No, Temprid SC is not labeled for use in vegetable gardens.
Temprid SC Insecticide is safe when used as directed, but since birds can be very sensitive to chemicals, we would recommend that they be removed from the treatment area for several hours to allow for it to dry and for any lingering odor to dissipate. It should not be used in any areas that they would then make contact with.
Temprid SC Insecticide is not labeled for lice. Here are the products that we recommend for lice.
Temprid SC would be a great product use in combination with other products needed to effectively eliminate bed bugs. There is not a Temprid Ultra but there is a Tempo SC Ultra, the active ingredient of which is also in the Temprid. Please refer to our How To Get Rid of Bed Bugs guide for the best recommendations and treatment advice.
Temprid SC and Tekko Pro are 2 different products. Temprid SC is an insecticide that provides quick knockdown and long residual control of many different insect pests. Tekko Pro is an insect growth regulator (IGR), which does not kill anything, but stops juvenile pests from growing into adults so that they are unable to reproduce. These two products may be used together in the same tank mix to give you both actions in one spray.
No, Temprid SC is not labeled to be used on shoes or clothing.
There are not any temperature restrictions on when Temprid SC can be applied, except that you should not use insecticides when temperatures are near, at, or below freezing. The best time of day to apply is early in the day or in late afternoon. Applications also need to be done when there isn't any rain expected for 24 hrs and the winds are calm to ensure the product has had time to dry. Please follow the label instructions for details on your treatment.
Temprid SC Insecticide typically dries within 1 to 2 hours.
Once the treated area is dry after applying Temprid SC Insecticide it is safe.
The Temprid SC Insecticide mixture should be used within 24 hours of mixing and then the sprayer should be triple rinsed (including wand and nozzle).
Temprid SC Insecticide would be the better option over Suspend Polyzone as some strains of bed bugs have some resistant to the active ingredient. Sprays alone are not enough to eliminate an infestation though. We have a guide that can help explain what should be done and what other productst to use to get the most success. "How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs"
The Temprid SC product label states that it must be mixed and applied using at least a 1-gallon sprayer.
Although Temprid SC Insecticide technically does have termites on the label, it is not really the best choice. We would recommend using a termiticide like Taurus SC instead. You can find more information on doing a complete treatment for termites in our Termite Control Guide.
Per the Temprid SC product label:
If on skin: • Take off any contaminated clothing.
• Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
Yes, Temprid SC Insecticide is labeled to control boxelder bugs. It is mixed at 0.27-0.54 oz. (8-16 milliliters) per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft area. Temprid can be used inside of a hose end sprayer. Be sure to check the settings for the correct dosage you are using.
Yes, we can sell Temprid FX to you if you live in the State of California.