Bifen IT & Talstar P Professional Insecticide are essentially the same product. They have the same active, residual, same dilution rates, just made by different manufacturers.
Depending on what you're treating for, we almost always recommend using an IGR such as NyGuard IGR with Bifen IT. If you are just doing prevention there is no need to use one or when treating for pests such as spiders or ants. However, other insects such as mosquitoes, fleas, etc do require one.
Bifen IT is extremely toxic to fish if it touches the water. We would advise keeping a safe distance between the tanks & where you're spraying the product. Otherwise, you may consider using EcoVia EC which is safe around aquatic life. Just keep in mind that it will have a lingering smell unlike the Bifen.
We would recommend contacting a medical professional about Bifen IT coming into contact with your skin. We cannot advise on this as we are not doctors and as stated on the product label in regards to if this product comes into contact with your skin, "- Take off contaminated clothing. - Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. - Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice."
Bifen IT does not need to be watered in for general pest control.
Bifen IT will last up to 30 days outdoors, keep in mind a surfactant is not required with this product. You can reapply at 7 day intervals at the lowest rate if needed for heavy pest pressure or once a month at the high rate.
Yes you can use Bifen IT in your boom sprayer. Please refer to the product label for complete instructions on your target application.
How many applications it will take to completely eliminate clovers mites will depend on the level of infestation. Bifen IT can be applied outdoors every 30 days for clover mites and other listed insects when used as the highest rate, or every 7 days at the lower rate. You may also take a few moments to read over our article on clover mite control to learn how to implement a successful control program that includes non chemical steps.
Yes, Bifen IT is toxic to fish & other aquatic life. It will also kill bees that come in contact with treated areas
Yes, you can use Bifen IT in your mounted tank sprayer. Please refer to the product label for complete instructions on your target application.
No, Bifen IT is not labeled for use on fabrics or upholstery.
Bifen IT will not kill trees only listed insects. It is known to be very gentle on trees, shrubs, and other vegetation.
Bifen IT will kill any gnats that come into contact with a treated area at a rate of 1 oz per gallon of water to treat 1,000 sq. ft. You may want to look over our article on Getting Rid of Gnats for more information.
Yes, you can spray Bifen IT from a Stihl SR 200 backpack sprayer.
Bifen IT is mixed at 1 oz per gallon of water per 1000 sq ft. This really needs to be applied every 30-90 days.
Bifen IT is considered a repellent because insects can detect it. This does not mean they are truly repelled from the area they can just choose to avoid it as they know something is there. They must contact the treated area to be effected by the product though.
Bifen IT cannot be applied near any fruit that will be consumed. While you do not need to pull the plants, you just won't be able to consume the fruit for up to a year.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for tick control.
