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TC 7ermitidde/lnsectidde Di

APR 24 1997
Note to Physician:
Pesticide Hotline (800) 858-7378. This product is a pyrelhroid. This
product also contains aromatic hydrocarbons. Because of the risk of
hydrocarbon pneumonitis if even tiny amounts are aspirated into the
For use by Individuals/firms licensed or regis- lung during emesis t consideration should be given to gastric lavage with
tered by tlie State to apply termitlcide Ilroducts. endotracheal tube In place. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.
Animal and vegetable fats, milk, cream and alcohol may Increase
States may have more restrictive requirements absorption and should not be administered.
regarding qualifications of persons using this For Emergency Assistance Call (800) 331-3148
producf. "COnsult the structural pest contrOl reg-
ulatory agency of your State prior to use of thIs See other panels for additional precautionary Information.
product.
EPA Reg. No. 279·3112 EPA Est. 279·FL-1 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Hazards to Humans (and Domestic Animals)
Active Ingredient: By Wt. Warning
Bifenthrin: (2 methyl[1,1' ·biphenylj·3·yl) May be fatal if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled, or absorbed through skin.
methyl 3·(2·chloro·3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propenyl)- Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid breathing vapor or spray mist and
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughlY with soap and water
2,2-dimethyl-cyclopropanecarboxylate* ............ -25.1 % after handling and before eating, drinking or uSIng tobacco. Remove
Inert Ingredients" ............................................... 74.9% contaminated clothing and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
All pesticide handierS (rTllXer-s, loaders, and applicators) must wear long:
100.0% _ sleeved coveralls worn over a minimum of short-sleeved shirt and short
"Cis isomers 97% minimum, trans isomers 3%. ma:xi~um.
pants, socks, chemical· resistant footwear, chemical-resistant gloves, and
protective eyewear. In addition, all pesticide handlers must wear a respi-
·"Contains xylene range aromatic solvents. _ratory protection device when handling the concentrate or When working
BifleX® Te 'termitfcide contain-s 2 pounds active ingredient per gaHon.- in a non-ventilated space.
U.S. Patent No. 4,238,505 When treating adjacent to an eXisting structure, the applicator must check
the area to be treated, and immediately adjacent areas of the structure,
for visible and accessible cracks and holes to prevent any leaks or signif-
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN icant exposures to persons occupying the structure. People present or
residing in the structure during application must be advIsed to remove
their pets and themselves from the structure if they see any signs of leak-
WARNING age. After application, the applicator Is required to check for leaks. AU
leaks resulting in the deposition of termiticide in locations other than those
prescribed on this label must be deaned up prior to leaving the applica-
tion site. Do not allow people or pets to contact contaminated areas or to
STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT reoccupy contaminated areas of the structure until the clean-up is com-
If Swallowed: GaJl a Poison Control Center or physician promptly for pleted.
advice. Drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting unless advIsed by
a physician or quafified medical, advisor. Do not induce vomiting or give Environmental Hazards
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. This pesticide is e):tremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Do not
If Inhaled: Remove victim to fresh aU'. If not breathing, Qiva artificial res- apply directly to water, or to areas where surtace water is present or to
piration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. Get medical attention. intertidal areas below the mean.. high water mark. Do not contaminate
If on Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if water by cleaning of equipment Or disposal of eqUipment washwaters.
irritation persists. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from treated areas.
Care should be used when spraying to avoid fish and reptile pets
If In. Eyes: Rush with plenty of water._ Call a physician if irritation in/around ornamental ponds.
persIsts. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to crops or- weeds on which
Bees are actively foraging. Additional information may be obtained from
your Cooperative Extension Service.

Physical/Chemical Hazards
Do not use or store near heat or open flame.

FMC Corporation DIRECTIONS FOR USE

1t is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsis-
Agricultural Products Group !ent with its labeling.
Philadelphia PA 19103 Do not apply by air.
Do not use in greenhouses, nurseries.
3.197 Fstlna Cncpt
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ed" areas. or it such regurations do not exist, refer to Federal Housing
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Administration Specifications (H.U.D.) for guidance.
Pestfclde Storage • . . Note: CrawJ spaces are to be considered inside of the strucwre.
Do not freeze. Do not st~ below .woF. If crystals are observed, Critical Areas: Critical areas include areas where the foundation is pen-
warm material to above GO°F by placing container in warm loca- etrated by utility setvices, cracks and expansion joints. bath traps and
tion. Shake or roll container periodically to redissolve solids. Do areas wliere cement constructions have been poured adjacent to the
not use external source of heat for wanning container. foundation such as stairs, patios and sfab additions.
Keep out of reach of children and animals. Store in arigina] con- Structures wIth WellS/Cisterns Inside Foundations
tainers only. Store in a cool, dey place and avoid excess heat.
Carefully open containers. After partial use, replace, lids and Structures that contain wells or cisterns within the foundation of a struc-
close tightly. J?o not put concentra.1a or dilula mal!'i)aI into fo~ ture can only be treated using the following techniques:
or drink containers. Do not contarmnate other pestiCides. fertiliz- 1. Do not treat soil while it is beneath or within the foundation or along
ers, walar, food, or feed by storage or disposal. the exterior perimeter of a sbucture that contains a well or cistern. 1'h9
In case of spill, avoid contact, isolate area and keep out animals treated backfill method must be used jf soil is removed and treated
and unproteclad persons. Confine spills. call FMC: (800) 331- outside/away from the foundation. The trealad backfill technique is
3148. desaibed as follows:
To confine spill: If liquid, dike surrounding area or absorb with a Trench and remove soil to be treated onto heavy plastic sheeting
sand, cat litter, commercial clay or gel abSorbent If dry materi- or similar material or into a wheelbarrow.
al, cover 10 prevent dispersal. Place damaged pacl<age in a b. Treat the soil at the rate of 4 gallons of d~uta emulsion per 10 lin-
holcing contalner. ldentily coolants. ear feet per foot of depth of the trench, or 1 gallon per 1.0 cubic
Pesticide Disposal feet of soil. See MMixit:l9 Directions section of the label. Mix thor~
Pesticide wastes are toxic. Improper disposal of excess pesti- oughly into the soil taI~lng care to contain the liquid and prevent
cide. spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of Federal taw. If runoff or spillage. -
these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label Co After the treated soil has absorbed the diluted emulsion, replace
instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental the soil into the trench.
Control Agency, or the Hazardous Wasta representative at the
nearest EPA Regional OffICe for guidance. 2. Treat infested and/or damaged wood in place using an infection tech-
nique such as described in the "Control of Wood Infesting Ins~s"
Container Disposal section of this label. .
Metal or Plastic Container: Triple rinse (or equivalent) then offer
for recycling or rEfCOnditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a Structures with Adjacent WellS/Cisterns and/or Other Water Bodies
sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by State and Applicators must inspect all structures with nearby water sources such
local authorities. Do not cut or weld metal containers. as wells. cisterns, surface ponds, streams, and other bodies of water
Returnable/Refillable Containers: Do not rinse container. Do not and evaluate, at a minimum. the treatment recommendations fisted
empty remaining formulated product. Do not break seals, R~turT) below prior to making an application
intact to point of purd1ase. - 1. Prior to treatment, if feasible, expose the water pipe(s} coming from
the well to the structure, if the pipe(s) enter the structure within 3 feet
of grade.
Generallnformaiion on the Use of this Product 2. Prior to treatment, applicators are_ advis~ to take precautions to limit
the risk of applyfng the termiticide into subsurface drains that could
Not for use on plants being grown for sale or other commercial use, or empty into any bodies of water._ These precautions include evaluating
for commercial seed production, or for research purposes. For use on whether applIcation of th~ termiticide to the top of the footer may
plants intended for aesthetic purposes or climatic modifications and result in contamination of the subsurface drain. Factors such as depth
being grown in interior plantscapes, ornamental gardens or parks, or to the drain system and soil type and degree of compaction should be
lawns and grounds. taken into account in deterITllning the depth of treatment.
The use of this product prevents Md-controls -Termite infestations in and 3. When appropriate (Le., on the water side of th-e structure), the treated
around structures and constructions. - b;::tckfill technique (described above) can also be used to minimize off·
The dilute insecticidal emulsion must be adequately dispersed in the soil site movement of termiticide.
to establish a barrier bety.,reen the wood and the Termites in the soil. As Prior to using this technlque near wells or cisterns, consult state, local or
a good practice: 1) all oon.essential wood and cellulose containing federal agenc1as for information regar~:iing approved treatment practices in
materials, should be removed from around foundation walls. crawl your area.
spaces, -and porches; 2) eliminate termite access to moisfure by repair-
ing faulty plumbing and/or construction grade. Son around untreated
structural wood in contaCt with soil should be treated as described Appllcatlon Rate:
below. Use a 0.06% emulsion for subterranean Termites. For other pests on the
To establish an effective insecticidal barrier with this product the service label use specifiC listed rates.
technician must be familiar with current Termite control practices such MIxing Directions: Mix the termiticlde use dilution in the following man-
as: trenching, rodding~ sub-slab inlection, coarse fan spraying of soil sur- ner: Fill tank 1/4 10 1/3 fuU. Slart pump to begin by·pass agitation and
faces, crack: and Cf9VtC9 (void) in,tection, excavated soU treatment, and place end of treating tool in tank to allow circulation through hose. Add
brush or spray applications to infested or susceptible wood. These tech- appropriate amount of Silfex Te termiticideJinsecticide. Add remaining
niques must be correctly employed to prevent or control infestations by amount of watef'. Let pump run and allow recirculation through the hose 0

subterranean iennites such as: Coptotermes, Heterotermes, Reticuli- for 2 to 3 minutes.

termes and Zootermopsis. The biology and behavior of _the species
involved should be considered by the service technician in determining Biflex TC may also be mixed into full tanks of water, but requires sub-
which control practices to use to eliminate or prevent the termite stantial agitation to insure uniformity of the emulsion.
infestation. To prepare a 0.06% water emulsion, ready to use, dilute 1 quart of Biflex
Choice of appropriate procedures should include consideration of such TC with 99.75 gallons of water.
variable factors as the design of the structure. location of heating, ven- Mixing:
tilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, water table, soillype, soil For the desired ~plication rate. use the chart below to determine the
comP:8Ction, grade conditions, and location and type of domestic water amount of BifleX® TC Thrmiticide/lnsecticide for a given volume of fin-
supplies and utilities. ished emulsion:
For advice concerning current control practices with relation to specific
local conditions, consult resources in structural pest control and state
cooperative extension and regulatory agencies.

