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Home My Public Portal AboutLTC 092-2018 Scheduled Miami-Dade County Preventative Truck Spraying for Mosquito ControlBAL HARBOUR - VILLAGE - OFFICE OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER To: From: Jorge M. Gonzalez, Village Manage Date: June 1, 2018 Subject: Scheduled Miami -Dade County Preventative Truck Spraying for Mosquito Control LETTER TO COUNCIL NO. 092-2018 Mayor Gabriel Groisman and Members of the Village Council i The purpose of this Letter to Council (LTC) is to transmit to you notice of the upcoming Miami -Dade County Preventative Truck Spraying for mosquito control with an environmentally safe organic Bacterial Larvicide. In the continuing efforts to control the mosquito population, the Miami -Dade County Mosquito Control Division has notified Bal Harbour Village that they will commence bi- weekly truck spraying of Bal Harbour Village in the early morning on Wednesday June 14, 2018 from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. This treatment is strictly proactive and not in response to any immediate threat regarding Zika or any mosquito borne disease. The chemical used for this spray application is an environmentally safe organic Bacterial Larvicide. The Larvicide (VectoBac WG) interrupts the development of mosquito larvae, thus controlling the mosquito population. Miami - Dade Mosquito Control staff will be conducting the larvicide treatment. A fact sheet for this chemical is attached (See Attached). Additionally, Staff from the Village's Parks and Public Spaces and Code Compliance Departments continue to inspect the entire Village to ensure that there are no areas in the Village which contain long-standing (longer than 36 hours) ponding water. In the event there is observed standing water in any of the public right-of-ways, the appropriate measures to remove or disburse the water and utilizing environmentally -friendly products to prevent the breeding of mosquitos in those areas will be completed. Also, Village staff resumed the placement of "Summit" Mosquito Dunks, within the stormwater system in early May 2018, in preparation for the rain season. A Mosquito Dunk° looks like a small, beige donut which floats on standing water. As the Dunk° slowly dissolves, it releases a bacterium which is toxic to all species of mosquito larvae. The Mosquito Dunks are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as safe for fish habitats. A fact sheet for this larvicide is attached (See Attached). LTC 092-2018: Scheduled Miami -Dade County Preventative Truck Spraying for Mosquito Control Page 2 of 2 Notification to our residents will be transmitted via the Village WENS and e-mail Blast systems. Additionally, further ZIKA information is available on the Bal Harbour Village Main Web Page and the Miami -Dade County Website at the following links: http://www.balharbourgov.gov/home http://www.miamidade.gov/mosquito/index.html If you have any questions please contact Director of Parks and Open Spaces John Oldenburg at 305.993.7368 JMG/RI/JAO FAQ Sheet Frequently Asked Questions About Mosquito Dunks® Mosquitoes have always been an annoying and sometimes deadly aspect of summer and with the recent spread of West Nile virus there has been a heightened interest in mosquito control throughout the United States. Homeowners, ranchers and farmers looking for a safe, nontoxic way to control mosquitoes can use Mosquito Dunks®, which kill mosquitoes before they can become flying, biting, disease-carrying adults. What is a Mosquito Dunk®? A Mosquito Dunk® looks like a small, beige donut which floats on standing water. As the Dunk® slowly dissolves, it releases a bacterium which is toxic to all species of mosquito larvae. Mosquito Bits® are a granule that contains the same active ingredient found in the Dunks®, but unlike the Dunks® the Bits release the larvicide immediately. What is the active ingredient in Mosquito Dunks®? The active ingredient in Mosquito Dunks® is Bacillus thuringi- ensis subspecies israelensis. (B.t.i.). B.t.i. is a bacterium that is deadly to mosquito larvae but harmless to other living things. Where should Mosquito Dunks® be used? Just float a biodegradable Mosquito Dunk® in water troughs, koi ponds, birdbaths, rain barrels or any place where water collects and remains for periods of time. When female mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water treated with a Mosquito Dunk®, the larvae will hatch and begin to eat the B.t.i. The B.t.i. will kill the mosquito larvae before they can grow up to become biting and disease-spreading adults. How do Mosquito Dunks® work? While floating, a Mosquito Dunk® slowly releases a long-term biological mosquito larvicide at the water’s surface. This larvicide gradually settles in the water, and while it travels through the water it is eaten by the mosquito larvae growing there. What kinds of mosquito larvae will a Mosquito Dunk® kill? There are approximately 2,500 species of mosquitoes throughout the world. The B.t.i. in Mosquito Dunks® will kill the larvae of ALL SPECIES of mosquitoes. Mosquito Dunks® from Summit are a safe, nontoxic way to control mosquitoes before they become flying, biting, disease-carrying adults. Approved for Organic Production and Gardening. Item #111-5 20 Dunks® per card 5 cards per case Each UPC 0-18506 00111-7 Item # 102-12 2 Dunks® carded 12 cards per Case Each UPC 0-18506 00102-5 Case 100-18506 00102-2 Item # 102-24 2 Dunks® carded 12 cards per strip 2 strips per case Each UPC 0-18506 00102-5 Case 200-18506 00102-9 Item # 110-12 6 Dunks® per card 12 cards per case Each UPC 0-18506 00110-0 Case 100-18506 00110-7 Summit FAQ MosquitoDunks052912.indd 1 5/29/12 6:12 PM FAQ Sheet Mosquito Dunks® from Summit are a safe, nontoxic way to control mosquitoes before they become flying, biting, disease-carrying adults. Approved for Organic Production and Gardening. How much water will one Dunk® effectively treat? One Mosquito Dunk® will effectively treat 100 square feet of surface water for 30 days or more. For less water, a portion of a Mosquito Dunk® can be used. For breeding habitats where the Dunks® are impractical, B.t.i. is also available from Summit in a granular form called Mosquito Bits®. Eight ounces of Mosquito Bits® will treat approximately 2,000 square feet of surface water. Suitable treatment sites include swamps, fragmented puddles, trash dumps containing water, or water with a high concentration of organic material. Are Mosquito Dunks® safe to use around fish, birds, wildlife, pets and children? Yes. B.t.i., the active ingredient in Mosquito Dunks®, is very target specific for mosquitoes and does not adversely affect other organisms in the water. Mosquito Dunks® are also safe for use around birds, wildlife, children and pets. The EPA has registered Mosquito Dunks® for use in animal watering troughs and fish habitats. More recently the Dunks® have been approved for use Organic Production and Gardening, under the National Organic Program guidelines. What if my dog eats a Mosquito Dunk®? Don’t worry. Even if your dog eats an entire Mosquito Dunk®, this will not adversely affect the animal. If an animal eats a Mosquito Dunk® or drinks water treated with a Mosquito Dunk®, it essentially gets a large dose of protein and calcium. The Dunks® are labeled for application to