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2. Disodium octaborate - Wikipedia

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   The compound was also shown to significantly reduce dust mite populations in the home when applied as a dilute solution to carpets and upholstery together with regular vacuum cleaning. [ 12 ] Disodium octaborate, applied to the soil or foliar spray , has been shown to inhibit pests of crops such as tomato and pistachio , with no observed ...

3. Boric acid - Wikipedia

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   The solution of orthoboric acid and borax in 4:5 ratio is used as a fire retarding agent of wood by impregnation. [38] It is also used in the manufacturing of ramming mass, a fine silica-containing powder used for producing induction furnace linings and ceramics. Boric acid is added to borax for use as welding flux by blacksmiths. [39]

4. Wood preservation - Wikipedia

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   The fireproofing of wood utilizes a fire retardant chemical that remains stable in high temperature environments. The fire retardant is applied under pressure at a wood treating plant like the preservatives described above, or applied as a surface coating. In both cases, treatment provides a physical barrier to flame spread.

5. What is the red fire retardant dropped by planes to ... - AOL

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   The vibrant red fire retardant is known as Phos-Chek and has been used by firefighters battling wildland blazes for over 50 years, according to its manufacturer, Perimeter Solutions.

6. Borax - Wikipedia

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   Fire retardant [48] [49] [50] Anti-fungal compound for cellulose insulation [47] Mothproofing 10% solution for wool [51] Pulverized for the prevention of stubborn pests (e.g. German cockroaches) in closets, pipe and cable inlets, wall panelling gaps, and inaccessible locations where ordinary pesticides are undesirable [52]

7. List of fire-retardant materials - Wikipedia

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   Fire-retardant materials should not be confused with fire-resistant materials. A fire resistant material is one which is designed to resist burning and withstand heat. An example of a fire-resistant material is one which is used in bunker gear worn by firefighters to protect them from the flames of a burning building.