Hexaflumuron

Description

A common name for insect growth regulator (IGR) insecticide used in several termite control products registered to Dow AgroSciences LLC. Hexaflumuron is an odorless white solid that is formulated into low-concentration solid briquettes that are contained within tamper-resistant bait stations. It act by disrupting chitin synthesis in developing termites. Chitin is the main component of the termite exoskeleton. Hexaflumuron and its end-use termite bait products are registered by the EPA for use to protect structures against subterranean termite colonies. It is used in both above-ground and in-ground bait stations as part of a termite monitoring and control program. Target sites can include buildings, fences, utility poles, decking, landscape plantings, trees, and other wood structures that can be damaged by termite foraging and feeding.

Risks

• Hexaflumuron is highly toxic to aquatic invertebrate organisms.
• Sigma-Aldrich: SDS

Resources and Citations

• Nan-Yao Su, Jamey D. Thomas, Rudolf H. Scheffrahn, "Elimination of Subterranean Termite Populations from the Statue of Liberty National Monument Using a Bait Matrix Containing an Insect Growth Regulator, Hexaflumuron" JAIC Vol 37(3):282-92, 1998.

• Epests Control: Hexaflumuron