65% Liquid Formic Acid – 1 L, 4 L & 20 L | Honey Bee Mite Treatment – PICKUP ONLY

Formic Acid for Varroa and Tracheal Mite Management in Honey Bee Colonies

IMPORTANT: IN-STORE PICKUP ONLY – WE DO NOT SHIP OR DELIVER THIS PRODUCT.

Help manage Varroa and tracheal mite infestations in your honey bee colonies with 65% Liquid Formic Acid, available from Innisfil Creek Honey in convenient 1-litre, 4-litre, and 20-litre containers.

Formic acid is used in certain approved honey bee mite treatments to help control Varroa destructor and tracheal mites. Its vapour can reach mites on adult honey bees and penetrate capped brood cells, providing a treatment option for beekeepers managing mite populations.

Our 65% Liquid Formic Acid is intended for use with compatible Formic Acid Treatment Pads and approved application methods, strictly according to the applicable Canadian pesticide label.

Whether you maintain a few backyard beehives or manage a commercial apiary, our range of container sizes allows you to select the quantity that suits your beekeeping operation.

Due to the hazardous and corrosive nature of liquid formic acid, this product is available for in-store pickup only. We do not ship or deliver liquid formic acid.

Why Choose 65% Liquid Formic Acid?

• 65% Formic Acid Concentration: Liquid formic acid solution for use in authorized honey bee mite treatments.

• Varroa Mite Management: Formic acid is an active ingredient used in approved treatments targeting Varroa destructor.

• Tracheal Mite Management: Used in certain authorized treatments for honey bee tracheal mites.

• Vapour-Based Treatment: Formic acid vapour can penetrate capped brood cells under appropriate treatment conditions.

• Three Convenient Sizes: Available in 1 L, 4 L, and 20 L containers.

• For Hobby & Commercial Beekeepers: Select the container size that meets your apiary's needs.

• Compatible Treatment Accessories: Intended for use with suitable formic acid application pads where authorized.

• Integrated Pest Management: Can be incorporated into a responsible honey bee mite monitoring and management program.

• Local Pickup: Available for pickup at Innisfil Creek Honey in Cookstown, Ontario.

Available Container Sizes

1 Litre – 65% Liquid Formic Acid

A convenient size for beekeepers who require a smaller quantity of liquid formic acid.

• Container Size: 1 Litre.

• Concentration: 65%.

• Availability: Pickup Only.

4 Litres – 65% Liquid Formic Acid

A practical option for beekeepers who require a larger quantity for authorized treatment applications.

• Container Size: 4 Litres.

• Concentration: 65%.

• Availability: Pickup Only.

20 Litres – 65% Liquid Formic Acid

A bulk container option for commercial beekeepers and larger apiary operations.

• Container Size: 20 Litres.

• Concentration: 65%.

• Availability: Pickup Only.

Please select your preferred container size before adding this product to your cart.

Product Specifications

How Does Formic Acid Work?

Formic acid is used in certain approved honey bee mite treatments because its vapour can affect mites within the colony.

Under appropriate treatment conditions, formic acid vapour can reach Varroa mites on adult bees and penetrate capped brood cells.

This characteristic distinguishes formic acid from some mite treatments that primarily target mites outside capped brood cells.

Treatment performance depends on several factors, including temperature, hive ventilation, colony conditions, application method, and adherence to the approved product instructions.

IMPORTANT: Use only an authorized treatment method. Instructions for premanufactured formic acid strips or pads must not be assumed to apply to bottled liquid formic acid.

Using Liquid Formic Acid with Formic Acid Pads

65% Liquid Formic Acid may be used with suitable formic acid application pads where the combination and treatment method are expressly authorized.

Always follow the applicable approved product instructions regarding:

• Appropriate protective equipment.

• Approved application rates.

• Suitable hive configurations.

• Temperature limitations.

• Hive ventilation.

• Treatment duration.

• Honey-super and harvesting restrictions.

• Safe handling and disposal.

Do not improvise treatment quantities, pad preparation procedures, or placement methods. Follow the specific Canadian-approved product label.

Why Is Honey Bee Mite Management Important?

Varroa mites and tracheal mites can negatively affect honey bee colony health.

Varroa mites are external parasites that weaken bees and contribute to the transmission of harmful viruses. Tracheal mites infest the respiratory system of adult honey bees and can also affect colony health.

Responsible mite management includes:

• Regular monitoring of honey bee colonies.

• Selecting authorized treatments for the target pest.

• Following seasonal treatment recommendations.

