65% Liquid Formic Acid

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Formic Acid – Tracheal & Varroa Mite Treatment for Honey Bee Hives

65% Formic Acid is an effective treatment for controlling tracheal and varroa mites in honey bee colonies. It works through vapor action, penetrating the brood cap to target mites while remaining a natural, biodegradable option for hive management.

Application Guidelines:

📌 Do Not Use with Honey Supers On – Apply only when supers are not in place.
📌 Temperature Range: 10° to 30°C – Ensure hive entrances are fully open.
📌 Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI): Wait at least 2 weeks before harvesting honey.

Directions for Use:

🔹 Double Brood Chamber Hives (8-20 Langstroth Frames):

• Seal all hive openings except the bottom entrance (which should remain fully open).
• Apply 30-40ml of formic acid onto a Formic Acid Despenser the top bars of the upper brood chamber.
• Alternatively, use pre-soaked wood pulp pads holding 30-40ml of formic acid.
• Do not disturb the colony for two days after application.
• Repeat every 5-7 days, for a total of three applications.

🔹 Single Brood Chamber Hives (4-10 Langstroth Frames):

• Use half the recommended dosage above, following the same method and timing.

Shipping Information:

⚠ Ships as Dangerous Goods – Available in Canada Only.
⚠ Additional shipping & handling charges may apply based on location.
📦 208L Drum Ships LTL Freight Only – Call for Quote.

❗ Orders placed from outside Canada or to addresses that we can not ship to will be subject to a 15% restocking fee.

Disclaimer:

These instructions are provided for reference only. Beekeepers should always follow local regulations, guidelines, and product labels when using formic acid. Proper protective equipment should be worn, and care should be taken when handling chemicals. We do not assume responsibility for misuse or non-compliance with regional beekeeping and safety regulations.