Subterranean Termite Control

Directions For Use
Important: Contamination of public and privata water supplies must be
avoided by follOWing these precautions: Use anti-backflow equipment or
procedures to prevent siphonage of insecticide into water supplies. Do
not contaminate cisterns or wells. Do not treat soil that is water $aturat-
ed or frozen. Do not treat while precipitation is occurring. Consult state
and local specifications for recommended distances of wells from treal-
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_~'l11ount ~t_!,.i.fLex.!~. Pre-Construction Subterranean Tennite Treatment
(Gallons except where noted)
Pre-Constructlon Treatment: Do not ar.Ply at a lower dosage and/or
Emutslon Amount AmDunt Da$lmI Gallo", concentradon than specified on this abel for appUcal£ons prCor to
Concentratlon.& .t Binex TC of Water or Anlshed Emulsion the Installation c·, me finished grade.
0.06% 0.32 0% 127.68 OZ. 1 When treating foundations deeper than 4 fee~ apply the tennitidde as
1.602 4.99 5 the backfin is being replaced, or if the construction contractor fails to
3202. 9.975 10 notify the applicator to permit this, treat the foundation to a minimum
Boz. 24.94 25
0.5 qt. 49.875 50 depth of 4 feet after the backfill has been installed. The applicator must
O.75qt 74.8125 75 trench and rod into the trench or trench along the foundation wails and
1 ]t 99.75 100 around pillars and other foundation elements, at the rate prescribed from
1 qt. 149.62 150 grade to a minimum depth of 4 feet When the top of the footing is
2qt. 199.5 200 exposed, tha applicator must treat the soil adjacent to tha footing to a
dePth not to exceed the bottom of the footing. However, in no case
0.12%* 0.64 oz 127.36 oz. 1 should a structure be treated balow the footing.
3202 4.975 5
6.4 oz. 9.95 10 Effective pre-construction subterranean Termite control is achieved by
0.5 qt. 24.875 25 the establishment of vertical andlor horizontal insecticidal barriers using
49.75 50 0.06% emulsion of BifleX® Te. To meet Termite proofing reqUirements,
1.fqt. 74.625 75
2qt 99.5 100 follow the procedures in the latest edition of the Housing and Urban
3qt. 149,25 150 Development Minimum Property Standards (refer to U.S.DA Home
1 199 200 and Garden Bulletin No. 64).
Horizonlal Barriers
Common units of measure: _Create a horizontal barrier wherever treated soil will be covered by a
1 pint = 16 fluid ouncas{oz.) slab, such as footing trenches, slab floors. carports, and the soil beneath
1 quart = 2 pints = 4 cups = 32 fluid ounces (oz.) stairs and aawl spaces.
To produce a horizontal insecticidal barrier, apply the emulsion at the
-For Termite applications, only use this rate in conjunction with the appli- rate ot 1 gailon per 10 square feat to fill soil. If fill is washed gravel or
cation volume adjustments as listed in the section below or in the foam other coarse materiai, apply at 1.5 galions of emulsion per 10 square
or underground service application sections. feet so that the emulsion will reach the so~ beneath the fill. Applications
shall be made by a low pressure spray (less than 50 p.s.l.) using a
AppJicatiOA Volume: To provide maximum control and protection coarse spray nozzle. If slab will not be poured the same day as treat~
against tennite infestation apply the specified volume of the finished ment, cover treated so~ with a water~proof barrier such as polyethylene
water emulsion and active ingreoient as set forth in the directions for use sheeting. This is not necessary if foundation walls have been installed
section of this label If soil will not accept the labeled application volume, - around the treated soil.
the volume may be reduced provided there is a corresponding increase Vertical Barriers
in concentration so that the amount of active ingredient applied to the Vertical barriers should be established in areas such as around the base
soil remains the same. of foundations, plumbing. utility entrances, back-filled soil against foun-
Note: Large reductions of application volume -reduce- the ability to obtain dation walls and other critical areas.
a continuous barrier. Variance is allowed when volume and concentra~
tion are consistent with label directed rates and a continuous barrier can
at
To prOduce a vertical barrier in soil, apply the emulsion a rate of 4 gal-
lons per 10 linear feet per fooi of depth. Distribute the treatment as
still be achieVed. evenly as possible.
Where desirable for pre and post construction treatments, the volume of a When redding or ~enching, it is important that emulsion re~ches
the 0.12"/Q emulsion may be reduce_d by Ih the labeled volume. See the top of the footing. Rod holes shourd be spaced to prOVIde a
Volume Adjustment Chart below. continuqus insecticidal barrier.
Note: When volUme is ,reduced, the hol~ spacing for subslab injection b. Care should be taken to avoid soil wash~out around the footing.
and soil rodding may require similar adjustment to account for lower vol-
ume dispersal of the termiticide in the soil. c. Trenches need not be wider than 6 inches. Emulsion should be
mixed with the soil as it is being replaced in the trench.
Volume AQl!Jstment Chart For-a
-d"'-- monolitl-ric srab. an inside vertical barrier may not be required.
Rate (% emulsion) 0.06% 0.12% Hollow block voids may be t(eated at a rate of 2 gallons of emulsion per
Volume allowed 10 linear feet so that the emulsion will reach the top of the footing.
Horizontal (gallons 0.5 Prior to each application, applicators must notify the general contractor,
emulsionll0 ft2\ 1.0 gallons gallons construction superintendent, or similar responsible party. of the intend-
Vertical (gallons 2.0 ed termiticide app!ication and intended sites of application and instn.lct
emulsionll0 lin. ft.) 4.0 gallons gallons the responsible person to notify construction workers and other individ-
. uals to leave the area to be treated during application and until the ter-
miticide is absorbed into the soil.
After Treatment: All holes in commonly occupied areas into which Biflex
TC has been applied must be plugged. Plugs must be of a non-cellulose Post Construction Subterranean Termite Treatment
material or covered by an imperviOUS, non-cellulose material. Use a O.OSOk emulsion for post-construction treatment. Post-construc-
tion soil applications shall be made by injection, redding, and/or trench-
ing or coarse fan spray with pressures not exceeding 25 p.s.i. at the noz-
zle. Care should be taken to avoid soil wash-out around the footing.
Do not apply emulsion until location of wells, radiant heat pipes. water
and sewer lines and electrical conduits are known and identified.
, Caution must be taken to avoid puncturing and injection into these
elements.
Foundations: For applications made after the final grade Is installed, the
applicator must trench and rod into the trench or trench along the founda-
tion walls and around pillars and other foundation elements, at the rate
prescribed from grade to the top of the footing. When the tooting is more
than fol.O (4) feet below grade, the applicator must trench and rod into the
trench or trench along the foUndation walls at the rate prescribed to a min-
imum depth of four feet The actual depth of treatment will vary depend-
ing on soil type, degree of compaction, and location or termlte activity.
When the top of the footing is exposed, the applicator must treat the soil
adjacent to the footing to a depth not to exceOO the bottom of the footing.
However, in no case shOUld a structure be treated below the footing.
Slabs
Vertical barriers may be established by sub~slab injection within the
structure and rodding anctlor trenching outside at the rate of 4 gallons of
emulsion per 10 linear feet per foot of depth. Special care must be taken
to distribute the trealment evenly. Trealment should not extend below
tha bottom of the footing.
Treat ~ong the ~utside of the foundation and where necessary beneath
the slab on !he inside 0/ foundation walls. Trealmoot may also be
required beneath the slab aIo~ both sides of interior footing· supported
All iElaI<s ;"';Iting in the deposition of termiticide In locations Oth'!"
!hose prescribed on !his label must be cleaned up prior \0 leaving the
application site. Do not allow people or pets to con!act contaminated
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walls. one side of interior partitions and along all cracks and expansion areas or to reoccupy the contaminated areas of the structure until the
jOints. Horizontal barriers may be established where necessary by lon9- clean-up Is completed.
rodding or by grid pattem injection vertically through the slab. Note: When treating behind veneer care should be taken not to drill
a. Drill holes in the slab and/or foundation to allow for the application beyond the veneer. If concrete blocks are behind the veneer, both the
of a continuous insecticidal barrier. blocks and the veneer may be drilled and treated at the same time.
b. For shallow foundations (1 foot or less) dig a narrow trench approx- Excavation Technique: If treatment must be made in difficult situations,
imately 6 inches wide along the outside of the foundation walls. Do along fieldstone or rubble walls. aJong faulty foundation walls, and around
not dig below the bottom of the footing. The emulsion should be pipes and utility lines which lead downward kom the structure to a well or
appllea to !he trench and soil at 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear pond, application may be m_ln the foUowlng manner:
feet per foot of deplh as the soil is replaced in the trench. a Trench and remove soil to be treated onto heavy plastic sheeting or
e. For founda~ons deeper than 1 foot follow rates for basement similar material. -
d. Exposed soil and wood in bath traps may be treated with a 0.06% b. Treat the soU at the rate of 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet per
emulsion. foot of depth of the trench. Mix the emulsion thoroughly into the soil tak-
ing care to prevent liquid from running off the liner.
Basements
Where !he footing is greater than 1 foot of depth from grade to the bot- c. After the treated soil has absorbed the liquid emulsion, replace the soil
tom of the foundation, application can be made by trenching andlor rod- In the trench.
ding at the rate of 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet per foot of AUentJon: When applying Bi~ TC Termiticide/lnsecticide in a con-
depth. When the footer is more than four feet below grade, the applica- fined area, the user should wear unvented !;Joggles and a respirator
tor may trench and/or rod along foundation walls at the rate_ prescribed approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration during applica-
for four feet of depth. The actual depth of treatment will vary depending tion.
on soil type, degree of compaction, and location of termite activity.
However. In no case should a structure be treated below the footer. SUb- Foam Applications
slab injection may be necessary along the inside of foundation walls, BifleX® Te emulsion, from 0.06 to 0.12 % may be converted to a foam
along cracks and partition walls, around pipes, conduits, piers, and with expansion characteristics from 2 to 40 times.
along both sides of interior footing-supported walls.
Localized Application
Accessible Crawl Spaces: For crawl spaces, apply vertical termlticide
barriers at the rate 01-4 gallons of emulSion per 10 linear feet per foot of Foam Applications: The emulston may be converted to a foam and the
depth from grade to the top of the footing, or if the footing is more than 4 foam used to control or prevent termite infestations.
feet below grade, to a minimum depth of 4 feet Apply by trenching and Depending on the circumstances, foam apptications may be used alone
radding into the trench, or trenching. Treat both sides of foUndation and or In comoination with liquid emulsion applIcations. Applications may be
around all piers and pipes. Where physical obstructions such as concrete made behind veneers, piers, chimney bases, into rubble foundations,
walkways adjacent to foundation elements prevent trenching, treatment into block voids or structural voids, under slabs, stoops, porches, or to
may be made by redding alone. When soil type andlor conditions make the soil in crawlspaces. and other similar voids.
trenching prohibitive, radding may be used. When the top of the footing Is
exposed, the applicator must treat the soil adjacent to the footing to a Foam and IiqLiid application must "be consistent with volume and active
depth not to exceed the bottom of the footing. Read. and follow the mixing ingredient instructIons in order to insure proper application has been
and use direction section of the Jabel if situations are encountered where made. The volume and amount of active ingredient are essential to an
the soil will not accept the full application volume effective treatmenl At least 75'% of the labeled liquid emulsion volume
of product must be applied, with the remaining percent delivered to
1. Rod holes and trenches must not extend below the bottom of the foot- appropriate areas using foam application. Refer to label and use ree-
ing. -ommendations of the toam manufacturer and the foaming equipment
2, Rod holes must be spaced so as to -achieve a continuous termiticide manufacturer.
barrier but in no case more than 12 inches apart. Foam applications are generally a good supplement to liquid treatm-ents
3. Trenches must be a minimum of 6 inches deep or to the bottom of the in difficult areas, but may be used alone in difficult spots.
footing, whichever Is less, and need not be wider than 6 inches. When
trenching in slopin9 (tiered) soil, the trench must be stepped to ensure Application Under Slabs or to Soil in Crawlspaces to Prevent or
adequate distribution and to prevent termiticide from running off. The Control Termites
emulsion must be mixed with the soil as it Is replaced in the trench. Application may be made using BifleX® Te foam alone or in combina-
tion ,with li9.uid emulsion. The equivalent of at least 4 gallons (1.28
4. When treating plenums or crawl spaces, turn off the air circulation sys- ounces of BlfleX®TC concentrate) of 0.06% emulsion per 10 linear feet
tem of the structure until application has been completed and all tef- (vertical barrier). or at least 1 gallon (0.32 ounces ot BifleX® TC con-
miticide has been absorbed by the soil. centrate) of 0.06% emulsion per 10 square feet (horizontal barrier) must
Inaccessible Crawl Spaces: For inaccessible interior areas, such as be-applied either as emulsion, foam, or a combination of both. For a
areas where there is insufficient clearance between floor joists and ground foam only application, apph, Biftex:® TC concentrate in sufficient foam
