Marilyns Health Diatomaceous Earth 450g

100% natural fossil shell flour from freshwater diatom deposits. Fine white powder with no fillers, no additives, no synthetic chemicals. 450g resealable bag. Diatomaceous earth (also called fossil shell flour) is a naturally occurring mineral powder made from the fossilised shells of microscopic freshwater algae called diatoms. These ancient shells are composed primarily of amorphous silica. When mined and milled into a fine powder, the result is a versatile, chemical-free product with a wide range of home, garden, and pet care uses. Marilyn’s Diatomaceous Earth Shell Powder is a single-ingredient, food-grade quality product with no fillers, preservatives, or additives. Common uses Garden: applied around plants as a natural barrier against crawling insects and garden pests. Sprinkle around the base of plants and along pest entry points. Reapply after rain. Home: dusted in cracks, along skirting boards, and in areas where insects travel. Used in pantry storage areas to deter insects. Pets: sprinkled into pet bedding and on pet coats to deter external parasites. Work into fur against the skin and leave for several hours before brushing out. Keep away from eyes and mouth. Livestock and chicken coops: dusted into bedding and nesting areas as a natural pest deterrent. Important safety notes Do not inhale. Diatomaceous earth is a fine silica powder. Avoid breathing the dust when applying - use a dust mask if applying in enclosed spaces or in quantity. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep away from pets’ faces during application. This product is for external and environmental use. Do not consume without consulting a qualified healthcare practitioner. Not for swimming pool filter use - only food-grade DE should be used around pets and in the home. Storage Store in a cool, dry place with the bag sealed tightly between uses. Keep away from moisture. Ingredients 100% Diatomaceous Earth (Fossil Shell Flour). No fillers. No additives. No synthetic chemicals. Country of origin: Nevada, USA About Marilyn’s Marilyn’s is an Australian natural health and wellbeing brand producing a range of powders, spices, and natural ingredients. Their diatomaceous earth is food-grade quality, sourced from freshwater fossil deposits.