On 20 Jul 2003 21:49:02 GMT, Daniel Hanna
wrote:

In Tim Tompkins wrote:
"Triforine is a "restricted use" pesticide (RUP) with an EPA toxicity
classification of I (highly toxic). Check with specific state
regulations for local restrictions which may apply. Products
containing triforine must bear the Signal Word "Danger" on their label.
"

So much for labels. Read the text, Tim! Has it killed anyone? Caused
cancer, perhaps? Maybe some birth defects or mutations? No? Perhaps
some soil persistence issues, then? Or maybe it accumulates in the
human body over time, then? No?

Triforine doesn't even kill aphids, Tim.

Now read http://www.roseshawaii.org/msds/orthenex.htm and see what it
says. Bingo, the dangerous part of this combination product is acephate.
It can poison a foetus and cause organ toxicity like other anti-
cholinesterase (organophosphate) chemicals. Even then it's pretty minor
league, compared to others in common garden use. Try looking up
dimethoate or diazinon for a real scare.


I avoid reading labels by suiting up and wearing gloves, goggles, and
a respirator every time I spray anything. No kidding. I have more
interesting things to attend to than labels and am not taking any
chances with my lungs or eyes etc. That said, they will get me to stop
Orthenex when they pry it from my arthritic but perfectly manicured
hands! G