surfaces to allow operator access, excavate if possible, and treat accord- concentration and foam vorume to deposit 1.28 ounces of concentrate
ing to the instructions for accessible crawl spaces. OtherwIse, apply one per 10 linear feet or 0.32 ounces of concentrate per 10 square feel For
or a combination of the following two methods. example, 2 gallons of 0.12% emulsion generated as foam to cover 10
1. To establish a horizontal barrier, apply to the soil surface. 1 gallon of tinear feet is equal to the application of 4 gallons of 0.06"/0 emulsion per
emulsion ~r 10 square feet overall using a nozzle pressure of less 10 linear feet.
than 25 p.s.i. and a coarse application nozzle (e.g., Delavan Type RD Sand Barrier Installation and Treatment
Raindrop, RD-7 or larger, or Spraying Systems Co. 801 OLP TeeJet or Termites can build mud tubes overtreated surfaces as long as they have
comparable nozzle). For an area that cannot be reached with the appli- access to untreated soil and do not have to move BifleX® TC treated
cation wand, use one or more extension rods to make the application soil. Ril in cracks and spaces with builder's or play box sand and treat
to the soil. Do not broadcast or powerspray with higher pressures. the sand with BifleX® Te. 1he sand should be treated as soil following
2. To establish a horizontaJ barrier, drill through the foundation wall or the termiticide rate listed on the BifieX® TC label.
through the Hoor above and treat the soil perimeter at a rate of 1 gallon Retreatrnent for subterranean termites can only be performed if there is
of emulsion per 10 square feel Drill spacing must be at inteIVais not to dear evidence of reinfestatlon or disruption of the barrier due to construc-
exceed 16 Inches. Many States have smaller intervals, so check State tion, excavation, or landscaplng and/or evidence of the breakdown of the
regulations which may apply. termiticide barrier in the soil. These vulnerable or reinfested areas may be
When treating plenums and crawl spaces, tum off the air circulation sys- retreated in accordance with application technIques described in this
tem of the structure until application has _n completed and all termili- product's labeling. The timing and type of these retreatments will varJ
cide has _n absorbed by the soil. depending on factors such as termite pressure, soil types, soil conditions
and other factors which may reduce the effectiveness of the barrier.
Masonry VoIds: Drill and treat voids in multiple masonry elements of the
structure extending from the structure to the soil in order to create a con- Annual retreatment of the structura is prohibited unless there Is
tinuous treatment barrier in the area to be treated. Apply at the rate of 2 clear evidence that reinfestation or barrier dIsruption has occurred.
gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet of footing, using a nozzle pressure
of less than 25 p.s.i. When using this treatment, access holes must be
drilled below the sill plate and should be as close as possible to the foot-
ing as is practical. Treatment of voids in block or rubble foundation walls
must be closely examined: Applicators must inspect areas of possible
runoff as a precaution against application leakage in the treated areas.
Some areas may not be treatable or may require m~anicaJ alteration
prIor to treatment
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Specific Pest Control Applications foodlfeed areas of foodlfeed areas are areas such as gatbge rooms.
lavatories, floor drains (to sewers) entries and vestibules, offices,locker
Underground Services such as: wires, cables, utility lines, pipes, c0n- rooms, machine rooms, boiler rooms, garages. mop closets and stOTage
duits, etc. Services may be within Structures or located outside struc- (after boWing or canning).
ture!!'. in right-of-ways or to protect long range (miles) of installations of
S91'VlC8S. Not for use in USDA Meat and PoultrY Plants.
Soil treatment may be made using 0.06 to 0.120/0 BifleX® TC emulsion Broadcast Treatment of Wood for the Control of Woocl~infesting
10 prevent attack by Tennites and Ants. Insects and Nuisance Pests Outside of Structure
Apply a 0.06% emulsion with a fan spray using a maximum pressure of
Apply 2 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet to the bottom of the trench 25 psi. Treatment should be made just to the point of run-off.
and allow to soak into the soil. lay services on the treated so~ and cover
with approximately 2 inches of fill soil. Apply another 2 oaIlons per 10 To control wood-infesting insects active inside trees, utili~ poles and/or
linear feet over the soil surface to complete the treatment 6arrier. In wide fenoe posts, drill to find the interior infested cavity and .nject a 0.06%
trenches, only treat the so~ in Ihe area near the services. It is important emulsion. To control Bees, Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow.Jaci<ets, apply
to eslablish a continllous barrier of treated soil surrounding the services. in late evening when insects are at rest. Aim spray at nest openings in
_ ground, bushes and in cracks and crevices whiCh may harbor nests, sat~
Whef\l.soil will not accept the above labeled volume, 1 gallon of 0.12% urating nest openings and contacting as many insects as possible.
Bille"'" TC may be used per 10 linear feet of trench both to the bottom
of the trench and over the soil on top of the services. Pests Under Slab.
Infestations of Arthropods, such as Ants, Cockroaches and Scorpions
Finish filling the trench with treated fill soil. The soil where each service inhabiting under slab area may be controlled by drilling and injecting or
protrudes from the ground may be treated by trenching/rodding of no horizontal rodding and then injecting 1 gaJlon,ofa 0.06% to 0.12% emu)..
more than 1 to 2 gallons of emulsion into the soil. sion per 10 square feet or 2 gallons of emUlSion per 10 linear feet
Precautions: Attention
Do not treat eJectrically active underground services.
Do not apply to pets, crops, or sources of electricity.
Posts, Poles, and Other Constructions
Create an insecticidal barrier in rile soil around wooden constructions FireWOOd is not to be treated.
such as signs, fenoes and landscape ornamentation by applying a Use only in well ventilated areas.
0.06% emulsion.
During any application to overhead areas ot structure, cover surfaces
Previously installed poles and posts may be treated by sub-surface below with plastic sheeting or similar materiaJ (except where exempt).
injection or treated by gravity-flow through holes made from the bottom
of a trench around the pole or post Treat on all sides to create a con- Do not allow spray to contact food, foodstuffs, food contacting surfaces,
tinuous insecticidal barrier around the pole. Use 1 gallon of emulsion per food utensils or water supplies.
foot of depth for poles and posts less than six inches in diameter. For Thoroughly wash dishes and food handling utensils with soap and water
iarger poles, use 1.5 gallons of emulsion per foot of depth. Apply to a if they become contaminated by application of this product.
depth of S inches below the bottom of the Wood. For larger construc-
tions, use 4 gallons per 10 linear feet per foot of depth. Do·not treat ru-eas wher~- food is··exposed.
Treatment of Wood~in~Place for Control of Wood~Jnfestlng Insects: During indoor surface applications do not allow dripping or run-off to
(Localized Areas in Structure) For the control of insects such as occur.
Termites, Ants. Carpenter Ants, and Wood-infesting beetles such as Old
House Borer and Powder Post in localized areas of infested wood in and General Applications Instructions
around structures, apply a 0.06% emulsion to voidS and galleries in
damaged wood and in spaces between wooden members of a structure BifleX® TC Termi1icideJinsecticide formulation mixes readily with water
and between wood and foundations where wood is vulnerable. Paint on and other aqueous carriers, and controls a wide spectrum of insects
or fan spray applications may-also be used. Plastic sheeting must be and mites on trees, shrubs, foliage plants, non-bearing fruit and nut
placed immediately below overhead areas that are spot treated except trees, and flowers in interiorscapes Including hotels. shopping malls,
for soil surfaces in crawl spaces. Application may be made to inacces- office buiJdin9s, etc. and, outdoor pJantscapes, such as around resi-
sible areas by drilling, and then injecting emulsion with a crack and dential dwellings, parks, institutional, recreational, athletic fields and
crevice injector into the damaged wood or void spaces. This type of home lawns. Non-bearing crops are perennial crops that will not pro-
application is not intended to be a substitute for soil treatment, mechan- duce a harvestable raw agricultural commodity during the season of
ical alteration or fumigation to control e.;.:teClsive infestation of wood- _application.
infesting insects. - - -
Biflex® Te may be tank-mixed with other ,.eroducts, including insect
Termite carton nests in trees o( building voids may be inJected with growth regulators. YVhen tan~ 0lix.ing BifIex TC with other products,
0.06% emulsion. Multiple injection points to varying depths may be neo- observe all precautions and limitatIons on each separate proouct label.
essary. It is desirable to physically remove carton nest material from The addition of spreader stickers is not necessary. The physical com~
building voids when such nests are found. patibHity of Biflet&' TC may vary with different sources of pesticide prod-
ucts, and local cultural practices. Any tank mixture which has not been
Pl1?v[ously tested should. be prepared. on a small scale (pint or quart iar),
Control of Bees and Wasps Indoors: To co,ntrol Bees, Wasp, Hornets, uSing the proper proportions of chemicals and water to ensure the phys~
and Yellow-Jackets apply a 0.06% emulsion. Application should be icaI compatibility of the mixture.
made in the late evemng when insects are at rest Spray liberally into
hiding and breeding places, especially under attic rafters, contacting as The following procedure is recommended fOr preparation of a new tank
many insects. as possible. Repeat if necessary. mix, unless s~ified otherwise in label directions: (1) Add wettable
powders to tank water, (21 Agitate, (3) Add liquids and flowables, (4)
Important: Do not apply emulsion until location of heat pipes, ducts, Agitate, (5) Add emulsifiab e concentrates, and (S) Agitate. If a mixture
water and sewer lines and electrical conduits are known and identified. is found to be incompatible following this order of addition, try reversing
Caution must be taken to avoid puncturing and injection into these struc- the order of addition, or increase the volume of water. Note: 1f the tank-
tural elements. Do not apply into electrical fixtures, switches, or sockets. mixture is found to be compatible after increasing the amount of water,
then the sprayer will need to be recalibrated for a higher volume appli-
In the home, all food processing surfaces and utensils in the treatment cation. Do not allow tank mix to stand overnight.
area should be covered during treatment or thoroughly washed before
re-use. Remove pets, birds, and cover aquariums before spraying. Do
not pennit humans or pets to contact treated surfaces until the spray has APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
dried.
lawn: Apply BifleX® TC as a broadcast treatment Use higher volumes
During any overhead app~cations to overhead interior areas of struc- up to 10 931lons of carrier per 1000 square feet to get uniform coverage
tures, cover surfaces below with plastic sheeting or similar materials when treating dense grass foliage.
(except where exempt).
Wear protective clothing, unvented goggles, aloves and respirator, when For low water volume usa.ge,less than 2 gallon5l10oo square feet, addi-
tion Qf. a non-ionic or sihc.one based surfactant (0.25% 'OM is recom~
applying to overhead areas or in poorly venbTated areas. Avoid touching mended, as is immediate irrigation of treated area with at least 0.25
sprayed surfaces until spray has completely dried. inches of water following application to ensure efficacy of sub-surface
Do not use in food/feed areas of foodJfeed handling establishments, pests sudl as, but not nmited to, Mole Crickets.
restaurants or other areas where food/feed is commercially prepared or
processed. Do not use in serving areas while food is exposed or facility
IS in operation. Serving areas are areas where prepared foods are
served such as dining rooms but excluding areas where food may be
prepared or held.
In the home, cover all food handling surfaoe. and cover or remove all
food and cooking utensils, or wash thoroughly after treabnent Non-
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LAWN APPLICATION RATES Do no.t apply when wind conditions 'favor downwind drift to nearby
water bodies. .
Pest Bifle~lC Comments
Do not apply when wind velocity exceeds 10 miles per hour.
Ants 0.07-0.15 'For control of Avoid application when wind gusts approach 10 mph.
Armyworms H.ozs. per 1000 ovelWintered Mole
Billb~S square feet Crickets ap'ply the Apply using nozzles that provide the largest droplet size compatible
Chin Bugs lower rate In early Withadequate coverage.
Crane Flies Srring. For the control
Crickets o adult Mole Crickets in
late-Summer or early Ornamentals and Trees: For ornamental applications, dilute 0.26 to
Cutworms 1.28 fluid ounces of BifleX® Te Termiticidennsecticide per 10 gallons of
EaJwi Fall, apply the higher rate.
water and apply at the rate of 10 gallons per 4,356 square feel One
FaU W;bworms To enhance control a gallon of finish spray will treat 435 square feet. If a higher volume aRPfi-
Reas (adufis. larvae) non-ionic surfactant or a cation is required for adequate coverage of the plant canopy, Biflex<BTTC
Grasshoppers silicone based surfactant may be diluted in large volumes of water as long as the maximum label
Mites (Q.25% v/v) ma~ be rate (1.28 Huid ounces per 4,356 square feet) is not exceeded. BilleX®
Mole Crickets" applied as a tank·mix for TC may be applied through low volume equipment by dilution with
Sod Webwonns llie control of late Summer water and ~vlding the maximum label rate (1.28 flUId ounces per
Spittlebugs or Fall Adult Mole 4,356 square feet) is not exceeded.
TICks Crickets. To maximize effi-
ca;y, a~ain~sub,sUrface
res s, 'lIe TC should ORNAMENTAL APPLICATION RATES
e ~PJied with a non-ionic
or 51 lcone based surfac-- Rate
Imported Fire Ants"
Japanese Beatles
(adult)
0.07-0.30
H.ozs. per 1000
square feet
water to ensure good rn-
tant (O.25% Wry) in sufficient
etration of sprafr to SO! ~
Pest Ib ail lI.ozl
10 Gallons 10 Gallons
Comments

