Paxton

• ⏱️ Whole Colony Management ("Domino Effect"): Paxton is non-repellent, meaning termites don't avoid the treated soil. They get a lethal dose, carry it back to the colony, and transfer it to the queen and other nestmates through social contact (**horizontal transfer**), eliminating the infestation at the source.
• ?️ Superior Soil Barrier Integrity: Unlike repellent chemicals, Paxton is a **non-repellent termiticide**. It provides a "forgiving" barrier—even if there are small gaps in the application, termites pass through the chemical, ensuring high exposure and protection.
• ⏳ Long-Lasting Residual Efficacy: The specialized **Suspension Concentrate (SC) formulation** binds effectively to soil particles. This prevents leaching and ensures the chemical barrier remains stable and active for **5+ years**, offering reliable, long-term structural protection.
• ? Odorless and Non-Staining: The water-based SC formulation contains no volatile organic solvents, making it virtually **odorless** and **non-staining**. It is ideal for use in post-construction residential and commercial properties.
• ? Reduced Environmental Impact: Imidacloprid has a favorable safety profile compared to older chemistries (like Chlorpyrifos) due to its **high selectivity** for insect nervous systems over mammalian systems.

Imidacloprid is a neurotoxin that specifically targets the insect's central nervous system, leading to paralysis and death. This **slow-acting nature** is essential for the "Domino Effect" transfer mechanism.

1. Non-Repellent Contact: Termites enter the treated soil without detecting the chemical, picking up the toxin on their bodies and ingesting it while tunneling.
2. Receptor Agonism: Imidacloprid acts as an **antagonist to the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR)** in the termite's brain. It mimics the natural neurotransmitter, Acetylcholine, but the body cannot break it down.
3. Continuous Nerve Firing: This binding keeps the nerve impulse transmission permanently **"turned on,"** causing uncontrollable tremors, paralysis, and death due to over-excitation.

**Result:** The intoxicated, but still living, termite transfers the chemical to the entire colony through social feeding (**Trophallaxis**) and grooming, suppressing the entire termite population.

The Golden Rule: Always follow the "Dose per Acre / Dose per Litre" for accurate results to achieve the required **0.075% Active Ingredient** concentration.

*PHI = Pre-Harvest Interval, which is not relevant for structural termite control products.

• Timing: Apply the treatment when the soil is dry and settled. For pre-construction, treat the foundation trenches and plinth **before** laying the floor slab or filling the soil.
• Mixing: Mix **2.1 mL of Paxton** concentrate with **1 Litre of water** to create the standard 0.075% active ingredient emulsion. Always use a clean water source and agitate well before use.
• Coverage: Ensure **saturation** of the soil. For post-construction, inject the diluted chemical through drilled holes (at 30 cm intervals) at the wall-floor junction until the soil reaches **refusal** (cannot absorb more liquid).
• Safety: Always wear **PPE** (gloves, mask, goggles, coveralls) during mixing and application. Prevent runoff into drains, water bodies, or public areas. Wash hands thoroughly after use.

Always read and follow the instructions on the **official product label**. The information provided here is for guidance only, based on IS 6313 application standards. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during application. Prevent runoff and accidental spills into water bodies.