Riptide 5.0% will only kill insects while it is wet. This is a contact kill-only product so once it is dry, it is completely safe, and completely gone leaving no residuals behind.
If staining or a spill of the Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV had occurred on the concrete, we would recommend using an absorbent product such as sand, kitty litter, or similar material to soak up as much of the residue from the porous surface of the concrete as you can. If a stain remains, you may need to try a pressure washer or a concrete stain remover from a hardware store.
Per the Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV product label, to get the mix rate for a 125-gallon tank you should multiply the system tank size in gallons by fluid ounces of concentrate per gallon of water (1.16) and that'll give you, 145 oz of solution needed to use in a 125 gallon.
Riptide does not have a residual effect after it is dry. This will only kill the fleas you hit directly with it. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Fleas for more information on a successful flea control program.
Riptide 5.0% will only kill insects while it is wet. This is a contact kill only product so once it is dry, there is no residual left behind. Bifen IT is a great product labeled for flies that will continue to work after it dries as it leaves behind a residual for up to 30 days outdoors and 90 days indoors. You may view the full product label here for more information and complete application instructions.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is labeled to treat mosquitoes. However, it is a contact kill and leaves no residual behind. We suggest following the steps in our mosquito guide and using the products in our Mosquito Control Kit.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is not labeled for use on fruit trees or other edible plants, so we cannot recommend that application.
You may consider a product such as Ferti-Lome Triple Action which can be used on fruit trees and other edibles up to the day of harvest. Using a hand pump or backpack sprayer, mix 1 oz. per gallon of water and spray plants until wet but not dripping,
Please view the full product label for more information and specific rates for your application.
No, Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is not labeled for for rodent or biting mites and cannot be used inside homes for them.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is specifically formulated for use in foggers and misting systems and would only work well for quick control of flying insects but it does not offer a long lasting residual. This cannot be used around bodies of water where there is aquatic life.
For treating around the lake EcoVia EC is labeled for a broad range of insects around bodies of water and for a residual spray to treat areas around the home or structure, Onslaught FastCap Spider and Scorpion Insecticide along with with an IGR like Tekko Pro would be recommended.
Both EcoVia EC and Onlsaught + Tekko Pro should be applied using a backpack sprayer or pump sprayer.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV does not list attic as an application site on the label however Shockwave Fogging Concentrate:is labeled for spiders and can be used in attics. Please view the product label for more information.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is a mosquito control product designed for applications in residential misting systems if you have a 30-55 gallon drum with nozzles on your home, or you can mix it in a standard tank sprayer alone or with a residual insecticide to treat bushes and surfaces where mosquitoes or insects may be present. There would not be a reason to spray a patio with this product.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV will only kill those roaches that are out in the open at the time you are fogging. How long it takes to kill can depend on how much contact you make with the roaches and age and health of the roaches. it can take a few minutes up to a few hours.
No, Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is not for use on furniture or for indoor residential use.
You could use Riptide 5.0% Pyrehtrin ULV with a ULV fogger to kill those out in the open at the time you do so. It is labeled for mosquitoes, ticks, midges and flies. We recommend reading over the product label for a complete list and instructions.
For residual control, Onslaught is labeled for a wide variety of small flying insects including gnats, midges and other small biting flies and should help reduce the amount of midges on your property. Be sure to spray the areas where you have noticed the midges landing or resting as Onslaught will only eliminate those insects that land on treated areas. Please refer to the product label for mixing and application instructions.
Riptide would only offer a quick knockdown. We would recommend applying the liquids in our Professional Mosquito Control Kit in the mist blower and focusing on the undersides of the foliage, dense areas, shady/damp areas, lawns and other areas listed where there is pest pressure. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article for additional pro tips on How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes.
You can use 3.2 ounces of Riptide to 32 oz of water for the lowest usage rate. You can use higher usage rates if needed as well. Here is a usage rate chart: https://www.domyown.com/msds/Riptide-Rate-Chart.pdf
Riptide 5.0% will only kill insects while it is wet. This is a contact kill only product so once it is dry, it is completely safe, and completely gone leaving no residual behind.
Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV can be used in mosquito misting systems or in backpack mist blowers for mosquito control. There is no residual with this product, so as soon as it’s dry, it will no longer be active in killing. If you’re looking for products that can provide up to a 30 day outdoor residual, we would recommend our Mosquito Control Kits. The products in the kit are also effective on fleas, ticks, and numerous other common household and lawn pests.
For details regarding your request, please find the Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV SDS and look under toxicological information.
