In article <[log in to unmask]>, Andy Nachbaur
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> It is not a new chemical, or one with
>inherent dangers to the public or the beekeeper, only a new use of a
                                        ^^^^^^^^
>old natural occurring chemical, and one at that which has been approved
>in other countries.
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Andy,
 
I think that this statement is a little missleading.
 
My understanding is that formic acid is a particular nasty chemical and
should really be used in a fume cupboard. I believe that it can also be
absorbed through the skin. It is not, therefore, without danger to the
beekeeper.
 
 
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