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Scientific name

Iron Phosphate

Pesticide Classification
__ Herbicide	__ Fungicide __Bactericide	__ Insecticide/Miticide _X Molluscicide __ Repellent
Properties	Properties	Properties
__ Selective __ Non-selective __ Pre-emergent __ Post-emergent __ Systemic __ Contact	__ Broad Spectrum __ Specific __ Systemic __ Non-systemic __ Protectant __ Eradicant	__ Synthetic __ Biological __ Oil __ Soap __ Botanical _X Other	__ Broad-spectrum _X Specific __ Systemic _X Non-systemic __ Contact poison _X Stomach poison __ Other

Common Brand Names:

	Bayer Advanced Snail & Slug
	Bonide Slug Magic
	Monterey- Slugo Snail & Slug Bait
	Earth-tone® Slug & Snail Control
	Earth-tone® Bug & Slug Control (+ Spinosad)

Chemical Action and Usages: Molluscicide in a granular or pellet form for the control of slugs and snails around lawns, gardens, ornamentals, vegetables, fruit trees, citrus and in greenhouses. The active ingredient is ferric (iron) phosphate which is a common chemical with a variety of uses including as an ingredient in fertilizer. Snails and slugs are more sensitive to the effects of iron phosphate than are other organisms. This product attracts (contains an attractant) snails and slugs and when the pests eat the pellets, the iron phosphate interferes with calcium metabolism in their gut, causing them to stop eating almost immediately. They die three to six days later.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand you have selected. Apply the product according to the directions on the label. This product is an alternative to the more toxic chemical (metaldehyde/carbaryl) formulation that has been used to control snails and slugs. Do not apply this product to water. Consult the label for the appropriate harvest waiting period when using around vegetables.

Toxicity: Low toxicity to humans, pets, birds or fish. May cause moderate eye irritation. There are no harmful effects to earthworms and certain ground beetles if users follow application directions on the label.