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News Release
New DuPont™ Advion®
Ant Gel Receives EPA Registration PMPs Will Gain Reliable Control of Multiple Ant Species
with Advion®
Ant Gel’s New Chemistry and Novel Mode of Action
Contact: Brenda Franke Jeanne Murphy
302-999-5423 207-221-3059
Brenda.franke@usa.dupont.com
jmurphy@vianow.com
WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 22, 2007 – The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) has granted regulatory approval for
DuPont™ Advion ®
ant gel. As the first novel chemistry in the ant gel market in
years, Advion®
ant gel will provide pest management professionals (PMPs) with
consistent, broad-spectrum control of multiple ant species
including all key sweet feeders, plus carpenter ants and many
others.
Powered by the MetaActive™ compound, Advion® ant gel
leverages the ant’s own enzymes to provide total colony
control, even when multiple queens are present. Its strong
attractant formulation outperforms other baits in consumption
tests and will ensure PMPs gain broad spectrum control.
Combined with proven performance and a unique mode of action,
Advion® ant gel also has an excellent toxicological profile,
with an EPA classified Reduced Risk active ingredient.
“We’re proud to introduce a new member of the Advion ®
family to our customers, who have come to rely on the power of
its chemistry and its superior environmental profile,” Mike
McDermott, global business leader for DuPont Professional
Products, said. “Today’s PMPs are challenged by the older
chemistries and unpredictable results of ant bait products on
the market today. PMPs who are looking for infestation control
of sweet feeders, carpenter ants and other species will now
have the reliable, thorough insect control they expect from
the Advion®
brand.”
At press, DuPont has submitted for state approvals. DuPont
Professional Products will be showcasing Advion ®
ant gel at PestWorld starting October 17, 2007, in Orlando,
Fla. More information about DuPont is available at
www.proproducts.dupont.com.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Del., DuPont Professional
Products brings the company’s tradition of science, innovation
and safety to the green industry. DuPont Professional
Products’ global portfolio includes DuPont™ Advion® fire ant
bait and ant bait arena, Advion® cockroach gel bait and bait
arena, Advion® mole cricket bait, Provaunt™ insecticide and
TranXit® herbicide.DuPont is a science-based products and
services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work
by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better,
safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more
than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative
products and services for markets including agriculture and
food; building and construction; communications; and
transportation.
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8/22/07
Always read and follow all label directions and precautions
for use.
The DuPont Oval logo, DuPont™, The miracles of science™,
Advion®, MetaActive™, Provaunt™ and TranXit® are trademarks or
registered trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates. See your
local DuPont representative for details and availability in
your state.
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