Insect bait station and method of using
US9089122B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 18, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N59/14
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A device for controlling blood-feeding insects is disclosed. The device includes a membrane containing a solution suitable for consumption by blood-feeding insects wherein the solution is comprised of a base, the base selected from the group consisting of up to 70 wt % NaCl in water, phosphate buffer, citric acid in water, and sodium lauryl sulfate in water, and wherein the solution has a pH of between about 6 and 8. An additional active ingredient may be added to the solution. The solution may be referred to as liquid bait. The membrane is suitable for blood-feeding insects to pierce or puncture in order to feed. A method of exterminating or controlling blood feeding insects is also disclosed along with novel bait solutions.
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