livestock watering troughs. What is the shelf life of Mosquito Dunks®? Mosquito Dunks® can be stored indefinitely because, technically speaking, the dried B.t.i. in Mosquito Dunks® is not living, viable bacteria. (The toxicant that kills mosquito larvae is actually part of the B.t.i. spore). Government Mosquito Control programs have conducted field tests where Mosquito Dunks® of eight years age were effective at killing mosquito larvae at close to equal rate as new product. Additionally, alternate wetting and drying will not reduce the effectiveness of Mosquito Dunks®. Will storage temperatures affect the viability of Mosquito Dunks®? The best storage condition for Mosquito Dunks® is a cool, well-ventilated place. Because B.t.i. is a bacterium, extreme cold or even freezing temperatures will not reduce the effectiveness of Mosquito Dunks®. However, prolonged exposure (more than 24 consecutive hours) to temperatures above 100 degrees F. may affect the efficacy of the product. For more information call 1-800-227-8664, or visit the website at www.summitchemical.com. Summit FAQ MosquitoDunks052912.indd 2 5/29/12 6:12 PM Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETSTM FLOATING SUSTAINED-RELEASE LARVICIDE FOR LONG-TERM CONTROL OF MOSQUITO AND PSYCHODID FLY LARVAE BIOLOGICAL CONTROL OF MOSQUITOES & PSYCHODID FLIES ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis solids, spores and insecticidal toxins...............................10.31% INERT INGREDIENTS:................................................................................................................................................................89.69% 7000 Aedes aegypti (AA) International Toxic Units (ITU) per milligram primary powder (Dry weight basis) The percent active ingredient does not indicate product performance and potency measurements are not federally standardized. PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS Keep Out Of Reach Of Children CAUTION Hazard to Humans: Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Environmental Hazards: Do not apply directly to treated, finished drinking water reservoirs or drinking water receptacles when the water is intended for human consumption. FIRST AID If in eyes Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinising eye. Call poison control center or doctor for treatment advise. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. Storage: Tightly close containers of unused briquets/dunks. Store in cool, dry well -ventilated place. Disposal: Do not reuse empty carton or packaging material. Perforate or crush and discard carton according to local trash disposal regulations. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistant with its labeling. Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS are formulated to release effective levels of Bti for a period of 30 days or more under typical environmental conditions. The fl oating action of the briquets/dunks will ensure that active material is released at the surface as well as gradually settle to the bottom. These briquets/dunks may be used in all types of mosquito breeding areas. To prevent briquets/dunks from being flushed out of certain treatment sites, they can be anchored using string tied through the hole in the center or staked in place. Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS can also be used for pre-flood treatment. If the briquets/dunks are applied to dry areas which are kn own or suspected to become breeding sites when flooded, such as woodland pools and abandoned swimming pools, the briquets will float to the surface when flooding occurs and start releasing the active Bti material. Alternate wetting and drying will not reduce their effectiveness. General Information; Mosquito Dunks float on water and will keep on working for 30 days or longer under typical environmental conditions. While floating, they slowly release a long -term, biological mosquito larvicide at the waters surface. This larvicide gradually settles in the water where it is eaten by mosquito larvae growing there. Mosquito Dunks may be used in all standing water sites where mosquito larvae grow. Alternate wetting and drying will not reduce their effectiveness. APPLICATION RATES Mosquito Larvae: Flooded larvae breeding sites: Use one (1) Summit B.t.i. BRIQUET/DUNKS for up to 100 sq. ft. of surface area, regardless of depth. In water with a high organic content, such as sewage disposal systems or waste lagoons, the application rate may have to be increased to as much as four (4) times the normal dosage based upon evaluation by the user. When larval populations are high, aquatic vegetation dense, or the water highly polluted at the time of briquet/dunks use, pre-treatment with SUMMIT MOSQUITO BITS® is recommended. The briquet/dunks will then suppress larval development for up to 30 days or more. Some larvae which hatch after briquet/dunks application may partially develop before dying. Allow a minimum of 48 hours for their control. Pre-Flood treatment: Apply one (1 ) Summit B.t.i. BRIQUET/DUNKS to each 100 sq. ft. of dry bed surface which is known or suspected breeding site when flooded. Evaporative Coolers: Apply one (1) Summit B.t.i. BRIQUET/DUNKS to each 100 sq. ft. of Cooler box or for smaller Coolers refer to the table below for application rate. SAFE FOR USE IN FISH HABITATS EACH DUNK KILLS MOSQUITOES FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER KILLS MOSQUITOES BEFORE THEY ARE OLD ENOUGH TO BITE Outdoor Use around the Household to kill Mosquito Larvae: Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS can be broken into portions for use in many outdoor applications near the household, such as standing water in bird baths, old automobile tires, rain barrels, ponds, abandoned or unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types), ditches, tree holes, roof gutters for collecting rainwater, flower pots, animal watering troughs or any other locations near the household where water collects and remains for periods of time. Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS can be broken and used as shown in the following table, the amount dependent upon the surface area of water in the treatment site. Mosquito Dunks / Bti Briquets may also be used in any containerized standing water found near the home. Surface area 1 to 5 5 to 25 25 to 100 Above 100 of standing water square ft. square ft. square ft. square ft. Use Quantity 1/4 Briquet /Dunk 1/2 Briquet /Dunks 1 Briquet /Dunks 1 Briquet/Dunks per1 00 sq. ft. Preflood treatment around the Household: Apply Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS to any dry surface which is known to become flooded after a rain. Use the correct amount in accordance with the above dosage table. INDOOR USE: For use in areas that collect water from time to time areas such as elevator shafts, basements that flood, sump pumps and any drainage areas within buildings. Use the correct amount in accordance with the above dosage table. Psychodid Fly Larvae (Filter Flies, Sewage Flies, Drain Flies): Waste WaterTreatment Plants: Place Summit B.t.i. BRIQUETS/DUNKS in a perforated basket, such as a minnow bait basket, and suspend the basket in the waste water stream before the water enters the trickling filter. Keep basket continu ously filled with Briquets/Dunks to ensure a steady flow