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  • Asked by C.
    08/19/2010
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    Once the product dries, is there any toxic effect to people?
    I read the MSDS sheet, and I could not find any information on once the product dries or if it continues to have the same warnings as in liquid form. Also, nothing about reactivity of the product if it becomes wet. Thank you.
    A
    No. As with most insecticide products, the danger is when the product is liquid. People (except for the applicator) and pets should be out of the area while the product is applied, and they can safely re-enter the area after the product has dried. Archer will not re-constitute once it has dried.
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    46 of 47 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Anonymous from Georgia
    02/21/2013
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    Can you use Archer IGR, Permethrin SFR, and Deltamethrin together?
    Have a bad problem with fleas in yard.
    A
    You can use Archer IGR + Permethrin and you can use Archer IGR + Deltamethrin but you should not mix all 3 chemicals together because Permethrin and Deltamethrin are from the same class of chemicals and it would be like essentially just doubling the dose of either product. Instead you should mix Permethrin or Deltamethrin + Archer IGR + a pyrethrin such as Exciter. The pyrethrin would give you the really fast knockdown, the deltamethrin/permethrin would give you the long lasting residual and the Archer IGR would help break the breeding cycle.
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    41 of 41 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Marti
    08/28/2010
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    Will my dog get sick if she chews on mulch that has been sprayed with Archer IGR and Conquer?
    My concern is that one dog likes to occasionally chew on the wood mulch (and acorns that fall into that area). Is this a health concern for the dog?
    A
    In most circumstances the dog would have to ingest a lot of the treated mulch and acorns for there to be a health risk. Once these products are diluted and sprayed there is only a very minute amount of the active ingredients applied, only enough to have an effect on an insect.
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    23 of 24 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Gail
    03/17/2011
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    Can I use Archer IGR with a hose end sprayer? How much would I need for 1/4 acre?
    I run a doggy day care with about 1/4 acre of yard. I want to apply the product quicker than with a gallon sprayer.
    A
    You can use Archer IGR in a hose end sprayer. You will need to apply 1 ounce of Archer IGR per 1,500 sq ft. You can mark of a 1,500 sq ft area, add the appropriate amount of ArcherIGR to the hose end sprayer and then spray until the container is empty. The exact amount of water you use isn't very important, you just need to make sure you are using the correct amount of product per 1,500 sq ft. In areas with thicker, denser vegetation you will need to use a bit more water to help the product get to the soil where these pests harbor. One bottle of Archer IGR should be enough for at least 2 treatments on a 1/4 acre property.
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    20 of 24 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kim
    07/07/2010
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    How much Archer IGR would I need to treat one acre of land?
    A
    The usage rate will depend on the insect you are trying to treat, but you will either need 1 or 2 ounces of product per 1,000 sq ft. Since there are 43,560 sq ft per acre, you will need 3-6 bottles of Archer IGR if you actually want to treat the entire acre. Most pests require that you only treat targeted areas, for example if you were treating for fleas you would only need to treat moist, shady areas and areas where animals spend a lot of time.
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    19 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Andrew
    08/17/2010
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    Would using Suspend SC and Archer work for indoor and outdoor use?
    I am trying to find the best combination for my cat flea problem. I've read Suspend SC and Archer are good products. I would like to know if I can use them in a mixture together? Will they work outdoors and indoors? Are there any other products you would recommend instead of Suspend C and/or Archer?
    A
    Suspend SC would not be a good choice for indoor flea control because it can not be used over carpeted areas, it must be kept to cracks and crevices only. A better choice would be Tengard SFR in combination with the Archer IGR. These products can be mixed together and used both indoors and outdoors for flea control.
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    15 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Holly from Orlando
    04/03/2014
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    Does Archer IGR have an expiration date?
    I don't see an expiration date. What is the shelf life?
    A
    Archer IGR has a three year shelf life from the date of purchase if kept away from extreme temperatures.
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    14 of 16 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Gary from Nc
    05/02/2012
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    Can I mix bifen Xts and Archer for flea and tick control outdoors?
    A
    You can mix Bifen XTS and Archer IGR together for flea and tick control outdoors.
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    12 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Theresa from Winter Springs, Fl
    03/04/2012
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    How much archer and conquer per gallon of water for fleas outdoors?
    I just wanted to know the ratio of archer and conquer to 1 gal of water for treating fleas in my yard, also ants. I have a 1500 sq ft yard am using a hand held gallon pump sprayer.
    A
    This question is kind of tough if you only have a one gallon hand pump sprayer to apply the product.  When treating fleas in the yard you should water the product in.  You should apply 1 ounce of archer IGR per gallon of water and for conquer, you are supposed to apply 1/3 fluid ounces (or 10 ml) in 6 gallons of water and apply this over 1000 square feet.  Best way to do this is to just mix 1 ounce of Archer IGR, and 1/3 oz. of conquer in your gallon of water, apply that over 1000 square feet, and then water in with a few gallons of water over your yard so that solution gets into the thatch layer where the flea larvae or residing.
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    12 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Benny
    06/11/2011
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    Can I use Archer with Permethrin SFR?
    A
    Absolutely.  Archer IGR can be added to any insecticide with no issues.
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    11 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Traci from Wheeling, Il
    10/17/2014
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    How long does Archer take to dry? Can I lock my cats in the bathroom while treating the house?
    A
    How long it will take to dry will depend entirely on how heavily you sprayed Archer and how well the air circulation in the home is. It could take 30 minutes up to 2 hours for a full dry time so keeping the cats out of the treated are for at least 2 hours should be sufficient.
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    10 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kyle from Green Bay, Wi
    06/24/2015
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    How effective is Archer IGR in controlling the population of bed bugs?
    A
    Archer IGR is not labeled to control bed bugs.  Many customers have had great success with the Gentrol IGR for bed bugs, as it is the only IGR that has been proven to work on bed bug reproductive cycles. While it is not guaranteed 100% of the time, many see significant differences when using the product in the speed in which they eliminate the infestation
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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jay from Harrisburg Pa
    05/02/2013
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    I am using Talstar for Mosquito's. Is there any advantage or effectiveness to adding an IGR?
    A
    Yes, adding an IGR such as Archer IGR will help to stop the reproduction process. The immature mosquitoes will become sterile.
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    8 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dcp123 from San Francisco, Ca
    08/21/2017
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    Can Archer IGR be used outdoors where food is grown?
    A

