Entomology Testing Services
Entomology testing services
Entomology testing services involve the scientific evaluation of products designed to control or repel insects. These services are essential for assessing the efficacy and safety of various biocidal products.
Pesticides and biocides are used to control insects, pests and harmful microorganisms in various sectors, such as healthcare, agriculture, food production and homes. However, the introduction of a new pesticide or biocide to the market requires adherence to strict regulations and procedures.
Regulatory agencies across the globe require efficacy testing data to register products that meet the required safety and performance standards. Entomology testing is, thus, important in ensuring compliance with regulations, verifying the product and evaluating their health and environmental risks on exposure.
At MIS, we offer an extensive range of testing services for the products targeted to control the pests, tailored to meet regulation requirements and ensure that the pesticidal products you have will be effective and safe.
MIS Entomology testing services include –
Efficacy Testing:
- Arm in cage Test
- Room test
- Tunnel test
- Olfactometer test
- Tick repellent testing
- Bed bug repellency test
- Peet-Grady Chamber Test / Chamber test / Modified chamber test
- Modified room test
- WHO cone test
- Choice test
- Stick test for Ticks
Semi-field trials:
Semi-field trials are performed in controlled environments that stimulate real situations. Such controlled experiments help to bridge the gap between laboratory studies and full-scale field trials.
Field trials:
Field trials are conducted to ensure the efficacy of biocides in real-world scenarios.
Products tested at our Entomology lab
In our testing facilities, we test against a wide range of biocide products, including but not limited to:
- Creams
- Lotions
- Sprays
- Wipes
- Textiles
- Powders
- Liquid
- Bracelets
- Balms
- Gels
- Roll-On
- Candles
- Incense sticks
- Mosquito coil
- Vaporizer Mats
- Liquid Vaporizers
- Ambient emanators
- Aerosols
- Electronic mosquito repellent machine
Insects available for testing in our Entomology laboratory
At MIS, we test against a wide range of common and challenging insect/ pests, including:
- Mosquitoes
- Bed bugs
- Cockroaches
- Ticks
- Flies
- Mites
- Termites
- Ants, and more!
Importance of Entomology lab testing services
Entomology testing services enable the assessment of effectiveness of pesticides and biocides on insect populations. These testing services contribute to other industries such as agriculture, medical and pest control agencies by ensuring that the products that they rely on work as intended. By testing against various insects, these service providers help manufacturers obtain the required data to support efficacy and safety claims before they can be approved for marketing.
Why choose MIS Entomology testing services?
Microbe Investigations Switzerland (MIS) provides tailored pest control product testing services to ensure that your products meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. Our experienced team of entomologists and bioassay specialists will aid you through the process, providing accurate and reliable results. Contact us today for a FREE consultation and see how MIS can help elevate your product’s visibility in the competitive pest control industry.
FAQs on Entomology testing services
Entomology is the branch of biology that involves the study of insects. This includes studying their behavior, development and interactions with humans and the environment. Entomological studies are essential for various fields such as agriculture, healthcare and ecology, as these studies help in understanding pest control, disease transmission and biodiversity.
An entomology lab is significant from a public health research point of view since these labs test the efficiency of insect pest control products in controlling and managing diseases-carrying insects, such as mosquitoes, ticks and flies, thus contributing to the prevention of the spread of vector-borne diseases like malaria, dengue and Zika.
Entomology laboratory testing services are often used by manufacturers and developers of pesticides, insecticides or biocides for use in various sectors such as agriculture, healthcare and pest control. These services test the effectiveness of these products.
Regulatory requirements for entomology testing services vary by region but generally include thorough efficacy testing, safety assessments and adherence to guidelines set by agencies like the EPA in the U.S. and ECHA in the EU.
Testing services in entomology mainly consist of the evaluation of pesticides and biocides against a range of species of insects. Such services are designed to help industries ensure that their product is safe, compliant with regulatory requirements and effective under realistic conditions.
Common insects available for testing in an entomology lab include mosquitoes, flies, cockroaches, termites, bed bugs, ticks and others. Depending on the needs of the industry and the product itself, the test organism can vary.
Products tested in entomology labs include insecticides, biocides, repellents and pest control devices. These may be in the form of creams, lotions, sprays, treated textiles, powders, liquids and more.
Entomology testing is essential in product development for pest control, as it evaluates the effectiveness of pesticides, biocides and insect repellents. The initial efficacy test results can aid manufacturers in fine-tuning their product formulations to improve efficacy.
Efficacy testing is a critical prerequisite in proving that biocides and insecticides can adequately control or eradicate the target pests without harming humans, animals, or the environment. This ensures that the products comply with regulatory standards.
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