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Admiral Lake Colorant Dye
Admiral Lake Colorant Dye is an aquatic plant protection and color restoration dye for lakes, ponds and other bodies of water. Used primarily for aquatic weed control.
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Admiral Lake Colorant Dye, manufactured by BASF, is a non-toxic dye that aids lakes and ponds by controlling the growth of many different types of aquatic weeds and algae, all while maintaining the color and appearance of the water with its blue colorant.
Containing the highest pure dye actives of all EPA registered lake colorants, Admiral Lake Colorant dye's formulation produces longer-lasting color, with higher quality than its competitors.
If you want to discourage aquatic weeds from forming on your pond and keep your water body looking great, this is a great option.
Tools Needed
There are no tools needed to apply Admiral Lake Colorant Dye to your pond.
How to Use
- Step 1: To measure the volume of a pond or lake in acre-feet, start by figuring out the surface area. For rectangular ponds, simply multiply the length by the width in feet. If the pond is irregularly shaped, divide it into smaller sections, estimate the area of each, and add them together. Then, convert the total square footage into acres by dividing by 43,560, since one acre equals 43,560 square feet. Next, measure the depth at several points across the pond, including shallow and deep areas, and calculate the average depth. Once you have the surface area in acres and the average depth in feet, multiply them together to get the volume in acre-feet. For 1 acre-foot, use 1 quart of Admiral Lake Colorant Dye for 1 ppm or 2 quarts of product for 2 ppm. For 4 acre-feet, use 1 gallon of product for 1 ppm or 2 gallons of product for 2 ppm. For 8 acre-feet, use 2 gallons of product for 1 ppm or 4 gallons for 2 ppm.
- Step 2: Pour the container of Admiral Lake Colorant Dye in several areas along the shoreline early in the growing season and then allow time for the product to disperse. A 128oz. bottle of Admiral will cover 4 acres or 4,936 cubic meters of water.
- Step 3: In colder regions, Admiral liquid colorant may also be applied if the pond or lake is still iced over. Pour directly on ice, this will melt and evenly distribute itself.
Where to Use
Aqua Black Select can be safely used in man-made lakes and ponds around golf courses, fountains and more. DO NOT apply directly to streams or water intended for human consumption and DO NOT apply to chlorine pools, as this will degrade the chlorine.
When to Use
Use on water bodies that have started to look dull and lackluster in appearance and when you have aquatic weeds that you wish to remove from your water body.
Safety Information
Admiral Lake Colorant Dye is safe for people and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when mixing and applying this product.
Special Considerations
DO NOT apply directly to streams, or any body of water that may be used for human consumption. DO NOT apply to water for swimming pools if chlorine is used, as color will degrade.
| Restricted Use | No |
|---|---|
| Shipping Restrictions | AK, CT, ME |
| Availability | Online |
| Signal Word | CAUTION |
| Keith's Pro Tip | "Is your pond looking dull? Admiral Lake Colorant Dye does a great job of clearing it up and restoring that picture-perfect blue while also discouraging the growth of aquatic weeds. Apply early in the growing season for best results." |
| Time to Kill | Best if used as a preventative measure and can be reapplied as needed throughout the weed growth season. |
| Chemical Type | Adjuvant |
| Formulation | Dye |
| Application Methods | Spot Treatment |
| Product Drawbacks | Shoreline non-target plants (cattails, water lilies) may suffer contact burn if material is accidentally poured on them. |
| Active Ingredient | Acid Blue 9 15.31% Acid Yellow 23 1.0% |
| Application Equipment | Backpack Sprayer, Pump Sprayer, Spray Rig |
| Mix Rate | For 1 acre-foot, use 1 quart of Admiral Lake Colorant Dye for 1 ppm or 2 quarts of product for 2 ppm. For 4 acre-feet, use 1 gallon of product for 1 ppm or 2 gallons of product for 2 ppm. For 8 acre-feet, use 2 gallons of product for 1 ppm or 4 gallons for 2 ppm. |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Yield | This 128oz. bottle will cover 4 acres or 4,936 cubic meters. Refer to the label attached, as measurements have been simplified for easy use. |
| EPA Registration No. | 67064-2 |
| Shelf Life | Admiral Lake Colorant Dye will last for 3 years when stored in a dry, clean area. |
| Comparable Products | Vision Blue |
| Children or pets? | No |
| Property Characteristics | None |
| Availability | Online |
| Restricted Use | No |
| Brand | BASF |
| Keith's Pro Tips | "Is your pond looking dull? Admiral Lake Colorant Dye does a great job of clearing it up and restoring that picture-perfect blue while also discouraging the growth of aquatic weeds. Apply early in the growing season for best results." |
| Product Drawbacks | Shoreline non-target plants (cattails, water lilies) may suffer contact burn if material is accidentally poured on them. |
| Target Pests | Aquatic Weeds and Algae |
| Application Equipment | Backpack Sprayer, Pump Sprayer, Spray Rig |
| Application Methods | Spot Treatment |
| Active Ingredient | Acid Blue 9 15.31% Acid Yellow 23 1.0% |
| Product Type | Adjuvant |
| Formulation | Dye |
| Application Rate | For 1 acre-foot, use 1 quart of Admiral Lake Colorant Dye for 1 ppm or 2 quarts of product for 2 ppm. For 4 acre-feet, use 1 gallon of product for 1 ppm or 2 gallons of product for 2 ppm. For 8 acre-feet, use 2 gallons of product for 1 ppm or 4 gallons for 2 ppm. |
| Shelf Life | Admiral Lake Colorant Dye will last for 3 years when stored in a dry, clean area. |
| Yield | This 128oz. bottle will cover 4 acres or 4,936 cubic meters. Refer to the label attached, as measurements have been simplified for easy use. |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Time to Kill | Best if used as a preventative measure and can be reapplied as needed throughout the weed growth season. |
| Comparable Products | Vision Blue |
| EPA Registration # | 67064-2 |
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