New DuPont™ Advion® Ant Gel Receives EPA Registration

PMPs Will Gain Reliable Control of Multiple Ant Species with Advion® Ant Gel’s New Chemistry and Novel Mode of Action

WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 22, 2007 – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted regulatory approval for DuPont™ Advion® ant gel.  As the first novel chemistry in the ant gel market in years, Advion® ant gel will provide pest management professionals (PMPs) with consistent, broad-spectrum control of multiple ant species including all key sweet feeders, plus carpenter ants and many others. 

Powered by the MetaActive™ compound, Advion® ant gel leverages the ant’s own enzymes to provide total colony control, even when multiple queens are present.  Its strong attractant formulation outperforms other baits in consumption tests and will ensure PMPs gain broad spectrum control.  Combined with proven performance and a unique mode of action, Advion® ant gel also has an excellent toxicological profile, with an EPA classified Reduced Risk active ingredient.

“We’re proud to introduce a new member of the Advion® family to our customers, who have come to rely on the power of its chemistry and its superior environmental profile,” Mike McDermott, global business leader for DuPont Professional Products, said.  “Today’s PMPs are challenged by the older chemistries and unpredictable results of ant bait products on the market today.  PMPs who are looking for infestation control of sweet feeders, carpenter ants and other species will now have the reliable, thorough insect control they expect from the Advion®  brand.”

At press, DuPont has submitted for state approvals.  DuPont Professional Products will be showcasing Advion® ant gel at PestWorld starting October 17, 2007, in Orlando, Fla.  More information about DuPont is available at www.proproducts.dupont.com.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Del., DuPont Professional Products brings the company’s tradition of science, innovation and safety to the pest and green industries.  DuPont Professional Products’ global portfolio includes DuPont™ Advion® fire ant bait and ant bait arena, Advion® cockroach gel bait and bait arena, Advion® mole cricket bait, Provaunt™ insecticide and TranXit® herbicide.

DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.

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8/22/07

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