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Allen Dick said:

> What do you know about oxalic acid in this regard?  From what I have
> been reading, oxalic is as effective, or more effective than formic, and
> easier to apply consistently in some circumstances.


I guess the best description for oxalic acid would be "a naturally occurring toxin",
found in very low levels in many foods".

It certainly is NOT on the "Generally Recognized As Safe" list.

And while it may be is "easier to use" than Formic, I don't think it would be
easier to "register as a pesticide" than formic.


        jim

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