Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not meant for use on edibles due to the inert ingredients in it. We would recommend contacting the manufacturer directly at 888-241-8088 for additional information on off label use.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate and Suspend SC are both insecticides and there would be no valid reason to use them mixed together, one is just natural and the other synthetic. Applying multiple insecticides together does not make either work better and can actually have negative effects of making an area more repellent where insects will avoid the treated areas and neither can do the job of killing them then. Instead it would be best to use either one along with a roach bait and insect growth regulator as directed in our guide here for roach treatments.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is all natural product that is safe when used as directed and should not induce asthma. That being said not all reactions for every person could be the same or known. We would recommend checking directly with your doctor if you are have any concerns.
For Mosquito Control, Essentria IC3 is labeled to be used around water areas such as docks, boats, ponds, but also used for periemter treatments around the home on trees, shrubs, and bushes. .
Fly Control is best obtained using a fly trap such as the Flies Be Gone Trap. This trap is to be placed in direct sunlight, 30ft away from the area you are wanting to rid flies of and placed 5ft off the ground. These traps are disposoble so you just throw them away after 4-6 weeks.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate will kill mosquitoes by direct contact or contact with the residual, so exactly how long it takes to kill a mosquito may vary from a few minutes to hours, depending on how much active ingredient an insect picks up.
Essentria IC3 is not labeled to be applied to anything edible so we would not recommend this. PyGanic Crop Protection EC 1.4 II would be a better option.
You could potentially add 1-2 oz of the Essentria IC3 to a gallon of Talstar P dilution for extra knockdown of target pests. However, these insecticides cover pretty much the same target pests, so most customers will not use both at the same time. Essentria IC3 is safe to use in more areas, than Talstar P, such as near boat docks or bodies of water, while Talstar P will have a longer residual than Essentria.
Mavrik would be the best product to use for Mosquito control when concerned about bees and butterflies. Mavrik Perimeter is for outdoor use and is known for its immediate control of a variety of insects including stubborn mosquitoes and ants. With Mavrik Perimeter there is no lingering odor or visible residue and when dry it is non toxic and non repellent to honey bees once the application is dry.
Yes, you can use Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate You will use 2-8 oz. per gallon of water and apply at the rate of 2 gallons per 1000 sq. ft.
It would be best to apply Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate by sprayer. You could use a backsprayer like the Chapin 4 gallon backpack sprayer. By spraying you get a more even application.
Essentria IC3 should only be applied to cracks and crevices to interior areas (not on furniture or vehicles) and exterior applications per the product label. We do carry Steri-Fab that can be applied to upholstered areas and the interior of the vehicle.
The Geraniol 600 in Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate causes the strong lingering odor.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for use in grazing areas.
Essentria IC3 has a rather strong odor. It consists of multiple essential oils, including peppermint which give it a pleasant mint smell when applied. You may want to check out Evergreen Pyrethrum Concentrate. It is a natural product with very little smell that the SDS lists as “sweet surfactant odor.”
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for springtails. If you are wanting to use a natural product for springtail elimination, EcoVia EC is a great option. Please take a look at our Springtail Control Guide for helpful tips regarding springtail control.
The best way to control booklice is by lowering the humidity in the infested areas which in turn will help eliminate the mold and fungus these insects need to survive. Infested furniture and carpeting should be thoroughly steam cleaned and vacuumed. You can spray your furniture with Sterifab to get rid of any lingering insects. You cannot spray anything on books so for those we recommend you find a way to heat treat them with a device like the Packtite or you can seal them loosely into bins with Nuvan Prostrips.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for use in grazing areas. Depending on what you are treating for, you may be able to use Essentria All Purpose Insecticide instead.