Product Overview
The BASF Advance 360A Dual Choice Ant Bait Stations are designed for effective control of various household pest ants, including pharaoh ants, Argentine ants, and other common household ants. Each station features two distinct bait matrices to attract a wide range of ant species, targeting the queen and the entire colony for comprehensive elimination. This product is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use in various settings.
Key Features:
- Effective Control: Controls a wide variety of household pest ants, including pharaoh ants, effectively targeting their colonies by baiting and killing the queen.
- Active Ingredient: Abamectin 0.011%, highly effective in eliminating ant populations by disrupting their nervous systems, leading to colony collapse.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for a variety of settings, including homes, hospitals, restaurants, schools, and food processing facilities, ensuring versatility in ant management.
- Easy Application: Designed for simple placement in areas like baseboards, corners, and near plumbing. Features a kid and pet resistant design.
Safety Information
It is crucial to read, understand, and follow all label safety and application instructions provided with the product. Adhere to the following precautions:
- Do not allow children or pets to play with the bait station.
- Harmful if absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the bait stations.
- Keep exposed gel away from open foods and food contact surfaces.
- May stain textiles and clothing.
- State restrictions may apply regarding product use.
For emergencies or medical treatment information, have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor. You may also call 1-800-832-HELP for emergency medical treatment information.
Package Contents
Your BASF Advance 360A Dual Choice Ant Bait Stations package includes:
- 4 x BASF Advance 360A Dual Choice Ant Bait Stations.
Each bait station is a self-contained unit with two separate compartments, one containing a protein blend and the other a carbohydrate/oil blend, designed to attract different ant foraging preferences.
Setup and Placement
- Prepare the Bait Stations: The bait stations come ready to use. Simply separate the individual stations from the packaging. The bait is already exposed within the station's compartments.
- Identify Ant Activity: Observe ant trails and areas where ants are frequently seen foraging. Common areas include along baseboards, in corners, under sinks, near plumbing, and around food preparation areas.
- Strategic Placement: Place bait stations directly in the path of ant trails or near areas of high ant activity. For an average-sized room, use 3-4 bait stations. In heavily infested areas, consider using 6-8 stations.
- Secure Placement: Ensure the bait stations are placed on a flat, stable surface where they will not be easily disturbed by children or pets. The design is resistant to tampering.
Operating Instructions
Once placed, ants will be attracted to the dual bait matrices within the stations. They will enter the station, consume the bait, and carry it back to their colony. The active ingredient, Abamectin, is then transferred throughout the colony, including to the queen, leading to the elimination of the entire ant colony.
Allow several days for the bait to take full effect. You should observe a significant reduction in ant activity as the colony is eliminated.
Visual Demonstration:
Maintenance and Disposal
The BASF Advance 360A Dual Choice Ant Bait Stations are designed for single-use and do not require refilling. Replace bait stations when ant activity is no longer observed or after approximately three months, whichever comes first, to maintain continuous control.
To dispose of used bait stations, wrap them in several layers of newspaper and discard in the trash. Do not reuse empty bait stations.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Ants Not Attracted: Ensure the bait stations are placed directly in the path of ant trails. Remove competing food sources in the area to encourage ants to forage at the bait stations.
- Slow Results: Ant bait works by allowing ants to carry the bait back to the colony. This process takes time. Allow several days for the bait to effectively eliminate the colony.
- Ants Reappear: If ants reappear after initial elimination, it may indicate a new colony has established or a different species of ant is present. Re-evaluate placement and consider adding more bait stations.
- Insufficient Stations: In heavily infested areas, using more bait stations (6-8 per area) can accelerate control.
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | BASF |
| Model Number | 10340-1 |
| Product Dimensions | 4"L x 4"W x 4"H |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Number of Pieces | 4 |
| Target Species | Ant |
| Unit Count | 4.0 Count |
| UPC | 804338120320 |
Customer Support and Emergency Contact
For questions, comments, or emergency medical treatment information related to your BASF Advance 360A Dual Choice Ant Bait Stations, please refer to the contact details below. Always have the product container or label with you when seeking assistance.
- Emergency Medical Treatment Information: Call 1-800-832-HELP.
