Maxforce Quantum is a clear, low-dose, non-staining liquid bait specifically formulated for long-lasting control of a wide range of cockroach species. Its advanced formulation utilises Hygroscopic Lure Matrix technology to maintain palatability and effectiveness for up to 3 months, ensuring continuous control even in challenging environments.
Chemical Details
- Active Ingredient: Imidacloprid 0.03% w/w
- Chemical Group: Neonicotinoid (IRAC Group 4A)
- Mode of Action: Acts on the insect’s nervous system by binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, leading to paralysis and death. Provides secondary kill (Domino Effect) as cockroaches transfer the active ingredient through contact and faeces within the colony.
- Formulation: Ready-to-use clear liquid bait gel
- Appearance: Transparent to slightly yellow viscous liquid
- Odour: Mild, non-repellent attractant odour
- Shelf Life: Approximately 2 years under recommended storage conditions
Key Features
- Hygroscopic formulation: Absorbs moisture from the environment to remain attractive and palatable for up to 12 weeks after application.
- Clear, odourless, and non-staining: Ideal for sensitive areas and discreet applications without leaving unsightly marks.
- Effective against German, American, Brown-banded, and Oriental cockroaches.
- Approved for use in food preparation, processing, and storage areas due to its low toxicity profile.
- Long-lasting residual effect minimises reapplication frequency, reducing labour and material costs.
Applications
Target Pests:
- German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
- American cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
- Brown-banded cockroach (Supella longipalpa)
- Oriental cockroach (Blatta orientalis)
Application Sites:
- Domestic kitchens and bathrooms
- Commercial food premises, restaurants, and food processing facilities
- Hospitals, schools, offices, and institutional buildings
- Warehouses and storage areas
- Inside electrical appliances, junction boxes, and equipment voids where sprays are unsuitable
Method of Application:
- Apply using a bait applicator bottle with nozzle tip for precise placement.
- Place small bait droplets in cracks, crevices, corners, behind equipment, under sinks, around plumbing, and along cockroach trails.
Recommended Dosage:
- Low to moderate infestations: 1 drop (~0.1 g) per m², spaced evenly in active areas.
- Heavy infestations: Increase to 2 drops per m² or shorten spacing intervals.
- Inspect weekly and replenish as needed to maintain effective control.
Benefits
- Provides rapid knockdown and colony elimination through direct ingestion and secondary transfer.
- Non-repellent formulation encourages cockroaches to feed without avoidance behaviour.
- Moisture-retaining gel matrix remains palatable for extended periods, even in dry conditions.
- Ideal for integrated pest management (IPM) programs in sensitive environments with minimal disruption to operations.
- Low active ingredient concentration minimises toxicity risk to non-target organisms and humans.
How to Use
- Inspection: Identify signs of cockroach activity, harbourages, and movement pathways.
- Preparation: Clean areas to remove alternative food sources while avoiding strong chemical cleaners that may deter cockroaches.
Application:
- Unscrew bottle cap and attach nozzle tip securely.
- Apply small droplets directly into cracks, crevices, and harborage sites.
- Do not apply on dusty, greasy, or freshly treated surfaces with insecticides.
Post-Application:
- Avoid cleaning baited areas for several days post-application to ensure feeding.
Monitoring & Reapplication:
- Inspect weekly. Replace bait if depleted, contaminated, or dried out.
- Rotate with alternative bait actives to manage resistance development in chronic infestations.
Safety & Precautions
- Hazard Classification: Slightly hazardous if ingested in large quantities; keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes. Wear gloves when handling.
- Do not apply directly onto food surfaces or utensils.
- Store in a cool, dry place, tightly sealed, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.
- Dispose of empty bottles and applicator tips according to local waste management regulations.
