Frequently Asked Questions
A: Oxalic acid.
A: "Oxalic acid is a substance that occurs naturally in many plants and vegetables," - source: EPA Website CLICK HERE
1. "With the vaporization method of application, oxlaic acid dihydrate crystals are heated using a specialized application device until they liquefy and vaporize. Oxalic acid vapor fills the hive and all the bees and hive interior surfaces are covered with a very thin layer of oxalic acid dihydrate crystals during sublimation. While bees tolerate these fine crystals, they are toxic to the Varroa Mites." - United States Enviromental Protection Agency.
2. Vaporization of Oxalic acid on honey bees and bee hives was approvaed by the EPA as of March 10, 2015.
"Registration Decision for the New Active Ingredient Oxalic Acid" -- CLICK HERE to download the EPA document.
2. Vaporization of Oxalic acid on honey bees and bee hives was approvaed by the EPA as of March 10, 2015.
"Registration Decision for the New Active Ingredient Oxalic Acid" -- CLICK HERE to download the EPA document.
A: The Vaporizer needs an electrical power source of 120v and an air compressor.
We recommend the "Honda EU2000i Super Quiet Generator" and any small 2 gallon air compressor.