Syngenta
Advion Ant Bait Gel
Best professional-grade solution for homeowners needing complete indoor and outdoor colony elimination.
This professional-grade insecticide provides effective control against over 19 ant species, including Pharaoh, Carpenter, and Fire Ants. Its unique active ingredient ensures ants consume enough bait to eliminate the entire colony through a MetaActive effect. The gel is translucent, odorless, and non-staining, maintaining long-lasting attraction by retaining moisture. Classified as Reduced-Risk by the EPA, this low-toxicity formulation is suitable for sensitive residential and commercial environments, for both indoor and outdoor application.
$154.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1847
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
+225%
Above average
Active Ingredient
0.05
/ Indoxacarb %
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking total colony eradication rather than temporary relief
- Pest-weary residents dealing with diverse or unknown ant species
- Detail-oriented users needing discreet, targeted pest control solutions
Who should skip it
- Squeamish individuals uncomfortable seeing increased insect activity during treatment
- Impatient users requiring immediate visual confirmation of pest removal
- Busy households preferring low-maintenance, set-and-forget pest treatments
Performance breakdown
Colony Elimination
MetaActive technology ensures the bait reaches the queen for total eradication.
Application Versatility
Safe for use in sensitive food-handling areas and outdoor perimeters alike.
Bait Palatability
Moisture-retaining formula keeps the gel attractive to ants for extended periods.
Discreet Usage
Translucent, odorless, and non-staining properties make it invisible in living spaces.
Safety Profile
EPA Reduced-Risk classification provides peace of mind for residential pest control.
Species Coverage
Highly effective against a broad spectrum of common household ant invaders.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
Indoxacarb 0.05%
Formulation
Gel Bait
Use Sites
Commercial & Residential Indoor & Outdoor
Manufacturer
Syngenta
EPA Registration Number
100-1498
Toxicity Classification
EPA Reduced-Risk
Container Size
30 grams
Net Weight
4 x 30 grams
Know before you buy
The gel uses a MetaActive effect that allows foraging ants to consume the bait and return to the nest. They then share the bait with the queen and other colony members, leading to the elimination of the entire population rather than just the ants you see.
Yes, Advion is approved for use in food-handling areas. However, you should apply the gel in small, discreet spots like cracks, crevices, or behind appliances where it will not come into direct contact with food or surfaces used for cooking.
No, the formula is both odorless and non-staining. It is designed to be translucent, making it discreet for indoor use on baseboards, cabinets, or window frames.
Yes, this gel is formulated for both indoor and outdoor applications. It retains moisture well, which helps it remain attractive to ants even in varying environmental conditions.
Advion Ant Bait Gel is effective against over 19 different ant species. It is a professional-grade solution designed to handle a wide variety of common household and commercial ant infestations.
This classification indicates that the product has been evaluated by the EPA and found to pose lower risks to human health and the environment compared to conventional insecticides. It is considered a suitable option for sensitive residential and commercial settings.
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