David from Indianapolis writes
When used as a spray for ant and Cockroach control, mixed with another product, say tempo SC ultra, how does it help kill the pest? Through ingestion or through picking it up on their bodies? Thank you!
Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate is one of a family of borate compounds (containing boron and oxygen), which are considered absolutely toxic to insects. Borate compounds like Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate utilize a stop-feed mode of action. Stop-feed means that the active ingredient DOT disrupts the enzyme and digestive systems of the insect, preventing future digestion and causing death by starvation. This can happen by contact or ingestions when the insect grooms themselves.
Answer last updated on: 06/12/2014