• Observing approved temperature and hive conditions.

• Monitoring colony health after treatment.

• Maintaining strong, healthy colonies throughout the beekeeping season.

IMPORTANT – PICKUP ONLY – NO SHIPPING OR DELIVERY

65% LIQUID FORMIC ACID IS AVAILABLE FOR IN-STORE PICKUP ONLY AT INNISFIL CREEK HONEY.

WE DO NOT SHIP THIS PRODUCT.

WE DO NOT OFFER LOCAL DELIVERY OF THIS PRODUCT.

PLEASE SELECT IN-STORE PICKUP WHEN PLACING YOUR ORDER.

THIS PICKUP-ONLY POLICY APPLIES TO ALL CONTAINER SIZES: 1 LITRE, 4 LITRES, AND 20 LITRES.

DUE TO ITS CORROSIVE AND HAZARDOUS PROPERTIES, LIQUID FORMIC ACID MUST BE HANDLED, TRANSPORTED, AND STORED WITH APPROPRIATE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

IMPORTANT – ONTARIO PESTICIDE PURCHASING REQUIREMENTS

AS PER THE MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT, CONSERVATION AND PARKS AND APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS UNDER ONTARIO REGULATION 63/09, CLASS C PESTICIDES CAN ONLY BE SOLD TO ELIGIBLE PURCHASERS, INCLUDING REGISTERED BEEKEEPERS, CERTIFIED FARMERS, OR LICENSED PESTICIDE EXTERMINATORS, AS APPLICABLE.

PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY IS REQUIRED WHERE APPLICABLE UNDER ONTARIO PESTICIDE REGULATIONS. INNISFIL CREEK HONEY REQUIRES PURCHASERS OF THIS PRODUCT TO PROVIDE VALID BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE DOCUMENTATION.

PICKUP ORDERS – IMPORTANT

IF ORDERING FOR PICKUP, PLEASE BRING A VALID COPY OF YOUR BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE WHEN COLLECTING YOUR ORDER.

ORDERS WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND VERIFIED.

REGISTER YOUR BEES IN ONTARIO

YOU CAN REGISTER YOUR BEES AND OBTAIN YOUR CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION ONLINE THROUGH THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT:

https://www.sus.gov.on.ca/lc/content/mgcs/omafra/profiles/default.html?inTemplate=003-0373&lang=E

PLEASE ENSURE YOUR REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE IS CURRENT AND VALID BEFORE PLACING YOUR ORDER.

Important Safety Information

WARNING: 65% LIQUID FORMIC ACID IS CORROSIVE AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS SKIN BURNS AND EYE DAMAGE.

• Read and follow all product label and Safety Data Sheet instructions.

• Wear suitable chemical-resistant protective equipment.

• Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.

• Avoid inhaling formic acid vapours.

• Handle only in a well-ventilated area.

• Do not mix with other chemicals.

• Keep containers securely closed when not in use.

• Store in suitable, clearly labelled, chemical-resistant containers.

• Keep away from children, animals, and food.

• Transport containers upright and securely to prevent spills.

• Follow all applicable storage, handling, transportation, and disposal regulations.

• Use only in a treatment method authorized for your jurisdiction.

Beekeeping Supplies from Innisfil Creek Honey

At Innisfil Creek Honey, we carry a selection of honey bee health products, Varroa mite treatments, formic acid treatment accessories, hive management tools, and beekeeping supplies for hobby and commercial beekeepers.

Whether you're managing a few backyard colonies or a larger apiary, responsible mite management and safe product handling are important parts of maintaining healthy honey bee colonies.

Important Product Information

• Product: 65% Liquid Formic Acid.

• Concentration: 65%.

• Available Sizes: 1 Litre, 4 Litres, 20 Litres.

• Product Form: Liquid.

• Intended Use: Authorized Honey Bee Mite Treatment Methods.

• Formic Acid Pads: Sold Separately.

• Shipping: Not Available.

• Local Delivery: Not Available.

• Pickup: In-Store Pickup Only.

• Purchasing Requirements: Valid Documentation Required by Innisfil Creek Honey.

Order 65% Liquid Formic Acid online at innisfilcreekhoney.com and select in-store pickup at checkout.

REMINDER: THIS PRODUCT IS PICKUP ONLY. WE DO NOT SHIP OR DELIVER 65% LIQUID FORMIC ACID IN ANY SIZE. PLEASE BRING YOUR VALID BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE WHEN PICKING UP YOUR ORDER.