of Bti into the filter. The number of Briquets/Dunks needed for continuous, effective treatment in each facility will be dependent upon the volume and flow rate of the stream. This will have to be determined by the user. U.S. Pat. No. 4,631,857 Patented in Canada, 1987 Summit Chemical Co./SUMMIT RESPONSIBLE SOLUTIONS Baltimore, MD 21224 EPA Registration No. 6218-47 EPA Est. No. 6218-MD-2 Net weight: 0.458 oz. per Briquet/Dunks Or 13 grams per Briquet/Dunks Contains 20 Briquets/Dunks Lot. No: TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide VectoBac® WG Biological Larvicide is available in the following package sizes: • USA only – 1 lb (0.45 kg) HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 lb (11.3 kg) drums • International only – 0.5 kg HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 kg drums Check with your local distributor or Valent BioSciences technical representative to see what packaging is available in your area. GROUND (VEHICLE-MOUNTED SPRAYING) Tests are currently being conducted by mosquito control professionals globally on how to best apply VectoBac WG through truck-mounted spray equipment. Several tests are showing promise, and results are expected in the near future. Several factors make larviciding for container mosquitoes different from standard ULV adulticiding. The objective of ULV adulticiding is to release an airborne cloud of very small droplets of insecticide that will impinge upon ﬂ ying mosquitoes and deliver a toxic dose to the insect by contact. When spraying microbial larvicides for container mosquito control, the objective is to disperse droplets of larvicide across a targeted area that will then fall into containers and deliver a sufﬁ cient dose to kill mosquito larvae that are ﬁ lter feeding in the water. Selection of spray equipment to achieve appropriate droplet spectra for speciﬁ c environmental conditions is a complex matter. Density of structures and vegetation in the targeted area as well as atmospheric conditions need to be considered. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. AERIAL In 2011, the Florida Keys Mosquito and Vector Control District (U.S.) implemented the world’s ﬁ rst aerial larviciding program to control dengue vectors on a large scale. In 2010, the district developed the method in cooperation with Valent BioSciences Corporation and Helicopter Applicators Inc. in response to an ongoing dengue outbreak. The method has been optimized with support of REMSpC Spray Consulting. Applications are made using six Micronair® AU5000 rotary atomizers operating at 4,000–5,000 rpm on a Bell 206B helicopter. Treatments are made with a spray volume of 0.5 gallons per acre and a Vectobac WG dose of 0.5 lbs/acre. Two hundred-foot swaths are employed at an altitude of 100 feet and an airspeed of 80 mph. Offset spraying is employed during missions based on wind conditions and the AGDISP model applied by REMSpC. Early in 2011, the district began employing this method in conjunction with intensive ground efforts to control Aedes aegypti in Key West. Subsequent research by the district has shown adult population suppression is occurring as a result of the treatments, and Aedes aegypti populations are declining in Key West. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. These types of applications for control of container Aedes are highly specialized. For ground (truck) applications, this approach has only just recently been implemented operationally in Southeast Asia, with the U.S. and Europe currently in the development phase. VectoBac® WG (also known as WDG) Biological Larvicide is a water-dispersible granule formulation of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis strain AM65-52 for control of mosquito larvae. The product has a potency of 3,000 International Toxin Units (ITU) per milligram against Aedes aegypti larvae. It is designed for use in aqueous spray mixes and for direct application to water containers. VectoBac WG was the ﬁ rst bacterial larvicide to complete the World Health Organization Pesticide Evaluation Scheme. Consisting of only Bti strain AM65-52 and food-grade (U.S. EPA list 4) inert ingredients, VectoBac WG has received approval for application in organic crops (U.S.: Organic Materials Review Institute [OMRI] and National Organic Program [NOP] certiﬁ ed) and sensitive habitats in various countries around the world. This versatile formulation allows a variety of application modes and uses for mosquito control. Container species such as Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus are a major source of concern for mosquito abatement agencies across the globe due to their high vectorial capacity. In addition, adulticiding these species can be quite difﬁ cult because of their preference for host seeking and oviposition in the daytime. Various application methods of VectoBac WG complement integrated vector management (IVM) programs that are aimed at reducing these species that have the capacity to transmit dengue, chikungunya, and yellow fever, as well as other arboviruses. BACTER IAL LAR VICIDE Vec toBac® WG WATER DISP ERSIBLE GR A NULE For Organic Production FEATURES • Bacterial larvicide • Highly speciﬁ c activity on mosquitoes • Water-dispersible granule • High-potency dry formulation • Mixes easily in water • First bacterial larvicide to complete the WHO Pesticide Evaluation Scheme • Effective in direct application for residual control of container mosquitoes • Effective in ground and aerial spray application as aerosol or mist droplets for wide-area control of container mosquitoes • Quickly kills mosquito larvae (2–24 hours) BENEFITS • Not harmful to non-target organism populations • Aqueous spray or direct application • ncreased shelf life • Decreased weight to transport • Sprays easily through many equipment types • Consistent, quality product that aligns with international health standards for public health • Application ﬂ exibility for effectively managing dengue and chikungunya disease vectors • Results visible quickly in ﬁ eld Packaging Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Ground Vehicle and Aircraft) Water-DispersibleGranule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 1-3 3/9/15 6:40 PM Ground aqueous spray mix applications should be targeted to natural and artificial larval habitats which are < 50 L (13.2 gallons) in volume capacity that are spread over a wide area such as covered and uncovered concrete drainage systems, trash accumulations, tires, roof gutters, and vegetation—leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter, and ground pools. The recommended dosage in a spray mix is 250–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare of target larval habitats. Large-scale studies in Asia Pacific have shown that optimal results for dengue vector control are observed with 400–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare in a spray mix. Motorized backpack sprayers are an effective tool for rapid coverage of small containers in an urban environment. However, calibration for these treatments is different from the approach used to target open standing water habitats. Conventional applications are made on a grid pattern. In conventional treatments, spray volume per unit area is easily calculated based on travel speed, flow rate and swath width. When spraying to