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(CheckMate baw Technical Pheromone) (PC Code 117203)

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9,12-TETRADECADIEN-l-OL, ACETATE (Z,E)-
(CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone)
No MRID number
Prepared for
Biopesticides and Pollution Prevention Division
Office of Pesticide Programs
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1801 Bell Street
Arlington, VA 22202
Prepared by
Toxicology and Hazard Assessment Group
Life Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Task Order No. 05-43
Primary Reviewer:
Eric B. Lewis. M.S.
Secondary Reviewers:
Sylvia Milanez. Ph.D.. D.A.B.T.
Robert H. Ross. M.S.. Group Leader
Quality Assurance:
Lee Ann Wilson, M.A.
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BIOPESTICIDE REGISTRATION ACTION DOCUMENT
9,12-TETRADECADIEN-l-OL, ACETATE, (Z,E)-
(CHECKMATE BAW TECHNICAL PHEROMONE)
(PC Code 117203)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Pesticide Programs
Biopesticides and Pollution Prevention Division
9,12-Tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate, (Z,E)-
(PC Code 117203)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF TABLES	5
A.	IDENTITY	6
B.	USE/USAGE	6
C.	RISK ASSESSMENT	6
D.	DATA GAPS / LABELING RESTRICTIONS	7
II.	OVERVIEW	7
A.	ACTIVE INGREDIENT OVERVIEW	7
B.	USE PROFILE	7
C.	ESTIMATED USAGE	8
I). DATA REQUIREMENTS	8
E.	REGULATORY HISTORY	8
F.	CLASSIFICATION	8
G.	FOOD CLEARANCES/TOLERANCES	8
III.	SCIENCE ASSESSMENT	9
A.	PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ASSESSMENT	9
1.	Product Identity and Mode of Action	9
2.	Food Clearances/Tolerances	9
3.	Physical and Chemical Properties Assessment	9
B.	HUMAN HEALTH ASSESSMENT	11
1.	Toxicology Assessment	11
2.	Dose Response Assessment	12
3.	Dietary Exposure and Risk Characterization	12
4.	Occupational and Residential Exposure	13
5.	Drinking Water Exposure and Risk Characterization	13
6.	Acute and Dietary Risks for Sensitive Subpopulations, Particularly Infants and
Children	13
7 Aggregate Exposure from Multiple Routes Including Dermal, Oral and
Inhalation	14
8.	Cumulative Effects	14
9.	Effects on the Immune and Endocrine Systems	14
C.	ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT	15
1.	Ecological Effects Hazard Assessment	15
2.	Environmental Fate and Ground Water Data	15
3.	Ecological Exposure and Risk Characterization	16
D.	EFFICACY DATA	16

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Cont.
IV.	RISK MANAGEMENT DECISION	16
A.	DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY	16
B.	REGULATORY POSITION	17
1.	Unconditional Registration	17
2.	Tolerance Reassessment	17
3.	Codex Harmonization	17
4.	Nonfood Re/Registrations	17
5.	Risk Mitigation	17
6.	Endangered Species Statement	17
C.	LABELING RATIONALE	17
1.	Human Health Hazard	18
2.	Environmental Hazards Labeling	18
3.	Application Rate	18
D.	LABELING	19
V.	ACTIONS REQUIRED BY REGISTRANTS	19
VI.	APPENDIX A	19

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Product chemistry data requirements	9
Table 2. Mammalian toxicity data requirements	12
Table 3. Non-Target Toxicity Requirements 	15
Table 4. Manufacturing Use Only. Regi strati on/Reregi strati on	19

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I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A.	IDENTITY
The new active ingredient 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- is a technical grade synthetic
straight-chained lepidopteran pheromone. The technical grade active ingredient
(TGAI)/manufacturing use product (MP) CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone contains
87.66% by weight 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-. The product chemistry data submitted
by the registrant satisfies the requirements for product.
