Bulk Diatomaceous Earth Codex Grade – 50 lbs.

Description

Diatomaceous Earth

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rDiatomaceous Earth (DE) is from a rich deposit, thousands of feet deep, rof the shells of tiny Diatoms which flourished in ancient seas. Diatoms rare the only algae (micrscopic plants) which make shells around themselves rout of the silica they extract from the water. r

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rDE is an abrasive dust commonly used to kill pests in the home and garden. r It is unique among theinsecticidal dusts, since it works by physical rrather than chemical action.The microscopic shells are covered with sharp rneedlelike projections that penetrate an insect’s cuticle, allowing vital rliquids to leak out.DE also absorbs the waxy coatings on insects’ bodies; rboth actions cause pests to die of dehydration.It will kill desirable rinsects; it is nonselective. r

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• rIt is strongly suggested that you use a protective mask and goggles when rhandling this fine powder to guard against respiratory and eye irritations. r Don’t apply the dust where children are likely to encounter it.r

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