target known and suspected accumulations of containers in urban and suburban areas, this approach may not be suitable due to clustered microhabitats and non-linear access to the target areas. One way to calculate the required volume prior to application is to conduct a “dress rehearsal” first with only water in the spray tank. Moving through typical target areas at a comfortable pace and spraying all likely container sources with water will provide a fairly accurate estimate of spray volume required. Product concentration in the spray mix can then be determined based on the size of the area and volume used. Tests conducted with motorized backpack blowers using VectoBac WG show that a droplet size in the 80–120 micron range produces the most effective swath in terms of distance while still being likely to fall into containers. For general mosquito control, VectoBac WG can be applied as an aqueous spray using conventional ground and aerial application equipment to habitats with sparse or no vegetation. Rate selected should be based on habitat, larval population/stage, and/or environmental conditions. For effective mosquito control an application rate range of 1.75–7.0 oz/acre (50–200 g/acre; 125–500 g/hectare) is required. Polluted water (such as sewage lagoons and animal waste lagoons) requires an application rate range of 7.0–14.0 oz/acre (200–400 g/acre; 0.5–1.0 kg/hectare). Use higher rate range in polluted water and when late 3rd and early 4th instar larvae predominate, mosquito populations are high, or algae is abundant. Gradually add the desired quantity of VectoBac WG to half the final intended volume of water in a mix tank while under agitation, then add additional water to produce the final spray volume. The concentration of the final spray mix will depend on weather, spray equipment, and mosquito habitat characteristics. Start the mechanical or manual agitation to provide moderate circulation of water before adding the VectoBac WG. Backpack and compressed air sprayers may be agitated by shaking after adding VectoBac WG to the water in the sprayer. VectoBac WG suspends readily in water and will stay suspended over normal application periods. Brief recirculation may be necessary if the spray mixture has sat for several hours or longer. Do not mix more VectoBac WG than can be used in a 48-hour period. Rapid mixing of highly concentrated suspensions for aerial application targeting container mosquitoes may require the use of a venturi inductor system. Consult your Valent BioSciences Corporation representative regarding sources for this equipment. AVOID CONTINUOUS AGITATION OF THE SPRAY MIXTURE DURING SPRAYING. For ground spraying, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50–400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 1–100 gallons of water per acre (10–950 liters/ha) using hand-pump, air blast, mist blower, or other spray equipment. For aerial application, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50-400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 0.25–10 gallons of water per acre (2.4–93.5 liters/ha) through fixed wing or helicopter aircraft equipped with either conventional boom and nozzle system or rotary atomizers to provide uniform coverage of the target area. Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Backpack)Container Mosquito Applications — Direct PlacementGeneral Application Rates General Mixing Instructions Direct (undiluted) applications of VectoBac WG are used to treat water containers in many countries around the globe. Direct application is best suited for treatment of easily located containers with a volume > 50 liters (13.2 gallons), but can be used for smaller containers as well. This approach has delivered extended residual control for up to three months in a variety of container types. Examples of these containers include potable water reservoirs such as earthen or cement jars, plastic or metal drums, and fiberglass or cement tanks. Application rates of 2–8 g per 1000 liters (264 gallons) of container capacity (100–400 mg/50 L) should be used depending on habitat conditions and program objectives. Application may be made with a calibrated scoop or spoon. Monitor for efficacy and residual control by counting numbers of late instar and pupae in treated containers before and after treatment. Initial late instar/pupae reductions should be seen in 72 hours. Re-treatment interval should be based on program objectives. Consult Valent BioSciences for additional technical assistance regarding this approach. Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≥ 50L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass VectoBac WG Application Method* Direct application into containers 2–8g / 1,000 L Application Equipment Calibrated scoop/spoon 1 teaspoon/200 L (dose ~ 8g/1,000L) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Recommended Dilution Rates for VectoBac® WG per Hectare Larval Habitat Covered concrete drains Uncovered concrete drains, roof gutters, sparse vegetation, containers, tires, etc. Trash, dense vegetation, leaf litter, etc. Wide open areas of larval habitat VectoBac WG Application Method 150–200 L (high volume application) 30–60 L (moderate volume application) 15–30 L (low volume application) 7–10 L (ultra-low volume application) Application Equipment Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Vehicle-mounted ULV sprayers Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≤ 50 L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass • Concrete drainage system • Covered and uncovered drains • Roof gutters • Trash • Tires • Vegetation – leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter • Natural pools with leaf litter VectoBac WG Application Method* Ground spray 250–500 g/ha (1 ha = 10,000 m2) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Application Equipment Ground spray equipment • Vehicle-mounted sprayers • Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers • Hand-carried pump sprayers Water-Dispersible Granule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 4-6 3/9/15 6:40 PM Ground aqueous spray mix applications should be targeted to natural and artificial larval habitats which are < 50 L (13.2 gallons) in volume capacity that are spread over a wide area such as covered and uncovered concrete drainage systems, trash accumulations, tires, roof gutters, and vegetation—leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter, and ground pools. The recommended dosage in a spray mix is 250–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare of target larval habitats. Large-scale studies in Asia Pacific have shown that optimal results for dengue vector control are observed with 400–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare in a spray mix. Motorized backpack sprayers are an effective tool for rapid coverage of small containers in an urban environment. However, calibration for these treatments is different from the approach used to target open standing water habitats. Conventional applications are made on a grid pattern. In conventional treatments, spray volume per unit area is easily calculated based on travel speed, flow rate and swath width. When spraying to target known and suspected accumulations of containers in urban and suburban areas, this approach may not be suitable due to clustered