    Archer IGR should not be applied to edible vegetation or where it may drift onto edible vegetation.

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Andrew from Oregon
    05/03/2012
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    Can I use Archer IGR this for ornamental treatment?
    It appears the label does not allow for any kind of plant application unless considered a perimeter treatment (ie adjacent or next to a structure). Is this correct? We are currently considering this as an addition to our barrier treatments for mosquito resting places. (arborvitaes, shrubbery, ornamentals, etc.) But although Demand can be sprayed on this kind of vegetation, it appears this cannot? Is this correct?
    A
    The Archer IGR product label does say that you can spray any where mosquitoes or other target pests spend time breeding or resting (please see product label for restrictions when using by a natural body of water). We contacted Syngenta, the manufacturer, just to be sure as the product label is a bit vague. They did say that you can use Archer IGR in lawns, landscape plantings and on ornamentals and in outdoor residential settings which pretty much covers any where you needed to apply Archer.
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    7 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Niki from Lanham, Md
    06/27/2017
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    Can I mix Archer IGR and Permethrin SFR?
    Can I mix with archer IGR and permethrin SFR to kill the roach and stop them growing? How to mix? How much of each mix with water together? How often?
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    Yes, Archer IGR and Permethrin SFR can be mixed together and applied at the same time. The mixing rate is 1 2/3 fl oz of Permethrin SFR and 1 fl oz of Archer IGR per gallon of water. This can be done every 21 days as needed. Be sure to use a bait gel, such as Maxforce Magnum as well inside of cabinets and drawers. Be careful not to spray the bait with insecticides because it will contaminate it and the roaches will not consume it.

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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Stephen
    06/14/2011
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    How should I apply Archer IGR and Tengard SFR for chiggers outdoors?
    I just purchased some Archer IGR and And some Tengard SFR for my CHIGGER problem. Can you tell me when is the best time to apply each product to where I kill all adults and any eggs from hatching? I know I apply the SFR termiticide and insecticide first. But I am not sure when I need to apply the Archer IGR to keep the eggs from hatching. Also how long should I wait before doing another round of treatments?
    A
    Tengard SFR and Archer IGR can be mixed into the same gallon of water and sprayed at the same time. Both products can be used every 14 days outdoors. You should note that neither Archer IGR nor Tengard SFR are labled for use on chiggers and may only provide you with limited results. Treatments for chiggers should begin in May and could need to continue through the summer as new chiggers move into the area. Treating the entire lawn is of little benefit because chiggers avoid direct sunlight and normally will not infest areas that are mowed or otherwise well maintained. Focus treatment on the unkempt areas of the lawn and lawn edge.
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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ruth from Texas
    03/10/2017
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    Can Archer IGR be used indoors on hardwood floors?
    A

    Archer IGR can be applied to hardwood floors as a crack and crevice treatment only. This means along baseboards, under and around appliances, behind bookcases, door and window frames, inside cabinets and closets, etc per the product label. 

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tamara from Portland Oregon
    01/10/2012
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    Which IGR is best for my home with both wood and carpet floors; I have an infestation.
    I had flea busters come 5 weeks ago and we still have fleas and one orange cat.
    A
    Archer IGR and Precor IGR are the most popular IGRs for flea treatments and either one would do a great job for you. You should note that even with the best flea treatments it can take a few months to totally get rid of the flea infestation.
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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tamara from Saint Michaels, Maryland
    01/06/2012
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    Does Archer effectiveness break down on dog beds after washing them in the laundry?
    I just bought Archer to address an indoor flea problem. I will apply to dog beds but want to ensure it will still be effective if I launder them in water/soap a few times over the next several months. And, if I apply it to wood floors, will Archer still be effective after I've cleaned them with water/soap based products? Thank you.
    A
    If you wash an item with soap and water that has been treated with Archer you will be washing away the product as well and will need to reapply it. It is recommended that you wash the items or areas first, then spray Archer and let it sit in place for at least two weeks before you wash it away.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
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