Caterpillar Killer
Safer Caterpillar Killer contains
Bacillus thuringiensis var
Kurstaki (Dipel®), a naturally occurring bacterial insecticide. After consuming Bt, caterpillars stop eating and die within a few days. Controls tent caterpillars, gypsy moths, cabbage loopers, tomato hornworms and other leaf-eating caterpillars. Derived from natural ingredients and does not remain in the environment for long. May be used up to the day of harvest. OMRI Listed for use in organic production.
Directions for Use:
Mix 1-2 teaspoons per gallon of water and apply at first sign of infestation. For severe infestations or large caterpillars use up to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water.
Note: Apply in late afternoon or on cloudy days since Bt breaks down in sunlight.
Active Ingredients:
Bacillus thuningiensis, var. Kurstald (DIPEL) 8,800 IU
of potency per mg. 32 billion IU per gallon ..... 1.76%
Inert Ingredients ..... 98.24%
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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) - PDF format