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Questions about pesticides?
- Contact the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) at 1-800-858-7378 or npic@ace.orst.edu.
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Products containing bleach that claim to "sanitize" or "disinfect" are considered pesticides and must be registered with EPA. However, products containing bleach that do not claim to sanitize or disinfect are not pesticides and are often sold as laundry additives or cleaners. All liquid bleach products are hazardous to skin and eyes and may harm you if not used according to label directions. Always read the label first before using any product. Read more about disinfectant and sanitizer pesticide products.
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Treated wood should not be burned in open fires or in stoves, fireplaces, or residential boilers because toxic chemicals may be produced as part of the smoke and ashes. Read more about consumer safety information concerning treated wood.
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Bed bugs do not spread disease. Read more about pests, pesticides and public health.
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There are ways you can get rid of fleas and ticks without using pesticides. Read more about flea and tick control tips.
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