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Scientific name

Imidicloprid

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

Common Brand Names:

	Merit (Commercial product)
	Bayer Advanced Tree and Shrub Insect Control
	Bayer Advanced 12 month Tree & Shrub Protect & Feed ( 2-1-1)
	Bayer Advanced All in One Rose & Flower Care (+ Folicur fungicide)
	Bayer Advanced 3 in 1 Insect, Disease & Mite (+ Folicur fungicide & Mavrik miticide)
	Bayer Advanced 2 in 1 Insect Control plus Fertilizer Plant Spikes (8-11-15)
	(see Merit under Turf Grub Control Products)
	Monterey Once a Year Insect Control

Chemical Action and Usages: Imidacloprid is a systemic, chloro-nicotinyl insecticide with many soil, seed and foliar uses. The chemical works by disrupting the nervous system of the insect resulting in the insect’s paralysis and eventual death. It is used for the control of many sucking insects and is effective against adult or larval stages of various species. Products are available to control aphids, thrips, whiteflies, scale, termites, turf and soil insects and some beetles. Imidacloprid kills insects by contact and ingestion and is especially systemic when used as a soil treatment.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand and formulation you have selected. Apply the product according to the directions on the label.

Toxicity: Imidacloprid has a relatively low toxicity to humans. It is highly toxic to bees if used as a foliar application when bees are foraging. The toxicity to fish is moderate to low. Seeds treated with Imidacloprid can be toxic to birds especially the house sparrow. It is moderately toxic to earthworms.