B.	USE/USAGE
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is a manufacturing use product. The TGAI/MP will be
incorporated into end use pesticide products intended to disrupt the mating cycle of the beet
armyworm moth (Spodoptera exigua).
C.	RISK ASSESSMENT
This pheromone product is a manufacturing use product, and does not require a food
clearance/tolerance. Straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones are exempt from the requirement
of a tolerance in or on all raw agricultural commodities when applied to growing crops at a rate
not to exceed 150 grams of active ingredient/acre/year in accordance with good agricultural
practices (40 CFR 180.1153).
Toxicology and environmental data requirements for this pheromone product were waived per the
Agency publication OECD - Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other
Semiochemicals Used for Pest Control
(http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm). This document reports that no
risks to human health are expected from the use of lepidopteran pheromones based on the low
toxicity in animal testing and the expected low exposure to humans. Furthermore, adverse effects
on nontarget organisms are not expected because these pheromones are released in very small
quantities in the environment and act on a select group of insects. Appropriate precautionary
labeling of end use products will further minimize potential exposure and mitigate risk to
nontarget organisms.
The Agency has considered CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone in light of relevant safety
factors in the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996 and under the Federal Insecticide,
Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and determined there will be no unreasonable adverse
effects from the use of this product. The Agency is basing its risk management decision regarding
the registration of CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone on the known low toxicity of
lepidopteran pheromones, the limited exposure to humans, and the precautionary labeling that
minimizes exposure and mitigates risk to nontarget organisms. The Agency believes that end use
products containing 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- can be used without causing
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D. DATA GAPS / LABELING RESTRICTIONS
There are no data gaps except for storage stability and corrosion characteristics. As a condition
of registration these data will be provided within 18 months of the date of registration of the
product Checkmate BAW Technical Pheromone (EPA Reg. No.56336-47).
II. OVERVIEW
A.	ACTIVE INGREDIENT OVERVIEW
Common Name:	9,12-Tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-
Chemical Name:	9,12-Tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-
Chemical Formula:	^16^2802
Chemical Family:	Insect attractant, repellent and chemosterilant
Trade and Other Names:	CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone
CAS Registry Number:	31654-77-0
OPP Chemical Code:	117203
Basic Manufacturer:	Suterra LLC
213 SW Columbia St.
Bend, OR 97702
B.	USE PROFILE
The following is information on the proposed uses with an overview of use sites and application
methods.
Type of Pesticide: Synthetic semiochemical insect attractant (mating disrupter)
Use Sites: For manufacturing use only. This product is for formulation into end use products
to be used to control the beet armyworm moth.
Target Pests: Beet armyworm moth (Spodoptera exigua)
Formulation Types: Liquid
Method and Rates of Application'. For manufacturing use only. The TGAI/MP will be used
for incorporation into end use products intended for the control of beet armyworm moth.
Use Practice Limitations: "For manufacturing use only."
"Not to be used directly on treatment of pests."
"End-use mating disruption products formulated from this product must be registered by the
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C.	ESTIMATED USAGE
The compound 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-, acts as a mating disruptor for Indian Meal
Moth as well as Beet Armyworm. Indian Meal moth pheromone has been sold for may years as
an exempt product under 40 CFR 152.25 (b). The Agency does not have use data for exempt
uses. This straight chain lepidopteran pheromone has not previously sold as an exempt product
to control Beet Armyworm as far as the Agency knows.
D.	DATA REQUIREMENTS
The Agency has supported the registrant's request for waivers from the requirements of
studies/data for acute mammalian toxicity and for non-target organism testing. These data were
waived based on the following criteria from the Agency publication entitled OECD - Guidance
for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other Semiochemicals Used for Pest Control
(http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm): 1) low toxicity in animal
testing, 2) expected low exposure to humans, 3) no expected risk to human health, 4) no reported
adverse effects during more than 10 years of use as pesticides, and 5) no expected adverse effects
to nontarget organisms. Please note that the formulation of the subject manufacturing use
product into food use end use products will require all Tier I toxicity and Tier I nontarget
organism data requirements to be addressed for each end use product.