microhabitats and non-linear access to the target areas. One way to calculate the required volume prior to application is to conduct a “dress rehearsal” first with only water in the spray tank. Moving through typical target areas at a comfortable pace and spraying all likely container sources with water will provide a fairly accurate estimate of spray volume required. Product concentration in the spray mix can then be determined based on the size of the area and volume used. Tests conducted with motorized backpack blowers using VectoBac WG show that a droplet size in the 80–120 micron range produces the most effective swath in terms of distance while still being likely to fall into containers. For general mosquito control, VectoBac WG can be applied as an aqueous spray using conventional ground and aerial application equipment to habitats with sparse or no vegetation. Rate selected should be based on habitat, larval population/stage, and/or environmental conditions. For effective mosquito control an application rate range of 1.75–7.0 oz/acre (50–200 g/acre; 125–500 g/hectare) is required. Polluted water (such as sewage lagoons and animal waste lagoons) requires an application rate range of 7.0–14.0 oz/acre (200–400 g/acre; 0.5–1.0 kg/hectare). Use higher rate range in polluted water and when late 3rd and early 4th instar larvae predominate, mosquito populations are high, or algae is abundant. Gradually add the desired quantity of VectoBac WG to half the final intended volume of water in a mix tank while under agitation, then add additional water to produce the final spray volume. The concentration of the final spray mix will depend on weather, spray equipment, and mosquito habitat characteristics. Start the mechanical or manual agitation to provide moderate circulation of water before adding the VectoBac WG. Backpack and compressed air sprayers may be agitated by shaking after adding VectoBac WG to the water in the sprayer. VectoBac WG suspends readily in water and will stay suspended over normal application periods. Brief recirculation may be necessary if the spray mixture has sat for several hours or longer. Do not mix more VectoBac WG than can be used in a 48-hour period. Rapid mixing of highly concentrated suspensions for aerial application targeting container mosquitoes may require the use of a venturi inductor system. Consult your Valent BioSciences Corporation representative regarding sources for this equipment. AVOID CONTINUOUS AGITATION OF THE SPRAY MIXTURE DURING SPRAYING. For ground spraying, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50–400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 1–100 gallons of water per acre (10–950 liters/ha) using hand-pump, air blast, mist blower, or other spray equipment. For aerial application, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50-400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 0.25–10 gallons of water per acre (2.4–93.5 liters/ha) through fixed wing or helicopter aircraft equipped with either conventional boom and nozzle system or rotary atomizers to provide uniform coverage of the target area. Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Backpack)Container Mosquito Applications — Direct PlacementGeneral Application Rates General Mixing Instructions Direct (undiluted) applications of VectoBac WG are used to treat water containers in many countries around the globe. Direct application is best suited for treatment of easily located containers with a volume > 50 liters (13.2 gallons), but can be used for smaller containers as well. This approach has delivered extended residual control for up to three months in a variety of container types. Examples of these containers include potable water reservoirs such as earthen or cement jars, plastic or metal drums, and fiberglass or cement tanks. Application rates of 2–8 g per 1000 liters (264 gallons) of container capacity (100–400 mg/50 L) should be used depending on habitat conditions and program objectives. Application may be made with a calibrated scoop or spoon. Monitor for efficacy and residual control by counting numbers of late instar and pupae in treated containers before and after treatment. Initial late instar/pupae reductions should be seen in 72 hours. Re-treatment interval should be based on program objectives. Consult Valent BioSciences for additional technical assistance regarding this approach. Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≥ 50L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass VectoBac WG Application Method* Direct application into containers 2–8g / 1,000 L Application Equipment Calibrated scoop/spoon 1 teaspoon/200 L (dose ~ 8g/1,000L) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Recommended Dilution Rates for VectoBac® WG per Hectare Larval Habitat Covered concrete drains Uncovered concrete drains, roof gutters, sparse vegetation, containers, tires, etc. Trash, dense vegetation, leaf litter, etc. Wide open areas of larval habitat VectoBac WG Application Method 150–200 L (high volume application) 30–60 L (moderate volume application) 15–30 L (low volume application) 7–10 L (ultra-low volume application) Application Equipment Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Vehicle-mounted ULV sprayers Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≤ 50 L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass • Concrete drainage system • Covered and uncovered drains • Roof gutters • Trash • Tires • Vegetation – leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter • Natural pools with leaf litter VectoBac WG Application Method* Ground spray 250–500 g/ha (1 ha = 10,000 m2) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Application Equipment Ground spray equipment • Vehicle-mounted sprayers • Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers • Hand-carried pump sprayers Water-Dispersible Granule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 4-6 3/9/15 6:40 PM Ground aqueous spray mix applications should be targeted to natural and artificial larval habitats which are < 50 L (13.2 gallons) in volume capacity that are spread over a wide area such as covered and uncovered concrete drainage systems, trash accumulations, tires, roof gutters, and vegetation—leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter, and ground pools. The recommended dosage in a spray mix is 250–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare of target larval habitats. Large-scale studies in Asia Pacific have shown that optimal results for dengue vector control are observed with 400–500 g of VectoBac WG per hectare in a spray mix. Motorized backpack sprayers are an effective tool for rapid coverage of small containers in an urban environment. However, calibration for these treatments is different from the approach used to target open standing water habitats. Conventional applications are made on a grid pattern. In conventional treatments, spray volume per unit area is easily calculated based on travel speed, flow rate and swath width. When spraying to target known and suspected accumulations of containers in urban and suburban areas, this approach may not be suitable due to clustered microhabitats and non-linear access to the target areas. One way to calculate the required volume prior to application is to conduct a “dress rehearsal” first