thatch matrix. reated

areas should then be irri- I~~ds 0.004
to
0.26
to
Apply the srOfied
rate as a fu I
gated with 0.25 to 0.5 Bagworms 0.02 1.28 coverage foliar spray.
Inches of water immedi- Black Vine Weevil ReReat as necessary to
ately afierwarcls paying (adults) achieve control using
Brown Soft Scales higher rates as pest
- special attention so that
run-off or puddling does Broad Mites pres~ure and foliage
not occur. Budworms area Increases.
California Red
Delay waterin~ or mowing Scale ~rawlers) To control Bagworm:
for 2~ hours a er applica- Centip€: s Apply when larvae
tion to ensure optimum Clover Mites begin to hatch. Spray /1
control of Ann~orms, Crickets larvae direcUy.
Cutworms an Sod Cutworms Applications made when
Webworms. Earwigs larvae are ~oung will
Elm Leaf Beetles be most e ective.
.... For foraging antsA Fall Webworms
~~
Flea Beetles To control scale
Fun~us Gnats crawlers and mig
(a ults) borers: Treat trunks,
Grasshoppers stems, and t\vigs in
Lace Bugs addition to plant
Leafhoppers foliage.
Leaf feeaing
Caterpillars Certain cultivars may
Mealybugs be sensitive to the
Millipedes final spray solution.
Mole Crickets· A small number ot
Orchid Weevil plants should be
Pillbu~s treated and observed for
Pine eedle Scales one week prior to
(crawlers) apRlication to the
Plant Bugs entire planting.
(incl. Lygus spp)
san Jose Scales Use of an alternate
(crawlers) class of chemiStry in .
Sowbugs a treatment program IS
Spiders recommended to prevent
Spittlebugs or delay pest
Tent CaterPIllars resistance.
~ Moths
eevils Use sufficient water to
Whiteflies obtain uniform covera~e.
TYRical use rates are 0
CitrUs Thrips 0.006 0.38 ga Ions of spray per 4,356
Beet Armyworm to to square feet.
Diaprepes 0.02 1.28
{larvae, adult~. To control Black Vine
European Red Ita Weevil and Fungus Gnat
Leafrollers larvae, apply: as a drench
~iger Mites at the rate of aflProXimate-
nps Iy 8 ounces of inished
Twig Borers spray per 6 inch pot.
Imported Fire Ants" 0.01 Q.64 *For control of
Japanese Beetles to to overwintered Mole
(adult) 0.02 1.28 Crickets ap'ply the
Leafminers lower rate in early
Pecan Leaf Srring. For the control
Scorch Mite o adult Mole Crickets in
Black Vine Weevil late-SUmmer or early
{larvae/, Fall, apply the higher rate.
Fungus oats
(larvae) .... For foraging ants,
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Pest Control on OutsIde Surfaces and Around BuildIngs
For conlrol of ants, including Carpenter Ants and Fire Ants, Annywonns.
Bees, Centipede~. Chiggers.... Chinch 8ugs. Clover Mites, Crickets,
Cutworms. Dichbndra Flea t:i&edes, Earwigs. European Craneflies,
Aees. Riss, Grasshoppers, Hornets, Millipedes, Mosquitoes, Moths,
Roaches, including Cockroaches, Scorpions, Sod Webworms. Sowbugs
(Pillbugs), spiders including Black Widow Spiders, Springtails, ticks,
inducing Brown Dog Ticks, and Wasps.
Apply BiffeJlll> TC usill\! a 0.03 to 0.06% emulsion as a residual spray to
outside surfaces of bUildings including, but not limited to, exterior sidIng.
foundations, porches, window frames, eaves, patios, garages, refuse
dumps, lawns such as grass areas adjacent or around private homes,
duplexes, townhouses. condominiums, house trailers. apartment com-
plexes, carports, garages, fence ~nes. storage sheds, barns. and other
residential and non-commercial structures, soil. trunks of woody orna-
mentals and other areas where pests congregate or have been seen.

For 0.03% emulsion, mix V. fluid oz. of Bifl~X® TC per gallon of water.
For 0.06% emulsion, mix 11, fluid oz. Biflex'W TC per gallon of water (1
fluid oz. ::z 2 tablespoons). Do not usa household utensils to measure
BifleX@ TC. Use the hi9her rate for heavy pest infestation, quicker
knockdown or longer resIdual control. Repeat treabnent as necessary to
maintain effectiveness. '

Perimeter Treatment: Apply to a band of soil and vegetation 6 to 10 feet

wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also. treat the foundation of
the structure to a height of 2 to 3 feet Use a spray volume of 2 to 10 gal-
lons of emulsion per 1000 sguare feet Higher volumes of water may be
needed if mulch or leaf litter IS present or foliage is dense. House siding
may be treated if pests such as Gypsy Moth adults and caterpillars,
Bexelder Bugs, Elm leaf Beetles, Earwigs or Silvertish are present.
For Optimal Control of Ant and Fire Ant Mounds use BifleX® TC
0.06% emulsion as Drench Method: Apply 1-2 gallons of emulsion to
each mound area by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat a 4 foot
diameter circle around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds
larger than 12". For beat results, apply in cool weather, such as in early
morning or late evening hours, but not in the heat of the day.

ApplJcatlon to Home lawns: Apply BifleX® TC as a broadcast treat-

ment in 2 to 10 gallons of carrier per 1000 square feet. Use higher vol-
umes to get uniform coverage when treating dense grass foliage.

Attention: Keep children and pets off treated areas following application
until the spray has dried.

Distributors Should Sell in Original Packages Only.

Terms of Sale or Use: On purchase of this product buyer and_ user
agree to the following conditions: ---
Warranty: FMC makes no warranty, expressed or implied, concerning
the use of this product other than indicated on the label. Except as so-
warranted, the prC?duct is sold as is. Buyer,and user assume alr risk of
use and/or handlIng andlor storage -of th,s matenal when such us-e
and/or handling and/or storage is contrary to label instructions.
Directions an9___ Recommendations: FOllow directions carefully.
1imin~, method of application, weather conditions, mixture with other
chemicals not specifically recommended and other influencing factors in
the use of this product are beyond the control of the seller and are
assumed by the buyer at hIs own risk.
Use of Product: FMC's recommendations for the usa of this product
are based upon tests believed to be refiable. The use of this product
being beyond the control of the manufacturer. no guarantee, ex~sed
or implied, is made as to the effects of such or the results to be obtained
jf not used in accordance with directions or established safe practice.
Damages: Buyer's or user's exclusive remec:ly for damages for breach
of warranty or negligence shall be limited to direct damages not exceed-
ing the purchase price paid and shall not include incidental or conse-
quentiaI damages.

