Imidacloprid 2F Select T/I Termiticide – Compare to Premise®

Specific Weeds / Pests Controlled

Turfgrass (labeled pests)

• Larvae of: annual bluegrass weevil, Asiatic garden beetle, billbug, black turfgrass ataenius, European chafer, European crane fly, green June beetle, Japanese beetle, northern masked chafer, oriental beetle, Phyllophaga spp., southern masked chafer
• Cutworms (suppression)
• Chinch bug (suppression)
• Mole crickets

Landscape ornamentals & interior plantscapes (labeled pests)

• Adelgids
• Aphids
• Japanese beetles
• Lace bugs
• Leaf beetles (including elm and viburnum leaf beetles)
• Leafhoppers (including glassy-winged sharpshooter)
• Mealybugs
• Psyllids
• Sawfly larvae
• Thrips (suppression)
• Whiteflies
• White grub larvae (such as Japanese beetle larvae, chafers, Phyllophaga spp., Asiatic garden beetle, oriental beetle)

Structural / wood-infesting (labeled pests)

• Subterranean termites
• Drywood termites
• Dampwood termites
• Carpenter ants
• Carpenter bees (localized treatment)
• Wood-infesting beetles/borers (examples listed on label: powder post beetles, anobiid/deathwatch beetles, false powder post beetles, old house borers, wharf borers, ambrosia or bark beetles)

Always refer to the label for the complete list of pests, sites, and use restrictions.

Application & Use Details

Use Sites (per label):

• Turfgrass (e.g., residential lawns and other labeled turf areas)
• Landscape ornamentals and interior plantscapes
• Labeled structural termite and wood-infesting pest applications (professional use requirements may apply)

How it works: Imidacloprid is taken up by plants (systemic activity) and can also work via foliar contact on labeled pests depending on application method.

Timing tips (label-based best practice):

• Turf: For best control of grub-type pests and other soil insects, applications are typically made prior to egg hatch and followed by sufficient irrigation/rainfall to move active ingredient through the thatch.
• Ornamentals: For soil applications to woody plants, systemic movement may take time—apply prior to anticipated pest pressure as directed by the label.

Important restrictions & safety reminders:

• Follow all pollinator protection directions on the label (do not apply to flowering plants when bees are foraging).
• Do not apply through any irrigation system (per label restrictions).
• Keep people and pets off treated areas until dry where applicable.

For specific rates, mix volumes, and site-by-site instructions, follow the EPA-approved product label.

FAQ

Is this product only for professionals?

Some labeled uses—especially structural termite applications—may require applicators to be licensed or registered depending on your state. Always follow label directions and local regulations.

What’s the difference between turf applications and ornamental applications?

Turf applications focus on soil-inhabiting pests (like grub larvae) and require proper timing and post-application watering. Ornamental applications may be foliar or soil-applied and rely on systemic uptake for certain pests.

Does it kill visible, already-active pests immediately?

Imidacloprid products are often used preventively or early in the pest cycle for best results, especially for soil pests. For heavy, active infestations, follow the label and consider integrated pest management approaches.

Can I use it around my home’s foundation for termites?

The label includes structural termite directions, but professional licensing requirements and application standards may apply. Follow all label requirements and your state’s regulations.

What does “Compare to Premise® and Merit®” mean?

It means the product contains the same active ingredient class used in those brands. It does not imply identical formulation or any endorsement/affiliation.

Compliance & Technical Information

EPA Registration Number: 89442-19

Active Ingredients:
Imidacloprid (1-[(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)methyl]-N-nitro-2-imidazolidinimine) – 21.4%

Signal Word: CAUTION

Target Pest List:
Turfgrass pests (listed on label), ornamental and interior plantscape pests (listed on label), and structural/wood-infesting pests including subterranean termites, drywood termites, dampwood termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees (localized), and listed wood-infesting beetles/borers.

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It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Always read and follow the product label directions.