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New from Italian company Bleu Line is Aquatain AMF, a silicon-based product for phycial control of mosquitoes. Aquatain AMF will spread across the surface of standing water , even large areas, to form a very thin film on top. As silicones have a very low surface tension, the film prevents pupae and larvae from attaching themselves at the surface to breathe, thereby causing them to drown. The product has a purely physical action. The strong spreading action ensures that the film moves around vegetation and other obstacles on the surface. It is highly resistant to wind or wave action and remains unaffected by rain falling on the surface. Trials have shown that the film can remain effective on the water surface for up to 4 weeks.
Silicones, which are the active ingredients, are one of the most widely used polymers in the world. They are used in consumer products such as shampoos and...