Product analysis data requirements for the TGAI/MP were adequately satisfied except for
storage stability and corrosion characteristics. As a condition of registration these data will be
provided within 18 months of the date of registration of the product Checkmate BAW Technical
Pheromone (EPA Reg. No.56336-47).
The data requirements for granting this registration under Section 3(c)(7)(A) of FIFRA have
been reviewed by the Biopesticides and Pollution Prevention Division (BPPD). Based on the
submitted information, the Agency foresees no unreasonable adverse effects to human health and
the environment from the use of CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone as long as it is used as
labeled.
E.	REGULATORY HISTORY
On September 20, 2005, the Agency received an application from Suterra LLC, to register
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone, containing 87.66% by weight 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol,
acetate (Z,E)-. A notice of receipt of the application for registration of CheckMate BAW
Technical Pheromone as a new active ingredient for manufacturing end use products for control
of the beet armyworm moth was published in the Federal Register on December 15, 2005.
F.	CLASSIFICATION
9,12-Tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- is a synthetic straight-chained lepidopteran pheromone
and is classified as a biochemical pesticide.
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This is a manufacturing use product, and does not require a food clearance/tolerance. Any other
uses will require a tolerance. Straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones are exempt from the
requirement of a tolerance in or on all raw agricultural commodities when applied to growing
crops at a rate not to exceed 150 grams of active ingredient/acre/year in accordance with good
agricultural practices (40 CFR 180.1153).
III. SCIENCE ASSESSMENT
A. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ASSESSMENT
All product chemistry data requirements for 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- are satisfied
except for storage stability and corrosion characteristics. As a condition of registration these data
will be provided within 18 months of the date of registration of the product Checkmate BAW
Technical Pheromone (EPA Reg. No.56336-47).
1.	Product Identity and Mode of Action
a.	Product Identity: The new active ingredient, 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-,
represents 87.66% by weight of the manufacturing use product CheckMate BAW
Technical Pheromone, which is a colorless or light yellow transparent liquid with a
mild, fatty-fruity odor.
b.	Mode of Action: CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is a synthetic lepidopteran
pheromone for manufacturing use only. It is to be formulated into end use products to
monitor or disrupt mating of the beet armyworm moth by a non-toxic mode of action.
When the end use products release pheromone into the air where males are looking for
females, the males become confused and cannot easily locate the females.
2.	Food Clearances/Tolerances
This is a manufacturing use product, which does not require a tolerance. However, any other
uses will require a tolerance. Straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones are exempt from the
requirement of a tolerance in or on all raw agricultural commodities when applied to growing
crops at a rate not to exceed 150 grams of active ingredient/acre/year in accordance with good
agricultural practices (40 CFR 180.1153).
3.	Physical and Chemical Properties Assessment
The physical and chemical characteristics of CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone were
submitted to support its registration. These are summarized in Table 1.
Table 1. Product chemistry data requirements
Guideline No.
Study
Results
MRID No.
151-10
(OPPTS 880.1100)
Product identity
The submitted data satisfy the requirements
for product identity.
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Table 1. Product chemistry data requirements
Guideline No.
Study
Results
MRID No.
151-11
(OPPTS 880.1200)
Manufacturing process
The submitted data satisfy the requirements
for the manufacturing process.
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151-12
(OPPTS 880.1400)
Discussion of formation
of unintentional
ingredients
The submitted data satisfy the requirements
for the discussion of the formation of
unintentional ingredients.
46649201
151-13
(OPPTS 830.1700)
Analysis of samples
The submitted data satisfy the requirements
for the analysis of samples.
46649202
151-15
(OPPTS 830.1750)
Certification of limits
The submitted data satisfy the requirements
for the certification of limits.
