Corteva - Tordon Ready-To-Use Herbicide - 1 QT

Product Label SDS

Tordon® Ready-To-Use Herbicide (RTU) by Corteva is a systemic brush and stump killer designed to control over 20 woody species with precision and long-lasting results. With no mixing required and a convenient blue dye for application tracking, Tordon RTU is an ideal solution for managing invasive or unwanted vegetation in non-crop areas, including roadsides, rights-of-way, railways, and forestry settings. It is absorbed through bark, leaves, and stems and translocated into the root system, preventing resprouts and eliminating cut stumps permanently. This product is engineered for both in-season and off-season use and delivers reliable performance in all weather conditions, thanks to its no-freeze formulation.

Key Features:

• Controls more than 20 species of unwanted trees and woody plants
• Translocates into roots to prevent regrowth of treated stumps
• Ready-to-use formulation—no mixing or dilution required
• Blue dye ensures visibility of treated stumps and application areas
• No-freeze formulation ensures usability in cold conditions

Active Ingredient:

• Picloram (as triisopropanolamine salt): 5.4%

Also contains 20.9% 2,4-D (as triisopropanolamine salt)
See label for complete ingredient breakdown.

Controls:

Effectively kills and prevents resprouting of:

• Maple, Oak, Elm, Birch, Aspen, Dogwood, Ash, Fir, Cedar
• Tree-of-Heaven, Hickory, Cherry, Sweetgum, and many others
• Annual and perennial broadleaf weeds

See label for complete list of susceptible species.

Application:

Tordon RTU is applied directly to the surface of freshly cut stumps or as a frill/girdle treatment. Apply undiluted product using a sprayer or brush within a few minutes of cutting for maximum efficacy. Tree injection treatments should be made at 2–3 inch intervals around the trunk using 1 mL of product per injection site. The product is suitable for application in any season, although maples should not be treated during spring sap flow.

Use Sites:

• Utility Rights-of-Way
• Roadsides, Fence Rows, Railroads
• Commercial Forest Management
• Wildlife Habitat Restoration

Use Rates:

• Tree Injection: 1 mL per injection every 2–3 inches around the trunk
• Frill/Girdle Treatment: Wet the cut with undiluted Tordon RTU
• Stump Treatment: Saturate cut surface, focusing on the cambium ring

See label for full rate guidelines by tree type and method.

Precautions:

• Do not apply near desirable trees or root zones—Tordon is root-active
• Do not apply to water or in areas where runoff to water is likely
• REI (Re-entry Interval): 48 hours (WPS Agricultural Use)
• Wear long-sleeved shirt, pants, gloves, and protective eyewear during use

See label and SDS for complete safety guidelines and handling precautions.

Storage & Disposal:

Store in original container, tightly closed, in a well-ventilated, dry area. Do not store near food, feed, or water. Triple rinse empty containers before disposal. Follow local, state, and federal guidelines for disposal.

Technical Specifications:

• Formulation Type: Ready-to-use liquid
• Active Ingredient: Picloram (5.4%) + 2,4-D (20.9%)
• Mode of Action: Systemic herbicide
• HRAC Code: O
• WSSA Code: 4
• Color: Blue to green (with marker dye)
• Odor: Alcohol-like
• Flash Point: 106°F (Closed Cup)
• Application Rate: Undiluted, per label instructions
• Packaging: 1 Quart bottle; Manufacturer Pack Size = 12