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Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU
Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU is an all-natural hot pepper wax spray specially designed to repel deer, rabbits, and tree squirrels from gardens and grasses.
04/11/26
Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU, manufactured by Bonide, is a natural ready-to-use repellent solution made from chili peppers to deter animals without causing them harm, giving gardeners and homeowners an eco-friendly control solution.
This ready-to-use spray is formulated with natural capsaicin extract, derived from hot peppers. Capsaicin creates a spicy, unpleasant sensation for animals when they come into contact with treated plants, effectively discouraging them from nibbling on your greenery, wooden structures, and fences.
Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU is a natural and non-toxic repellent formula that effectively discourages deers, rabbits, and tree squirrels with a burning sensation irritant. This unique coating ensures that the active ingredient remains effective for up to 4 weeks without frequent reapplication.
Tools Needed
No additional tools are needed.
How to Use
- Step 1: Shake the container well before spraying.
- Step 2: Apply until the foliage or surface is wet. Repeat application in 3 to 7 days for 2 to 3 weeks, until control is established. Once control is established, use every 2 to 4 weeks, as necessary to maintain control.
Where to Use
Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU can be used on fruits, vegetables, citrus, root crops, legumes, indoor/outdoor ornamentals, and grasses. This product can also be used to repel animals from chewing wood structures and fences.
When to Use
Apply this product when you first notice pest activity or when you wish to prevent these animals on days when rain is not predicted within the next 24 hours of spraying.
Safety Information
Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU is safe to use around children and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling and applying this product.
It causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Special Considerations
It is made from real cayenne peppers so be wary of handlement and spraying.
| Restricted Use | No |
|---|---|
| Shipping Restrictions | AK, SD |
| Availability | Online |
| Signal Word | CAUTION |
| Keith's Pro Tip | "Motion-activated sounds, lights or water can also help keep animals away for a time, but you will need to keep moving the source. Leaving it in the same spot can cause the animal to simply avoid these sites." |
| Time to Kill | Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will last for 2-4 weeks. |
| Chemical Type | Repellent |
| Formulation | Ready-To-Use |
| Application Methods | Spot Treatment |
| Product Drawbacks | This product may be toxic to aquatic organisms. |
| Active Ingredient | Capsaicin and other capsaicinoids 0.00001125% |
| Application Equipment | Gloves |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Yield | Coverage with Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will vary. |
| EPA Registration No. | 4-398 |
| Shelf Life | Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will last for 3 years when stored in a dry, clean location. |
| Children or pets? | No |
| Property Characteristics | None |
| Availability | Online |
| Restricted Use | No |
| Brand | BONIDE |
| Keith's Pro Tips | "Motion-activated sounds, lights or water can also help keep animals away for a time, but you will need to keep moving the source. Leaving it in the same spot can cause the animal to simply avoid these sites." |
| Product Drawbacks | This product may be toxic to aquatic organisms. |
| Target Pests | Deer, Rabbits, and Tree squirrels. |
| Application Equipment | Gloves |
| Application Methods | Spot Treatment |
| Active Ingredient | Capsaicin and other capsaicinoids 0.00001125% |
| Product Type | Repellent |
| Formulation | Ready-To-Use |
| Shelf Life | Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will last for 3 years when stored in a dry, clean location. |
| Yield | Coverage with Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will vary. |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Time to Kill | Bonide Hot Pepper Wax Animal Repellent RTU will last for 2-4 weeks. |
| EPA Registration # | 4-398 |
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