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151-16
(OPPTS 830.1800)
Analytical method
An acceptable analytical method was
submitted.
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Physical/chemical Properties for the TGAI/MP
63-2
(OPPTS 830.6302)
Color
Colorless or light yellow, transparent
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63-3
(OPPTS 830.6303)
Physical State
Liquid
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63-4
(OPPTS 830.6304)
Odor
Mild, fatty-fruity
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63-5
(OPPTS 830.7200)
Melting point
Not applicable, product is a liquid
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63-6
(OPPTS 830.7220)
Boiling point
133-135EC
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63-7
(OPPTS 830.7300)
Density
Specific gravity = 0.891
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disrupt mating of the beet armyworm moth. The registrant requested waivers for all Tier I
nammalian toxicity studies^OteitieBHiBclfM^tthitetJgbqiiSfn®®^ Cont.
63-8
(OPPTS 830.7840)
Solubility
0.090 mg/L in water
Soluble in n-hexane, cyclohexane, benzene,
toluene, methylene chloride, chloroform,
ethanol, ethyl ether, acetonitrile, THF,
acetone, DMF.
Insoluble in DMSO and ethylene glycol.
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63-9
(OPPTS 830.7950)
Vapor Pressure21
2.1 xlO"3 Pa @ 25°C
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63-10
(OPPTS 830.7370)
Dissociation Constant
Not required for MP
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63-11
(OPPTS 830.7550)
Octanol/water partition
coefficient
Not required for MP, but submitted as Log
Pow>5
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63-12
(OPPTS 830.7000)
PH
-4.6 @ 1000 g/L water
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63-13
(OPPTS 830.6313)
Stability
Not required for MP

63-14
(OPPTS 830.6314)
Oxidation/reduction
Contains no oxidizing/reducing agents
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63-15
(OPPTS 830.6315)
Flammability
Flash point = 134°C
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63-16
(OPPTS 830.6316)
Explodability
Product is not explosive
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63-17
(OPPTS 830.6317)
Storage stability13
This data is required as a condition of
registration and must be submitted within 18
month of the registration date.
46649203
63-18
(OPPTS 830.7100)
Viscosity
4.3 cS @ 25°C
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63-19
(OPPTS 830.6319)
Miscibility
Not applicable, product is not an
emulsifiable liquid
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63-20
(OPPTS 830.6320)
Corrosion
characteristics'3
This data is required as a condition of
registration and must be submitted within 18
month of the registration date.
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63-21
(OPPTS 830.6321)
Dielectric breakdown
voltage
Not applicable, not for use in/around
electrical equipment
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OPPTS 830.7050
UV/Visible absorption
Not required

As a condition of registration the registrant must provide the storage stability and corrosion characteristics data within 18
months of the date of registration of Checkmate BAW Technical Pheromone (56636-47).
B. HUMAN HEALTH ASSESSMENT
1. Toxicology Assessment
The active ingredient, 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-, is a synthetic lepidopteran
pheromone. It is the TGAI in the manufacturing use product CheckMate BAW Technical
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The Agency has previously reviewed the mammalian toxicity data and other information
submitted for the registrant's substantially similar products and found it to be adequate for their
registration. It is the Agency's position that based on low toxicity in animal testing, and expected
low exposure to humans, no risk to human health is expected from the use of lepidopteran
pheromones, and consumption of food containing residues of these pheromones presents no risk
(OECD - Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other Semiochemicals
Used for Pest Control (http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm)). The
Agency therefore granted the request for waivers for all Tier I mammalian toxicity studies (Table
2).
TABLE 2. Mammalian toxicity data requirements
Guideline No.
Study
Results
MRID No.
