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Formaldehyde or Paraformaldehyde
Formaldehyde or Paraformaldehyde
- Last Updated
- Registered in
- ACT
- NSW
- NT
- QLD
- SA
- TAS
- VIC
- WA
- Applications
- Poultry sheds/hatchery buildings/farm buildings
- Egg fumigation
- On eggs or crates/equipment in contact with eggs/incubators/setters
- Practical application limited Yes
Safety and efficacy considerations
- Liquid formaldehyde; paraformaldehyde solid formaldehyde.
- Poisonous if absorbed by skin contact, inhaled, or swallowed and will irritate eyes.
- Should be only used by licensed Pest Control Operators.
- Need to follow Australian Chicken Meat Federation guidelines.
- Not for use on eggs for human consumption.
Products with this chemical may have different label instructions. Always follow the directions on the label and refer to the safety data sheet for the complete safety information on this chemical before using it.
Effective against
Registered as a disinfectant. Can be applied by fumigation.
APVMA notes the chemical is registered for
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