Taurus SC Termiticide/Insecticide

Always refer to the complete product label and MSDS for comprehensive instructions and safety information.

Key Points

• Restricted Use: Taurus SC is for sale to, use, and storage only by individuals/firms licensed or registered by the state to apply termiticide and/or general pest control products.
• Non-Repellent: Taurus SC is undetectable to pests, allowing them to contact, ingest, and spread it throughout their colony.
• Versatile Application: Can be used for pre- and post-construction termite treatment, as well as for various other pests.

Mixing Instructions

1. Prepare Tank: Fill the tank 1/4 to 1/3 full with water. Ensure the filling hose has an anti-backflow device or an air gap to prevent back-siphoning.
2. Start Agitation: Start the pump for bypass agitation and place the treating tool in the tank to allow circulation through the hose.
3. Add Taurus SC: Add the correct amount of Taurus SC for the desired dilution (see below).
4. Add Water: Add the remaining water to the tank.
5. Ensure Dispersion: Run the pump until the Taurus SC is fully dispersed.

Dilution Rates

• 0.06%: 0.8 fluid ounces of Taurus SC per gallon of water (for typical prevention and control).
• 0.09%: 1.2 fluid ounces of Taurus SC per gallon of water (for severe infestations or problem soils).
• 0.125%: 1.6 fluid ounces of Taurus SC per gallon of water (for dense soil or difficult construction).

Application Methods

• Pre-Construction Termite Treatments:

• Apply to the entire area under the concrete slab at 1 to 1.5 gallons of finished dilution per 10 square feet.
• Treat around foundation walls, pillars, and other foundation elements at 4 gallons of finished dilution per 10 linear feet per foot of depth.
• Treat voids in hollow block foundations at 2 gallons of finished dilution per 10 linear feet of footing.

• Post-Construction Termite Treatments:

• Treat along the foundation perimeter by trenching and rodding, or trenching alone, at 4 gallons of finished dilution per 10 linear feet per foot of depth.
• Treat under slabs by sub-slab injection through vertical or horizontal drilling, spacing drill holes no more than 12 inches apart.
• Treat bath traps and shower drains with 1 to 4 gallons of finished dilution per square foot or drain.
• For inaccessible crawl spaces, treat by applying 1 gallon of finished dilution per 10 square feet of soil surface or by drilling through the foundation wall or floor and treating at the same rate.

• Post-Construction Exterior Perimeter/Localized Interior Treatments:

• Apply similar methods as post-construction treatments, but focus on the exterior perimeter and localized interior areas with termite activity.

• Other Applications:

• For posts, poles, and wooden landscape ornamentation, create a continuous treatment zone at 4 gallons of finished dilution per 10 linear feet per foot of depth.
• For above-ground termites and carpenter ants, treat voids and galleries in damaged wood, spaces between wooden structural members, and termite carton nests.
• For termites or carpenter ants in trees or nonstructural wood, treat by injection or by drenching or rodding around the base of the soil contact points.
• For drywood termites and wood-infesting beetles or borers, treat galleries in structural and nonstructural elements with foam, low-pressure spray, or mist.
• For carpenter bees, apply directly into gallery entrance holes.

Safety Precautions

• PPE: Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including long sleeves, long pants, waterproof gloves, and potentially a respirator and eye protection, when handling and applying Taurus SC.
• Hygiene: Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, or smoking.
• Environment: Avoid applying Taurus SC to areas where it could contaminate water sources or harm non-target organisms.
• First Aid: Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment. If swallowed, call a poison control center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so. If on skin or clothing, remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. If inhaled, move the person to fresh air. If they are not breathing, call 911 and administer artificial respiration. If in eyes, hold the eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.  

Additional Tips

• Do not treat edible plants or fruit trees.
• Avoid contaminating water sources.
• Do not apply in conditions where runoff may occur.
• Clean up any spills or leaks immediately.
• Store and dispose of the product according to label instructions.

Remember: The product label is the law. Always follow the label instructions carefully to ensure effective and safe use of Taurus SC. If you have any questions or concerns, consult the product label, the MSDS, or contact DIY Pest and Lawns.

DIY Pest and Lawn 

386-774-2847

2417 Enterprise Rd.

Orange City, FL, 32763

Warranty and Conditions of Sale: Seller provides no warranty, express or implied, regarding the use or handling of this product beyond what is indicated on the label. The buyer assumes all risks associated with the use and handling of this material when such use or handling deviates from label instructions.