SureFire Fivestar Insecticide-pest control

SureFire Fivestar Insecticide: 80g/L Bifenthrin for Domestic, Termite, Turf & Ornamental Pests

SureFire Fivestar Insecticide is a water-based suspension concentrate containing 80 g/L bifenthrin, a Group 3A synthetic pyrethroid from PCT International. Its name comes from having five registered use areas on a single label, general domestic pests, public health, termites, turf and ornamentals, which makes it one of the more versatile pest control products a home or professional user can keep on hand.

Bifenthrin acts on the nervous system of insects to give fast knockdown with a long residual effect. The water-based formulation is low odour, non-staining and non-allergenic, and because it's a suspension concentrate it can be applied to plant foliage with minimal risk of burning. Treated surfaces are rainfast and stable in sunlight, so protection holds up well between applications.

The Five Use Areas

General domestic pests: Controls ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, papernest wasps and ticks. Apply as a surface or barrier spray to harbourages and pest travel routes for lasting control.

Public health: Used as a barrier treatment on shaded areas and vegetation to reduce mosquito and biting midge numbers, typically for around six weeks per treatment.

Termites: Registered for post-construction protection of structures from subterranean termite damage, forming a treated soil barrier in line with the relevant directions and Australian Standard AS3660.

Turf: Controls scarab beetles and weevils of sports turf, including African black beetle, billbug and argentine stem weevil, plus lawn grub (Lepidoptera larvae). The water-based mix helps turf managers get even coverage across the surface.

Ornamentals and crops: Controls a range of nursery and crop pests, and is registered for use in apples and pears as specified on the label.

How to Use

Fivestar is mixed with water and applied with a sprayer, with rates set by the pest and situation. As a general guide from the label: spiders around 30 to 65 mL per 10L; papernest wasps around 65 mL per 10L; ants, cockroaches, mosquitoes, fleas, flies and ticks around 65 to 125 mL per 10L; ornamentals around 25 to 100 mL per 100L; and turf around 15 to 60 mL per 100 m². Termite treatments follow the specific soil barrier rates in the Directions for Use. Agitate well before and during application, and always follow the label rate for your target pest. Most users see full knockdown within 24 to 48 hours.

Key Features & Benefits

• 80 g/L bifenthrin, a water-based Group 3A suspension concentrate

• Five registered use areas on one label for maximum flexibility

• Controls ants, spiders, cockroaches, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, wasps and ticks

• Post-construction subterranean termite protection (AS3660)

• Controls turf pests like African black beetle and lawn grub

• Registered for ornamentals plus apples and pears

• Fast knockdown with long residual, rainfast and UV-stable

• Low odour, non-staining foliage-safe formulation

• Available in 1L and 5L, free shipping Australia-wide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the active ingredient in SureFire Fivestar?
It contains 80 g/L bifenthrin, a Group 3A synthetic pyrethroid, in a water-based suspension concentrate.

What pests does Fivestar control?
It covers five areas: general domestic pests (ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, papernest wasps, ticks), public health pests (mosquitoes and biting midges), subterranean termites, turf pests, and ornamental and crop pests including apples and pears.

What is the mixing ratio for Fivestar?
Rates depend on the pest. As a label guide: spiders 30 to 65 mL/10L, papernest wasps 65 mL/10L, ants and other general pests 65 to 125 mL/10L, ornamentals 25 to 100 mL/100L, and turf 15 to 60 mL/100 m². Termite rates are in the Directions for Use. Always follow the label for your situation.

How long does Fivestar take to work?
It gives fast knockdown, with most users seeing full effect within 24 to 48 hours, followed by long residual protection on treated surfaces.

Can Fivestar be used for termites?
Yes. It has a post-construction registration for protecting structures from subterranean termite damage, applied as a soil barrier per the label and AS3660. Termite work is best carried out by a professional.

Is Fivestar safe for lawns and plants?
Yes, when used as directed. The suspension concentrate is designed to be foliage-safe with minimal burn risk, and it's registered for turf and ornamentals. Apply during the cooler part of the day for best results.

Does it wash off in the rain?
Once dry, the treated surface is rainfast and UV-stable, so it holds up between applications. Very heavy rain may still reduce residual life, so reapply as needed.

Where can I buy SureFire Fivestar in Australia?
You can buy it from BPG Supplies in 1L and 5L, with free shipping Australia-wide.