Surefire Trepidex 500 Insecticide

Tips For Use

General Instructions:

• Thorough coverage is essential.
• Spray in the evening when bees are not foraging.
• Apply soon after mixing.
• Compatible with most other pesticides.
• Incompatible with spraying oils, some emulsifiable concentrates and alkaline solutions such as Bordeaux mixture or lime sprays.

Mixing:

• Add the required quantity of Surefire Trepidex to water in the spray vat while stirring or with agitators in motion.
• Use immediately after mixing.

Application:

• Good pest control requires even, thorough coverage of the target area.
• The application should be made using appropriate spray equipment and sufficient water to provide adequate penetration and coverage.
• Equipment settings and water volume may need to vary, depending on the growth stage of the crop.

Compatibility:

• Surefire Trepidex is compatible with most commonly used insecticides and fungicides including Antracol.
• As formulations of other manufacturers’ products are beyond the manufacturer’s control, all mixtures should be tested prior to mixing commercial quantities.
• As changes in climatic conditions can alter the sensitivity of plants to mixtures, the manufacturer cannot be responsible for the behaviour of such mixtures.

Precaution
Re-entry Period:

• Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray deposits have dried.
• When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and elbow-length PVC gloves.
• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.

Protections:

Protection Of Livestock

• Dangerous to bees. (Bees – Highly toxic initially but safe once spray has dried)
• Do not spray any plants that are in flower while bees are foraging.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And Environment

• Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
• Do not contaminate streams, rivers or watercourses with the Trepidex chemical or used containers.

Storage:

• Store in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• Product is poisonous if absorbed by skin contact, inhaled or swallowed.
• Repeated minor exposure may have a cumulative poisoning effect.
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
• Do not inhale spray mist.
• When opening the container, preparing spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves, goggles, impervious footwear and a half-face respirator with combined dust and gas canister.
• If clothing becomes contaminated with the product or wet with spray, remove clothing immediately.
• If products are on the skin, immediately wash the area with soap and water. After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water.
• After each day’s use, wash gloves, goggles, respirator (and if rubber, wash with detergent and warm water) and contaminated clothing.

First Aid Instructions:

• If swallowed, splashed on skin or in eyes, or inhaled, contact a Poisons Information Centre. Phone 13 11 26 or a doctor at once.
• Remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly.
• If swallowed, activated charcoal may be advised.
• Give atropine if instructed.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

​This information and product advice is not intended to be advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​