152-10
(OPPTS 870.1100)
Acute oral toxicity
Waiver accepted
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152-11
(OPPTS 870.1200)
Acute dermal toxicity
Waiver accepted
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152-12
(OPPTS 870.1300)
Acute inhalation toxicity
Waiver accepted
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152-13
(OPPTS 870.2400)
Primary eye irritation
Waiver accepted
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152-14
(OPPTS 870.2500)
Primary dermal irritation
Waiver accepted
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152-15
(OPPTS 870.2600)
Hypersensitivity
Waiver accepted
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152-16
(885.3400)
Hypersensitivity
incidents
Incidents must be reported.
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152-17
(OPPTS 870.5100-5395)
Studies to determine
genotoxicity
Waiver accepted
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152-20
(OPPTS 870.3100)
90-Day feeding
Waiver accepted
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152-21
(OPPTS 870.3250)
90-Day dermal
Waiver accepted
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152-22
(OPPTS 870.3465)
90-Day inhalation
Waiver accepted
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152-23
(OPPTS 870.3700)
Teratogenicity
Waiver accepted
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2.	Dose Response Assessment
Based on available information, no toxicity endpoints were identified.
3.	Dietary Exposure and Risk Characterization
This is a manufacturing use product, and dietary exposure is not a concern. Data waivers were
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23) and were granted. Due to the low toxicity of lepidopteran pheromones in animal testing, and
the expected low exposure to humans, no risk to human health is expected from the use of
lepidopteran pheromones. Consumption of food containing residues of these pheromones
presents no risk (OECD - Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other
Semiochemicals Used for Pest Control
(http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm).
4.	Occupational and Residential Exposure
a.	Occupational Exposure and Risk Characterization: The potential for dermal, eye, and
inhalation exposures to the pesticide exists for handlers and applicators. Due to the low
toxicity of lepidopteran pheromones in animal testing, no purposeful exposure to human
skin, and no repeated inhalation exposure to the active ingredient at toxic levels, worker
exposure data on CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone are not required. The Agency
will require the appropriate signal word and precautionary statements to mitigate any risk
from exposure via these routes.
b.	Residential, School and Daycare Exposure and Risk Characterization: No indoor
residential, school, or day care uses currently appear on the product label. Although
accidental non-dietary exposure at sites where children are present may occur, the health
risk is expected to be minimal based on low mammalian toxicity.
5.	Drinking Water Exposure and Risk Characterization
This product is for manufacturing use only. No significant exposure is expected from an
accumulation of CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone in the aquatic environment when it is
used according to the precautionary label language.
6.	Acute and Dietary Risks for Sensitive Subpopulations, Particularly Infants and
Children
The Agency has concluded that the potential for CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone
residues is not a dietary hazard to the general population, including infants and children. This
decision was based on low toxicity in animal testing, expected low exposure to humans, no
expected risk to human health, and no risk from consumption of food containing residues of
these pheromones (OECD - Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other
Semiochemicals Used for Pest Control
(http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm)).
7.	Aggregate Exposure from Multiple Routes Including Dermal, Oral and Inhalation
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is a synthetic semiochemical that acts via a non-toxic
mode of action on a specific insect pest. Due to the low toxicity of lepidopteran pheromones in
animal testing, and the expected low exposure to humans, no risk to human health is expected.
Consumption of food containing residues of these pheromones presents no risk (OECD -
Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other Semiochemicals Used for
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information, the Agency has concluded that aggregate exposure to CheckMate BAW Technical
Pheromone over a lifetime will not pose appreciable risks to human health. Moreover, the
toxicity and exposure data are sufficiently complete to adequately address the potential for
additional sensitivity of infants and children to residues of CheckMate BAW Technical
Pheromone. The Agency has considered the various routes of exposure and potential risks of the
product and determined that the proposed use of the active ingredient does not pose significant
risk to all populations, including infants and children.
8.	Cumulative Effects
Section 408(b)(2)(D)(v) of the FFDCA requires the Agency to consider the cumulative effect of
exposure to CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone and to other substances that have a common
mechanism of toxicity. These considerations include the possible cumulative effects of such
residues on infants and children. CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone has a non-toxic mode
of action. Thus, there is no indication or any evidence to suggest that this biochemical pesticide
shares any common mechanisms of toxicity with other substances. Therefore, cumulative
exposure concerns are not anticipated.