Bmex and ofMC-Trademarks of FMC Corporation (1350-317/97)

Revisions:
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TC 7ermiticide/lnsecticide

Note to Physician:
APR 24 195ticicle Hotline (800) 85&-7378. This product is a pyrethroid. This
ct also oontains aroma~c hydrocarbons. Because 01 the risk of
ydrocarbon pneumonitis if even tiny amounts are aspirated into the
For use by individuals/firms licensed or regIs- lung duri~ emesis, consideration should be given to 9astric lavage with
tered by tile State to apply termitlclde ~roducts. endotracOOaJ tube in place. Treatment is syml=ltomabC and sUpPOrtive.
States may have more restrictive requirements Animal and vegetable fats, milk, cream and alcohol may Increase
absorption and should not be administered.
regardin~ qualifications of persons using this
product. ~nsult the structural pest contrOl reg- For Emergency Assistance Call (SOO) 331-3148
ulatory agency of your State prior to use of thTs See other panela for additional precau110nary Information.
product.
EPA Reg. No. 279-3112 EPA Est. 279·FL-1 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Hazards to Humans (and Domestic Animals)
Active Ingredient: By Wt. Warning
Bifenthrin: (2 methyll1,1' -biphenyij-3-yl) MaY be fatal if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled, or absorbed through skin.
methyl 3-(2-chloro--3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propenyl)- Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid breathing vapor or spray mist and
contact with skin, eyes or dothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water
2,2-dimethyl-cyclopropanecarboxylate* .•.....• .... 25.1 % after handling and before eating, drinking or using tobacco. Remove
Inert Ingredients" .................. __.m.................... · 74 9% contaminated clothing and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
All pesticide handlers (mixers, loadets, and applicators) must wear long-
100.0% sleeved coveralls wom over a minimum of shat-sleeved shirt and sholt
"'Cis isomers 97% minimum, trans isomers 3% maximum.
pants, socks, chemical-resistant footwear, chemical-resistant glOVes, and
protective eyewear. In addition, all pesticide handlers must wear a respi-
·"Contains xylene range aromatic solvents. ratory protection device when handling the concentrate or when working
BifleX® Te termiticide contains 2 pounds active ingredient per gallon. in a non-ventilated space.
U.S. Patent No. 4,238,505 When treating adjacent to an existing structure, the applicator must check
the area to be treated, and immediately adjacent areas of the structure,
for visible and accessible cracks and holes to prevent any leaks or signif-
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN icant eXposlJres to persons occupyIng the structure. People present or
residing In the structure during application must be advised to remove
their pets and themselves from the structure if they see any signs of leal<-
WARNING age. After application, the applicator Is required to check' for leaks. Aft
leaks resulting in the deposition of termitlcide in locations other than those
prescnbed on this label must be deaned up prior to leaving the applica-
tion soo. Do not allow J?6Ople or pets to contact contaminated areas or to
STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT reoccupy contaminated areas of the structure until the clean-up is com--
If SWallowed: Call a Poison Control Center or physician promptly for pleted.
advice. Drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting unless advised by
a physlcia:n or qualified medical advisor. Do not induce vomiting or give Environmental Hazards
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
This ~ticide is extremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Do not
If Inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. II not breathing, Qive artificial res- apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to
piration, preferably mouth-ta-mouth. Get med'1CaI allennon. intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate
water by cleaning of equipment or disposal of equipment wash waters.
\I on Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical anention if Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from treated areas.
irritation persists. Care shOtJld be used when spreying to avoid fish and reptile pets
If In Eyes: Rush with plenty of water. Call a physician if initation in/around ornamental ponds.
persists. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to crops or weeds on which
Bees are actively foraging. Additional information may be obtained from
your Cooperative Extension Service.

Physical/Chemical Hazards
Do not use or store near heat or open flame.

DIRECTiONS FOR USE

FMC Corporation It ,is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsis-
Agricultural Products Group tent with its labeling.
Philadelphia PA 19103 Do not apply by air.
Do not use in greenhouses, nurseries. ,
3197 Fstfne Cncpt
 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
ed areas, or il such regulations do not .exis~
AdminiSb"ation Specifications (H.U.D.) for guidance.
ref';" to Federal HOUsin; fr
Pestic:Id8 Storage Nota: Crawl spaces are to be considered insIde of the structure.
00 not freeze. 00 not store below 400Eif crystals are observed, Cr1Ucal Areas: Critical areas include areas where the foundation is pen-
warm male:rial to above 60°F by placing container in waon loca- etrated by utility services, aacks and expansion joints, bath traps and
tion. Shake or roll container periodically to redissolve solids. Do areas where cement constructions have been poured aqacent to the
not use exJemaJ source of heat for warming container. foundation such as stairs, patios and slab additions.
Keep out 01 reach of children and animals. Slore in original con- Structures with Wells/Cisterns Inside Foundations
tainers crit. Store in a cool, dry place and avoid excess heat.
CareIuIly open containers. After partial use, replace lids and Structures that contain wetls or cistems within the foundation of a struc-
close tighly. 00 not put concenb"ate or dilute material into food lure can only be treated using the following techniCJJeS:
or ciink rontainers. Do not contaminate other pesticides, fertiliz- 1. Do not treat soil while it is beneath or within the foundation or along
ers, water, food, or teed by storage or cisposal. the exterior perimeter of a strUcture that contains a well or cistern. The
In case of spill, avoid contact. isolate area and keep out animals treated backfill method must be used if soil is removed and treated
and unprolected persons. Confine spills. Call FMC: (SOO) 331- outsiclelaway from the foundation. The treated backfill technique is
3148. described as follows:
To confine spin: If liquid, dike surrounding area or absorb with a Trench and remove soil 10 be treated onto heavy plastic sheeting
sand, cat iller, commercial clay or gel absorbent If dry materi- or similar material or into a v.noolbarrow. '
al, cover 10 prevent dispersal. Place damaged package in a b. Treat the soil at the rate 014 galions of dilute emulsion per 10 ron-
holding conlalner. Identify contents. ear teet per loot of depth of the trench, or 1 gallon per 1.0 cubic
Pes8clde DIsposal teet 01 soil. See "Mixil)9 Directions section of the label. Mix thor-
P"- wastes are toXic. Improper disposal 01 excess pesti- oughly info the soil takng care 10 contain the liquid and prevent
cide. spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation 01 Fedaral Law. If runoff or spillage.
these wastes cannot be asposed of by use according to label c. After the treated soil has absorbed the diluted emulsion, replace
instrudions. contact your State Pesticide or Environmental the soil info the trench.
Conlrol Aoorlr;y, or the Hazardous Waste representative at the
naarest El>A Regiortai Office for guidance. 2. Treat infested and/or damaged wood in place using an in(ection tech-
nique such as desonbed in the "Control of Wood Infesting Insects"
Co_Iller DIsposal section 01 !his label.
Metal or Plastic Container: Triple rinse (or equivalent) then offer
for recycli1g or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose 01 in a Structures with Adjacent WellsIClstem. andlor Other Water Bodies
sanitary IandfiD, or by other procedures approved by State and AppUca.tors must inspect all structures with nearby water sources such
local aulhorioos. 00 not cut or weld metal containers. as wells, cisterns, surface ponds, streams, and other boaes of water
RetwnablelRefiliable Containers: 00 not rinse container. Do not and evaluate, at a minimum, the treatment recommendations listed
empty remaining formulated product. Do not break seals. Retum below prior to making an application
intact to point of putcllase. __ 1. Prior to treatment, if feasible, expose the water pipe(s) coming from
the well to the structure, if the pipe(s) enter the structUre within 3 feet
of grade.
Generallnformatlon on the Use of this Product 2. Prior to treatment, applicators are advised to take precautions to llmit
the risk of applying the termiticide into subsurface ci"ains that could
Not for use on plants being grown for sale or other commercial use, or empty into any bodies of water. These precautions include evaluating
for corrwnerciaJ seed production, or for research purposes. For use on whetfler application of the tenniticide to the top of the footer may
plants intended for aesthetic purposes or climatic modifications and result in contamination of the subsurface drain. Factors such as depth
being grown in interior plantscapes, ornamental gardens or parks, or to the drain system and soil type and degree of compaction should he
lawns and grounds. taken into account in detennlning th~ depth of treatmenl
The use of this product prevents and controls Termite infestations in and
around stnJcrures and constructions.
3. When app!opriate (i.e., on ltIe water Side of the structure), the treated
backfill teChnique (described above) can also be used to minimize off-
The dn"'" insecticidal emulsion must be adeqUately aspersed in the soil site movement of termiticida.
to estabflSh a barrier between the wood and the l8rmftes in the soil. As Prior to using this technique near wells Of cistems, consult state, local or
a good pradice: 1) all non-essential wood and cellulose containing federal agencies for information regarding approved treatment practices in
materials, should be removed from around foundation walls, crawl your area.
spac:es. and p:Jrches; 2) eliminate termite access to moisture by repair~
ing faulty pllmbing and/or construction grade. Soil around untreated
slJ'tJCtl.ral wood in contact with soil should be treated as described Application Rate:
below. Use a 0.06% emulsjon for subterranean Termites. For other pests on the
To establish CW1 effective insecticidal barrier with this product the service label use specific listed rates.
tedmlcian JOOSt be familiar with current Termite control practices such M"dn~ Directlons: Mix the termilicide use dilution in the following man-
as: trenching, rodcing, sub-slab injection, coarse fan spraying of soil sur- ner: Fill tank 1/4 to 113 full. Start pump to begin by-pass agitation and
faces, crack and aevice (void) injeCtion, excavated soil treatment, and place end of treating tool in tank to allow circulation through hose. Add
brush or spray apprlCations to infested or susceptible wood. These tech- appropria1e amount of Bilfex TC termilicidelinsecticlde. Add remaining
niques must be correctlY employed to prevent or control infestations by amount of water. Let pump run and allow recirculation through the hose
subterranean Termites such as: Coptotermes, Heterotermes, Reticuli- for 2 10 3 minutes.
termes and ZootBrmopsis. The biology and behavior of the species
inYOived shoold be considered by the service technician in determining Biflex TC may also be mixed inlo fuU tanks of water, but requires sub-
which control practices 10 use 10 eliminate or prevent the tennite stantial agitation to insure unjformity of the emulsion.
infestaDon. To ~pare a 0.06% water emulsion, ready to use, dilute 1 quart of Bitlex
Choice of appropriate procedures should indude consideration of such TC with 99.75 gallons of water.
variable factors as the design of the structure. location of heating, ven- Mixing:
blalion. and ,., conditioning (HVAC) systems, water table, son type, soil For the desired @plica.tion rate, use the chart below to determine the
compaction, grade concitions, and location and type of domestic water amount of BiflexlBl Te Termiticide/1nsecticide for a given volume of fin-
supplies and utilities. ished emulskm:
For advk:e oonceming current control practices with relation to Specific
local conditions, consult resources in structuraJ pest control and state
cooperative extension and regulatory agencies.

