Vikane� gas fumigant (99.8% sulfuryl fluoride [SF]) has been used for nearly fifty years in the US to fumigate more than 2 million buildings for control of structure-infesting pests. The global pandemic of bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) has resulted in renewed commercial applications of SF for control of this cryptic pest. Recent research has confirmed that all life stages of bed bugs are effectively controlled by prescribed dosages.  SF has multiple benefits for bed bug control. It results in no residues of toxicological concern in fumigated items. SF can be used to fumigate items, including mattresses, clothing, toys, and electronics, which other treatments may damage or may not be approved for application. There is no known resistance of bed bugs to SF. Dosage accumulation of SF can be easily measured to ensure a lethal dosage is obtained. SF penetrates throughout the treated space more reliably than do other treatments to kill bed bugs.

Use of Vikane<sup>®</sup> gas fumigant (sulfuryl fluoride) for eliminating bed bugs (<i>Cimex lectularius</i>) infesting structures and furnishings

239th National Meeting (2010)

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Use of Vikane® gas fumigant (sulfuryl fluoride) for eliminating bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) infesting structures and furnishings

Use of Vikane^® gas fumigant (sulfuryl fluoride) for eliminating bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) infesting structures and furnishings