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A versatile liquid formulation that is excellent for control of lesser grain borers, Indian meal moths, saw-toothed grain beetles and other stored product insects. Diacon® IGR is approved virtually everywhere stored product insects are a problem — farm storage, large silos, seed storage and more. It goes where stored product insects go, interrupting their life cycles, providing long-term control and profit protection.

Functions: Insecticide, Larvicide

Insecticide Target Species: Flour Beetles, Indian Meal Moths, Moths, Sawtooth Grain Beetles, Weevils

Application Technique: Aerial Application, Aerosols, Pre-Storage, Sprayers

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Agrochemical Functions
Technologies
Active Ingredient
  • (S)-Methoprene (CAS# 65733-16-6) - 33.6%
  • OTHER INGREDIENTS: - 66.4%
  • TOTAL - 100.0%

*Contains petroleum distillates
This product contains 2.5 lb/gallon (288 grams/liter) (S)-Methoprene active ingredient

  1. EPA Reg. No. 2724-427
  2. EPA Est. No. 2724-TX-1

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Labeled for all stored commodities
  • The active ingredient (S)-methoprene
  • Broad-spectrum control
  • Apply directly to grain stream
  • Apply as a fogging concentrate or a surface spray
  • CODEX Approved
  • Perfect tank-mix partner with Centynal™ EC Insecticide
  • EPA Tolerance Exempt

Application Rates And Usage

  • 4 oz per 1,000 bushels of commodity
  • 1 ml treats 1,000 square feet of grain surface as a top dressing
  • 3 ml treats 10,000 cubic feet of warehouse area
  • Always follow label directions
  • Application rates vary by commodity, see label for complete directions. 
Application Rates

Diacon® IGR Application Rates (Per 1,000 Bushels) in Solution

Commodity fl. oz.
Wheat 4
Corn 4
Sorghum (Milo) 4
Barley 4
Rice 4
Oats 4
Peanuts** 4
Sunflower 4
Other (See label)  

 

 

 

Directions For Use

It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Apply DIACON® IGR to any food commodity (including but not limited to: cereal grains, corn, sunflower, canola, legumes, popcorn, wheat, spices, sorghum, rice, cocoa, peanuts, oats, millet, and processed or non-processed commodities readied for packaging) for control of insect larvae. DIACON® IGR may also be used to treat bulk or bagged pet food, livestock feed components and finished livestock feed, birdseed, or any other dry animal feed. DIACON® IGR may be applied to any seed stock. Treated commodities may be processed immediately.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Technical Details & Test Data

Dilution Rates

Diacon® IGR Dilution Rates

Application

On-grain application with water as carrier

5 gal. of solution per 1,000 bu.

On-grain application with food grade oil as carrier***

1 gal. of solution per 1,000 bu.

Rice spray with carrier as water

10 gal. of solution per 1,000 bu.

Fogging - aerosol generators****

1/10 fl. oz. per 10,000 cu. ft.

 

***Apply at the oil manufacturer’s label application rate
**** Follow equipment manufacturer instructions for amount of diluent

Safety & Health

Precautionary Statements – Hazards To Humans & Domestic Animals Caution

Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash clothing before reuse

FIRST AID

  • IF IN EYES
  1. Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes.
  3. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
  • IF ON SKIN
  1. Take off contaminated clothing.
  2. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
  • IF SWALLOWED
  1. Immediately call a poison control center or doctor. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give ANY liquid to the person. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

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