with only water in the spray tank. Moving through typical target areas at a comfortable pace and spraying all likely container sources with water will provide a fairly accurate estimate of spray volume required. Product concentration in the spray mix can then be determined based on the size of the area and volume used. Tests conducted with motorized backpack blowers using VectoBac WG show that a droplet size in the 80–120 micron range produces the most effective swath in terms of distance while still being likely to fall into containers. For general mosquito control, VectoBac WG can be applied as an aqueous spray using conventional ground and aerial application equipment to habitats with sparse or no vegetation. Rate selected should be based on habitat, larval population/stage, and/or environmental conditions. For effective mosquito control an application rate range of 1.75–7.0 oz/acre (50–200 g/acre; 125–500 g/hectare) is required. Polluted water (such as sewage lagoons and animal waste lagoons) requires an application rate range of 7.0–14.0 oz/acre (200–400 g/acre; 0.5–1.0 kg/hectare). Use higher rate range in polluted water and when late 3rd and early 4th instar larvae predominate, mosquito populations are high, or algae is abundant. Gradually add the desired quantity of VectoBac WG to half the final intended volume of water in a mix tank while under agitation, then add additional water to produce the final spray volume. The concentration of the final spray mix will depend on weather, spray equipment, and mosquito habitat characteristics. Start the mechanical or manual agitation to provide moderate circulation of water before adding the VectoBac WG. Backpack and compressed air sprayers may be agitated by shaking after adding VectoBac WG to the water in the sprayer. VectoBac WG suspends readily in water and will stay suspended over normal application periods. Brief recirculation may be necessary if the spray mixture has sat for several hours or longer. Do not mix more VectoBac WG than can be used in a 48-hour period. Rapid mixing of highly concentrated suspensions for aerial application targeting container mosquitoes may require the use of a venturi inductor system. Consult your Valent BioSciences Corporation representative regarding sources for this equipment. AVOID CONTINUOUS AGITATION OF THE SPRAY MIXTURE DURING SPRAYING. For ground spraying, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50–400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 1–100 gallons of water per acre (10–950 liters/ha) using hand-pump, air blast, mist blower, or other spray equipment. For aerial application, apply 1.75–14 oz/acre (50-400 g/acre; 123–988 g/ha) of VectoBac WG in 0.25–10 gallons of water per acre (2.4–93.5 liters/ha) through fixed wing or helicopter aircraft equipped with either conventional boom and nozzle system or rotary atomizers to provide uniform coverage of the target area. Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Backpack)Container Mosquito Applications — Direct PlacementGeneral Application Rates General Mixing Instructions Direct (undiluted) applications of VectoBac WG are used to treat water containers in many countries around the globe. Direct application is best suited for treatment of easily located containers with a volume > 50 liters (13.2 gallons), but can be used for smaller containers as well. This approach has delivered extended residual control for up to three months in a variety of container types. Examples of these containers include potable water reservoirs such as earthen or cement jars, plastic or metal drums, and fiberglass or cement tanks. Application rates of 2–8 g per 1000 liters (264 gallons) of container capacity (100–400 mg/50 L) should be used depending on habitat conditions and program objectives. Application may be made with a calibrated scoop or spoon. Monitor for efficacy and residual control by counting numbers of late instar and pupae in treated containers before and after treatment. Initial late instar/pupae reductions should be seen in 72 hours. Re-treatment interval should be based on program objectives. Consult Valent BioSciences for additional technical assistance regarding this approach. Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≥ 50L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass VectoBac WG Application Method* Direct application into containers 2–8g / 1,000 L Application Equipment Calibrated scoop/spoon 1 teaspoon/200 L (dose ~ 8g/1,000L) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Recommended Dilution Rates for VectoBac® WG per Hectare Larval Habitat Covered concrete drains Uncovered concrete drains, roof gutters, sparse vegetation, containers, tires, etc. Trash, dense vegetation, leaf litter, etc. Wide open areas of larval habitat VectoBac WG Application Method 150–200 L (high volume application) 30–60 L (moderate volume application) 15–30 L (low volume application) 7–10 L (ultra-low volume application) Application Equipment Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers Vehicle-mounted ULV sprayers Larval Habitat Water reservoirs ≤ 50 L in volume capacity Container type: • Cement, earthen, plastic, metal, fiberglass • Concrete drainage system • Covered and uncovered drains • Roof gutters • Trash • Tires • Vegetation – leaf axils, tree holes, leaf litter • Natural pools with leaf litter VectoBac WG Application Method* Ground spray 250–500 g/ha (1 ha = 10,000 m2) * Consult your VBC technical specialist to determine optimal application methods to meet your program objectives. Application Equipment Ground spray equipment • Vehicle-mounted sprayers • Motorized backpack or shoulder-carried blowers • Hand-carried pump sprayers Water-Dispersible Granule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 4-6 3/9/15 6:40 PM TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide VectoBac® WG Biological Larvicide is available in the following package sizes: • USA only – 1 lb (0.45 kg) HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 lb (11.3 kg) drums • International only – 0.5 kg HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 kg drums Check with your local distributor or Valent BioSciences technical representative to see what packaging is available in your area. GROUND (VEHICLE-MOUNTED SPRAYING) Tests are currently being conducted by mosquito control professionals globally on how to best apply VectoBac WG through truck-mounted spray equipment. Several tests are showing promise, and results are expected in the near future. Several factors make larviciding for container mosquitoes different from standard ULV adulticiding. The objective of ULV adulticiding is to release an airborne cloud of very small droplets of insecticide that will impinge upon ﬂ ying mosquitoes and deliver a toxic dose to the insect by contact. When spraying microbial larvicides for container mosquito control, the objective is to disperse droplets of larvicide across a targeted area that will then fall into containers and deliver a sufﬁ cient dose to kill mosquito larvae that are ﬁ lter feeding in the water. Selection of spray equipment to achieve appropriate droplet spectra for speciﬁ c environmental conditions is a complex matter. Density of structures and vegetation in the targeted area as well as atmospheric conditions need to be considered. