Armyworms, Caterpillars, Loopers
Areas treatable (1)
Apples, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cantaloupes, Cherries, Grapes, Peppers, Pineapple, Sugarcane, Tobacco, Tomatoes, Walnuts, Wheat, Barley

Application instructions from the label 1

Apples, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cantaloupes, Cherries, Grapes, Peppers, Pineapple, Sugarcane, Tobacco, Tomatoes, Walnuts, Wheat, Barley

Promotes earlier ripening/maturation; reduces lodging in wheat/barley.

Location
Outdoor

Mixing instructions 1

Label notes
Do not mix with ammonium thiosulfate as it may form toxic fumes.

Worker safety

Re-entry interval (REI) 48
PPE required Coveralls over long-sleeved shirts and long pants; chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, butyl, neoprene, or barrier laminate); chemical-resistant footwear plus socks; protective eyewear; chemical-resistant headgear for overhead exposure; chemical-resistant apron for mixing/loading/cleaning.

Timing & weather

Use restrictions 1

Label SDS
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