Subterranean Termite Control

Directions For Use
Important: Cootamination 01 public and private water supplies must be
avoided by fdlowing these precautions: Use anti-bacldlow equipment or
proceWres to praven! siphonage of inseclicide inlo water supplies. 00
not contaminate cisterns or wells. Do not treat soil that IS water saturat-
ed or frozen. Do not !mat while precipitation is occurring. Consult state
and local specifications for recommended distances 01 wells from treat-
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Amount of Billex TC Pre-Construction Subterranean Tennlte Treatment
(Gallons except where noted)
Pre-Construcdon Treatment: Do not 0r,plY al a lower dosage andfor
Emulsion Amount Amount Dulml GalklU concentration than specified on this abel for applications prior to
Concentration of Biflo. TC of Wator or Anlthad Emllslon the Instatlation of the finished grade.
0.06% 0.32 oz 127.68 oz. 1 When treating foundations deeper than 4 feet. apply the termiticide as
1.60z 4.99 5 the bacKfiU is being replaced, or if the construction contractor fails to
32 oz. 9.975 10 notitv the applicator to permit this, treat the foundation to a minimum
80z. 24.94 25
0.5 qt. 49.875 50 daplh of 4 feet after the backfill has been installed. The applicator must
0.75 qt 74,8125 75 trench and rod into the trench or trench along the foundation walls and
99.75 100 around pillars and other foundation elements. at the rate prescribed from
1.f
2qL
q,. 149.62
199.5
150
200
grade 10 a minimum depth of 4 feet When the top of the footing is
exposed, the applicator must treat the soil adjacent to the footing to a
depth not to exCeed the bottom of the footing. However, in no case
0.12%* 0.64 OZ 127.36 oz. 1 should a structure be treated below the footing.
320z 4.975 5
6.4 oz. 9.95 10 EIIeoINe pre.construction subterranean Termite control is achieved by
0.5 qt. 24.875 25 the estabflshment of vertical andlor horizontal insacticidaJ barriers using
1 ~L 49.75 50 0.06% emulsion of BiHeX® TC. To meet Termite proofing requirements,
1. qt. 74.625 75
2qt 99.5 100 follow the procedures in the latest edition of the Housing and Urban
3qL 149.25 150 Development Minimum Property Standards (refer to U.S.DA Home
1 199 200 and Garden BuUetin No. 64).
Horizontal Barriers
Common units of measure: Create a horizontal barrier wherever treaied soH will be covered by a
1 pint ~ 16 Huid ounces (Oz.) slab, such as footing trenches, slab Hoors, carports, and the soil beneath
1 quart ~ 2 pints B 4 cups ~ 32 Huid ounces (oz.) stairs and crawl spaces.
To produce a horizontal insecticidal barrier, apply the emulsion at the
*For Termite applications, only use this rate in conjunction with the appU- rate of 1 gallon per 10 square feet to fill soil. If fill is washed gravel or
cation volume adjustments as listed in the section below or in the fOam other coarse material, apply at 1.5 gallons of emulsion per 10 square
or underground service application sections. feet so that the emulsion will reach !fie soil beneath the fill. Applications
shall be made by a low pressure spray (less than 50 p.S.I.) using a
AppliootJon Volume: To provide maxlmum control and protection coarse spray nozzle. If slab will not be poured the same day as treal-
against termite infestation apply the specified volume of the finished ment. cover treated soil with a water-proof barrier such as polyethylene
water emulsion and active ingredient as set forth in the directions for use sheefu:lg. This is not necessary if foundation walls have been installed
section of this label. II soil will not accept the labeled appliootion volume, around the treated SOIl.
the volume may be reduced provided there is a corresponding increase Vertical Barrlera
in concentration so that the amount of active ingredient applied to the Vertical barriers should be established in areas such as around the base
soil remains the same. of foundations, plumbing, utility entrances, back-filled soil against foun-
Note: Large reductions of application volUme reduce the ability to obtain dation walls and other critical areas.
a continuous barrier. Variance is allowed when volume and concentra- To produce a vertical barrier in soil, appfy the emulsion ata rate of 4 gal-
tion are consistent with label directed rates and a continuous barrier can lons per 10 linear feet per foot of depth. Distribute the treatment as
still be achieved. evenly as possible.
Where desirable for pre and post construction treatments, the volume of a When rodding or trenching. it is important that emulsion reaches
the 0.12"10 emulsion may be reduced by '/~ the labeled volume. See the top of the rooting. Rod holes should be spaced to provide a
Volume Adjustment Chart below. continuous insecticidal barrier.
Note: When volume is reduced, the hole spacing for subslab injection b. Care should be taken to avoid soil wash-out around the footing.
and soil rodding may require similar adjustment to account for lower vol-
ume dispersal of the termiticide in the soil. c. Trenches need not be wider than 6 inches. Emulsion should be
mixed with the soil as it is being replaced in the trench.
Volume Adlustment Chart d. For a monolithic slab. an inside vertical barrier may not be required.
Rate C% emulsion) 0.06% 0.12% Hollow block voids may be treated at a rate of 2 gallons of emulsion per
Volume allowed 10 linear feet so that the emulsion will reach the top of the footing.
Horizontal (gallons 0.5 Prior to each application, applicators must notify the general contractor,
emulsion/10 It") 1.0 gallons gallons construction superintendent, or similar responsible party, of the intend-
Vertical (gallons 2.0 ed tenniticide appliootion and intended sites of application and instruct
emulsionll0 lin. ft.) 4.0 gallons gallons the responsible person to notify construction workers and other individ-
uals to leave the area to be treated during application and until the ter-
miticide is absorbed into the soil.
After Treatment: AU holes In commonly occupied areas into which Biflex
TC has been applied must be plugged. Plugs must be of a non-cellulose Post Construction Subterranean Tennite Treatment
material or covered by an impervious, non-cellulose material. Use a 0.060/0 emulsion for post-construction treatment Post-construc-
tion sol applications shell be made by iniection, rodding, andlor trenclr
ing or coarse fan spray with pressures not exceeding 25 p.s.i. at the noz-
zle. care should be taken to avoid soil wash-out around the footing.
Do not apply emulsion untilloca.tion of wells, racflaOt heat pipes. water
and sewer lines atId electrica1 conduits are known and identified.
Caution must be taken to avoid puncturing and injection into these
elements.
Foundations: For applications made after the final grede is Installed, the
applicator must trench and rod Inlo the trench or trench along the foonda-
tion walls and around pillars and other foundation elemeots, at the rate
prescribed from grade to the top of the footing. When the footing is more
than four (4) teet below grade, the applicalor must trench and rod Into the
trench or trench along the foundation walls at the rate prescribed to a min-
imum deplh of four feet The actual depth of treatment will vary depend-
ing 00 soil type, degree of compaction, and location of termite activity.
When the top of the footing Is exposed, the applicator must treat the SOIl
adjacent to the tooting to a depth not to exceed the bottom of the footing.
, However, in no case should a structUre be treated below the footing.
Slabs
Vertical barriers may be established by sub-slab injection within the
struclJJre and rodding and/or trenching outside at the rate of 4 gallons of
emulsion per 10 linear feet per foot of depth. Special care must be taken
to distribute the treatment evenly. Treatment should not extend below
the bottom of the footing.
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Treat along !he outside of the foundation and where """""sary benealh
the slab- on the inside of foundation walls. Treatment may also be
AllIeal<s resulting In the deposition of termiticide In locations other than
those prescribed on this label must be deaned up pIioc \0 leaving !he
af r
required beneath the slab a/o'.'\l both sides 01 interior footing-supported appJic3tion sita. Do not allow f>99pfe Of pets to contact contaminated
walls, one side of interior partitions and along all cracks and eXpru:lsion areas or to reoccupy the contaminated areas of the strUcture until the
joints. Horizontal barriers may be established where necessary 'rYy long- dean-up Is completed.
rodding or by grid pattem injection vertically through the slab. Note: When treating behind veneer care should be taken not to driil
a Drill holes In !he slab andlor foundation to allow for !he application beyond !he veneer.1f concrete blocks are behind !he veneer, both the
of a continuous insecticidaJ barrier. blOcl<s and \he venear may be drilled and treated at the same time.
b. For shallow foundations (1 foot or less) dig a narrow trench approx- Excavation Technlqoo: If treatment must be made in difficult sitLIations,
imately 6 inches wide along the outside of the foundation walls. Do aIorlg fieldslOne or rubble walls, along faulty foundation walls, and around
not 019 bo!ow !he boltom of the footing. The emulsion should be pipes and utility lines which lead downward from !he slnK;lUre to a well or
appnea to !he trench and soil at 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear pond, application may be made in !he foIlowirlg manner:
feet per foot of dep!h as the soil is replaaed in the trench. a. Trench and remove soil to be treated onto heavy plastic sheeting or
e. For foundations deeper !han 1 foot lollow rates for basement. similar material.
d. Exposed soil and wood in bath !laps may be treated with a 0,06% b. Treat the soil at !he rate of 4 gallons of emulsion par 10 linear feet per
emulsion. foot of depth of the trench. Mix the emulsion thoroughly Into the sOillak-
irlg care to prevent liquid from rtmirlg off !he liner.
Basements
Where !he footing is greater than 1 foot of depth from grade to the bo~ e. After the treated soil has absorbed the liquid emulsion, replace the soil
tom of !he loundation, application can be made by trenchirlg and/or rod- in the trench.
dirlg at the rate of 4 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear lOOt per foot 01 Attention: When applying BifleX® TC Tenniticidellnsecticide in a con-
depth. When the footer is more than four feet below grade, !he applica- 'fined area, the user should wear unvented ~gJes and a respirator
tor may trench and/or rod aiorlg foundation walls at the rate prescribed ~pproved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration during applica-
for four feet 01 dep!h. The actual depth of treatment wiU vary depending tion.
on soil type, degree 01 compaction, and location 01 termite activity. Foam Applications
However, m no case should a structure be treated below the footer. SUb-
slab injection may be necessary a/orlg !he inside 0/ foundation walls, BilleX® TC emulsion, from 0.06 to 0,12 % may be converted to a foam
along aacks and J!>8l1ition walls. around pipes, conduits, piers, and with expansion characteristics from 2 to 40 times.
along both sides of onterior footing-supported walls.
localized Appllca1ion
AccesslbJa Crawl Spaces: For crawl spaces, app\y vertical IMnllicide
barriers at the rate of 4 gallons 01 emulsion per 10 rJOe3J' feet per foot of Foam Applications: The emulsion may be converted to a foam and !he
depth from grade to !he top of !he footing, or if !he footirlg is more than 4 foam, used to control or prevent tennite infestations.
feet below grade, to a minimum depth of 4 feet Apply 'rYy trenching and Depending on the circumstances foam ap'plications may be used alone
radding Into the trench, or trenchirlg. Treat both sides of foundation and or In com6ination with liquid emulsion applications. Appfications may be
around all piers and pipes. Where physical obstructions such as concrete made behind veneers, piers. chimney bases, into rubble foundations,
walkways adjacent to foundation elements prevent trenchirlg, treatment ' into bfock voids or structural voids, under slabs. stoops. porches, or to
may be made by rodding alone. When soil type and/or conditions mak& the solI in crawlspaces. and other similar voids.
trenching prohibitive, rodding may be used. When the top of the footing is
exposed, the applicator must treat the soil adjacent to the footirlg to a Foam and liquid application must be consistent with volume and active
depth nOl to exceed the boltom of the footing. Read and follow the mixing ingredient instructions in order to insure pro~r application has been
and use direction section of the \abo! H situations are encountered where made. The volume and amount of active ingredient are essential to an
the soil will not accept the full application volume effective treatment At least 75% of the labeled liquid emulsion volume
of product must be applied, with the remaining percent delivered to
1. Rod holes and trenches must not extend below the oottom of the foot- appropriate areas using foam application. Refer to label and use reer
ing. ommendations of the team manufacturer and the foaming equipment
2. Rod holes must be spaced so as to achieve a continuous termiticlde manufacturer.
barrier but in no case more than 12 Inches apart Foam applications are generaUy a ~od supplement to liquid treabnents
3. Trenches must be a minimum of S inches deep Of to the bottom of the to difficUlt areas. but may be used alone in c!ifficuit spots.
footing, whichever is less, and need not be wider than 6 inches. When
trenching in slopln~ {tiered} soil, the trench must be stepped to ensure AppUcatfon Under Slabs or to Soli In Crawlspaces to Prevent or
adequate distribution and to prevent termiticide from running off. The Controt Termites
emulsion must be mixed wUh the soil as it Is replaoed in the trench, Application may be made using BifleX® TC foam alone or in combina-
tion with '!9.uid emulsion. The equivalent of at least 4 gallons (1.28
4. When treating plenums or crawl spaces, turn oft' the air circulation sys- ounces of BifleX®TC concentrate) of 0,06% emulsion per 10 linear feet
tem of the structure until application has been oompleted and all ler- (vertica1 barrier), or at least 1 gallon (0.32 ounces of BineX® TC con-
miticide has been absorbed by the soi\. centrate) of 0.06% emulsion per 10 square feet (horizontal barrier) must
InaccesslbJ. Crawl Spaces: For Inaccessible Interior areas, such as be applied either as emulsion, foam, or a combination of both. For a
areas where there is Insufficient dearance between floor joists and ground foam only application, apply BilleX® TC concentrate in sufficient foam
surfaces to aI10w operator access, excavate if possible, and treat accord- concentration and foam vofume to deposit 1.28 ounces of concentrate
ing to the Instructions lor accessible aawl spaces. Otherwise, apply one per 10 linear feet or 0.32 ounces of concentrete per 10 square feet For
or a combination of the following two methods. examf'\e, 2 gallons of 0.12% emulsion generated as foam to cover 10
1. To establish a horiZontal barrier, apply to the soli slliace, 1 gallon of linear feet is equal to the application of 4 gallons of 0.06% emulsion per
emUlsion per 10 square feet overill1 using a nome pressure ot less 10 linear feet.
than 25 p.s.l. and a coarse application noizie (e.g., Delavan Type RD Sand Barrier Installation and Treatment
Raindrop, ROo7 or larger, or Spraving Systems Co. 0010LP TeeJet or Tennites can bund mud tubes over ueated surfaces as long as they have
comparable nozzle). For an area that cannot be reached with the appIf. access to untreated so~ and do not have to move Billei<@' TC treated
ca.1ion wand, use one or more extensIon rods to make the appflCation soil. Fill in cracks aIJ.d spaces with builder's or pfay box sand and treat
to the soil. Do not broadcast or powerspray with higher pressures. the sand with BifleJlB' TC. The sand should be treated as soil following
2. 1b establish a horizontal banler, drill through the foundation wall or the termiticide rate Usted on !he BifleX® TC label.
through the Roar aIbove and treat \he soli penmeter at a rate of I gallon Retreatment for subterranean termites can- only be performed if there is
of emulsion per 10 square feet Drill spaCIng must be at intervals not to dear evidence of feinfestation or disruption of the barrier due to construc-
exceed 16 Inches. Many Slates haVe smaller intervals, so check State tion, excavation. or landscaping and/or evidence of the breakdown of the
regulations which may apply. termilicide barrier fn the soil. These vulnerable or reinfested areas may be
When treating plenums and crawf spaces. tum off the air circulation sys- retreated in accordance with application techniques described in this
tem of the structure until application has been completed and all termili- producfs labeling. The timing and type 0/ these retreatments will vary
cide has been absorbed 'rYy the soil. depending on faCtors such as termite pressure, soR types, soil conditions
and other !actors which may reduce the e\!ectiveness of \he banler.
Masonry Voids: Drill and treat voids In multiple masonry elements of the
structure extending from the structure to the so~ in order to creati a con-
tinuous treatment barrier in the area to be trealed. Apply at the rate of 2
gallons of emulsion P'!r 10 linear feat of footing, using a nozzle pressure
of less than 25 p,S,I. When USing this treatmen~ = holes must be
drilled below !he sill plate and should be as dose as possible to the foot-
ing as is practical. Treatment of voids in block or rubble foundation Walls
must be closely examined: Applicators must inspect areas of possible
runoff as a precaution against application leakage In the treated areas.
Some areas may not be treatable or may require mechanical alteration
prior to treatmenl
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Specific Pest Control Applications

