Question 1

Are glue traps toxic?

Accepted Answer

Glue traps in this category contain no pesticide active ingredient. Capture is mechanical. The adhesive and the bait used in cockroach houses are not toxic baits. A trap should not be placed on a food-contact surface or left within reach of a child or pet; adhesive is difficult to remove from fur and hair, and used traps require careful disposal.

Question 2

Can glue boards be used as the only pest control measure?

Accepted Answer

No. A glue board captures what crosses or lands on it. It does not remove harbourage, eggs, larvae or food. In commercial kitchens or food facilities, glue boards support a program that includes sanitation, exclusion and, where permitted, a baiting or insecticide component. Using boards alone will fill the boards and leave the population in place.

Question 3

Are glue traps banned in the EU or UK?

Accepted Answer

The EU Commission has not proposed an EU-wide ban on rodent glue traps and has stated that regulation falls to member states. The UK has restrictions under the Glue Trap (Offences) Act 2022 and the Agriculture (Wales) Act 2023, in some cases limiting use to licensed professionals. Check the destination market before ordering because rules can change and differ within a region.

Question 4

What is the difference between a monitoring board and a control trap?

Accepted Answer

A monitoring board is plain, flat and cheap. It has no bait or shelter, so the catch reflects position rather than attraction. A control trap has bait, a roof or an entry structure and catches more in a short period, but its catch cannot be compared between points. A program usually uses plain boards for the survey grid and baited or roofed traps near the harbourage.

Question 5

How long does a glue board last?

Accepted Answer

The label figure varies by product. In a clean, dry indoor position, 8 to 12 weeks is typical. In a dusty warehouse, greasy kitchen or humid poultry house, 4 to 6 weeks is realistic. Check the surface at each service visit: if it has lost its shine or is covered in dust, it needs replacing regardless of the calendar.

Question 6

Can a cardboard glue board be used in a wet area?

Accepted Answer

No. The card base absorbs water and curls. A curled board lifts the adhesive off the floor and captures poorly. Use a plastic-backed board in wash-down areas, damp basements or outdoor sheltered positions where water may reach the surface.

Question 7

Is RoHS or REACH relevant to glue boards?

Accepted Answer

RoHS applies to electrical and electronic equipment, so it does not apply to cardboard or plastic glue boards. REACH substance declarations for the adhesive and base material can be supplied on request. A food-contact certificate is not applicable because the board is not intended to contact food.

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