9.	Effects on the Immune and Endocrine Systems
EPA is required under the FFDCA, as amended by FQPA, to develop a screening program to
determine whether certain substances (including all pesticide active and other ingredients) Amay
have an effect in humans that is similar to an effect produced by a naturally-occurring estrogen,
or other such endocrine effects as the Administrator may designate.® Following the
recommendations of its Endocrine Disruptor Screening and Testing Advisory Committee
(EDSTAC), EPA determined that there was scientific basis for including, as part of the program,
the androgen and thyroid systems, in addition to the estrogen hormone system. EPA also adopted
EDSTAC=s recommendation that the program include evaluations of potential effects in
wildlife. For pesticide chemicals, EPA will use FIFRA and, to the extent that effects in wildlife
may help determine whether a substance may have an effect in humans, FFDCA authority to
require the wildlife evaluations. As the science develops and resources allow, screening of
additional hormone systems may be added to the Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program
(EDSP).
The Agency is not requiring information on the endocrine effects of the active ingredient, 9,12-
tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- at this time. The Agency has considered, among other relevant
factors, available information concerning whether the active ingredient may have an effect in
humans similar to an effect produced by a naturally occurring estrogen or other endocrine
effects. There is no known metabolite that acts as an "endocrine disrupter" produced by this
active ingredient. Based on the low potential exposure level associated with the proposed use of
this pesticide, the Agency expects no incremental adverse effects to the endocrine or immune
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C. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
1. Ecological Effects Hazard Assessment
The registrant requested waivers for all non-target organism toxicity requirements (Guidelines
154-6 through 154-15 and Guidelines 155-4 through 155-13). The registrant's data for similar
straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones show no toxicity issues for non-target organisms. The
Agency has previously reviewed the registrant's substantially similar products and found that the
non-target organism data/information submitted was adequate to support their registration. It is
the Agency's position that adverse effects on non target organisms (mammals, birds, and aquatic
organisms) are not expected because these straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones are
released in very small amounts to the environment and act on a select group of insects (OECD -
Guidance for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other Semiochemicals Used for
Pest Control (http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm)). The Agency
therefore granted the request for waivers for all non-target organism Tier I (Guidelines 154-6
through 154-11) toxicity studies (Table 3). Based on the decision to waive Tier I data
requirements, Tier II tests (Guidelines 155-4 through 155-14) and Tier III tests (Guidelines 154-
12 through 154-15) were not required.
TABLE 3: Non-target organism toxicity requirements
Guideline
Study
Results
MRID No.
154-6
(OPPTS 850.2100)
Avian acute oral toxicity
Waiver accepted
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154-7
(OPPTS 850.4100)
Avian dietary toxicity
Waiver accepted
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154-8
(OPPTS 850.1075)
Freshwater fish LC50
Waiver accepted
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154-9
(OPPTS 850.1010)
Freshwater invertebrate LC50
Waiver accepted
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154-10
(OPPTS 850.4000-
4800, as applicable)
Non-target plant studies
Waiver accepted
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154-11
(OPPTS 880.4350)
Non-target insect testing
Waiver accepted
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2. Environmental Fate and Ground Water Data
The need for environmental fate and groundwater data [Tier II, 40 CFR 158.690(d)] was not
triggered because the Tier I studies were waived. Risk is minimal due to lack of exposure, low
toxicity, and the use pattern (manufacturing use only).

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3. Ecological Exposure and Risk Characterization
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is a manufacturing use product. It is a synthetic
lepidopteran pheromone that acts on a specific insect and has a non-toxic mode of action. As a
result, no toxicology or environmental fate and effects data were deemed necessary for
registration. The waiver requests for submitted data for non-target organisms are summarized in
Table 3. In addition, mitigating label language will further reduce the risk to aquatic organisms.
