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Use of the Term "Shock" on Non-pesticide Labeling

The Agency has agreed that the use of the term "shock" in the product name is acceptable if it is immediately qualified as a "Shock Oxidizer" or "Oxidizing Shock" product. The qualifier should be in the same font size and color as the term "shock." 

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