Advion Ant Gel - 30 g Cartridge

Advion Ant Gel - The professional solution for sustainable ant control!

Effectively control ants in your home, business or outdoor area with Advion Ant Gel. This ready-to-use bait gel was specially developed for professional use and delivers reliable results against numerous ant species. The active ingredient indoxacarb allows ants to consume the bait and carry it back to the nest, efficiently eliminating the entire colony. Protect your premises, production areas and sensitive zones with maximum efficiency.

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Advion Ant Gel is your first choice for sustainable and targeted ant control. For a hygienic, clean environment without compromise - Advion offers professional quality for professional users.

Benefits at a glance:

• Powerful action thanks to indoxacarb, with no repellent effect - ideal for nest action.
• Broad spectrum of efficacy against various common ant species.
• Visible reduction of the infestation within just a few days.
• Easy application: ready-to-use 30 g cartridges, precise and clean dosing.

Technical data:

Product name: Advion Ant Gel
Product type: ready-to-use bait gel
Active ingredient: indoxacarb 0.05% (as the S-enantiomer)
Quantity supplied: 1 cartridge & 1 nozzle (+ 1 plunger)
Contents per cartridge: 30 g

Quantity in blister pack: 4 cartridges, 4 nozzles and 1 plunger (for an order quantity of 4 units)
Target organisms: Black garden ant, Argentine ant, black-headed ant and other common species
Areas of application: Indoors (industrial facilities, offices, warehouses, hospitals, schools, residential and nursing homes, hotels, means of transport) and outdoors (nesting areas, trails)
Application: Spot and crack-and-crevice treatment or in bait boxes; total of 0.1–2.5 g/m²; 1–5 gel spots/m² or a gel strip up to 5 cm long and 0.3 mm wide per location
Special feature: No repellent effect, ideal for transfer within the colony for complete control

Ideally suited for catering, hotels and other commercial areas.

Frequently asked questions about Advion® Ant Gel (FAQ)

Can I also use Advion Ant Gel outdoors?

Yes, according to its authorization, Advion Ant Gel is approved for both indoor and outdoor use - specifically in nesting areas and along trails around buildings. When used outdoors, apply the gel in small spots in protected locations, such as in joints in the exterior wall, under window sills, along terrace skirting boards, between paving slabs or directly on ant trails at the foundation. Important: The gel must not be exposed to direct weather, as rain reduces the bait's effectiveness and, according to the labeling (P273, H412), the active ingredient indoxacarb should not enter the environment. For open areas, flowerbed edges or paving slabs, we recommend using a lockable bait box (e.g. our David® bait box), which protects the gel from rain, UV light and non-target organisms. This keeps the product effective outdoors for several weeks.

How long does it take for Advion Ant Gel to work?

The first visible effects typically appear after 2 to 4 days, while complete control of the ant nest generally takes 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the colony size. The reason is that the active ingredient indoxacarb (0.05%) does not kill the ants immediately. Instead, worker ants carry it back to the nest, where it is passed on to larvae and the queen through food exchange (trophallaxis). This so-called domino or nest-transfer effect is how the product works - and precisely why Advion Ant Gel is not a quick-fix product but a sustainable solution against the entire nest, including the queen. Without this delayed action, the first ants would die before they could pass on the bait, leaving the nest intact.

Why do more ants suddenly appear after application?

A temporary increase in ant activity directly around the bait is normal and a positive sign - the bait is being accepted. During the first few days, worker ants recruit nestmates to transport the attractive gel back to the nest. What looks like a worsening is actually the beginning of control: the ants are actively distributing the active ingredient throughout the nest. Important during this phase: Do not wipe away the bait, do not use spray insecticides and do not use cleaning products nearby - this would interrupt the chain of action and delay control by days or weeks. After about a week, visible activity decreases significantly.

Should I apply Advion Ant Gel directly to the ant nest?

No, the gel should not be applied directly on or in the ant nest, but along ant trails and at entry points. If applied directly to the nest, the bait could alarm the ants and reach only a small part of the colony. On trails, however, many worker ants consume the gel, carry it back to the nest themselves and feed it to the queen and brood - exactly the desired domino effect. Apply 1 to 5 small gel spots per square meter (approximately 0.1 g each) or a narrow gel strip up to 5 cm long in cracks, crevices, behind skirting boards or at wall-to-floor transitions. In cases of heavy infestation, it is better to distribute more small bait spots than a few large ones.

Can I use ant spray and ant gel at the same time?

No, sprays and bait gel should not be used at the same time or in the same location, as sprays can severely impair the effectiveness of the gel. Contact insecticides and repellent products kill worker ants before they can carry the bait back to the nest - the nest and queen remain unaffected, and the infestation returns. Aggressive cleaning products, vinegar, essential oils or household remedies such as baking soda applied directly around the bait spot also disrupt the ant trail and reduce bait uptake. If you urgently need to keep a visible area clean (e.g. a kitchen counter before guests arrive), wipe only the affected spot with clean water and leave the bait locations untouched. For purely acute situations without nest control, contact products are the right choice - but do not use them alongside gel.

What should I do if ants are still present after 2 weeks?

If there is no clear reduction after 14 days, there are usually one of four causes:
(1) Competing food sources - exposed food, crumbs, pet food or sweet residues are diverting ants from the bait.
(2) Wrong ant species - some species, such as Pharaoh ants, have multiple nests and require widespread application over a longer period; wood-destroying ants (carpenter ants) may also respond differently.
(3) Multiple nests or a very large colony that requires more bait spots and time.
(4) Interfering factors such as recently used sprays, cleaning products or moved bait. Practical approach: Remove all food sources, place additional bait spots along new trails and observe for at least one more week. If the infestation persists, contact our product advisors via WhatsApp or telephone - we can help analyze the cause and, if necessary, suggest combination strategies.

Is Advion Ant Gel safe for pets and children?

Advion Ant Gel is a biocidal product and must be kept out of the reach of children and pets (labeling P102). When used correctly - that is, applied in cracks, crevices, behind skirting boards or in closed bait boxes - the risk is very low because the quantities applied per bait spot are minimal (approx. 0.1 g) and the active ingredient indoxacarb is converted into its toxic form only through the insects' metabolism. Nevertheless, never place gel spots openly on floors, in play areas or near food and water bowls. For households with dogs, cats or small children, we generally recommend using bait boxes - this prevents accidental contact and also protects the gel from drying out. Note: According to its authorization, the product is intended exclusively for professional users.

Advion Ant Gel - for sustainable, comprehensive ant control in professional applications.

Advion® Ant Gel is the professional solution for sustainable ant control in sensitive areas such as industrial facilities, warehouses, hotels, offices, care facilities and outdoor areas. With the active ingredient indoxacarb (0.05%), the gel works in the nest as ants consume and pass on the bait. This efficiently eliminates the entire colony - without a repellent effect.

The ready-to-use bait gel enables precise, clean application along trails, nesting sites or in bait boxes. A significant reduction in the infestation is visible after just a few days. The broad spectrum of efficacy covers black garden ants, Argentine ants, black-headed ants and other species.

Delivery: 30 g cartridge, optionally available in a blister pack of 4. Buy Advion® Ant Gel online now and control ant infestations sustainably and safely.

Further information on controlling specific ant species:
> Pharaoh Ant Control - Information & Application (PDF)