The active ingredient in NOMOZ® is PROLINK® which contains (S)-methoprene, an insect growth regulator (IGR). IGR's are classified as biorational control agents. IGR's control insects by interrupting normal development. (S)-methoprene interferes with normal metamorphosis, preventing the immature insect from emerging as an adult.

(S)-methoprene is a true analogue of the mosquito's own juvenile hormone. During the fourth larval instar, juvenile hormone (JH) levels drop to very low levels. NOMOZ®, when applied into the larval habitat, releases (S)-methoprene which artificially maintains the JH levels at a higher than normal levels. The higher than normal level during the latter instar stages, prevents the insect from developing into normal pupa. Mortality occurs during the emergence of biting adult mosquitoes.

Unlike conventional pesticides, (S)-methoprene is not a direct toxin. It is target-specific and does not harm mammals, waterfowl, or even beneficial predatory insects. In fact, methoprene has been recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the use in drinking water supplies to control container-breeding mosquitoes in developing countries.

By working specifically on fourth instar mosquito larvae, NOMOZ® offers effective control without upsetting the food chain relationships between larvae and their natural predators. And, most importantly, without impacting non-target species.

HOW TO USE:

For control of mosquitoes (Aedes, Anopheles, and Culex spp.)

Small natural or artificial water holding containers, eg bird baths, plant pot holders, and ornamental plants such as Bromeliads Small containers <1 L: 1 pellet

Larger containers >1 L:

1 pellet/L or m2 for control up to 3 months

3 pellets/L or m2 for control up to 6 months

 How to Apply Place pellet(s) into water in container to be treated