Diatomaceous Earth
Action/Use:
- Insecticide
Use:
Carrier; filter aid for insecticides; inert diluent used in dry concentrates; bulking agent for dusts; anti-caking agent. Insecta-Kill* is used as an organic insecticide.
Chemistry
Properties: Approx. 90% silica. Oil absorption, 135-185%; screen analysis, 325 mesh; bulk density, 8-15 lb./cu. ft.; pH7. Compatible, stable with toxicants. Free-flowing for good grindability. Inert, with some solubility in strong acids or alkalis.
Environmental Guidelines
Water Solubility: Negligible
Safety Guidelines
Toxicity: Nontoxic
Handling/storage Cautions: Avoid creating, breathing quantities of dust
Suppliers and Branded Products
Basic Producers:
Biofa AG (SilicoSec*)
Biofix Agro Products, Co. (Insecta-Kill*)
Formulators' Trade Names:
Winfield Solutions, LLC (Dryacide*)
Discontinued Names:
SureFire* D-E Plus*
Tox-R*