Uoderground Services such as: wires, cables, utility lines. piP.'t's, c0n-
food/feed areas of food/feed areas are areas such as ga:1.- ! ms,
lavatories, IIoor drains (to sewers) entries and veslibules, offici>s, !o,,"...
rooms, machine rooms, boiler rooms, garages, mop dosets and storage
duits, etc. Services may be within structures or located outside slnJo- (alter bottling or canning).
ture~. In right-of-ways or to protect tong range (miles) of installations of
S9f'Vlces. Not for use in USDA Meat and Poultry Plants.
Soil treatment may be made using 0.06 to 0.12'% BifleX® TC emulsion Broadcasl Treatment 01 Wood for the Control of Wood·infesting
to prevent attack by Tennites and Ants. Insects and Nuisance PeslS Outside of Structure
Apply a 0.06% emulsion with a fan spray using a maximum pressure of
Apply 2 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet to the bottom of the trench 25 psi. Treatment should be made JUst to the point of run-o~.
and allow to soak into the soil. Lay services on the treated so~ and cover
with approximately 2 inches of fill soil. Apply another 2 gallons per 10 To control wood-Infesting Insects active inside trees, utility poles andlor
linear feet over the soil surface to complete the treatment carrier. In wide fence posts, drin to find the interior infested cavity and Inject a 0.06%
trenches, only treat the soil in the area near the services. It is important emulsion. To control Bees, Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow.Jackets, apply
to establish a continuous barrier of treated soil surrounding the SSMces. in late evening when insects are at rest Aim spray at nest openings in
ground, bushes and in cracks and crevices which may harbor nests, sat-
Whe"!. soil will not accept the above labeled volume, 1 oaIlon of 0.12'% urating nest openings and contacting as many insects as possible.
BilleJlll'TC may be used per 10 linear feet of trench boin to the bottom
of the trench and over the soil on top 0/ the services. Pests Under Slabs
Infestations of Arthropods, such as Ants, Cockroaches and Scorpions
Finish filling the trench with treated fill soil. The soil where each service Inhabiting under slab area may be controlled by drilling and injecting or
protrudes from the ground may be treated by trenching/redding of no horizontal rodding and then injecting 1 gallon of a 0.06% to 0.12% emu~
more than 1 to 2 gallons of emulsion into the soil. sian per 10 square feet or 2 gallons of emulsion per 10 linear feet
Precautions: Attention
Do not treat electrically active underground services.
Do not apply to pets, crops, or sources of electricity.
Posts, Poles, and Other CoMtructions
Create an insecticidal barrier in the soil around wooden constructions Firewood is not 10 be treated.
such as signs, fences and landscape ornamentation by applying a Use only in well ventrlated areas.
0.06% emulsion.
During any apptication to overhead areas of structure, cover surfaces
Previously installed poles and posts may be treated by sub-surface below with plastic sheeting or similar material (except where exempt).
injection or treated by gravity·flow through holes made from the bottom
of a trench around the pole or post Treat on all sides to create a c0n- Do nol allow spray to contact food, foodstuffs, food contacting surfaces,
tinuous insecticidal barrier around the pole. Use 1 gallon of emulsion per food utenSils or water supplies.
foot of depth for poles and posts less than six inChes in diameter. For Thoroughly wash dishes and food handling utensils with soap and water
larger poles, use 1.5 gallons of emulsion per foot of depth. Apply to a if they IlecOme contaminated by application of this product.
depth of 6 inches below the bottom of the wood. For larger construc-
tions, use 4 gallons per 10 linear feet per foot of depth. Do not treat areas where food is exposed.
Treatment of Wood·in-Place for Control of Wood·lnfestlng Insects: During indoor surfaCe applications do not allow dripping or run-off to
(Localized Areas in Structure) For the control of insects such as occur.
Termites, Ants. C'!fPenter Ants, and wood-infesting beedes such as Old
House Borer and Powder Post in locaHzed areas of infested wood in and General Applications Instructions
around structures, apply a 0.06% emUlsion to voids and galleries in
damaged wood and in spaces between wooden members of a structure Bifle~ TC Termiticidelfnsecticide formulation mixes readay with water
and between wood and foundations where wood is vulnerable. Paint on and other aqueous carriers, and controls a wide spectrum of insects
or fan spray applications may also be used. Plastic sheeting must be and mites on trees, shrubs, foliage plants, non-bearing fruit and nut
placed immediately below o-verhead areas that are spot treated except trees, and flowers in interiorscapes Including hotels, shopping malis,
for soil surfaces in crawl spaces. Ap:plication may be made to inacces- office buildin9's. etc. and, outdoor piantscapes, such as around resi-
sible areas by drilling, and then injecting emulsion with a crack and dential dwellIngs, parks, institutional, recreational, athletic fields and
crevice injector into the damaged wood or void spaces. This type of home lawns. Non-bearing crops are perennial crops that will not pro-
application Is not intended to be a substitute for soil treabnent. mechan- duce a harvestable raw agricultural commocfity during the season of
ical alteration or fumigation to control extensive infestation of wood- application.
infesting insects.
Biflex® TC may be tank-mixed with other ,eroducts, including insect
Termite carton nests in trees or building voids may be injected with growth regulators. When tank mixing Biflex TC with other products,
0.06% emulsion. Multiple injection points to varying depths may be nec- observe all precautions and limitations on each s~rate p'roduct label.
essary. It is desirable to pnysically remove carton nest material from The addition of s"preader stickers is not necessary. The physica1 com-
building voids when such nests are found. patibmty of Binel<'" TC may v;rry with different sources of pesticide prod-
uctst and local cultural practices. Any tank mixture whicfJ has not been
preViously tested should be preP"fed. on a small scale (pint or quart jar),
Conlrol of Bees and Wasps Indoors: To control Bees, wasp, Homets, using the prop'er proportions of Chemicals and water to ensure the phys-
and Yellow.Jackets apply a 0.06% emulsion. Application should be ical compatibIlity of the mixture.
made in the late evenmg when insects are at rest. Spray liberally into
hiding and brooding places, especially under attic ralters, contacting as The follOWing procedure is recommended for preparation of a new tank
many insects as possible. Repeat if necessary. mix, unless s~fied otherwise in label directions: (1) Add wettable
~OWdelS to tank water, (2) Agitate, (3) Add liquids and flowables, (4)
Important: Do not apply emulsion until location of heat pipes, ducts, Agitate, \5) Add emulsifuible concentrates, and (6) Agitate. If a mixture
water and sewer lines and electrical conduits are known and identifled. is -found 0 be incompabble follOWing this order of addltion. try reversing
Caution must be taken to avoid puncturing and injection into these struc- the order of addition, or increase the volume of water. Note: 1f the tank-
tural elements. Do not apply into electrical fixtures, switches, or sockets. mixture is found to be compatible after increasing the amount of water.
then 'the sprayer will need to be recalibrated for a higher volume apph-
In the home, all food processing surfaces and utensils in the treatment cation. Do not allow tank mix to stand overnight
area should be covered during treatment or thoroughly washed before
r&-use. Remove pets, birds, and cover aquariums before spraying. Do
not pennit humans or pets to contact treated surfaces until the spray has APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
dried.
Lawn: Apply BiffeX®TC as a broadcast treatment Use higher volumes
DUring any overhead applications to overhead interior areas of struc- up to 10 gallons of carrier ~r 1000 square feet to get unitorm coverage
tures, cover surfaces below with plastic sheeting or similar materials when treating dense grass foliage.
(except where exempt).
Wear protective dothing, unvented goggles, gloves and respirator, when For low water volume usage, less than 2 gallons/1000 square feet. add~
tion of a non-ionic or silicone based surfactant (0.25% 'OM is recom-
applying to overhead areas or in poony ventifated areas. Avoid touching mended. as is immediate irrigation of treated area with at least 0.25
sprayed surfaces until spray has completely dried. inches of water following appucation to ensure efficacy of sub--surface
Do nat use in food/feed areas of food/feed handling eslablishments, pests such as, but not limited to, Mole Crickets.
restaurants or other areas where food(feed is commercially prepared or
processed. Do not use in serving areas while food is exposed or facility
IS in operation. Serving areas are areas where prepared foods are
served such as dining rooms but exduding areas where food may be
prepared or held.
In the home, cover all food handling surfaces and caver or remove all
food and cooking ulensils, or wash thoroughly after treatment Non·
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LAWN APPLICATION RATES Do not apply when wind conditions favor downwind drift 10 nea~y
water bodies.
. Pest Biftex®TC Comments
Do not apply when wind velocity exceeds 1,0 miles per hour.
Ants 0.07-{).15 "For control of
Annyworms ft.ozs. per 1000 overwintered Mole Avoid application when wind gusts approach 10 mph.
Billbu s square feet Crickets ap'ply the
Chi~Bugs lower rate In early
~ring. For the control
Apply using nozzles that provide the largest droplet size compatible
With adequate coverage.
Crana Flies
Crickets o adult Mole Crickets in
late-Summer or early Ornamentals and Trees: For ornamental applications, dilute 0.26 to
Cutworms 1.28 fluid ounces of BifleX® TC Termiticidellnsecticide per 10 gallons of
E . Fall, apply the higher rate.
F~:bworms To enhance control a
water and apply at the rate of 10 gallons per 4,356 square feel One
gallon of finish spray will treat 435 square feet If a higher volume al1pli-
Aeas (adults, larvae) non-ionic surfactant or a cation is required for adequate coverage of !he plant canopy, Biflex"'TC
Grasshoppers silicone based surfactant may be ciluted in large volumes of water as long as the maximum lab~
Mites (0.25% vlv) ma~ be rate (1.28 ftuid ounces per 4,356 square feet) is not exceeded. Bifle"""
Mele Crickets' applied as a tank·mix for TC may be applied through low volume equipment by dilution with
Sod Webworms the control of late SUmmer water and providing the maximum laba! rate (1.28 fluid ounces per
=ebugs or Fall Adult Mele 4,356 square feet) IS not exceeded.
Crickets. To maximize effi·
cacy a~n~ub-sUrface ORNAMENTAL APPLICATION RATES
~s, 'He TC shculd
~plied with a non-iOnk
or . lcone based surfac- Rate
Imported Fire Ants"
Jap;>nE>sa Beetles
(adult)
0.07-{).30
fl.ozs. per 1000
square teet
wate.r to ensure ~ood
etration of spra,>; SOl
rn-
!ant (0.25% 'I,) in sufficient Pest IbaiJ fI.ozJ
o Gallons 10 Gallons
Comments