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. AERIAL In 2011, the Florida Keys Mosquito and Vector Control District (U.S.) implemented the world’s ﬁ rst aerial larviciding program to control dengue vectors on a large scale. In 2010, the district developed the method in cooperation with Valent BioSciences Corporation and Helicopter Applicators Inc. in response to an ongoing dengue outbreak. The method has been optimized with support of REMSpC Spray Consulting. Applications are made using six Micronair® AU5000 rotary atomizers operating at 4,000–5,000 rpm on a Bell 206B helicopter. Treatments are made with a spray volume of 0.5 gallons per acre and a Vectobac WG dose of 0.5 lbs/acre. Two hundred-foot swaths are employed at an altitude of 100 feet and an airspeed of 80 mph. Offset spraying is employed during missions based on wind conditions and the AGDISP model applied by REMSpC. Early in 2011, the district began employing this method in conjunction with intensive ground efforts to control Aedes aegypti in Key West. Subsequent research by the district has shown adult population suppression is occurring as a result of the treatments, and Aedes aegypti populations are declining in Key West. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. These types of applications for control of container Aedes are highly specialized. For ground (truck) applications, this approach has only just recently been implemented operationally in Southeast Asia, with the U.S. and Europe currently in the development phase. VectoBac® WG (also known as WDG) Biological Larvicide is a water-dispersible granule formulation of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis strain AM65-52 for control of mosquito larvae. The product has a potency of 3,000 International Toxin Units (ITU) per milligram against Aedes aegypti larvae. It is designed for use in aqueous spray mixes and for direct application to water containers. VectoBac WG was the ﬁ rst bacterial larvicide to complete the World Health Organization Pesticide Evaluation Scheme. Consisting of only Bti strain AM65-52 and food-grade (U.S. EPA list 4) inert ingredients, VectoBac WG has received approval for application in organic crops (U.S.: Organic Materials Review Institute [OMRI] and National Organic Program [NOP] certiﬁ ed) and sensitive habitats in various countries around the world. This versatile formulation allows a variety of application modes and uses for mosquito control. Container species such as Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus are a major source of concern for mosquito abatement agencies across the globe due to their high vectorial capacity. In addition, adulticiding these species can be quite difﬁ cult because of their preference for host seeking and oviposition in the daytime. Various application methods of VectoBac WG complement integrated vector management (IVM) programs that are aimed at reducing these species that have the capacity to transmit dengue, chikungunya, and yellow fever, as well as other arboviruses. BACTER IAL LAR VICIDE Vec toBac® WG WATER DISP ERSIBLE GR A NULE For Organic Production FEATURES • Bacterial larvicide • Highly speciﬁ c activity on mosquitoes • Water-dispersible granule • High-potency dry formulation • Mixes easily in water • First bacterial larvicide to complete the WHO Pesticide Evaluation Scheme • Effective in direct application for residual control of container mosquitoes • Effective in ground and aerial spray application as aerosol or mist droplets for wide-area control of container mosquitoes • Quickly kills mosquito larvae (2–24 hours) BENEFITS • Not harmful to non-target organism populations • Aqueous spray or direct application • ncreased shelf life • Decreased weight to transport • Sprays easily through many equipment types • Consistent, quality product that aligns with international health standards for public health • Application ﬂ exibility for effectively managing dengue and chikungunya disease vectors • Results visible quickly in ﬁ eld Packaging Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Ground Vehicle and Aircraft) Water-DispersibleGranule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 1-3 3/9/15 6:40 PM TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide TECHNICAL USE SHEET VectoBac® WG Bacterial Larvicide VectoBac® WG Biological Larvicide is available in the following package sizes: • USA only – 1 lb (0.45 kg) HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 lb (11.3 kg) drums • International only – 0.5 kg HDPE plastic canisters, packaged 24 per case – 25 kg drums Check with your local distributor or Valent BioSciences technical representative to see what packaging is available in your area. GROUND (VEHICLE-MOUNTED SPRAYING) Tests are currently being conducted by mosquito control professionals globally on how to best apply VectoBac WG through truck-mounted spray equipment. Several tests are showing promise, and results are expected in the near future. Several factors make larviciding for container mosquitoes different from standard ULV adulticiding. The objective of ULV adulticiding is to release an airborne cloud of very small droplets of insecticide that will impinge upon ﬂ ying mosquitoes and deliver a toxic dose to the insect by contact. When spraying microbial larvicides for container mosquito control, the objective is to disperse droplets of larvicide across a targeted area that will then fall into containers and deliver a sufﬁ cient dose to kill mosquito larvae that are ﬁ lter feeding in the water. Selection of spray equipment to achieve appropriate droplet spectra for speciﬁ c environmental conditions is a complex matter. Density of structures and vegetation in the targeted area as well as atmospheric conditions need to be considered. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. AERIAL In 2011, the Florida Keys Mosquito and Vector Control District (U.S.) implemented the world’s ﬁ rst aerial larviciding program to control dengue vectors on a large scale. In 2010, the district developed the method in cooperation with Valent BioSciences Corporation and Helicopter Applicators Inc. in response to an ongoing dengue outbreak. The method has been optimized with support of REMSpC Spray Consulting. Applications are made using six Micronair® AU5000 rotary atomizers operating at 4,000–5,000 rpm on a Bell 206B helicopter. Treatments are made with a spray volume of 0.5 gallons per acre and a Vectobac WG dose of 0.5 lbs/acre. Two hundred-foot swaths are employed at an altitude of 100 feet and an airspeed of 80 mph. Offset spraying is employed during missions based on wind conditions and the AGDISP model applied by REMSpC. Early in 2011, the district began employing this method in conjunction with intensive ground efforts to control Aedes aegypti in Key West. Subsequent research by the district has shown adult population suppression is occurring as a result of the treatments, and Aedes aegypti populations are declining in Key West. Please contact your local Valent BioSciences technical specialist for additional assistance regarding this approach. These types of applications for control of container Aedes are highly specialized. For ground (truck) applications, this approach has only just recently been implemented operationally in Southeast Asia, with the U.S. and Europe currently in the development