DIMILIN Diflubenzuron Is the Active Ingredient in Dimilin, a Restricted Use Pesticide With

DIMILIN Diflubenzuron is the active ingredient in Dimilin, a restricted use pesticide with a specific spectrum against insects and crustaceans. Therefore, it is highly effective against Lernea and Argulus.Common names for these parasites are 'Anchor Worm' and 'Fish Lice' respectively. Both of which can be seem by the naked eye from a couple of feet away. These crustaceans have an exoskeleton - which basically means they have their skeleton on the outside and it does not grow as they grow. So the exoskeleton must be shed and a new one will form. Dimilin works by interfering with the development of the new chitin exoskeleton thus rendering the crustacean unable to mature and reproduce. . Fish with a heavy lice infestation will show a classic irritation response such as rubbing and flashing. At a later stage they will become lethargic. Affected fish may have focal red lesions on their body.

CAUTION Dimilin is toxic to invertebrates, so don't let the water run into rivers or creeks.

DOSAGE Published rates are .03 to .06 PPM although most koi ponds sources state that dimilin is nearly non toxic to koi and goldfish and further recommend a dose of 0.26mg/L. At this rate add 1 gm per 1,000 gallons. If you do not have a gram scale: 1 gram Dimilin fits neatly into a level 1/2 teaspoon measure, therefore ½ tsp per 1,000 gallons is recommended.

PROCEDURE Mix the dosage amount into a gallon container of pond water. Disperse evenly around the outside of the pond. Do not bypass filters. There is no need or reason to do water changes when dosing with Dimilin. A one time dosage is usually sufficient.

NOTES Potassium permanganate will chew up DIMILIN, so treat any waste water before dumping to storm sewers or natural waterways. The dosage above has been tested by several members and has been proven to be safe

US gallons to be treated X PPM X 0.0038 X Drug Purity = grams to be added

Ex. 1000 gal X 0.26 PPM X 0.0038 X 1 = 0.98 grams