{"product_id":"aluen-cap-oxalic-acid-strips-single-pack","title":"Aluen CAP - Oxalic Acid Strips - SINGLE PACK","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eAluen CAP Slow-Release Oxalic Acid Strips: Organic Varroa Treatment for Australian Beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eAluen CAP Slow-Release Oxalic Acid Strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e are an organic, in-hive treatment for \u003cb\u003evarroa mite (\u003ci\u003eVarroa destructor\u003c\/i\u003e) control\u003c\/b\u003e in honey bee colonies. Built for real-world Australian beekeeping, these slow-release oxalic acid strips can be applied while brood is present and carry a \u003cb\u003ezero-day honey withholding period\u003c\/b\u003e after removal — so your hives stay productive and your honey stays clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eWhy Australian beekeepers choose Aluen CAP oxalic acid strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eEach strip delivers \u003cb\u003e10 g of oxalic acid dihydrate\u003c\/b\u003e in a patented slow-release matrix that works inside the hive, exactly where varroa mites feed and reproduce. Over a \u003cb\u003e42-day controlled release window\u003c\/b\u003e, mites are continuously exposed to oxalic acid while bees carry on with normal hive activity. Supplied as a ready-to-use \u003cb\u003e2280 g carton of 60 strips\u003c\/b\u003e, Aluen CAP suits operations of every size, from backyard apiaries to large commercial yards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eA varroa treatment that fits Integrated Pest Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eAluen CAP is designed to be used only when monitoring confirms treatment is needed, making it a natural fit for \u003cb\u003eIntegrated Pest Management (IPM)\u003c\/b\u003e programs and routine varroa surveillance. Treat at the \u003cb\u003estart of the season\u003c\/b\u003e as colonies build toward honey supers, or at the \u003cb\u003eend of the season\u003c\/b\u003e while brood is still present and hives are preparing for winter. Treating every colony in the apiary at the same time supports systematic, yard-wide varroa management and helps prevent reinfestation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eHow to apply Aluen CAP strips in your hives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eApplication is fast and straightforward:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e8–10 frame hives:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e place 4 strips across the top bars of frames 2, 4, 6 and 8.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e5–6 frame nucleus hives:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e place 2 strips across the top bars of frames 2 and 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eLeave strips in place for \u003cb\u003e42 days\u003c\/b\u003e, then remove and discard. Strips are \u003cb\u003esingle-use\u003c\/b\u003e and must not be reused. Use Aluen CAP \u003cb\u003eonly once per year\u003c\/b\u003e and never over two consecutive treatment periods — clear boundaries that protect both your bees and the long-term value of oxalic acid as a varroa treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eSafe handling, storage and stewardship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eAluen CAP is a registered animal-treatment poison and must be kept out of reach of children. When handling strips, wear \u003cb\u003ebuttoned cotton overalls (or equivalent), gauntlet-length chemical-resistant gloves and goggles\u003c\/b\u003e, and work in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eFor storage and disposal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eKeep the original container \u003cb\u003eclosed and stored below 30 °C\u003c\/b\u003e, away from light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eDiscard unused strips 24 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e after first opening the pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003eDispose of packaging and any unused product \u003cb\u003eper local regulations\u003c\/b\u003e — never burn containers or product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor full usage instructions, safety precautions, and handling guidelines, please refer to the documents below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📄 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1BrzFEYRDuWEX7eoEaB6AJhcXfcMRMgKS\/view?usp=drive_link\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eAustralia Product Label \/ Directions for Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📄 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1K5VtJOYjHL5CTMtxArcHnaUskonmz2yb\/view?usp=drive_link\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor full usage instructions, safety precautions, and handling guidelines, please refer to the documents below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📄 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1BrzFEYRDuWEX7eoEaB6AJhcXfcMRMgKS\/view?usp=drive_link\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eAustralia Product Label \/ Directions for Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📄 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1K5VtJOYjHL5CTMtxArcHnaUskonmz2yb\/view?usp=drive_link\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6vOw9m7-NQY?si=j2tfOWAbXCaGmqjc\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52863962382645,"sku":null,"price":127.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3348\/0245\/files\/Auen_Organic_Varroa_Treatment_6e5f27e7-a5d9-45e3-819f-0d2e4f22b60b.webp?v=1778482841","url":"https:\/\/ozarmour.co\/products\/aluen-cap-oxalic-acid-strips-single-pack","provider":"OZ ARMOUR CO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}