You will need to protect yourself! Our full Super Suit is going to protect you from almost 100% of bee stings, and last for years. However, if you are on a budget, or don’t mind the occasional sting, you can purchase any other options!
Api-Bioxal
$11.50
Protect your colonies from Varroa destructor mites, one of the most damaging external parasites in beekeeping, with Api‑Bioxal—a trusted EPA‑approved oxalic acid treatment developed under a USDA‑supported label. This safe, effective solution helps eliminate mites before they threaten hive health.
A 35g package treats 20–35 colonies, depending on whether you use the dribble method or vaporization/sublimation.
Quick Facts:
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The only oxalic acid product approved for honey bees
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Safe to use even when honey supers are on
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Most effective on colonies with little to no brood
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Always wear protective gear: mask, gloves, glasses, long sleeves
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Do not treat multiple times per bee generation
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Treat all colonies at once to prevent reinfestation
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5‑year shelf life
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Not available in California
Package Coverage:
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35g: 20 colonies (dribble) / 35 colonies (vaporization)
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350g: 200 colonies (dribble) / 350 colonies (vaporization)
Application Methods: Dribble Method:
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Mix 35g Api‑Bioxal into 1L of 1:1 sugar syrup
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Apply 5ml per occupied bee space
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Maximum 50ml per colony
Vaporization/Sublimation Method:
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Seal hive cracks and entrance
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Follow vaporizer manufacturer instructions
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Use 1g per brood chamber
Treat only when mite counts exceed the recommended threshold. Learn how to test for mites with Varroa monitoring.
35g: ~ 5 ¼" x 9 ¾"
350g: ~ 5 ¼" x 10 ¼" x 1"