phase. VectoBac® WG (also known as WDG) Biological Larvicide is a water-dispersible granule formulation of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis strain AM65-52 for control of mosquito larvae. The product has a potency of 3,000 International Toxin Units (ITU) per milligram against Aedes aegypti larvae. It is designed for use in aqueous spray mixes and for direct application to water containers. VectoBac WG was the ﬁ rst bacterial larvicide to complete the World Health Organization Pesticide Evaluation Scheme. Consisting of only Bti strain AM65-52 and food-grade (U.S. EPA list 4) inert ingredients, VectoBac WG has received approval for application in organic crops (U.S.: Organic Materials Review Institute [OMRI] and National Organic Program [NOP] certiﬁ ed) and sensitive habitats in various countries around the world. This versatile formulation allows a variety of application modes and uses for mosquito control. Container species such as Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus are a major source of concern for mosquito abatement agencies across the globe due to their high vectorial capacity. In addition, adulticiding these species can be quite difﬁ cult because of their preference for host seeking and oviposition in the daytime. Various application methods of VectoBac WG complement integrated vector management (IVM) programs that are aimed at reducing these species that have the capacity to transmit dengue, chikungunya, and yellow fever, as well as other arboviruses. BACTER IAL LAR VICIDE VectoBac® W G WATER DI S P ERSIBLE GRANULE For Organic Production FEATURES • Bacterial larvicide • Highly speciﬁ c activity on mosquitoes • Water-dispersible granule • High-potency dry formulation • Mixes easily in water • First bacterial larvicide to complete the WHO Pesticide Evaluation Scheme • Effective in direct application for residual control of container mosquitoes • Effective in ground and aerial spray application as aerosol or mist droplets for wide-area control of container mosquitoes • Quickly kills mosquito larvae (2–24 hours) BENEFITS • Not harmful to non-target organism populations • Aqueous spray or direct application • ncreased shelf life • Decreased weight to transport • Sprays easily through many equipment types • Consistent, quality product that aligns with international health standards for public health • Application ﬂ exibility for effectively managing dengue and chikungunya disease vectors • Results visible quickly in ﬁ eld Packaging Container Mosquito Applications — Wide Area Spray (Ground Vehicle and Aircraft) Water-DispersibleGranule 141737VBC_VectoBac_WG_TechUseSheet_WaterDispersibleGranule_6-Panel.indd 1-3 3/9/15 6:40 PM PRODUCT IDENTIFIER WHMIS CLASSIFICATION Summit B.T.I. Briquets/Mosquito Dunks USEPA Registration# 6218-47 N/L PRODUCT USE Biological Mosquito Larvicide MANUFACTURERS NAME SUPPLIER'S NAME Summit Chemical Company STREET ADDRESS STREET ADDRESS 235 South Kresson Street CITY PROVINCE CITY PROVINCE Baltimore MD POSTAL CODE EMERGENCY TELEPHONE POSTAL CODE EMERGENCY TELEPHONE 21224 800-424-9300 DATE MSDS PREPARED MSDS PREPARED BY PHONE NUMBER 10/30/2007 Jonathan S. Cohen HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (SPECIFIC) % CAS NUMBER LD50 OF INGREDIENT (SPECIFY SPECIES AND ROUTE) LD50 OF INGREDIENT (SPECIFY SPECIES) 10.31 N/L EMERGENCY OVERVIEW N/L WHMIS SYMBOLS N/L NONE SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES SKIN CONTACT N/A INHALATION Remove individual to fresh air. Seek medical if there is difficulty breathing. INGESTION N/A SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLAMMABILITY: NON-FLAMABLE MEANS OF EXTINCTION Use appropriate media for cause of fire FLASHPOINT (°C) AND METHOD N/A UPPER FLAMMABLE LIMIT (% BY VOLUME) N/A LOWER FLAMABLE LIMIT (% BY VOLUME) N/A AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE (°C) N/A EXPLOSION DATA - SENSITIVITY TO IMPACT N/A EXPLOSION DATA - SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE N/A HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS None NFPA NON-FLAMABLE SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES LEAK AND SPILL PROCEDURES EYE CONTACT Material Safety Data Sheet SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis serotype H-14 N/D The acute oral toxicity in both male and female rats was >5,000mg/kg B.W. for technical material used to formulate end product; indicates that material is non-toxic in single doses If in eyes hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call poison control center of doctor for treatment advise. ROUTE OF ENTRY POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE HANDLING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS Reseal unused portions of product. Store in cool, dry, well-ventalated location. SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE LIMITS: N/A ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL OTHER (SPECIFY) N/L N/L SPECIFY ENGINEERING CONTROLS (SUCH AS VENTILATION, ENCLOSED PROCESS) None PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT None IF CHECKED PLEASE SPECIFY TYPE SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES PHYSICAL STATE ODOR AND APPEARANCE ODOUR THRESHOLD (PPM) Solid Beige ring N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY VAPOUR DENSITY (AIR=1) VAPOUR PRESSURE (MMHG) N/A N/A N/A EVAPORATION RATE BOILING POINT (°C) FREEZING POINT (°C) N/A N/A N/A PH COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL. DISTRIBUTION SOLUBILITY IN WATER N/A N/A N/A SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY CHEMICAL STABILITY IF NO UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS Stable INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES IF YES WHICH ONES Yes High alkaline liquids REACTIVITY AND UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS? None HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS None SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE None EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE None IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT Low SKIN SENSITIZATION RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION Appropriate skin sensatization studies in guinea pigs have indicated that the product is a non-sensatizing agent N/D The LC50 in four hour inhalation studies in rats was 25.1 mg/l (actual) of air, the maximum attainable concentration. CARCINOGENICITY- IARC CARCINOGENICITY - ACGIH NL NL REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY TERATOGENICITY NL NL EMBRYOTOXICITY MUTAGENICITY NL NL NAME OF SYNERGIST PRODUCTS/EFFECTS N/A SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION AQUATIC TOXICITY SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS WASTE DISPOSAL Dispose of product in accordance with Federal, State/Provincial, Local regulations. SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION SPECIAL SHIPPING INFORMATION None SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION WHMIS CLASSIFICATION OSHA NL NL SERA TSCA NL NL SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION If product spills and becomes contaminated by another substance dispose of product according to local regulations. If product remains uncontaminated by foreign matter, you may use according to label directions. The product is non-toxic to non-target aquatic organisms