PROFESSIONAL INSECT CONTROL 庐 GRANULAR INSECT BAIT
GRANULAR INSECT BAIT (10 oz.)
FOR CONTROL OF ANTS, ROACHES1 AND CRICKETS
FOR USE IN AND AROUND STRUCTURES AND RESIDENTIAL AREAS
RECOMMENDED FOR USE BY COMMERCIAL APPLICATORS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
Hydramethylnon [Tetrahydro-5,5-dimethyl-2(1H)-pyrimidinone, (3-(4-(trifluoromethyl)
phenyl)-1-(2-(4-(trifluoromethyl) phenyl) ethenyl)-2-propenylidene)hydrazone] ............1.0%
Other Ingredients: .......................................................................................................99.0%
TOTAL: .........................................................................................................................100%
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTION: SEE BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
MAXFORCE庐 granular insect bait is a ready-to-use product for use in and DIRECTIONS FOR USE
around buildings, on lawns, and other non-crop areas.* The patented for-
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
mula of MAXFORCE庐 granular insect bait contains a special blend of foods,
combined with the delayed-action stomach poison, hydramethylnon. When FOR OUTDOOR USE
properly used, this bait will control many common structure-invading insects
1. AROUND STRUCTURES: Sprinkle MAXFORCE庐 granule insect bait evenly in a 1-2 foot wide band adja-
before they can enter a structure. Do not apply other insecticides (such as
cent to the structure at a rate of 0.5 oz (one tablespoon) of bait per 25 linear feet. NOTE: Around struc-
aerosols, sprays, etc.) on top of or in close proximity to MAXFORCE庐 granular
tures the total application should not exceed 4-8 oz per 200-400 linear feet (or 0.5 oz per 25 linear feet).
insect bait, as it will reduce the effectiveness. Expect to see fewer ants within a
A typical application would be 4-8 oz adjacent to an average sized home of 200-400 linear feet. Also, be
week.
sure to treat areas such as porches, patios, driveways, sidewalks, flower gardens, and around trees,
MAXFORCE庐 granular insect bait controls roaches1, crickets, silverfish, fire- wood piles and garbage receptacles. DO NOT USE ON EDIBLE FOOD OR ON AREAS INTENDED FOR
brats and a variety of ants including the following species: Acrobat, Argentine, EDIBLE FOOD CROP PRODUCTION. For ants, treat visible trails as well as cracks or crevices where
Big Headed, Carpenter, Cornfield, Field, Fire2, Ghost, Harvester, Odorous ants may enter structure.
House, Pavement, Pharaoh, Thief. The delayed action of the active ingredient REFILLABLE STATIONS: This product may be used in the Maxforce Refillable Bait Stations or B&G
allows foraging ants to bring the bait back to the nest so that the entire colony, Perimeter Patrol Station. Place 1 to 3 oz (2 to 6 Tbsp.) of granular bait per station. Refillable stations
including the queen, is destroyed. should be placed every 20 to 30 feet around the perimeter of a structure. Use approximately 2 stations
per side of a typical single family home.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS For best results, place stations near: air conditioning units, water faucets, foundation vents and weep
holes, decks, utility entryways (e.g. electrical, cable TV) and wherever target pests are frequently
CAUTION: HAZARDS TO HUMANS found. Stations may also be placed along fence lines and property lines to intercept foraging pests.
Regularly inspect all stations and replace bait as needed for continual control.
May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Applicator should
Position Refillable Bait Stations in areas where they will not be damaged by lawn equipment such as
wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly after handling.
mowers and trimmers. When placing the station in turf remove sod layer and place station base plate
against the soil. Screw the anchor tube into the ground and lock station lid so bait is not easily acces-
FIRST AID sible to children and pets. If the station is not equipped with a sticker to identify the contents, apply a
sticker to the outside or inside of the station.
If swallowed, drink one or two glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching
back of throat with finger. Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an 2. BROADCAST APPLICATION: Sprinkle MAXFORCE庐 granular insect bait uniformly at a rate of 1 ounce
unconscious person. Get medical attention.
per 1800 square feet.
For more information, call: 1-800-426-6228.
3. FIRE ANTS AND OTHER MOUND BUILDING ANTS3: Sprinkle approximately two tablespoons (1 ounce ) of
bait around each mound. For best results, do not apply bait directly in or on the mound. Do not disturb the
HAZARDS TO ANIMALS mound. Ants that are agitated may not feed on the bait.
Store in a secure place. Pets may be attracted to this product. Keep pets away from
FOR INDOOR USE
treated areas for at least 24 hours after application.
NOTE: Avoid contamination of food, food contact surfaces and feedstuffs. Indoor
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS applications are limited to areas that are inaccessible to children or pets such as cracks, crevices and other
inaccessible areas such as wall voids, unfinished attics and crawl spaces within residential and non-resi-
This product is toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to water. Do not contaminate water
dential buildings or structures and within non-food / non-feed areas of industrial, institutional, and com-
by cleaning of equipment or disposal of equipment washwaters.
mercial buildings, as outlined below.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Apply up to 0.5 ounces (one tablespoon) of bait per crack, crevice or other inaccessible area where insects
may hide or live. Apply product using suitable application equipment (such as the Centro Bait Master.) Wipe
Store in a cool, dry, secure place. Keep container closed when not in use.
up any loose or excess granules. Apply evenly in unfinished attics and crawl spaces at a rate of 0.5 ounces
Avoid contamination from other insecticides. Do not contaminate water,
per 100 square feet only if the space is secured or otherwise inaccessible to children and domestic animals.
food or feed by storage or disposal. Do not reuse empty container for any
use other than this product. Wrap empty container and place in trash can. Not for use in USDA meat and poultry plants.
TOTAL NET WEIGHT 10 ounces (283.5g.)
Distributed by & 漏 1994
* Do not use on other non-crop areas in California.
1 German, American, Oriental, and Smokybrown roaches
Maxforce Insect Control Systems
2 Native and Imported
1221 Broadway EPA Reg. No. 64248-6
3 Pavement, Field, Cornfield, and Harvester ants PROFESSIONAL INSECT CONTROL 庐 GRANULAR INSECT BAIT
Oakland, CA 94612 EPA Est. No. 39578-TX-01
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U.S. Patent Nos. 4,353,907; 4,657,912 and other patents pending.
Printed 12/2000
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