The precautionary labeling of CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone manufacturing use
product stipulates "Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes, streams, ponds,
estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in accordance with the requirements of a National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and the permitting authority has been
notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer
systems without previously notifying the local sewage treatment plant authority."
D. EFFICACY DATA
No efficacy data were required to be submitted to the Agency because no public health uses are
involved.
IV. RISK MANAGEMENT DECISION
A. DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY
Section 3(c)(7)(A) of FIFRA provides for the conditional registration of new active ingredients if
it is determined that (A) its composition is such as to warrant the proposed claims for it; (B) its
labeling and other materials required to be submitted comply with the requirements of FIFRA;
(C) it will perform its intended function without unreasonable adverse effects on the
environment; and (D) when used in accordance with widespread and commonly recognized
practice, it will not generally cause unreasonable adverse effects on the environment.
To satisfy criteria "A" above, products formulated from the use of this manufacturing use
product are not expected to cause unreasonable adverse effects when used according to label
instructions. Criteria "B" is satisfied by the current label and by data presented in this document.
It is believed that CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone will not cause any unreasonable
adverse effect, and is an effective biochemical pesticide for lepidopteran pests, satisfying Criteria
"C " Criteria "D" is satisfied in that the pesticide is not expected to cause unreasonable adverse
effects when used as described on the label. Therefore, CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone
is eligible for an unconditional registration. The technical compound will be formulated into end
use products to use to control lepidopteran pests in/on agricultural commodities.

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B.	REGULATORY POSITION
1.	Conditional Registration
The data submitted are sufficient for a conditional registration of CheckMate BAW Technical
Pheromone as a manufacturing use product. The condition of registration is the storage stability
and corrosion characteristics data be submitted to the Agency within 18 months of the date of
registration of the product Checkmate BAW Technical Pheromone (EPA Reg. No.56336-47).
2.	Tolerance Reassessment
This is a manufacturing use product, and therefore does not require a tolerance. However, any
other uses on food require a tolerance. Straight-chained lepidopteran pheromones are exempt
from the requirement of a tolerance in or on all raw agricultural commodities when applied to
growing crops at a rate not to exceed 150 grams of active ingredient/acre/year in accordance
with good agricultural practices (40 CFR 180.1153).
3.	Codex Harmonization
There are no Codex harmonization considerations since there is currently no Codex tolerance for
residues of 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-.
4.	Nonfood Re/Registrations
This is a new active ingredient and, therefore, not the subject of reregi strati on at this time.
5.	Risk Mitigation
There is minimal to negligible potential for risks to non-target organisms (plants and wildlife) or
for ground or surface water contamination through the proposed use of this active ingredient, as
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is for manufacturing use only. Further, should any risks
occur from occupational exposure to this active ingredient, appropriate mitigating labeling
language for aquatic organisms is required.
6.	Endangered Species Statement
The Agency has determined that the active ingredient 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)- will
not adversely effect (NA) any threatened or endangered species when used according to label
directions. CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone is labeled for manufacturing use only.
C.	LABELING RATIONALE
It is the Agency=s position that the labeling for the manufacturing product CheckMate BAW
Technical Pheromone containing 87.66% by weight 9,12-tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate, (Z,E)-
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1.	Human Health Hazard
a.	Worker Protection Standard: This product does not come under the provisions of the
Worker Protection Standards (WPS).
b.	Non-Worker Protection Standard: There are no non-WPS human health hazard issues.
c.	Precautionary Labeling: The Agency has examined the toxicological data base for
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone and concluded that the precautionary labeling
required during this unconditional registration process (i.e. Signal Word, First Aid
Statements, and other label statements) adequately mitigates the risks associated with the
proposed uses.
d.	Manufacturing Use Product Precautionary Labeling: For CheckMate BAW
Technical Pheromone, "CAUTION." "Hazard to humans and domestic animals. Harmful
if swallowed or absorbed through skin or inhaled. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash thoroughly with soap
and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse."
e.	Spray Drift Advisory No spray drift advisory statement is necessary for this use.
