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  • Asked by Renae from Grandin, Mo
    11/16/2017
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    Is Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth human consumable, also?
    Can humans take this as a detox?
    A

    No, Harris Food Grade Diotonaceous Earth is not safe for humans to use or to consume; it is only for use for animals as listed on the product label.

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    33 of 45 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Andron from Wis
    11/03/2018
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    Is Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth safe for human consumption? Which one is?
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    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is food grade, however, it is not safe for HUMAN CONSUMPTION. DO NOT EAT. We do not carry any Diatomaceous Earth that is labeled for human consumption. 

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    28 of 38 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by R from Cincinnati, Ohio
    07/24/2018
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    Is Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth as effective on insects as Diatomaceous Earth 85%?
    A

    These products are labeled for different uses.  Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is labeled for use as a feed supplement, not as an insecticide like the Diatomaceous Earth 85%.  

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    21 of 28 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lulu from Lancaster, Ca
    06/09/2018
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    Is Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth safe to be used in a house with kids?
    I understand this is food grade but not safe for human consumption. I want to use it around the house and I have two kids. Would it be safe to use?
    A

    As long as Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is used according to the label it will not be harmful in a household where children are present. 

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    18 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chris from Tempe
    06/04/2018
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    Can Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth be used kill ticks in the home?
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    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is not labeled to treat indoor for ticks. We suggest using our Indoor Tick Kit. It contains the professional pest control products needed to successfully treat active infestations of ticks indoors. You may also want to look over our Tick Control guide for more information.  

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    11 of 17 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ann from Crescent City Florida
    03/29/2023
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    I have extensively checked into Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth and you are the only one stating this product unsafe for human consumption.
    A

    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth does not list anything on the label that indicates it is safe for human consumption so we cannot recommend doing so.  It is only labeled as a Feed supplement for Goats, Sheep, Swine, Cattle, Horses, Fowl, Poultry, Dogs and Cats.  We have to go by how the manufacturer has it labeled which is law.

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    7 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Randy from Whitehouse
    05/10/2019
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    Is the Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth safe for human consumption?
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    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is not labeled for human consumption. 

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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by David from Tulsa Oklahoma
    05/17/2019
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    Is Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth poisonous to pets?
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    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is pet safe when used as directed.

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    5 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Eddie
    07/18/2018
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    How often do you put Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth in the cat food?
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    The manufacturer for Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth does not provide intervals for how often you can give your pet and states they cannot advise on this for liability reasons.  You may try checking with your vet for further information on a safe interval.

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    4 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Helen from Darlington, Sc
    06/10/2021
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    Can Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth be used to treat for Bed Bugs?
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    No, Harris Food Grade Diotonaceous Earth its not labeled for bed bug treatments. The most effective dust for bed bugs would be Cimexa Dust and should be used in combination with a residual insecticide, and contact/residual aerosol for treating all the areas where bed bugs hide. 

    Bed Bugs require a combination of products and repeat treatments every 7-10 days until you can go 30 days without seeing any activity or without getting bit. Please take a look at our Bed Bug Kits and the How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs Treatment Guide for step by step instructions on a successful treatment program. 

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Vickie from Donalds Sc
    09/07/2021
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    Does Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth earth kill honey bees?
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    Yes, any typic of Diatomaceous Earth product including Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth could kill bees including honey bees that contact the product.

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  • Asked by Zee
    12/04/2021
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    Does Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth come with a duster or spray duster or is the purchased separately?
    A

    The Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth does come with the powder duster for easy and efficient application.

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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sherri from Weirton, Wv
    12/13/2021
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    Can I put Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth on my little dog for fleas?
    A

    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is labeled for use as a feed supplement, not as an insecticide. It is recommended to treat your pets with a product registered for flea control. If it is an older pet, we suggest consulting with a local vet for recommendations.

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  • Asked by David from Salt Lake City, Utah
    10/15/2024
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    I have used Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth as an insecticide round my stove is the powder harmful?
    The smell seems to last a long time what should I do?
    A

    Harris Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is a food grade product & not intended for pest control. We would recommend removing the product such as via sweeping or vacuum and clean surfaces with hot soapy water.

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