Formic acid ? Here is the right stuff >From: [log in to unmask] >Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 10:02:28 -0400 (EDT) >To: Walter Patton <[log in to unmask]> >Subject: Re: Formic Acid > >Dear Mr. Patton< > >Formic acid is caustic and should be handled with care. >It is my understanding that burns from formic acid do >cause pain, the problem is that the injury is so rapid >that by the time you feel the pain the damage may have >been done. Because formic acid is hazardous, exposure >limits have been established by OSHA for worker safety. >According to the information I have the time-weighted- >average is 5ppm. > >Individuals differ in their ability to detect formic acid >but no one should rely on odor. Respirators, chemical >resistant gloves, safety goggles, and other protective >equipment must be worn when handling formic acid. > >Research in Europe and North America has shown that >formic acid is effective against the both Varroa and the >tracheal mite. I believe the first label submitted to >EPA will be only for the control of the tracheal mite. > >I am told that, some queen losses have been reported by >users of formic acid. However, the same sources tell me >that, with experience, users soon learn how and when to >use formic acid. > >Will see you in Kona if you have further questions. > >H. Shimanuki > > > > > Walter & Elisabeth Patton, 27-703 A Ka' ie'ie Rd., Papaikou HI.,96781 Ph./Fax. 808-964-5401 E-Mail hihoney@ilhawaii Beekeeper and Bed & Breakfast Owner in Hawaii http://www.alohamall.com/hamakua/hihoney.htm http://www.alohamall.com/hamakua/beeware.htm http://www.alohamall.com/hamakua/lamalani.htm