2.	Environmental Hazards Labeling
End-Use Product Environmental Hazards Labeling: Checkmate BAW Technical
Pheromone is intended for manufacturing use only. However, the following statements are
required on the label of this product: "Do not discharge effluent containing this product into
lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in accordance with the
requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and the
permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not discharge
effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously notifying the local
sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance contact your State Water Board or Regional
Office of the EPA."
3.	Application Rate
This product is for manufacturing use only.

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D. LABELING
The manufacturing use product and the technical grade active ingredient are one and the same
substance.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
9,12-Tetradecadien-l-ol, acetate (Z,E)-	87.66%
Other ingredients	12.34%
Total	100.00%
The manufacturing use product label shall comply with Agency labeling requirements and must
contain the following information:
-	Product name
Ingredient statement
-	Registration number
"Keep out of reach of children"
Signal word (CAUTION)
-	Precautionary statements
V.	ACTIONS REQUIRED BY REGISTRANTS
Registrants are required to provide reports of incidents of adverse effects to humans or domestic
animals under FIFRA, Section 6(a)(2) and incidents of hypersensitivity under 40 CFR Part
158.690(c), guideline reference number 152-16. There are no data requirements, label changes
and other responses necessary for the reregi strati on of the product since the product is being
registered after November 1984 and is, therefore, not subject to reregi strati on. For the same
reason, there are also no existing stocks provisions at this time.
VI.	APPENDIX A
Table 4 lists the use sites for the product. The label for the product is also attached.
TABLE 4: Manufacturing Use Only. Registration/Reregistration
CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone
Use sites: Manufacturina use onlv
Official date registered:
APPENDIX B - REFERENCES
Lepidopteran Pheromones Fact Sheet issued 09/01. U.S. EPA.
http://www.epa.gov/oppbppdl/biopesticides/ingredient/factsheets/factsheet lep pheromones.htm
Fresh, R.W. Product Toxicology for CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone. Suterra LLC, 213 SW
Columbia St., Bend, OR 97702. Study No. BAW/Tech/PT. September 19, 2005. MRID 46649204.

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Fresh, R.W. Non-Target Organism, Fate, and Expression Requirements for CheckMate BAW Technical
Pheromone. Suterra LLC, 213 SW Columbia St., Bend, OR 97702. Study No. BAW/Tech/NTO.
September 19, 2005. MRID 46649205.
OECD. 2001. OECD Environment, Health, and Safety Publication; Series on Pesticides No. 12; Guidance
for Registration Requirements for Pheromones and Other Semiochemicals Used for Arthropod Pest
Control. http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides/regtools/index.htm
Senoh, H., and R.W. Fresh. Product Chemistry for CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone. Suterra LLC,
213 SW Columbia St., Bend, OR 97702. Study No. BAW Tech/PC. September 19, 2005. MRID
46649201.
Senoh, H., and R.W. Fresh. Product Chemistry for CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone. Suterra LLC,
213 SW Columbia St., Bend, OR 97702. Study No. BAW Tech/PC. September 19, 2005. MRID
46649202.
Senoh, H., and R.W. Fresh. Product Chemistry for CheckMate BAW Technical Pheromone. Suterra LLC,
213 SW Columbia St., Bend, OR 97702. Study No. BAW Tech/PC. September 19, 2005. MRID
46649203.
Touhey, J.G. (1990) "A review of the current bases for the United States Environmental Protection
Agency's policies for the regulation of pheromones and other semiochemicals, together with a review
of the available relevant data which may impact the assessment of risk for these classes of chemicals.
Part No. 1, Straight Chain Alcohols, Acetate Esters and Aldehydes". (Unpublished report, 474 pp.)

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