thatch matrix. reated

areas should then be Irri- I~~ds 0.004
to
0.26
to
Apply the srafied
rate as a fu I
gated with 0.25 to 0.5 Bagworms 0.02 1.28 coverage foliar spray.
Inches of water immecfi· Black Vine Weevil ReP.Bat as necess?tY to
ately afterwards paying (adults) acftieve control using
special attention so that Brown SOft Scales higher rates as pest
run-off or puddling does Broad Miles pressure and foliage
not occur. Budwonns area increases.
California Red
Delay waterin~r mOWing ~e~lers) To centrol Bagworm:
for 24 hours a r applica- Centi~ s Apply when larvae
tion to ensure optimum Clover Mites begin 10 hatch. Spray
control of Annrsorms, Crickets larvae directly.
Cutworms an Sod Cutworms APplications made when
Webworms. EalWigs laTVae aretleoung will
Elm Leaf Beetles be most e dive.
""For foraging ants. Fall Webworms
Aea Beetles To control scale
Fun~us Gnats crawlers and twig
(a ulls) borers: Treat trUnKs,
Grasshoppers stems, and twigs in
lace Bugs addition to plant
Leafhcppers foliage.
Leaf feeding
Caterpillais Certain cultivars may
~~/~~s be sensitive to the
final spray solution.
Mole Crickets> A small number of
Orchid Weevil ~Iants shculd be
Pillbu2s eated and obselVed for
Pine eedle Scales one week prior to
(crawlers) app'lication .to the
Plant Bugs enbre planting.
(incl. Lygus spp)
Ban Jose Scales Use of an a1temate
(crawlers) class of chemistry in
SOwbugs a treabnent program is
§piders recommended to prevent
Spittlebugs or delay pest
Tent CatBrpiliars resistance.
~Moths
eevils Use sufficient water to
Whiteflies obtain uniform cove~e.
TY~icaI use rates are 0
Citrus Thrips 0.006 0.38 ga Ions of spray per 4,356
Beet Armywonn to to square feet.
Oiaprepes 0.02 1.28
{larvae, adUltk To centrol Black Vine
European Red ite Weevil and Fungus Gnat
Leafrollers larvas. apply: as a drench
~igerMites at the rate of aftProximate--
nps Iy 8 ounces of Inished
Twig Borers spray per 6 inch pct.
Imported Fire Ants,.,. 0.01 0.64 "For control of
J~anese Beetles to to overwintered Mole
(adult) 0.02 1.28 Crickets ap'ply the
Leafminers lower rate In early
Pecan leaf Sfring. For the control
Scorch Mite o adult Mole Crickets in
Black Vine Weevil late-8ummer or early
(Iarvaeb FaD, apply the higher rate.
Fungus nats
(larvae) ··For foraging ants.
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Pest Control on Outside Surfaces and Around Buildings
For control of ants, including Carpenter Ants and FJre Ants, Armyworms,
Bees, Centipedes, Chiggers, Chinch Bugs, Clover Mites, Crickets,
Cutworms, Dichondra Flea Beetles, Earwigs, European Craneflies,
Flees, Flies, Grasshoppers, Hornets, Millipedes, Mosquitoes, Moths,
Roaches, including Cockroaches, Scorpions, Sod Webworms, Sowbugs
(Pillbugs), spiders including Black Widow Spiders, Springtails, ticks,
including Brown Dog Ticks, and Wasps.
Apply BifleX® TC using a 0.03 to 0,06% emulsion as a residual spray to
outsIde surfaces of buildings including, but not limited to, exterior sidIng,
foundations, porches, window frames. eaves, patios, garages, refuse
dumps, lawns such as grass areas adjacent or around private homes,
duplexes, townhouses, condominiums, house trailers, apartment com-
plexes, ~rts. garages, fence lines, storage sheds, barns, and other
residential and non-commercial structures, soil. trunks of woody orna-
mentals and other areas where pests congregate or have been seen.

For 0.03% emulsion, mix 'I. fluid oz. of Bifl~X® TC per gallon of water.
For 0.06% emulsion, mix '/) fluid oz. BifleX8' TC per gallon of water (1
fluid oz. = 2 tablespoons). Do not use household utensils to measure
BlfleX® TC. Use the higher rate for heavy pest infestation, quicker
knockdown or longer residual control. Repeat treatment as necessary to
maintain effectiveness.

Perimeter Treatrnent:App/y to a band of soil and vegetation 6 to 10 feet

wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also, treat the foundation of
the structure to a height of 2 to 3 feet Use a spray volume of 2 to 10 ga!-
Ions of emulsion per 1000 square feet Higher volUmes of water may be
needed if mulch or leaf litter IS present or foliage is dense. House siding
may be treated if pests such as Gypsy Moth adults and caterpillarS,
Boxelder Bugs, Elm Leaf Beetles, Earwigs or Silverfish are present
For Optimal Control of Ant and Fire Ant Mounds use BifteX® Te
0.06% emulsion as Drench Method: Apply 1·2 gallons of emulsion to
each mound area by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat a 4 foot
diameter circle around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds
larger than 12". For best reSUlts, apply in cool weather, such as in early
moming or late evening hours. but not in the heat of the day.

Application 10 Home Lawns: Apply BifteX® TC as a broadcast treat·

ment in 2 to 10 gallons of carrier per 1000 square feel Use higher vo""
umes to get unifurm coverage when treating dense grass foliage.

Attention: Keep children and pets off treated areas fonowing application
until the spray has dried. .

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the use of this product other than indicated on the label. Except as so
warranted, the product is sold as is. Buyer and user assume all risk of
use and/or handling and/or storage of this material when such use
and/or handling and/or storage is contrary to label instructions.
Directions and Recommendations: Follow directions carefully.
1imin~. method of application, weather conditions, mixture with other
chemIcals not specifically recommended and other influencing factors in
the use of this product are beyond the control of the seller and are
assumed by the buyer at his own risk.
Use of Product: FMC's recommendations for the use of this product
are based upon tests believed to be reliable. The use of this product
being beyond the control of the manufacturer, no guarantee, expressed
or implied, is made as to the effects of such or the results to be obtained
if not used in accordance with directions or established safe practice.
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of warranty or negligence shall be limited to direct damages not exceed-
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Revisions:
1. Addition of FirstLine Concept language.

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